the HEART & GRIT show

Do you ever get so consumed with all the BS in your life that you wonder, "what's the point?" This episode is for you my friend, because there is a point, you just have to get clear on it. Interested in THE CLARITY PROJECT, learn more here: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/theclarityproject  

How could you possibly know how to lead yourself if you are not clear on what makes a good leader? Not a list that you got from a book, or that another leader told you about, but your own list, based on your own experiences.  In this episode I share my experiences of two leaders, and how they helped me get clear on who I want to be for myself. How I want to show up for myself. If you want to dive into your own leadership, join us in THE CLARITY PROJECT https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/theclarityproject

You know what it is like to wander into a grocery store without a list, or maybe Wal-Mart or Target.....it kind of sucks, you forget things you want or need and you but things that caught your eye and distracted you from your purpose. Well, life is like that as well if you do not have your own personal ingredient list as well as being ready and practicing how to handle all the shit that is thrown your way. This episode takes you through the 3 things needed to be clear in your life so that life can be a little easier. Want more, join THE CLARITY PROJECT https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

How much of your life is based in obligation? Are you strapped in as a passive passenger along for the ride or are you actively creating your life? Checking in with your daily "to do" list and asking yourself how much of it is based in obligation is a glimpse into the answer. You may think you are choosing, but are you really? THE CLARITY PROJECT: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

What do you truly want? Like deep down inside.....different from the expectations and how everyone else is doing it. For me, it was fried chicken and a night on the couch. The ability to listen to our intuition requires practice, and practice is a daily habit. If we cannot get clear on the little things that we want, then we will never get clear on the bigger picture of our life. THE CLARITY PROJECT: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

It's my birthday, and its a strange one. As I turn 46 I am painfully aware that this is the year my mom passed. It is a year of reflection for me. A year of learning lessons around misunderstanding someone you love, lessons on learning to be more compassionate and empathetic. It is also the year that this podcast makes a hard right turn, to where I don't know, I just know I have to get on here and share. Please enjoy and reach out if you like....gina@heartandgritcoaching.com

At the end of the day, the only thing that will stop you is NOT failure, it is defeat. This is the final episode of a 5-part series dedicated to CLARITY. If you want to spend 30 days exploring what a life of clarity looks like, join THE CLARITY PROJECT: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

You have natural gifts, talents and skills and when you are honing those and doing what you love, you are living your life on purpose. When you let yourself get talked out of doing what you know, they you start doing what you "should" or are "supposed to" be doing. And you start doing what others know......which will feel really fucking hard. This is part 4 of a 5-part series dedicated to CLARITY. Get more over at THE CLARITY PROJECT: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

You can make decisions based on avoiding your fears or in an attempt to do what you love. Let's face it, going after your dreams, living your purpose, chasing your passions are all a little scary. But if you are constantly trying to avoid scary, they by default you will also avoid the life you want to live. This is part 3 of a special 5-part series dedicated to CLARITY. If you want more, join Gina for THE CLARITY PROJECT: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

Are you making decisions because someone else is influencing your character, development or behavior? It is easy to get inspired and influenced confused, and clarity happens when you can see the difference and know when to say no or when to say yes based solely on what you want. This is part 2 of a 5-part series on clarity where I share with you how I made the very first business decision ever based on influence and not inspiration, so no wonder it did not turn out so well. If you want more of this, join me for THE CLARITY PROJECT here: https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

When you are clear on what you want, you no longer have to fear what you don't want. Clarity starts with getting honest with yourself. And clarity is the access point to confidence, conviction and committment. Clarity is the access point to creating the life you want. This is episode one of a 5-part series dedicated to creating a life from a clear space. Knowing who you are, what you want and how to make it happen. Want more? Join Gina for THE CLARITY PROJECT. https://heartandgritcoaching.thrivecart.com/theclarityproject/

What are you counting right now? What are you measuring? What figure or number do you have in your head that you are using to calculate your value. Or maybe you are using it to compare yourself and your business to others. What would happen if you just stopped all the counting? In this episode I explore the definition of numbers and figures and call into question why we do all of the counting. And hopefully remind you that the numbers are not why you got into the work you are doing. My call to action is to STOP COUNTING and start getting back to the hear of what you love, to contributing to the world, to creating joy and meaning in your life.

When you wake up, decide to quit your high paying job, realize your not sure what comes next…..you go to yoga. At least that is what Michelle did, and one yoga class led to a yoga and reiki business. Michelle and I chat about the small pivotal moments that change our lives forever, how one person on the street or a ruined honeymoon can be the thing that puts you on the path to purpose. Michelle Whelan is the founder and CEO of Love & Reiki. She helps people connect with their soul's deepest wisdom through yoga, Reiki and intuitive guidance.   You can find her at https://www.instagram.com/love.and.reiki/ and https://www.loveandreiki.com/

Getting a job doesn't mean you are not an entrepreneur! This is what I had to tell myself when I decided to talk about taking on a part-time job while also owning a business and imposter syndrome set in big time. But this is what it looks like, messy and unpredictable.

Running a business is messy. Being an entrepreneur is challenging. And then there is the dark side of it all, the things that go on that business owners do not want to talk about expect behind closed doors and with others who get them. I am talking about the interactions you have with clients and customers that are nothing short of toxic.  In this episode I confess many of the things that have happened over the years that have left me feeling hurt, upset, dehumanized and small as a human being. And I share some of the things I have put into place to create boundaries and debunk the myth that the "customer is always right."

In this episode, Gina is joined by Kim Goodman, owner of UpCycle Fitness.  Kim is no stranger to taking risks, taking the leap and going for it……and she is not stranger to adversity, challenge, and hard times. In this episode she shares with us how her drive and passion for community and connection helped keep her afloat while running a cycling studio during then pandemic. Kim is an inspiration for anyone who has a passion for people who is wanting to start a business rooted in purpose and service. You can find Kim at  https://www.upcyclefit.studio/ https://www.instagram.com/upcycle.fitness/  

Vulnerability, expectations, denial, body image, worthiness, being a mom.....all the fun things women across the world struggle with. In this episode, Gina is joined by Melody Andrews and bares all in hopes of connecting with women around the world to let them know.... YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Melody shares about her journey into fitness as it turns into a journey of a lifetime that led to entrepreneurship. Melody shows us just how important our stories are and how they can help anchor us to our purpose and our mission in life. You can find Melody at https://www.instagram.com/soul2solecoaching/ Grab her free 30 Day Self Love Guide here https://soul2solecoaching.ck.page/2f334136de  

Yep, it takes time, a lot of work and a lot of patience to get a business started. And more importantly it takes consistency and commitment, and you have to show up every day. And while you are doing this, the stories in your head may pile up, driving you crazy.  In this episode, Gina is joined by Kristen O'Neal and she tells her story of how she got started in her business. She shares generously on the fear of failure, the fear of letting her husband down, perfectionism and her daily routine of "dress rehearsing tragedy," before anything actually happened. This is an amazing story of what really happens behind the scenes, versus the highlight reels of success. You can find Kristen at https://www.sprucehillconsulting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sprucehillconsulting/ Grab your feee download here https://www.sprucehillconsulting.com/3-steps-to-systemize  

When we set expectations, for ourselves and the outside world, and then those expectations are not met......what we do in that moment is the true test of who we are. In this episode I share a little story, an everyday occurance if you are an entrepreneur, and all the little unexpected and delightful surprises that came along with it The new HEART & GRIT blog can be found here: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/blog

No matter who we are, we all experience the same fear, challenegs, and struggles and having the courage to move through them is part of life. In this episode, my very special guest, Rhett Miller, joins me and shares with us his experience and insight on perfectionism, the inner critic inside our heads, the fear and shame of not being "good enough," and the beauty we get to create from all of it.  Rhett Miller is from Dallas Texas and is the frontman and lead singer of the Old 97's. He also records and performs as a solo musician, and has been published as a writer of both fiction and non-fiction.

Shame comes up, it happens, expereincing shame is nothing to feel shameful about. And there are ways to jump off the shame train when you want to. In this episide I share about the 4 things that helped me get off the couch, take a shower, put some clothes on and get back to the work and the business that I love.  If you want to explore the 4 areas of Whole-Hearted Entrepreneurship with me, join me for 30 Days of Heart: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/30-days-heart

What happens when you loose sight of WHY you got started in the first place? What happens when you wake-up and what once made you happy, excited and ready to go now leaves you anxious, overwhelmed and extremely frustrated? In the Season Three opener, I take you through the journey I have lived over the past few months. The journey of feeling lost, hopeless and in a state of despair…….and where it has landed me. Back on PURPOSE! This episode sets the stage for the revamp of his podcast, the revamp of my business and the revamp of my calling as I remember why I got stated and why I am here on this earth. And if you want to join me in this journey of purpose and heart, you are invited to join me for 30 Days of Heart... https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/30-days-heart  

When things don't turn out the way you expected, when everthing seems to be going wrong, when you sit down and ask yourself, "how the f

Having a coach and/or mentor can be the most impactful decision you make for your business....AND, knowing when to walk away, switch or take a break is also just as important. The biggest thing is trusting yourself with the decision. To know when you have what you need, knowing when you need to attain something else and then knowing when you need help implementing what you have are all very different sceneios to work out. At the end of the day, you must decide.

I used to think the coach had something I didn't, or the mentor knew better than me. I also used to think I had to solve all of my clients problems, keep up walls, establish unbreakable boundaries and be oh so professional. The truth is, the coach-client / mentor-mentee relationship is soooooo much more dynamic, personal, intimate and fun than that. Join me as I chat with my mentor Taylor about our evolving relationship, friendship and how we learn and grow from each other. Taylor Slango is the founder of Aligned and Ambitious. You can find her at https://www.instagram.com/taylorslango/

This are great when they are great. But it isn't always great and the test of entrepreneurship happens when you can create and innovate during times of challenge. In this episode I give you a dowload of everything I have been trying, give you a few tips and share the behind the scenes around what it really looks like when you do in fact have to hustle. Check out Brilliant Bucks Bash https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/  

I had so much fun with this IG Live that I just had to share it with you. I let it rip around what is happening in the online business world right now: crazt buyer behavior, ridiculous engagement, boring and repetitive content and much more.  Join me for Provoke Your Brilliance Nov 15th (or grab the recording) here

This week Afia Yunus from Yunus Law joins Gina and she shares her journey from being fired, to starting her own law firm, having to move and re-create it 3 times to building a branded enterprise. Some of the big take aways: Be unapologetic, replace "what if" with "this is what it," and purpose trumps everything. This is an amazing conversation around belief, trust and faith as well as wanting more and being hungry for growth and expansion. You too can build an enterprise! Afia Yunus is a visibly Muslim woman raised in a traditional Pakistani home in rural Florida. She honors her tradition while also breaking down barriers for Muslim women on a daily basis.  You can find her at https://yunuslaw.com/ https://www.instagram.com/yunuslaw/  

And just like that you can wake up and have a brand new business, the next iteration, the business that truly expresses all of your BRILLIANCE. Yep, that is what happened to me this week and I am sharing all the details. This is for all of you powerhouse women who have been playing by the rules, stifling your creativity and doing the good little entrepreneur routine. Welcome to a NEW YEAR and a NEW YOU and we are starting it early. YES....I declare 2023 is happening now, no waiting, no hesitating.  Join me for Provoke Your Brilliance here: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/provoke-your-brilliance Check out all the new offers here: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/

Hayley David joins Gina on this episode and we talk about all things commitment and passion. And that the truth around where you start is NOT where you will end up. Entrepreneruship is a jounrey, one that is highly unpredicable, yet so worth it.  Hayley David is a business coach and founder of Money Rebel, an online business development company that helps women grow their bank accounts and build a business they love.    Connect with Hayley:  Instagram: @themoneyrebel (www.instagram.com/themoneyrebel) Website: www.moneyrebelco.com

If you think running a business is messy, wait until life throws you a curve ball to go along with it. The reson why everything gets messy is because life is messy, and your life, your health, your circumstances will have a huge impact on your business.  Join Gina as she takes you through the story of dealing with chronic illnees while also being an entrepreneur. And join her for UNFUCK Yourself, A Writing Gala to liberate yourself from the copy writing nightmare. https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/unfuckyourself

You may think that doing more is what will take you to the NEXT LEVEL, but what if it is handing more over that takes you there? In this episode, Gina chats with the amazing Ashley Gordon of The Quantum Coach Co. They explore the defining moments of "having nothing to loose" and how that take you to a million dollar company that you can walk away from for 2 months and let it run itself. This is real NEXT LEVEL stuff! Ashley Gordon is the CEO of The Quantum Coach Co. and creator of the Badass Manifester brand and podcast with almost a million downloads and counting. Ashley and her team help coaches start, grow, and scale their businesses, master the craft of coaching, and step into their Big Coach Energy. Ashley is also the founder of the Quantum Coaching Academy, an immersive, internationally-accredited 6-month certification program that trains the next generation of world-class coaches and leaders. Check out Ashley and her coaching program here: https://www.quantumcoachco.com/qca https://www.instagram.com/thequantum.coach/  

What does it look like when you are 8 years into entrepreneurship and still struggling with sales and enrollment? Find out in this episode as Gina gives it to you straight and talks about her latest apparent failure, or is it? To tap into next level success, it is going to take some next level doubling down. Next level staying the course. Next level rolling with the punches and overall resiliency.

Season 2 is kicking off with a taste of what it looks and sounds like to just jump in, do the thing, and get as messy as possible when you are in the middle of creating something. Yes, if you own a business, you are a creator. And as a creator, the process unfolds in the doing, not the thinking. This episode kicks off the theme of Season Two....NEXT LEVEL entrepreneurship. It isn't what you think, it isn't about being bigger or bolder, but about what it takes to step into next level messiness. Because next level success only comes when we tap into next level risk.

In this episode, Gina is joined by Amy Andrews and they take a deep dive into the world of investing....in yourself, in your buisness, in whatever everyone is trying to sell you. They disect out all of the good, the bad and the really ugly as well as the amazing opportunities out there and how to sort them all out. They share their personal stories around their worst and best investments and call out some pretty nasty manipulative tactics all the while being honest about the truth.....sometimes an investment will solve your problems.   Amy Andrews is a personal development facilitator, yoga teacher and farmer. She owns Simply Connected and can be found at https://www.instagram.com/simplyconnected.llc/ https://www.simplyconnectedwithamy.com/ If you are interested in Gina's upcoming courses, check out Branding That Sells https://heartandgrit.mykajabi.com/branding-that-sells?preview_theme_id=2151211943 The HEART of MESSAGING https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/heart-of-messaging  

Gina dives right into the messy process of actually creating offers and services and shares what it is like to create, hate it, start over and recreate. And how lonely this process can feel, espeically when you are running your business day to day. She taps into what support can look like and how it has helped her move through the messy creative process. Check out the ONDEMAND partnership here: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/ondemand-partnership

From school teach to copywrite wizard, Sam shares with us her journey of ditching the "safe and secure" job so she can create choice in her life, feel freaken amazing and change whenever she wants to. Sam is passionate about helping her clients find the right words to make an impact. She offers strategic, personality-packed, conversion copywriting for online educators who want to get their words RIGHT the first time.  Find her here.... website: www.samanthaboettger.com IG: @sambeewrites  

This week speical guest Natalie Puglisi joins Gina and she shares how getting fired was the best thing that happened to her. Listen as the explore the ups and downs of owning a business and all the freedom and flow that comes with it. Natalie is an attorney for online entrepreneurs. She is passionate about helping new entrepreneurs on their journey by taking the confusion & overwhelm out of legal. I do this through a free digital library, weekly Legal Wisdom Wednesday chats, easy to understand legal templates, my exclusive Legal Babe Society Membership, and most recently, the Legal Babe Podcast   Find her at WWW.NATALIEPUGLISI.COM And on IG at https://www.instagram.com/nataliepuglisi/

For anything to last, you have to have a strong belief in it. Today I celebrate my 15th wedding anniversary and I am sharing about what it takes to create a long-term relationship and how it looks soooooo much like creating a long-term business. Link to Build With Convictin Mastermind: https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/build-with-conviction

Trust is a big word. It sparks deep emotions, both positive and negative. We spend our entire lives trying to figure out who and what to trust. Here is the secret….it is YOU! So many potential entrepreneurs are trying to figure out what needs to be done in order to make their business work. Start with trusting yourself!   In this episode Gina explores the depth of trust and what it takes to be your own best friend. To rely on yourself, to depend on your own character and to build a business based on trust.   Check out her latest offer, Build With Conviction Mastermind… https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/build-with-conviction Sign up for her FREE workshop Real Talk… https://www.heartandgritcoaching.com/real-talk

Today Gina turns 45 and she is dropping her birthday wisdom. Tune in as she goes through the list of her 10 most important life lessons and what she is celebrating on June 22nd!

"If you don't have the tenacity and the commitment and like the all “inness”, then it is shortsighted. And that's what I'm seeing. And that ties back to sustainability. Like, are you here for a long time or are you just here for a short, good time when things are easy and things are trending and you're feeling good, like, because entrepreneurship is so much bigger." In this episode, Gina chats with Taylor Slango around growing up hustling, being relentless and evolving into a thriving entrepreneur and what it takes to play the long game. Taylor is the founder and owner to Aligned & Ambitious and is a business mentor. She works with multi-facetted women in the business world both in groups and 1:1.  Find Taylor at: https://www.instagram.com/taylorslango/  

Failure makes us play the "what if" game. Well, what if the fear of failure isn't' what we think it is. In this episode, Gina takes a deep dive into a few of her own failures to tease out the depth of failure and to uncover what it is we are truly afraid of, especailly when it comes to starting and building a business. 

"Just commit" they say, well if only it was that easy. In this epidosde, Gina explores the truth behind commitment and the secrets no one is telling you that makes commitment such a challenge.

In episode one I share with you the moment that I knew I had to change my life. The moment that I decided to take a leap into the unknown and explore the world of entrepreneurship.