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You've hit the goals, checked the boxes—but something still feels off. Courtney McDermott knows that feeling too well. She opens up about leaving a high-powered corporate life to chase something more real: herself. Along the way, she faced burnout, self-doubt, and the kind of stress that shows up in your body before your mind catches on. Courtney doesn't offer quick fixes. Instead, she shares how slowing down, listening in, and letting go of roles can lead to something deeper—authenticity. If you've ever felt stuck in a life that looks good on paper but feels empty, this might be the nudge you've been waiting for.     About Cortney McDermott: Cortney McDermott is an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and human potential enthusiast. With a Master of Science from the renowned London School of Economics, she blends academic rigor with real-world experience to help individuals and organizations reach their highest potential.  Her expertise in self-development and business strategy has been featured in top-tier media outlets, including Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News Chicago, and many more, establishing her as a trusted thought leader in the field of human potential. As a sought-after speaker, Cortney has shared the stage with visionaries and changemakers at prestigious events like TEDx, Mindvalley University, Oxford Saïd Business School, and even at a world leadership summit on Richard Branson's private island, Necker. These experiences have allowed her to inspire audiences across the globe with her transformative approach to leadership, self-empowerment, and business innovation. Cortney's career highlights include executive roles at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and successfully running her own businesses, where she's worked with powerhouse brands such as Universal Music Group, Nike, Kickstarter, and Google. Fluent in four languages, Cortney splits her time between Italy and the US, drawing inspiration from both cultures to fuel her work and life. Connect with Cortney McDermott: Website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cortinc Connect with Anna: Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou Instagram: @happywholeyou Facebook: Happy Whole You LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank Venmo: @happywholeyou

In our final episode in this series, we focused on two main topics: understanding money as a frequency and flow, emphasizing the importance of money movement. In this episode, you'll hear: Money is not the ultimate supply; it's a frequency and a flow of energy. Currency comes from 'corrente', meaning flow, emphasizing the importance of money movement. Stagnant money doesn't build or serve its purpose; it needs to flow like energy. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.

This episode explores success as a subjective, evolving concept influenced by life stages (20s, 30s, 40s), emphasizing internal fulfillment through relationships, self-awareness, and alignment with personal purpose over external validation like wealth or career status. In this episode you'll hear: Success is framed as a subjective, evolving concept that shifts across life stages (20s, 30s, 40s, etc.), emphasizing relationships, self-awareness, and internal fulfillment over external validation. Personal definitions of success include emotional connections (e.g., family, friends), self-alignment with "intelligence" (inner purpose), and daily effort toward doing one's best. Societal pressures and external markers (career status, wealth) are contrasted with internal metrics of success, such as self-worth and freedom from societal expectations. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.

The session focuses on overcoming 'playing small' in careers through boldness and imagination, using examples like Sarah Blakely's cliff-jumping analogy and Jim Carrey's mindset. It emphasized mindset shifts (e.g., 'act as if' principles) over technical skills, with practical applications in leadership, relationships, and health. In this episode, you'll hear: The idea that individuals are not defined by their job, relationships, or careers—allowing them to creatively explore their potential as a 'game' rather than a fixed identity. Mathew's mentor advised him to act 'as if' he were already in a larger market (Washington, D.C.), leading to tangible career advancement—emphasizing mindset shifts over technical skills. Extending the 'act as if' principle to relationships, health, and leadership (e.g., 'Dress for the job you want') to embody desired outcomes proactively. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.

Today we focus on enhancing personal growth through three pillars: 1) Developing self-awareness by managing reactions to stimuli and evaluating self-talk using Stephen Covey/Viktor Frankl principles 2) Releasing negative patterns through physical movement and micro-dosed wellness practices 3) Implementing accessible self-care actions tied to neurotransmitter release and stress reduction. In this episode you'll hear: Start by focusing on your relationship with yourself. Responsibility is framed as the 'ability to respond,' emphasizing personal agency in managing reactions to external stimuli. Create space between stimulus and response to evaluate internal reactions and shift beliefs or focus. Inspired by Stephen Covey and Viktor Frankl's work. Evaluate self-talk using a three-step framework: identify what works, what needs improvement, and what harmful patterns to eliminate (analogous to radio 'air checking'). Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.        

The session emphasizes health as the foundation for ending generational dysfunction, highlighting mindset shifts (e.g., epigenetics, bodily perfection affirmations), actionable steps (diet, sleep, community), and the role of being a 'transitional character' to positively impact future generations.  In this episode you'll hear:  Health is foundational to ending generational dysfunction and requires proactive care. Mindset shifts (e.g., affirming bodily perfection, epigenetics) can influence physical health, supported by examples like meditation curing ailments. Professional guidance (e.g., Dr. Robert Todd Hurst) and actionable steps (diet, sleep, community) are critical for health improvement. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.  

In this episode we explore spirituality as innate intelligence governing biological processes and universal order. Demonstrated inner voice awareness through 'silent happiness' exercises.  In this episode, you'll hear: Spirituality is framed as an innate intelligence governing biological processes and universal order, emphasizing its non-religious, non-dogmatic nature. Demonstration of inner voice awareness through the 'silent happiness' exercise highlights the distinction between conscious thought and pure awareness. Emphasis on being the observer of mental chatter rather than identifying with it, aligning with core principles of major spiritual traditions. Discussion of quantum potentiality and attention's role in manifesting realities through reticular activation system principles. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.    

The episode focuses on the concept of tuning out external noise to maintain focus on personal decisions and goals. Key points included the importance of confidence, avoiding distractions, and surrounding oneself with supportive influences.  In this episode you'll hear: The concept of tuning out the noise involves focusing on one's own decisions and not being swayed by external opinions. The importance of being confident in one's decisions and not letting others' opinions affect them. The role of distractions and how they can prevent us from focusing on what is true to us. The significance of surrounding oneself with supportive people or resources, even if they are not physically present. The idea of letting noise wash through without attaching to it, and focusing on personal goals. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.   Coming tomorrow: Transitional character    

This discussion focuses on strategies for personal growth through intentional life changes, including the concept of 'blowing up' unfulfilling structures, taking actionable micro-steps, and navigating transitions with kindness. In this episode you'll hear: The concept of 'blowing up what you built' involves making significant life changes (careers, relationships, etc.) when existing structures no longer serve personal growth or fulfillment. Hosts shared personal examples of leaving high-profile careers despite external success. Emphasis on action over inaction: Frustration often stems from stagnation, and small steps can lead to transformative change ('micro-investments'). Navigating change with intentionality: The importance of approaching transitions kindly (e.g., 'move your family and friends through this in the highest way') rather than chaotic detachment. Coming tomorrow: Tuning Out the Noise (Episode 2)   Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now.  

Courtney McDermott is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and transformational coach who has helped countless high performers break free from self-imposed limitations. From corporate executive to globally sought-after coach, Courtney's journey is a testament to the power of mindset, self-trust, and letting go of control.In this episode, we explore the themes of her book, Give Yourself Permission, and how embracing a new way of thinking can unlock greater freedom, confidence, and success.Key Takeaways:The Illusion of Control: Why high performers often feel trapped by their own drive for success—and how to break free.Rewiring Your Mindset: The neuroscience behind confidence, trust, and surrendering to the unknown.The Power of Gratitude: How a simple shift in focus can rewire your brain and transform your daily experience.Unlocking Time Freedom: Courtney's perspective on time and how to step out of the "do more" trap.Practical Strategies: Yawning, movement, and laughter—unexpected yet science-backed tools to reset your nervous system and boost creativity.Courtney shares profound insights on the importance of presence, breaking out of limiting thought patterns, and how to embrace a more expansive way of living. Her work blends neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics to help people move beyond performance-based identity into true self-expression.If you've ever felt stuck in your own ambitions or struggled with the pressure to control every outcome, this episode will help you shift your perspective and step into a more empowered way of living.This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nzPurchase your copy of “Give Yourself Permission” here -https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/book/Connect with Cortney here - https://www.cortneymcdermott.comLearn more about Cortney here - https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/cortney-mcdermott-2/Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000's of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter-----Website: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host ofSend me a personal text messageSupport the show

In this insightful episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen sits down with Cortney McDermott, a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert. Cortney shares her journey of transformation, touching on her career shifts from Vanity Fair to becoming a transformational coach and author. The conversation dives deep into the power of self-permission, spiritual growth, and the balance between science and spirituality. Cortney emphasizes how giving yourself permission to thrive, embrace change, and relax into the flow of life can lead to profound personal growth and fulfillment. Topics Discussed: -The inspiration behind Cortney's book Give Yourself Permission. -The concept of self-permission and overcoming societal expectations. -The science and spirituality of mind-body energy. -The importance of shifting from striving to arriving in life. -Reprogramming beliefs for better health and happiness. -The energy of money and how abundance flows through us. -The role of play and creativity in unlocking inner peace. -Trusting in oneself and embracing the journey of personal growth.

"It's the attachment to the desire. In other words, it's without this thing, I can't be happy." -Cortney McDermott In this enlightening episode of the Turmeric & Tequila Podcast, your host Kristen Olson sits down with the dynamic Cortney McDermott, a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and self-development expert. With a rich background that spans executive roles at Vanity Fair Corporation to advising globally recognized brands, Cortney shares her journey of personal growth and professional success. Together, they delve into the profound impact of connecting with one's innate intelligence and the art of gracefully disrupting conventional thinking to unlock human potential. This conversation beautifully ties personal experiences with universal truths, offering listeners valuable insights on trusting the inner self, embracing change, and mastering the subtle balance between effort and surrender. Whether you're seeking inspiration in health, wellness, or personal development, Cortney's wisdom will resonate deeply, encouraging you to redefine success and navigate life with greater consciousness and intention. Join us as we explore the transformational power of authenticity and intuition. Grab a seat, and let's dive into this engaging dialogue! Time Stamps: 00:00 "Young Seeker of Human Potential" 07:38 Inspiring Youth Journeys 14:22 "Detachment and Happiness: DeMello's Insight" 17:13 Consciousness-Driven Personal Evolution 21:25 Personalized Daily Wellness Practices 27:12 The Power of Focused Effort 32:00 Unlock Creativity Through Restful Techniques 37:57 "The Power of Potential and Change" 47:07 "Mastering the Mind's Direction" 50:53 Energy Liberation through Shaking 55:06 "Finding Your Own Path" 59:21 "Give Yourself Permission Audiobook Release"   Cortney McDermott: CORTNEY MCDERMOTT is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body enthusiast, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media. Cortney's career highlights include her time as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and then running her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.  Cortney speaks four languages and lives between Italy and the US. @cortneymcdermott WWW.CORTINC.COM www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Cortney%20McDermott/author/B071L8BPF3 Mastermond: https://www.thealiveculture.com/   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

Abundance is a Frequency with Cortney McDermott In this episode, you'll hear: How to identify and align with the frequency of abundance Ways to connect with feelings of abundance and worthiness Strategies for adopting a positive abundance mindset Tools for managing disappointment In this episode, Mathew and Cortney discuss the concept of abundance, focusing not just on its connection to money and wealth but also on how it manifests in other areas of life. They explore the idea of abundance as a frequency and the importance of granting yourself permission to relax. The discussion highlights how a scarcity mindset can make it challenging to embrace abundance and shares practical strategies for shifting into an abundance mindset. Cortney also offers insightful questions to ask yourself and actionable tools to help you align with abundance, enabling it to work for you rather than against you. Cortney McDermott, a returning guest and a beloved voice on the show, is an international speaker and TED Talk presenter, Cortney is also a bestselling author. Her latest book, Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You., is out now. “A divided mind is unstable in all its ways.” “Everyone who leaves you should leave you richer than when they found you.” Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)  Resources: Ken Honda episode on LFPWLI  Give yourself permission by Cortney McDermott Cortney McDermott Website Jim Carry Anthony Demello Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/

Awakenings with Michele Meiche is your place for information and insight to understand the Global Shift of Awareness and Awakening to live a more Soul fulfilling life and experiencing Soul fulfilling relationships. Awakenings broadcasts ‘Live every Wednesday 12pm -1:30 pm PT    Listen Live & Call in via Podbean App  for Intuitive and Numerology Readings   Michele answers questions about Awakening, Spirituality, Metaphysics, Dreams, Self Development and the Soul Path.  Email awakeningspodcast@gmail.com for guest and topic suggestions, as well as to have your questions answered ‘On Air'. Michele's socials- @michelemeiche YT - @soulinsightstarot Guest - Cortney McDermott  is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and human potential enthusiast, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics                                                     Unlock the confidence to lead with intuition

What To Do When Your Pinterest Board Doesn't Look Like You Thought It Would with Cortney McDermott and Jill McMahon In this episode, you'll hear: How grief shows up in our everyday life How to be more purposeful with your grief and get through it with less self sabotage  Healthy practices to grieve How to direct your thoughts in a more intentional and trusting way  In this episode, Mathew, Cortney, and Jill discuss the complexities of grief. They explore how grief surfaces in everyday moments and how we can process these experiences. They also discuss the role of expectations in shaping our experience of grief and ways to be more purposeful with our language, helping us sit with our grief and truly learn from it. Jill McMahon is a returning guest on the show. A licensed professional counselor specializing in grief, trauma, and loss related to suicide, she has spent 20 years working with families and survivors of suicide. Jill owns a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, and dedicates her time to providing suicide prevention presentations and training within the community, as well as speaking nationally and internationally on survivor experiences and complicated grief. Cortney McDermott, also a returning guest and a cherished voice on the show, has spent over half her life in Italy and recently returned to the U.S. She reflects on creating space for her daughter to process grief around the move. Cortney also shares her experience with the recent loss of her mother, offering insights into her personal journey with grief. “Expectation is the fastest road to disappointment.” Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: Courtney McDermott Website Jill McMahon Website Bulletproof--Healing After Gun Violence & Trauma: A Guide for Survivors, Caregivers, and Clinicians by Jill McMahon Good Will Hunting LFPWLI Episodes with Jill McMahonGet a vision that is bigger than your story Understanding Suicide, Prevention and Coping with Loss LFPWLI Episodes with Cortney McDermottIn the Middle of a Hard Transition? Learn How to Embrace Change Part 1: Why You Don't Have What You Want Part 2: How to Create More Time in Your Day Part 3: Let Go and Laugh Everything is Fine, But You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/ Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

How to Transform Your Life: Confidence, Happiness, and Personal Growth Strategies with Cortney McDermottWelcome to Your Partner In Success Radio. I am your host Denise Griffitts and today I welcome to the show Cortney McDermott who is an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert.Cortney specializes in helping leading organizations and creatives disrupt old behavior patterns, grow healthy businesses, and apply physiology and psychology for success.Her work in self-development and business strategy has been featured in prominent publications such as Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, and The Huffington Post, and as an author, she wrote the book "Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident Be Happy Be You" which is an empowering guide that encourages readers to embrace their true selves and unlock their full potential. The book intertwines practical strategies with introspective exercises, aiming to foster personal development, confidence, and effective leadership skills.Connect with Cortney McDermott: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Books We appreciate you tuning in to this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio with Host Denise Griffitts. If you enjoyed what you heard, please consider subscribing, rating, and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners and create even better content!Stay ConnectedWebsite: Your Partner In Success RadioEmail: mail@yourofficeontheweb.com

Ever feel like you're "miserably successful"? In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, we dive deep with bestselling author and TEDx speaker Cortney McDermott on what it really means to redefine success.  Cortney opens up about her journey from corporate success to internal fulfillment, sharing how societal pressures and consumerism fuel our sense of “not enough.”  Together, we explore practical strategies to shift from external validation to inner peace, self-trust, and mindful leadership. Tune in to discover how true success starts within—and why you already have everything you need to shine.

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In this episode of the self-employed life, I had the great pleasure of speaking with Courtney McDermott, author of Give Yourself Permission about the importance of giving yourself permission. In this episode we discussed why people are looking for others to give them permission instead of trusting that they are making the right choice for themselves and their business. Cortney shares valuable information on how to live a productive life, while still allowing time for yourself. Cortney Mcdermott is an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert who helps the world's leading organizations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behavior, grow healthy businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, and any other mainstream business and lifestyle media. Cortney loves exploring and challenging the confines of human potential and is passionate about the practical application of neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum theory. She also speaks four languages and lives between Italy and the United States. Everything you need can all be found at jeffreyshaw.com.  Remember, you might be in business FOR yourself but you are not in business BY yourself. Be your best self. Be proud and keep changing the world. Guest Contact – Website Book - Give Yourself Permission Contact Jeffrey – SelfEmployedNewsletter.com JeffreyShaw.com Books by Jeffrey Shaw Business Coaching for Entrepreneurs Watch my TEDx LincolnSquare video and please share! Valuable Resources – The Self-Employed Business Institute You know you're really good at what you do. You're talented, you have a skill set. The problem is you're probably in a field where there is no business education. This is common amongst self-employed people! And, there's no business education out there for us! You also know that being self-employed is unique and you need better strategies, coaching, support, and accountability. The Self-Employed Business Institute, a five-month online education is exactly what you need. Check it out! Take The Self-Employed Assessment! Ever feel like you're all over the place? Or frustrated it seems like you have everything you need for your business success but it's somehow not coming together? Take this short quiz to discover the biggest hidden gap that's keeping you from having a thriving Self-Employed Ecosystem. You'll find out what part of your business needs attention and you'll also get a few laser-focused insights to help you start closing that gap. Have Your Website Brand Message Reviewed! Is your website speaking the right LINGO of your ideal customers? Having reviewed hundreds of websites, I can tell you 98% of websites are not. Fill out the simple LINGO Review application and I'll take a look at your website. I'll email you a few suggestions to improve your brand message to attract more of your ideal customers. Fill out the application today and let's get your business speaking the right LINGO! Host Jeffrey Shaw is a Small Business Consultant, Brand Management Consultant, Business Coach for Entrepreneurs, Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker and author of LINGO and The Self Employed Life (May 2021). Supporting self-employed business owners with business and personal development strategies they need to create sustainable success.

Cortney McDermott, a luminary in the realms of personal development and business strategy. Cortney, a TEDx speaker and bestselling author renowned for her discerning insights, has recently released her latest work, "Give Yourself Permission," a tome that transcends conventional self-help literature. Cortney's distinguished career trajectory, spanning executive roles at Vanity Fair Corporation to her current endeavors, exemplifies a profound commitment to unlocking human potential. Her interdisciplinary approach, fusing modern neuroscience with timeless philosophical underpinnings, forms the bedrock of her transformative methodology. In our conversation, Cortney will delve into the nuanced interplay between self-perception and resilience, offering erudite perspectives on fostering unwavering confidence and navigating the complexities of personal growth. Drawing from her extensive experience and scholarly acumen, Cortney will elucidate the cognitive mechanisms underpinning behavioral change and illuminate actionable strategies for our audience's intellectual edification. This interview promises to be a cogent exploration of the intersectionality between cognitive science, philosophy, and practical wisdom. By featuring Cortney McDermott on your esteemed platform, you will provide your discerning audience with an enriching dialogue that transcends superficial self-help tropes, empowering them to embark on a journey of profound self-discovery and intellectual enlightenment. Should you wish to seize this unparalleled opportunity to engage with Cortney McDermott and tap into her reservoir of intellectual insights, please do not hesitate to reach out. We eagerly anticipate the prospect of collaborating with you to deliver transformative content to your esteemed audience. In an interview with you, Cortney can speak to your audience directly where they are, answering questions such as: What inspired the title "Give Yourself Permission," and what message do you hope it conveys to readers? In "Give Yourself Permission," you combine cutting-edge neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and practical techniques. Can you explain how this unique combination forms the foundation of your transformative guide? Many individuals struggle with self-esteem and confidence. How does your book guide readers in tapping into unwavering self-esteem and confidence? Can you provide some insights into the mind-body connection and how readers can harness it to create profound shifts in their lives? The book focuses on reframing limiting beliefs and embracing resilience. What are some common challenges people face in this regard, and how does your book address them? Could you share a practical exercise or strategy from your book that can help individuals overcome obstacles in their personal and professional lives? You discuss the intersection of personal growth and professional success. Can you provide an example of how cultivating personal growth can directly impact one's career or business success? Living between the United States and Italy is a unique aspect of your life. How has exposure to different cultures influenced your perspectives on personal growth and fulfillment? For those who are just starting their journey of self-discovery and empowerment, what advice would you offer as a starting point? "Give Yourself Permission" is an invitation to embrace one's inherent power. Could you share a personal story or anecdote from your life that illustrates the transformative power of embracing one's own potential? By featuring Cortney on your platform, your audience will benefit from: Expert guidance on personal growth and self-empowerment from a seasoned TEDx speaker and bestselling author. Practical strategies and exercises to overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience, valuable for individuals at any stage of their personal or professional journey.

Happy Mindful Monday Everyone! In this week's episode, our host Allie Brooke interviews the astounding Cortney McDermott.Cortney is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and human potential enthusiast, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News Chicago, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media. She's a firm believer in human alchemy, understanding the transformative power of pushing the boundaries of human potential. Cortney is passionate about sharing the insights that have propelled her to where she is today. Episode Topics Why the “5 steps to change yourself” can be devastatingly misleading. When ambition gets in your way how to be guided by intrinsic motivation instead. How to separate your beliefs from your identity and reframe them. How to connect back to your intuition How to create space to find clarity in your next steps How To Connect w| Cortney Website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/ ***July BOOK CLUB*** "Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠David H. Rosmarin  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MINDSET COACHING PROGRAM! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Application Form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3-month Mindset Coaching Program with 45-60 minute sessions and Weekly SLACK Check-ins! Apply for a FREE discovery call with me! Allie's Socials Instagram:@thegrowthmindsetgal TikTok: @growthmindsetgal Email: thegrowthmindsetgal@gmail.com Links from the episode Growth Mindset Gang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram Broadcast Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Growth Mindset Gal ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ Better Help Link: Save 10% ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/growthmindsetgal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1rst Phorm Products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1rst Phorm App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Cortney McDermott. Cortney McDermott is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and human potential enthusiast, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media. Cortney's career highlights include her time as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and then running her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.
Cortney speaks four languages and lives between Italy and the US.   Sign up for the Happiness Solved Plus Exclusive Membership Site: http://HappinessSolved.Supercast.com   Connect with Cortney:  Website: WWW.CORTINC.COM   https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cortneymcdermott  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott      Connect with Sandee www.sandeesgarlata.com Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata Twitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata  

Are You in the Middle of a Hard Transition? Learn How to Embrace Change with Cortney McDermott  In this episode, you'll hear: How to find peace in the space around pain  Tools to manage the discomfort around the unknown Ways to free yourself from limiting beliefs and thoughts. Cortney McDermott is a returning guest on the show and one of our favorite people to learn from. She has lived in Italy for more than half of her life. She tells us she went there to escape and is now facing the unknown and everything she left behind as she prepares to return to the US. In this conversation, we explore her fears, what she is letting go of, and how she's working through her grief by letting herself feel it fully, sharing her thoughts and feelings with people she trusts, and opening herself up to what they have to say. Change is inevitable. Sometimes we choose it, sometimes it blindsides us, and sometimes we see it coming but can't outrun it anymore. No matter how it comes to us, we have to embrace it and let it go. However, it's rarely easy and often involves grief. Recently, Mathew lost his mother and best friends of 35 years within 2 months of each other. In this episode, he talks about the headspace he is in, how he views this challenge from the universe, and the peace he has found through breathwork, transcendental meditation, and embracing the space around pain head-on rather than relying on self-medication.  Eventually, we will all find ourselves sitting in the middle of some transitional period. In those times, it can often seem difficult or even impossible to feel okay with not knowing what will happen next. You are not alone in this, and there are some tools you can use to help make it to the other side. The first step is to realize that the sense of control you think you have lost was a delusion and an illusion from the start. Anything can happen at any time, so instead of letting fear overcome us, think, “What if it all goes right?”.  “We're going to have to change form one way or another, so it's whether we do that consciously or unconsciously.”  Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Get LFPWLI Merch here!   Resources: CortneyMcDermott.com LukisMac.co The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma Part 1: Why You Don't Have What You Want with Cortney McDermott Part 2: Creating More Time in Your Day with Cortney McDermott Part 3: Let Go and Laugh with Cortney McDermott Everything is Fine, but You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset with Cortney McDermott   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

Episode 271: Quick Chat - Reframing Happiness with Cortney McDermottWelcome to the Love Your Story Podcast. I'm your host Lori Lee and you're here today for a Quick Chat. That's one great inspirational idea in 15 minutes or less. Today's show is about reframing happiness. Stay tuned for a quickie discussion with Corney McDermott, Author of Give Yourself Permisson, as we explore the idea of shifting the way you think about happiness so we can more easily find it. Join us in the audio program as we discuss:In the Wizard of Oz Dorthy goes on an adventure to find her way home. She heads out on this path - the Yellow Brick Road searching, along her path she has the support of the Good Witch Glenda looking out for her, she has companions who are learning along the journey also, and in the end she finds that no one else - no wizard existed who could do it for her…. I think in a way we all take this journey. We are told - no sold - all day long that we need this product, that promotion, this coach, this corner office and then we will be happy, but Cortney points out in her book - “if the something or someone isn't pointing back to yourself, then it simply won't work.” We talk about:Where do we find happy? What is this reframing happiness you speak of?In your book you say, “Aligning your ego to the divine truths in you is like a constant spontaneous enlightenment that doe snot rely on anything or anyone outside of you for its fulfillment.” Can you explain this?Happiness is an inside work.We are sold what happiness should be - what if our happiness doesn't align with what we are "supposed" to want?Most of the time we don't question this - but what happens when you equate happiness with "all the things and all the gold stars" and you still aren't happy.What if happy to me doesn't look like happy to everyone else?Externalities don't solve the problemsThe work is in your head.Accept what makes YOU happy. Even if it's different.You are okay with doing it YOUR way.Move away from what is distracting you from your own happiness.Dedicate more time to what your happiness looks like. Start small but build up your devotion to you.Focus on the self enough so you can experience the most from your relationships.Don't force things. Ease in and allow things to flow.Cortney shares a story of her own emotional youth. She shares how important it was to learn to accept her own depth of feeling.What does YOUR happiness feel like?Thanks for being with us today. And thanks to Cortney McDermott, author of Give Yourself Permission for co-hosting the past 3 Quick Chats with me and sharing her powerful insights.If you liked this episode - please consider sharing it with a friend. It's all about doing good in the world and this is an easy way to share inspiration in your sphere. We'll see you in two weeks for our next episode.Contact Cortney or buy her book:www.cortney mcdermott.comemail: cort@cortinc.comBook: Give Yourself PermissionAmazon Link to purchase:

Guest Cortney McDermott and host Carole Jean Whittingtin delve into two transformative steps to kickstart your journey towards trusting yourself and granting permission to embrace happiness.  Discover the profound impact of paying attention to your attention as we uncover what truly brings you joy.  Cort McDermott shares invaluable insights, reminding us that sometimes, we can never fully anticipate the path ahead.  Learn how embracing trust can lead to unexpected treasures and explore three actionable ways to begin the journey of relaxation and self-assurance. Tune in now to unlock the keys to a more fulfilling and authentic life!

Award-winning writer, speaker, and strategist to industry leaders Cortney McDermott joins Jeff to talk about her recent book as well as techniques to keep yourself grounded & centered.  

Ugh... I know Tuesday... It's still kinda muggy out too... so much so that the internet crashed at one point during the show but we managed to tie some string & wire together on the tower in oder for Jeff to still hang out with Kim Southerland, Craig Peterson & Cortney McDermott on this Grid Collapsing Tuesday Edition of The Jeff Katz Show! 

Episode 269: Quick Chat - Consciously Creating a Meaningful Life with Cortney McDermottWelcome to the Love Your Story Podcast. I'm your host Lori Lee and you're here today for a Quick Chat. That's one great inspirational idea in 15 minutes or less. Today's show is about this thing Corney calls Dimensions of Design. In a nutshell. Today's quick chat is on manifesting. Stay tuned for our quickie discussion with Corney McDermott, Author of Give Yourself Permisson, as we explore the ideas behind manifesting. Do you know how to manifest? Are you really good at it? I'm trying to understand it better, so if you're with me, tune in.Cortney and I look at:What Cortney has noticed about people not knowing what they want.This is to help people ask the right questions about what they want.Model includes distraction, delusion, demand, and design.Focus on the things you know are important to you, but that you don't have to do right now. When you focus on those things it clears out all the things that don't matter.Ask yourself this question: What are you putting off that you know you need to do?Focus on the really important things, let the less important things go and lots of time gets freed up.Designing your life by prioritizing this dimension makes time expand.We mold our lives from the inside with the decisions we make about our time.We talk about manifesting and how our attention is key to what we manifest.Allowing our attention to be fragmented slows down what we manifest.How much attention are you giving to guiding your thoughts and surroundings toward that vision?Want to get in touch with Cortney?Contact Cortney or buy her book:www.cortney mcdermott.comemail: cort@cortinc.comBook: Give Yourself PermissionAmazon Link to purchase:https://www.amazon.com/Give-Yourself-Permission-Development-Improvement/dp/B0C9SNG7NZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O1BQ0ZKORWVG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8amufz-UuP5MoibMVqy9ytZAjysDYtrkrHH-n0pAurOWTAGFh4YdjC_sUVHwmq7ksKOgWsl2vK4J_Xyj5hT1-A.ASsOCz1Ig8IdvvM1x8vBiqKQUJPx8ieg2Nlsolw-ZYA&dib_tag=se&keywords=give+yourself+permission&qid=1704998197&sprefix=give+yourself+permission%2Caps%2C226&sr=8-1

Cortney McDermott is a best selling Author, TEDx Speaker, and Mind-Body Expert. She has written two books, "Change Starts Within You" and "Give Yourself Permission", and has spoken to companies like Nike, Google, Universal, and Virgin Group. Cortney combines ancient wisdom and scientific research to help inspire, educate, and activate people's potential. Through her world travels and studies, she is always trying to ask herself the right questions and trust everything. To learn more about Cortney and her work, give her a follow on Instagram @cortneymcdermott or check out her website https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/.

267: Quick Chat - How to Transform Your Perception of Wealth with Cortney McDermottWelcome to the Love Your Story Podcast - Quick Chat: That's one great inspirational idea in 15 minutes or less. I'm your host Lori Lee. Today's show is about how to transform your perception of money and wealth and our quickie discussion is with Corney McDermott, author of Give Yourself Permission. We explore the idea of shifting the way you think about something as crucial as money, for a different more abundant mindset. Join the audio program to hear me and my co-host Cortney McDermott:Mindset is everything and a right mindset about wealth - creating it with intentions - is a key to survival and living big. This is part of creating the life we want on purpose.We're talking about money and wealth today for 3 reasons - 1 - it was one of the top content topics on the show for 2023 so I know the audience has an interest. Who doesn't want to learn how to live more abundantly? 2 - I think the right mindset to something as important as wealth is key to achieving it… what story are we telling ourselves about money and 3 - the ideas we'll discuss around this concept are really beneficial to simply living well - which you'll see as Corney gives us a quick run down.Cortney, In your book there is a chapter called “Make a lot of Money.” In that chapter you have 5 principles you say are related to wealth accumulation. Let's talk about those. Tune in to hear the principles...We talk about*Where love is Money is.*Gratitude is the foundation of wealth*Wealth is inside workand much more...If you liked this episode - please consider sharing it with a friend. It's all about doing good in the world and this is an easy way to share inspiration in your sphere. We'll see you in two weeks for our next episode.Contact Cortney or buy her book:www.cortney mcdermott.comemail: cort@cortinc.comBook: Give Yourself PermissionAmazon Link to purchase:https://www.amazon.com/Give-Yourself-Permission-Development-Improvement/dp/B0C9SNG7NZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O1BQ0ZKORWVG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8amufz-UuP5MoibMVqy9ytZAjysDYtrkrHH-n0pAurOWTAGFh4YdjC_sUVHwmq7ksKOgWsl2vK4J_Xyj5hT1-A.ASsOCz1Ig8IdvvM1x8vBiqKQUJPx8ieg2Nlsolw-ZYA&dib_tag=se&keywords=give+yourself+permission&qid=1704998197&sprefix=give+yourself+permission%2Caps%2C226&sr=8-1

How to transform without ‘doing' anything and how shifting your attention and awareness can change everything in your life. In this episode we learn: - what you think about grows - continually assess where your attention is going when you want to improve something in your business - actively listening to clients gets you closer to satisfying their deepest wishes - your client's physical environment affects their well-being and productivity - strategies for dealing with professional comparison or seeing so many flawless interiors on social media - the importance of decluttering your mind through your physical space Success is not an accident. It's a strategy. Business of Design® is that strategy. Become a member, today. https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&campaign=podcast

Do you have all the symbols for success and still feel unworthy, tired and aimless? Have you tried to do it all but now realize you can't? Are you ready to disrupt patterns of behavior that aren't helpful and focus on what you really want? Today's special guest, Cortney McDermott is here to help you change your patterns of behavior, grow a thriving business, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Cortney believes in human alchemy. She knows the confines of human potential and is passionate about sharing what has led her to this place in her life. Her book Give Yourself Permission offers a transformative guide to unlocking one's true potential, cultivating confidence, and embracing a life of fulfillment. She offers expert guidance on personal growth and self-empowerment from practical strategies and exercises to overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience, and inspirational stories and anecdotes that illustrate the power of embracing one's potential. CORTNEY MCDERMOTT is a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media.

Cortney's career highlights include her time as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and then running her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.

Cortney speaks four languages and lives between Italy and the US.  

In this episode, your host Cathleen O'Sullivan is joined by the inspiring Cortney McDermott. Together, they embark on a profound discussion about awakening to possibilities, letting go of rigidity and ego, and the freedom that comes from recognising the ego as part of play. They delve into the importance of playfulness, ease, and simplicity. Cortney also shares her personal journey of making tough life decisions and emphasises the significance of living life fully and making decisions out of love and intelligence rather than fear. Join us as we explore the valuable wisdom of Cortney McDermott and discover what it truly means to be a legendary leader.  Episode Timeline:  [00:001 Reflect on "miserably successful," making life changes.  [07:39] Designing life is about playing different characters.  [13:31] Embracing truth, liberation, and wearing masks.  [21:18] Performance affects focus, playfulness, and liberation.  [24:14] Transitioned from management to pursue writing passion.  [31:53] Challenging journey toward flexibility and embracing change.  [38:52] Deep truth leading to miraculous occurrences  [44:49] Years of fear, then happiness and freedom.  [52:29] Cortney recognises the importance of being a positive example to her daughter.  [55:46] Excited for the unknown, embracing lack of control.  [01:02] Evaluate self-help advice, trust your instincts.  [01:06] Avoided pressure, and focused on being genuine.  [01:14] Nobody needs saving, being is truth.  [01:19] Giving ourselves permission to have fun.  [01:23] Embracing ease leads to peak performance.    Key Takeaways:   Awakening to Infinite Possibilities: Cortney highlights the importance of recognising oneself as the embodiment of endless possibilities, challenging the conventional mindset of teaching and pushing for specific results.  Embracing Change with Fearless Love: Cortney shares her personal journey, including her experience of making tough decisions, such as transitioning during a divorce. The discussion emphasises the fear of societal judgment and the primordial survival instinct, underscoring the importance of making decisions out of love and intelligence rather than fear.  Letting Go of Control and Embracing Curiosity: Cortney's emphasis on relinquishing the illusion of control and staying attuned to a frequency that aligns with intelligence is truly inspiring. The conversation encourages embracing openness and curiosity, unleashing the potential for personal growth and transformation.      ABOUT CORTNEY MCDERMOTT   Cortney McDermott is an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert who helps the world's leading organizations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behavior, grow healthy businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success.    Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media.    Cortney's career highlights include her time as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and then running her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.    Cortney believes in exploring and challenging the confines of human potential and is passionate about neuroscience, epigenetics, and the practical applications of quantum theory.        Connect with:  Website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/  Social Media Links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/    Find out more:   Connect: 
   Find | Cathleen O'Sullivan    Business: cathleenmerkel.com     Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel/   Instagram: www.instagram.com/legendary_leaders_cathleenos           FOLLOW LEGENDARY LEADERS ON APPLE, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER YOU LISTEN TO YOUR PODCASTS.   

In this episode, you'll hear: Why do many high performers have a hard time cutting loose? We are not in control, but we can influence and adapt. What Cort learned on Richard Branson's private island What does it mean to “play” as an adult? Mathew and Cort do an improv exercise.  This is part three of three in a series with Cortney McDermott. Cort is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. She speaks four languages and currently splits her time between Italy and the US. There was a time when it looked like she had it all, but in reality, she was “miserably successful." She had a series of “cold shower moments” where she realized that, despite her accomplishments, she was unhappy. She looked around and saw that it didn't seem like anyone around her was feeling fulfilled. Finding her way out of that space and helping others do the same has become her calling and a new career. It can be easy to get caught up in the seriousness of life. With bills, doctor visits, and laundry, we often feel like we don't have time to relax or can't afford to let things spin out of control. It may be hard for you to let go because you do care so much. There is nothing wrong with caring, and as Mathew always says, “Letting go is not the same as not caring.” However, in reality, we rarely control most things happening in our lives, like our heartbeat, the weather, or people's actions. It can be hard to break away from the identities you've created around yourself: control freak, type A, high achiever... But there is an easier way to navigate life, and you may find the results are even better when you go with the flow. Cort tells us there was a time in her life when she was operating from a “push place," trying to force her will on life. Now, she has shifted to an intrinsically motivated place. By leaning into her internal instructions, she has found more peace and happiness in her life. Having time to listen to the universe can be seen as a luxury, but as Cort told us in part two of this series, she sees busyness as a lie, and by silencing the noise, space can be created. There is freedom in letting go of things we cannot control. What other people think of you is none of your business, and by eliminating that concern, we can begin to find more time to invest in ourselves. As we become adults, “play” can feel inaccessible, but Cort's advice is to just try new things and do what feels good. We are on a ball of dirt spinning through space. Ride the wave and do what you need to do to find happiness. We are not in control, but we can influence and adapt. In this episode, you'll hear: Why do many high performers have a hard time cutting loose? We are not in control, but we can influence and adapt. What Cort learned on Richard Branson's private island What does it mean to “play” as an adult? Mathew and Cort do an improv exercise.  Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: Everything is Fine, but You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset with Cortney McDermott Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer The Holographic Universe by Michael Talbot The teaching of the Dao Richard Branson  CortneyMcDermott.com    Connect with the Guest CortneyMcdermott.com Cortney on Instagram  Cortney on LinkedIn   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Cortney McDermott. Cortney went from a struggling temp secretary to a bestselling author, TEDxspeaker, and mind-body expert, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. Cortney's career includes being an executive at Vanity Fair, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and running her own businesses, with clients ranging from Google, to Universal Music Group, Nike, and Virgin Unite. Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, Fox News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media. She is the author of two best-sellers including “Change Starts Within You: Unlock Confidence to Lead with Intuition” and “Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident. Be Happy. Be You” I'm excited to go deep into all she has learned on her journey to help you maximize yourself in your life. www.cortneymcdermott.com/ To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com Show Sponsors: Hims: For all you Misfit Entrepreneur Men out there, Hims offers an array of high-quality options including pills or chews for ED and serums, sprays, or oral options for hair loss. And right now, you can get your FREE online visit today a Hims.com/Misfit 5 Minute Journal: The best 5 minutes you will spend each day to help you succeed! www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

Part 2: Creating More Time in Your Day with Cortney McDermott This is part two of three in a series with Cortney McDermott. Cort is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. She speaks four languages and splits her time between Italy and the US. There was a time in her life when it looked like she had it all, but in reality, she was “miserably successful." She had a series of “cold shower moments” where she realized that, despite her accomplishments, she was unhappy. She looked around and saw that it didn't seem like anyone around her was feeling fulfilled. Finding her way out of that space and helping others do the same has become her calling and a new career. Do you tie your value to your productivity? Do you think being busy gives you self-worth? Do you struggle with time management? Cortney tells us she used to be this person too, until one day, she removed the word “busy” from her vocabulary, flipped her relationship with time, and started to focus on the things that were really important to her, and eventually, it started to feel like time expanded. For many of us, the chaos starts when we open our eyes, roll over, and grab our cell phones. Cort tells us our brains are most programmable right before we fall asleep and right after we wake up, so avoiding the phone in bed is a small way to make a few minutes of time for ourselves and begin to cultivate stillness. In that stillness, we can access our innate intelligence and begin to see things more clearly. A lot of what we think we need to be doing is just noise. In stillness, we can find honesty that allows us to evaluate what we are spending time on and can actually let go of. In the same way, there are things that only we can do, like spend time with our family. By eliminating the "busyness," you will have more time for the important things. However, there are seasons in life when we feel the busyness serves us, like when we are expanding in our careers or building a family. Mathew reminds us that while there is a time to turn the volume up to 10, there are also times to lower it back down to 2. As long as you realize that no one but you can control the volume of your life, you will maintain the ability to manage your own time. As many of us know, a task will expand to the time it is allotted, leading to procrastination. By setting realistic yet ambitious timelines for ourselves, we maximize what we can accomplish. No matter what, remember that you always have permission to opt out. Identify the noise and areas where you are giving too much out of a sense of obligation or outside perception, then take back your time. Link new behaviors to existing behaviors, like listening to the audiobook while watching your kids practice or doing wall push-ups each time you go to the bathroom. Experiment with patterns and habits you can associate to make your life easier. In this episode, you'll hear: How to be intentional with your days when you are living a “busy” life Why are stillness and mindfulness so important in the morning? Opt out and experiment with associating new and existing patterns and habits. Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: Everything is Fine, but You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset with Cortney McDermott The Pareto principle Pomodoro Technique Parkinson's law   Connect with the Guest CortneyMcdermott.com Cortney on Instagram  Cortney on LinkedIn   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

Part 1: Why You Don't Have What You Want with Cortney McDermott This is part one of three in a series with Cortney McDermott. Cort is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. She speaks four languages and splits her time between Italy and the US. There was a time in her life when it looked like she had it all, but in reality, she was “miserably successful." She had a series of “cold shower moments” where she realized that, despite her accomplishments, she was unhappy. She looked around and saw that it didn't seem like anyone around her was feeling fulfilled either. Finding her way out of that space and helping others do the same has become her calling and a new career. In this episode, Mathew and Cortney discuss why you feel like you don't have what you want. While Cort was having her mindfulness meditation one morning in Italy, it hit her: "You're not there yet because there is always somewhere outside of you." Most of us are chasing something outside of ourselves that we think we want and tie our happiness and fulfillment to getting it. However, a common approach, this thinking, will only set you up for failure. The only place to find real fulfillment is inside of ourselves. You are not after the thing. You are after what you think the thing will make you feel. “You have it all. You have it all. It's right there inside you, and it's the last place you'll look.” To understand your real desires and see that you have the capacity to achieve them already, you have to find stillness and surrender to a chaotic world. Being able to trust yourself is essential to being able to let go of control. Become an observer of life, take a deep breath, and understand that it's all already changing, whether you want it to or not. Your external environment is changing you, but at the same time, you have agency over your inner environment, which will shape the world around you and your perception of it. “If I am ok with myself, then everything will be ok around me.” “You're not there yet because there is always somewhere outside you.” In this episode, you'll hear: Understanding what we really want is the first step to getting there. Put effort into your current situation that you would put into moving on. How to trust yourself more, relax, and go with the flow of life Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: Everything is Fine, but You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset with Cortney McDermott   Connect with the Guest CortneyMcdermott.com Cortney on Instagram  Cortney on LinkedIn   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

Brother Greg sits down with Cortney McDermott - author of Give Yourself Permission - speaks about her book, and how to be confident, happy and you!

Episode 260: The Key to Upleveling - Relax Interview Cortney McDermottWelcome to the Love Your Story podcast. It's December and we are winding down 2023 with two of the best episodes of the year. In a couple week's we'll have the Best of 2023 episode, which looks at download numbers for all the episodes throughout the year to find out what the favorites have been - I always love that episode. It gives me lots of great info. but it also gives the listeners a quick peak at 5 excellent episodes with a small quip from each, so if you missed any of them you can go back and listen……..AND our final interview of the year is today with Cortney McDermott.I'll tell you why I think this is going to be one of the best episodes of the year. On Love Your Story we are all about living into our best lives. We are all about intention and responsibility. We are all about gaining a greater understanding of universal laws and how they work so we can work with more faith, allowance, and intention to create what we want, well…I've been in this place lately where I've been trying to figure out how quantum physics works with the power of our own minds, how to manifest in bigger ways, how to get rid of mental corrals and think beyond what I'm used to….and then guess what shows up? This woman - Corney McDermott and her book “Give Yourself Permission.”I admit, as I read the book I really dreaded trying to write up my notes for the interview because there are tooooooo many things I want to talk about. Soooo much I'd love to get Cortney's perspetive on…so it's going to be a value packed show.Cortney McDermott is an award-winning author, she is a TedX speaker, and a mind-body expert who helps the world's leading organizations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behavior, grow healthy businesses and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. She has been featured in Inc. Women's Health, Success, The Huffington Post, FOX news and lot of other mainstream business and life style media. She was an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation….and I could go on, but I just want to talk with her, So….Cortney…. Welcome to the Love Your Story podcast.First, who are you? What's your story….let me get more specific…..in your introduction you say that years ago you started having experiences you couldn't explain, like losing a lot of weight overnight..and another time you were transported out of the constraints of time and space.Whaaattt? 1. Who are you and why did these things happen, and what were they like?Listen to the audio program to hear Cortney's story and some in depth conversation on how we can connect with a greater flow of life by relaxing, listening, following inspiration, and doing with joy.We talk about intrinsic motivation vs. hard pushing and I talk with her about my lack of understanding about how we can make things happen by relaxing. What does it look like when you are a type A personality and the best flow of life lies in relaxing, surrendering?How to reach Cortney:CortneyMcDermott.comBook: Give Yourself PermissionTune in next week for our season closing episode - The Best of 2023 - and see what all the listener favorites were. See you in two weeks.

What is truly stopping you from living your life to the fullest? Most of the time, the ones not giving ourselves permission are us. In this episode, I'm so excited to be joined by the fantastic Cortney McDermott. Cortney is a Keynote and TEDx Speaker, a Best-selling and Award-Winning Author, and a Mind-Body Expert. She has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, and FOX News for her work in self-development and business strategy, worked as an Executive at Vanity Fair Corporation and Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and after launching her own business, had clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.Throughout our conversation, you'll hear Cortney's journey of self-development, the moment she discovered how divorced she was from her body, and how she managed to reconnect with her true essence. You'll also hear about why it is okay to turn our lives into a massive experiment, how to get ourselves out of our way, and why it is crucial to realize our time here isn't infinite. Additionally, we delve into Cortney's book "Give Yourself Permission: Be Confident, Be Happy, Be You," how to get things done in "the Mecca of distraction" we live in, the best tactics to turn 2024 into your best year, and much more.Tune in to Episode 134 of the Joy Found Here and get Cortney's best tips and advice to lighten your life and give yourself permission to live to the fullest.In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Cortney's background and her life being "miserably successful" (3:00)Just shake it off. The importance of releasing physical trauma from our bodies (10:50)Playing vs performing (15:10)Cortney talks about her book "Give Yourself Permission" (17:00)Don't die with your music inside of you (26:00)How to get things done in "the Mecca of distraction" (33:00)What we should do with our talents (38:40)Cortney's tips and ideas to make 2024 your best year (45:00)Connect with Cortney:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInLet's Connect:WebsiteInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author and speaker Cortney McDermott is a Chicago native who has lived in a small village in Northern Italy for over 20 years.

Everything is Fine, but You Are Still Unhappy: Change Your Mindset with Cortney McDermott   Cortney McDermott is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. She speaks four languages and splits her time between Italy and the US. There was a time in her life when it looked like she had it all, but in reality, she was “miserably successful”. She had a series of “cold shower moments” where she realized that, despite her accomplishments, she was unhappy. She looked around and saw that it didn't seem like anyone around her was feeling fulfilled either. Finding her way out of that space and helping others do the same has become her calling and new career.   In this episode, Mathew and Cortney discuss their shared experience of working up to a successful career and then deciding it was time to “blow up what they built''. Approval, appreciation, and crafting an image can be addicting, but it can also make it harder to evaluate if your life is meeting your true needs or just bringing external validation. From a young age, people are given belief systems about who they are, and then they're expected to stay within those boundaries. In order to find our true paths, Mathew and Cort say we have to rewire those thoughts and escape the pressure of thinking we have to be something special or something other than what we feel called to be. Most people are running around with masks on, playing characters with personas, but Cort tells us we can choose who we are and reinvent ourselves every day. By letting go of what we think people expect us to be, we can access our full potential. Unless you can control your mind, you won't be able to give up trying to control life. Cort and Mathew both describe what it looked like when they let go of control and how they are still working to ride the wave of existence without trying to control the chaos. We do this in an attempt to achieve the illusion of safety, but in reality, all it does is limit us. Letting go doesn't mean you stop caring about things. Rather, you decide to let go of the addiction to caring what people think about you. It means deciding to follow your intuition and finding ways to transition from where you are now to where you want to be. Cortney outlines the science behind shifting your mindset, gives us practical tools on how to get started, and leaves us with her most important piece of advice to help us start the journey.   “I am not the belief... that doesn't have to define me.”   In this episode, you'll hear: What are “cold shower moments,” and what are they trying to tell us? How are Cortney's corporate skills applicable to the work she is doing now? The science behind shifting your mindset and how to hack it    Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Connect with the Guest Cortney on Instagram  Cortney on LinkedIn   Resources: Give Yourself Permission www.CortneyMcDermott.com Mathew Blades Mental Health Retreat Debrief    Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

Get the full show notes at: https://antiaginghacks.net/podcast/give-yourself-permission/ [Sponsor message: To get thicker, fuller and stronger hair, make sure to check out FullyVital.com and get 15% off your order with code antiaginghacks] Cortney McDermott is a TEDx speaker, internationally recognized expert in self-development and business strategy, and the bestselling author of "Give Yourself Permission" and "Change Starts Within You." 02:45 How Courtney got into writing books? 05:04 How American and Italian work cultures are similar 07:30 How People Are Not Giving Themselves Permission 09:00 How Does The Mind Body Connection Work? 13:00 The Benefits of Feeling Your Sensations 17:10 What About Past Trauma? 21:00 How Does Courtney Apply Neuroscience In Her Work? 24:15 How To Achieve your Dreams And Be Happy At The Same Time? 31:20 How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs and Be Confident? 35:45 How Do You Give Up Control And Do Productive Work? 40:30 How Could People Be Full Of Joy Or Neutral? 46:00 How Can People Find Courtney?

This week my guest is Cortney McDermott, a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. In this episode, we talk a lot about the importance of mindset in daily life. We delve into: Cortney's story from waitress to secretary to corporate life then launching her business Connecting to our body How to feel present and aware The loop of negativity Toxic positivity Feeling positivity and joy Wellness hacks and routines You can connect with Cortney: Website: CORTINC.COM Instagram @cortneymcdermott LinkedIn @cortneymcdermott For the workshop bundle mentioned in this episode head to https://faceyogaexpert.com/face-yoga-workshop-bundleTake the Quiz: What type of Face Yoga are you?FREE Neck Lifting Guide when you sign up for my weekly newsletter full of tips and inspirationFace Yoga and Gua Sha Teacher Training CoursesMy New Book, The Face Yoga JournalMy WebsiteMy BlogMy Book Danielle Collins Face YogaMy Audio BookFace Yoga Sessions My ShopFollow me on social: Instagram: @faceyogaexpert Facebook: The Face Yoga Expert Twitter: @faceyogaexpert YouTube: The Face Yoga Expert Linkedin: Danielle Collins Pinterest: faceyogaexpertTikTok: faceyogaexpert Mentioned in this episode:60% Off PURE PODCASTING Launch Package Offer!Invest in yourself! Start your own podcast at a hugely discounted price!Claim 60% OFF - Visit PURE PODCASTING

Could the answer to living a life of optimal health and vitality be found in ‘Giving Yourself Permission? In todays podcast episode we dive into:

Rebirth gets lit up with the kind and charismatic Cort McDermott https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/ as she shares her wit and wisdom from living a life aligned with her purpose and evolving consciousness. This episode is a mood lifting reminder to walk through that which keeps you from giving yourself permission to live your best life. One of my favorite moments - one I have been turning over in my mind since this podcast — is the invitation to play over perform. If you are a type A go-getter, or think that pushing is the only way, tune in for the moment Cort shares this brilliant gem with us and so much more. Pick up your copy of Give Yourself Permission; it's book that is a friend you can return to: https://www.amazon.com/Give-Yourself-Permission-Development-Improvement-ebook/dp/B0CBGH99HJ Instagram - @cortneymcdermott LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cortneymcdermott/ Looking for more daily inspiration? Pick up The Golden Thread, Kate's favorite space to share writing https://katebrenton.substack.com/p/42000-opinions Want to work 1:1 with Kate? Listen To Her sessions create clarity in your everyday life and move from your own intuited & inspired action. Inquire: kate@katebrenton.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-brenton/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-brenton/support

Our next guest is a best-selling author, TedX speaker, and strategic consultant to corporate executives, business students, and entrepreneurial leaders. Anyone that's spent time with her can tell that she's figured something out and her gift is sharing it with others. Her presence is palpable through the level of attention she gives you through each interaction. What I took away from our conversation is that the best version of you is already within you. Please enjoy my conversation with Cortney McDermott.https://www.cortneymcdermott.comhttps://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermotthttps://ww.instagram.com/iamconsciouslycurious

This week on Talks + Thoughts, join us for an enlightening conversation with award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert Cortney McDermott. Our topic of discussion is Toxic Positivity, a concept that Cortney explores in her upcoming book "Give Yourself Permission." We will talk about what it is, how to avoid it, and how to live an abundant life by being your authentic self. Cortney's expertise in the field of self-development and business strategy has been recognized by mainstream media such as Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, and The Huffington Post. Tune in to gain valuable insights on disrupting old patterns of behavior, growing healthy businesses, and unlocking your full potential. Click here to order your copy of "⁠Give Yourself Permission⁠." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dgspeaks/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dgspeaks/support

On the 29th episode of the What is a Good Life? podcast, I'm excited to have Cortney McDermott, a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and strategist for Fortune 500 executives and creative entrepreneurs, joining me as a guest.Cortney takes us on a profound exploration of true freedom and the liberating act of being yourself. She shares her personal journey, which was spurred by a sense of emptiness following her successes as an executive, that led her to discover what truly needed to be explored and expressed in her life.Throughout the episode, Cortney reveals her personal processes that guided her back into her body and feelings, shifting her focus from external seeking to realising that everything she needed was already within her grasp.We delve into the immense energy that arises from aligning with one's essence and the importance of expanding our sense of trust in life. While Cortney also emphasises the significance of neither rejecting one's ego nor emotions, or blindly following ready-made prescriptions for life.If you find yourself grappling with a sense of emptiness despite your achievements and are yearning for more in life, this episode offers a wealth of contemplation. It will open new doors of perspective and fresh curiosity for what may come next, whatever that looks like for you.If you enjoy this conversation, the digital version of Cortney's latest best-selling book, Give Yourself Permission, is discounted here (https://amzn.to/3Oe5oxO) for the next week!Subscribe for weekly episodes, every Tuesday, and check out my YouTube channel (link below) for daily clips and reflections.Contact me at mark@whatisagood.life to book a free 30 minute consultation for one-on-one coaching programs or to hear about corporate workshops I am offering around this question.Running Order:01:50 Podcast begins02:27 How can I be free?05:30 Becoming aware of our conditioning08:45 Connecting with and exploring all of what we are feeling14:32 Giving yourself permission to be you17:25 Exploring self-expression22:05 Everything is within you25:43 Realising what you are seeking is right here29:02 The point of letting go32:25 Using your Ego in alignment38:32 The astonishing powers of connecting41:23 Expanding your trust 45:42 Learning to think and paying attention49:24 Finding your own lane, not following other people's prescription54:46 Wild experiences in consciousness1:02:50 Summary of conversation1:05:25 What is a good life for Cortney?For further content and information check out the following: - For the podcast's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife/videos- My newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/- Cortney's website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/- Cortney's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott/- Cortney's Book: https://amzn.to/3Oe5oxO

From a deli waitress who couldn't pay the bills to a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert mind-body coach, Cortney McDermott believes in human alchemy. She helps the world's leading organizations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behavior, grow sustainable businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX news, and most other major business and lifestyle media. Cortney started her career as a temp secretary, rose to corporate executive, and went on to become a VP, before leaving her elite corporate jobs to start her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, Starbucks, the US Military and NASA. Considered something of a creative polymath, Cortney believes in exploring and challenging the confines of human potential and is passionate about embodying and evoking the phoenix that lives in all of us. Her next projects include fiction writing, recording a music album in L.A., and providing mind-body training to women in prison.Cortney speaks four languages, lives globally, and offers limited keynotes, workshops, and niche 1:1 coaching. To enquire about working directly with Cortney or booking her for your next event, please contact INFO@CORTINC.COM.Please share a social media link, podcast link or website. www.cortinc.com https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/ www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott__________________________________We discuss real life topics, tools and tips on how to challenge and transform your thinking with no sugar added. Hope you will go on the journey with us as we grow, fail and get back up. Life is about challenges and learning how to overcome those challenges together. https://linktr.ee/Neenaperez#inspire #straighttalknosugaradded #straighttalk #transform #positivemindset #positivethinking #thinking #positive #CT #NY #speaker #challenge #women #men #mindset #influencer #influence #powerful #life #lifetopics #talkshow #talk #host #selflove #love #women #menSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Inspired with Bell... Today we're talking about LOVE and how to have and feel more of it in 2022. “You can't create what you're not BEING.” -Cortney McDermott. Join us to dive into what love really is and how you can align to it to attract anything you want…. From a deli waitress who couldn't pay the bills to a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert mind-body coach, Cortney McDermott believes in human alchemy. She helps the world's leading organisations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behaviour, grow sustainable businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX news, and most other major business and lifestyle media. Cortney started her career as a temp secretary, rose to corporate executive, and went on to become a VP, before leaving her elite corporate jobs to start her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, Starbucks, the US Military and NASA. Grab Tickets for Seller Sessions Live Brought to you by Thrasio on May 7, 2022 Featuring: Ivelin Demirov, Tim Jordan, Destaney Wishon, Adam Heist and many more Hosted by: Danny McMillan, Sharon Even and Izabela Hamilton Grab Tickets at: https://live.sellersessions.com/ Conference tickets include the “Afterparty brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads”. Purchase tickets to the VIP Dinner “brought to you by Avask” https://live.sellersessions.com/ Big Thank you to our sponsors: Seller Sessions Live in brought to you by Thrasio (May 7) The VIP is brought to you by Avask (May 6) Afterparty is brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads (May 7) Thank you to Perpetua, YLT Translations, SellersAlley & Pinformative

"If you fight for your limitations, you get to keep them." -Cortney McDermott Want to create more wealth, freedom, happiness? Today we're going to cover the principles behind wealth accumulation, what it really means to be wealthy, and how we can turn limiting beliefs about money into empowering ones. From a deli waitress who couldn't pay the bills to a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert mind-body coach, Cortney McDermott believes in human alchemy. She helps the world's leading organisations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behaviour, grow sustainable businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX news, and most other major business and lifestyle media. Cortney started her career as a temp secretary, rose to corporate executive, and went on to become a VP, before leaving her elite corporate jobs to start her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, Starbucks, the US Military and NASA. Grab Tickets for Seller Sessions Live Brought to you by Thrasio on May 7, 2022 Featuring: Ivelin Demirov, Tim Jordan, Destaney Wishon, Adam Heist and many more Hosted by: Danny McMillan, Sharon Even and Izabela Hamilton Grab Tickets at: https://live.sellersessions.com/ Conference tickets include the “Afterparty brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads”. Purchase tickets to the VIP Dinner “brought to you by Avask” https://live.sellersessions.com/ Big Thank you to our sponsors: Seller Sessions Live in brought to you by Thrasio (May 7) The VIP is brought to you by Avask (May 6) Afterparty is brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads (May 7) Thank you to Perpetua, YLT Translations, SellersAlley & Pinformative

This week on Inspired With Bell... WANT TO FEEL BETTER? You deserve to be happy. Here's how… A lot of things are out of our control. Our happiness is not one of them. Join Izabela and Cortney in this podcast interview to learn the ONE thing you need to free yourself from the fear, frustration, depression, anxiety, stress, and loneliness that covid has created. From a deli waitress who couldn't pay the bills to a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert mind-body coach, Cortney McDermott believes in human alchemy. She helps the world's leading organisations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behaviour, grow sustainable businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX news, and most other major business and lifestyle media. Cortney started her career as a temp secretary, rose to corporate executive, and went on to become a VP, before leaving her elite corporate jobs to start her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, Starbucks, the US Military and NASA. Grab Tickets for Seller Sessions Live Brought to you by Thrasio on May 7, 2022 Featuring: Ivelin Demirov, Tim Jordan, Destaney Wishon, Adam Heist and many more Hosted by: Danny McMillan,  Sharon Even and Izabela Hamilton Grab Tickets at: https://live.sellersessions.com/ Conference tickets include Afterparty brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads Purchase tickets to the VIP Dinner brought to you by Avask https://live.sellersessions.com/ Big thank you to our sponsors: Seller Sessions Live in brought to you by Thrasio The VIP is brought to you by Avask Afterparty is brought to you by BetterAMS and Clear Ads Thank you to Perpetua, YLT Translations, SellersAlley & Pinformative...

My next guest is Cortney McDermott, an award-winning writer, speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives who started to veer away from listening to her intuition when it was telling her to move away from the super busy corporate life she was in. She made the choice to ignore her intuition to keep moving on, doing things like living the high life and moving around the world on a corporate jet, but, on the inside, her intuition kept getting louder and louder to change what she was doing, until she had an epiphany while in the air. In this podcast interview, Cortney and I talk about that moment, and how she swung her life into almost the opposite way, teaching about meditation, and listening to your intuition, which is music to my ears. Website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cortneymcdermott Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott/ Schedule a Call With Me: https://calendly.com/intuitivebranding/30-minute-discovery-call

Want to become more confident but don't know where to start? In this episode of the Happy Hustle Podcast, Cortney McDermott sits with me to talk about how you can unlock your confidence and achieve the freedom that you aim for. Cortney is a bestselling author, TEDx Speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders around the world. She writes for a number of business-life publications such as SUCCESS, HuffPost, and Creative Culture. Her debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was named for Inc.com's “26 Favorite Books of High Achievers” and has been featured in multiple media outlets internationally. Want a free guided mini-meditation to boost your confidence? Check out https://www.cortneymcdermott.com. Initiate change within yourself, grab a copy of Cortney's book available here https://tinyurl.com/pz2e8hem. If you want to optimize your brain to its full potential, Nootopia's products have the most advanced brain-boosting nutrients available in the market today. If you want to save some moolah, go to nootopia.com/happyhustle, use code HAPPY and get the hook up on these amazing nootropics. Plus you're protected by their 365-day unconditional money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: [00:04:45:19] How to Cultivate Confidence [00:18:49:28] Blisscipline Leads To Freedom [00:33:06:08] Creating Harmony in Your Life [00:36:03:29] Happy Hustle Hacks [Health, Money, Spirituality] [00:47:33:14] Rapid-fire questions   What does happy Hustlin mean to you?  Cortney says Happy is about being connected and hustle is a smart action.   Connect with Cortney Instagram Youtube Linkedin   Find Cortney on her website: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/   Connect with Cary! Purchase The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure

Change is the only constant in life (Heraclitus). If you don't see, are you paying attention? And if you aren't changing, well, that is something different. Stacy Henry is the author of Get Rooted! Growing People and Companies Through Change and joins Kevin to discuss change and values. We don't always get to choose the change (hello pandemic), yet we get to choose our actions and reactions. The way we respond is based on our values. Often, we hold on tight, even though we don't like the current state, because it is known. It requires us to think differently and move through the change. This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. Additional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations: Get Rooted!: Growing People and Companies Through Change by Stacy Henry The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their Most Important Responsibilities by Patrick Lencioni Connect with Stacy Henry: Website | LinkedIn Related Podcast Episodes: Change Starts Within you with Cortney McDermott. Helping People Change with Melvin Smith. Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger. Subscribe to the Podcast Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to this podcast through the options below. iTunes Stitcher TuneIn Soundcloud RSS Or your favorite podcast app. Join Our Facebook Group Join our Facebook community to network with like-minded leaders, ask us questions, suggest guests and more. We welcome your wealth of experience and hope you will join us in sharing it with others on their leadership journey. You can join the group here: facebook.com/groups/RemarkableLeadershipPodcast/

Change is the only constant in life (Heraclitus). If you don't see, are you paying attention? And if you aren't changing, well, that is something different. Stacy Henry is the author of Get Rooted! Growing People and Companies Through Change and joins Kevin to discuss change and values. We don't always get to choose the change (hello pandemic), yet we get to choose our actions and reactions. The way we respond is based on our values. Often, we hold on tight, even though we don't like the current state, because it is known. It requires us to think differently and move through the change. This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. Additional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations: Get Rooted!: Growing People and Companies Through Change by Stacy Henry The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their Most Important Responsibilities by Patrick Lencioni Connect with Stacy Henry: Website | LinkedIn Related Podcast Episodes: Change Starts Within you with Cortney McDermott. Helping People Change with Melvin Smith. Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger. Subscribe to the Podcast Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to this podcast through the options below. iTunes Stitcher TuneIn Soundcloud RSS Or your favorite podcast app. Join Our Facebook Group Join our Facebook community to network with like-minded leaders, ask us questions, suggest guests and more. We welcome your wealth of experience and hope you will join us in sharing it with others on their leadership journey. You can join the group here: facebook.com/groups/RemarkableLeadershipPodcast/

Izabela kicks off 2021 with the discussion of money. How people fear money and have both a good and bad relationship with it. Today she is joined by Cortney McDermott, whom is an award-winning writer and bestselling author, a TEDx speaker, and a strategic trainer to Fortune 500 executives. Her work has been featured in multiple major media including: Success Magazine, Women’s Health, Fox News Chicago, MindBodyGreen, Startup Canada, and The Huffington Post. Cortney’s debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was selected for Inc. Magazine’s “26 Favourite Books of High Achievers”, alongside works by Richard Branson and Anthony Robbins, and has been described as “‘Eat, Pray, Love’ meets ‘The 4-hour Workweek

Cortney McDermott, whom is an award-winning writer and bestselling author, a TEDx speaker, and a strategic trainer to Fortune 500 executives. Her work has been featured in multiple major media including: Success Magazine, Women’s Health, Fox News Chicago, MindBodyGreen, Startup Canada, and The Huffington Post. Cortney’s debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was selected for Inc. Magazine’s “26 Favourite Books of High Achievers”, alongside works by Richard Branson and Anthony Robbins, and has been described as “‘Eat, Pray, Love’ meets ‘The 4-hour Workweek    

Izabella Hamiltion joins us on Monday's as a guest host bringing in guests from around the world. For her first show, Bel will chat with the talented Cortney McDermott, whom is an award-winning writer and bestselling author, a TEDx speaker, and a strategic trainer to Fortune 500 executives. Her work has been featured in multiple major media including: Success Magazine, Women’s Health, Fox News Chicago, MindBodyGreen, Startup Canada, and The Huffington Post. Cortney’s debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was selected for Inc. Magazine’s “26 Favourite Books of High Achievers”, alongside works by Richard Branson and Anthony Robbins, and has been described as “‘Eat, Pray, Love’ meets ‘The 4-hour Workweek’.”

Do you know that one of the most effective ways of meditating is yawning? Surprising right, and wait, there’s more! I invited a dear friend of mine, Cortney McDermott a best-selling author that's been on TEDx talks. Courtney is very close to my heart because she's inspired me with the amazing transformation she has created in her own life where she left her really cushy corporate job as an executive at Vanity Fair to launch her very own series of intrapreneurial adventures. Tune in as we dive into the empowering works of meditation in unlocking your confidence and transforming your life, discovering different ways of getting ice cream, the amazing power of connectivity, changing frequency states and so much more! Be sure to visit Cortney and the amazing wonders she can bring into your life: https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/ ( https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/ ) Watch Free Masterclass: The 5 secrets you Must know about divorce https://www.subscribepage.com/masterclass5secrets_copy Instagram: www.instagram.com/divorceforlove ( http://www.instagram.com/divorceforlove ) Join our membership at www.divorceforlovesociety.com ( http://www.divorceforlovesociety.com/ ) *Links:* * Website: https://www.divorceforlove.com/ ( https://www.divorceforlove.com/ ) * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DivorceForLoveSociety/ ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/DivorceForLoveSociety/ ) * Instagram: @divorceforlove

How fast are you going? How fast should you be going? Do you even know where you are going? Kevin is joined by Alan Willett, author of Lead with Speed: Fire Up Your Team, Power Your Engines of Development, and Make Your Organization Soar. Many organizations would say they need to be faster, whether that's features added, products to market, or customer response. Alan suggests our speed needs to be relevant to the value. You can go as fast as you want, yet if you aren't accomplishing your goals or are just fixing problems, are you moving forward? Sometimes it's not about working harder/faster, it's about doing something different. This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model. Additional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations: Lead with Speed: Fire Up Your Team, Power Your Engines of Development, and Make Your Organization Soar by Alan Willett Columbus Day (Expeditionary Force) Book 1 in the Series by Craig Alanson Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes - But Some Do by Matthew Syed Connect with Alan Willett: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter Related Podcast Episodes: Change Starts Within You with Cortney McDermott. Leading Clarity with Brad Deutser. Agility with Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby. The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey. Subscribe to the Podcast Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to this podcast through the options below. iTunes Stitcher TuneIn Soundcloud RSS Or your favorite podcast app.

We currently live in a low trust culture. And we know trust is important for leaders, in good times and in times of stress, disruption, and turn-around. Kevin is joined by Joel Peterson, Chairman of JetBlue Airways, Founding Partner of Peterson Partners, and author of The 10 Laws of Trust. Joel shares some of those laws of trust and understands that organizations succeed when leaders and colleagues trust each other. Instead of worrying about micromanaging, jealousy, and office politics, teams are more creative and have a positive impact on the bottom line. In this episode, Joel shares 1. Organizational levels of trust. 2. The connection between expectations and trust. 3. The role of respectful conflict and trust. 4. How to fix a breach of trust. Additional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations: Ten Laws of Trust by Joel Peterson Condoleezza Rice: A Memoir of My Extraordinary, Ordinary Family and Me by Condaleezza Rice Churchill: Walking with Destiny by Andrew Roberts Follow Joel Peterson on: Twitter and LinkedIn Learn more about The Ten Laws of Trust. Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. Related Podcast Episodes: Change Starts Within You with Cortney McDermott. It All Matters with Paul Cummings. Leadership Character with Pat Williams.

I'm personally excited for you to hear this episode. When this first aired I personally was going through some really dark stuff...and as always happens, I found a book that spoke to me and helped me through it. I needed to change. I needed a wake up call. Maybe you do, too. I was lucky that I found Cortney's book and wondered, "Would she come on the show and talk about this?" I'm grateful that she did. Of course, the rest of the episode is a lot of fun, as always. - Joe. Our original show notes: Where do you start when planning your money? Cortney McDermott, the author of one of this year's hottest self-help and business books, joins us in the basement to talk about starting out. If you don't know what you want, how do you know where to go? Yet, most of us don't ask ourselves the right questions to even begin the journey. Plus, we'll also share headlines from the world of financial planning, throw out the Haven Life line to a lucky listener, score with some of Doug's delightful trivia, and more. Huge thanks to Roofstock (check them out for real estate) and MagnifyMoney.com (when you're comparing financial tools like credit cards and savings accounts) for helping us with today's show. They're awesome companies and if you're not using them, I'm not sure you know what you're missing!

After experiencing dissatisfaction in her life and career, Cortney climbed out from her personal rock bottom to create a world in which the success people saw on the outside was the same as the success she felt inside. In 2017, Cortney published her book, Change... The post How to Feel Fulfilled While Starting Up with Cortney McDermott – May 15 2018 appeared first on Startup Canada.

Cortney McDermott is an award-winning writer, TEDx speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders, and think tanks around the world. She writes for a number of international publications, including ‘She Owns It' and ‘HuffPost'. Her debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was selected for Inc.com's “26 Favorite Books of High Achievers” and has been featured in multiple media outlets internationally. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Cortney served as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, vice president at Sustainability Partners, professor of graduate studies for Big Ten US universities, and global associate for the renowned beCause Consortium. (She has also moonlighted as a deli waitress, secretary, and everything in between, as a way to put herself through school and life.) Cortney is a graduate of the London School of Economics and a certified cultural mediator in multiple languages. She lives with her family between the United States and Italy. Connect with Cortney: www.cortinc.com See Cortney in action HERE Cortney's Book: Change Starts Within You

Cortney McDermott is an award-winning writer, TEDx speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders, and think tanks around the world. She writes for a number of international publications, including ‘She Owns It’ and ‘HuffPost’. Her debut book, “Change Starts Within You: Unlock the Confidence to Lead with Intuition” was selected for Inc.com’s “26 Favorite Books of High Achievers” and has been featured in multiple media outlets internationally. Before turning entrepreneur, Cortney served as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, vice president at Sustainability Partners, professor of graduate studies for Big Ten US universities, and global associate for the renowned beCause Consortium. (She has also moonlighted as a deli waitress, secretary, and everything in between, as a way to put herself through school and life.) Cortney is a graduate of the London School of Economics and a certified cultural mediator in multiple languages. She lives with her family between the United States and Italy.   Cortney’s book is the perfect reading material for any mom.  It is packed full of bite sized nuggets that are thought provoking and game changing.  It is ornanized in a way that you can take in just a few bits and turn around and change your whole day or maaaybe your whole life.  I recommend it to all busy moms who don’t have time to get cozy with “chapter books”!   Listen in to hear Cortney share: The truth about (miserable) success and how to redefine success for yourself The power of sustainability – the ability to sustain yourself Why we need to unlearn and what we need to unlearn in order to see the truth and magic in our lives Why you might want to start being way more unrealistic Steps you can take today to get more dialed into your intuition     Links Connect with Cortney: www.cortinc.com  See Cortney in action HERE  Cortney’s Book: Change Starts Within You 

Cortney McDermott is author of Change Starts Within You and we spoke about STRESS! Right now in America, stress-levels are breaking records—and high-achieving millennial women make up a huge portion the burned-out bunch. According to Cortney McDermott—former executive at Vanity Fair—millennial women have become “miserably successful.”

Goals and vision are important to organizational growth and if we cannot connect with our employees do they work? Cortney McDermott, author of Change Starts Within You and former CEO, helps us understand that people come to change in a variety of ways. Leaders need to come from a place of a strong shared vision and move people to their genius. In this episode, Kevin and Cortney discuss: Miserably successful and authenticity. Change and leadership. Sustainability and problem-solving. Website: www.cortinc.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott Facebook: @cortneymcdermott Instagram: @cortneymcdermott

Segment 1: Dr. Annie McKee advises leaders around the globe, and is a Senior Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania where she teaches and is the Director of the PennCLO Executive Doctoral Program. She is a regular contributor to HBR.org and is recently the author of Management: A Focus on Leaders (Pearson/Prentice Hall 2014).Segment 2: Cortney McDermott is an award-winning writer, speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders, and think tanks around the world. Before turning entrepreneur, Cortney served as executive at Vanity Fair Corporation. She is the author of the book “Change Starts Within You”.Segment 3: Russ A. Brinson, business and employment attorney, and mediator with Sodoma Law in Charlotte, North Carolina, provides mediation, litigation and advocacy services to a wide variety of individuals and businesses. Segment 4: Seth Price is a highly-sought after marketing and Branding expert. Seth's new book is called “The Road to Recognition: The A to Z Guide to Personal Branding for Accelerating your Professional Success in the Age of Digital Media”.Segment 5: Joseph Cohen, Founder and CEO of Universe, a new mobile app for building websites right from your iPhone.Sponsored by Nextiva and Kabbage

Where do you start when planning your money? Cortney McDermott, author of one of this year's hottest self help and business books, joins us in the basement talk about starting out. If you don't know what you want, how do you know where to go? Yet, most of us don't ask ourselves the right questions to even begin the journey. Plus, we'll also share headlines from the world of financial planning, throw out the Haven Life line to a lucky listener, score with some of Doug's delightful trivia, and more. Huge thanks to Roofstock (check them out for real estate) and MagnifyMoney.com (when you're comparing financial tools like credit cards and savings accounts) for helping us with today's show. They're awesome companies and if you're not using them, I'm not sure you know what you're missing!

Today on Purse Strings Maria's Guest is an award-winning writer, speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders, and think tanks around the world Cortney McDermott. Before turning entrepreneur, Cortney served as executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, vice president at Sustainability Partners, professor of graduate studies for several Big Ten universities, and global associate for the renowned beCause Consortium. (She also moonlighted as a deli waitress, secretary, and everything in-between, as a way to put herself through school and life.) A graduate of the London School of Economics and a certified cultural mediator in multiple languages, Cortney also writes for a number of international publications, including She Owns It and HuffPost.  Together they talk about things like what tools are helpful to get focused on what we want and then get confident about pursuing your dreams, and what's the first step people should make in this process.

Cortney McDermott is an-award-winning writer, speaker, and strategist to Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurial leaders, and think tanks around the world. Before turning entrepreneur, Cortney served as executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, VP at Sustainability Partners, Professor of Graduate Studies for several Big Ten Universities, and global associate for the renowned beCause Consortium. (She also moonlighted as a deli-waitress, secretary, and everything in-between, as a way to put herself through school and life). A graduate of the London School of Economics and a certified cultural mediator in multiple languages, Cortney also writes for a number of international publications, including She Owns It and The Huffington Post. Cortney lives with her family between the United States and Italy. Tune in to hear about Cortney's book, 'Change Starts Within You,' her TedTalk and views on Sustainability as it relates to every aspects of ones life. A NOT TO BE MISSED BROADCAST! Thank you for being one of over 265K Living Fearlessly Podcast Subscribers! Most grateful to you! #Grateful #Radio #Podcasts #LivingFearlessly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here I'm having an intimate chat with Author, Speaker, and Coach, Cortney McDermott. She talks through her personal experience of being "miserably successful" and how important it is for each of us to contribute to the greater whole, in the way we were designed to.She also specifically addresses:What a sustainable life looks like?How baby-steps are what often lead us to our greatest changesHow we can identify, and then start taking, our own baby-steps towards a life that brings us joyHow we can tap into our deepest selves needsAnd how Compound Interest can be an important concept when we think about personal growth (that small bit of effort on a consistent basis adds up to a whole heap!).Cortney's book - Change Starts With You - get it here: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Starts-Within-You-Confidence/dp/0998955205/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497023369&sr=8-1&keywords=change+starts+within+youTo learn more about Cortney and her work, head over to her website: www.cortinc.comBooks Cortney mentioned in this podcast included:Sapiens - A Brief History of HumankindThe Top 5 Regrets of the DyingA Course in Miracles See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From a deli waitress who couldn't pay the bills to a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert mind-body coach, Cortney McDermott believes in human alchemy. She helps the world's leading organizations and creatives to disrupt old patterns of behavior, grow sustainable businesses, and apply the physiology and psychology needed for success. Her work in the field of self-development has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX news, and most other major business and lifestyle media. Cortney started her career as a temp secretary, rose to corporate executive, and went on to become a VP, before leaving her elite corporate jobs to start her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, Starbucks, the US Military and NASA. Considered something of a creative polymath, Cortney believes in exploring and challenging the confines of human potential and is passionate about embodying and evoking the phoenix that lives in all of us. Her next projects include fiction writing, recording a music album in L.A., and providing mind-body training to women in prison.Cortney speaks four languages, lives globally, and offers limited keynotes, workshops, and niche 1:1 coaching. To enquire about working directly with Cortney or booking her for your next event, please contact INFO@CORTINC.COM.Please share a social media link, podcast link or website. www.cortinc.com https://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/ www.linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott__________________________________We discuss real life topics, tools and tips on how to challenge and transform your thinking with no sugar added. Hope you will go on the journey with us as we grow, fail and get back up. Life is about challenges and learning how to overcome those challenges together. https://linktr.ee/Neenaperez#inspire #straighttalknosugaradded #straighttalk #transform #positivemindset #positivethinking #thinking #positive #CT #NY #speaker #challenge #women #men #mindset #influencer #influence #powerful #life #lifetopics #talkshow #talk #host #selflove #love #women #menSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy