Podcasts about misalignment

In today's episode, I'm coming in hot and pulling back the curtain on one of the most important leadership topics there is: hiring and building the right team. This conversation is happening in real time as I'm in the middle of hiring and building out a world-class team for my new IMPACT- X Performance facility here in San Diego (opening in Feb/March 2026)—and everything I'm sharing today comes straight from nearly three decades of wins, lessons, and a few hard- earned mistakes. This episode isn't just for gym owners or business leaders—it's for anyone who wants to be part of a winning culture. We're talking about energy, standards, habits, coachability, and alignment with the mission. Because culture doesn't magically appear. It's built intentionally, person by person, decision by decision. If you're hiring, leading, or looking to elevate yourself or your team to the next level, this episode will challenge you to raise the bar—and protect it. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The 5 GREEN FLAGS I look for when hiring (in any industry): 1. Energy before experience—because energy is contagious. 2. Coachability over credentials. 3. Alignment with the mission and values. 4. Personal discipline and daily habits. 5. A team-first, no-ego mindset. Likewise, I will discuss the 5 "RED FLAGS" that stop a hire cold: 1. Ego over IMPACT. 2. Entitlement before accountability. 3. Negativity, blame, and victim language. 4. Resistance to standards and systems. 5. Misalignment with values and purpose. Additionally, I will discuss: Why culture is built on Day One, not later. The real cost of ignoring red flags when hiring. Why people don't just join gyms or businesses—they join people. A powerful gut-check question every leader and team member must ask. At the end of the day, great workouts, great products, and great ideas aren't enough. People matter most. The energy at the front desk, the standards behind the scenes, and the heart of the team all determine whether you build something average—or something that truly changes lives and is world-class. And if you are like me, you want to be associated with 'WORLD- CLASS.' So here's the challenge: if you're a leader, where have you ignored red flags? And if you're a coach, trainer, or professional, take a hard look in the mirror—would you hire you? Are you consistently bringing energy? Are you coachable? Are you living the discipline you expect from others? Build the team right. Protect the culture. Lead with standards and heart. That's how you create something that lasts—and that's how you go create impact. I hope you enjoyed today's episode. If it fired you up to create more IMPACT—please do me a favor and do 1 (or all 3) of the following things: 1. Please forward this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member whom it might benefit. 2. If you have a newsletter or put out emails to your Community, please consider putting a link to this episode if it would serve them also. 3. Please screenshot this episode, share it to your IG stories or on your Facebook, and tag me at IG: @ToddDurkin | FB: @ToddDurkinIXP To RECEIVE the latest updates, announcements, specials, and all the happenings around IMPACT-X Performance, you can opt-in at www.impactXsandiego.com. **** JOBS AVAILABLE Now at IMPACT-X Performance (SAN DIEGO)!! (If you apply for any of the positions, please share in the Subject Line what role you are applying to): Personal Trainer/Coach Positions. While we are not opening until February 2026, we are currently accepting applications as we prepare to Build a World-Class Team of Trainers starting in January 2026. If you are trainer/S&C coach who is looking for a great opportunity to change lives in San Diego, CA, now is your opportunity to be part of our team. I will be personally leading this group of coaches who will serve in both personal training AND large-group training roles. More Details / Apply Now Here! Stretch Therapists. We will have our signature hands-on "IMPACT Stretch Flow" sessions complimenting our training & recovery services. If you are already certified in FST or other stretch therapy (or you're a coach who wants to learn hands-on manual stretching of our clients/members), APPLY TODAY Massage Therapists. Massage therapy has been part of my fitness offerings since Day 1 over 25-years ago. And it's only MORE important now. We WILL have incredible Massage Therapy available at IXP-San Diego and we are exciting to share the power of touch. APPLY TODAY Directors of First Impressions. We love our "Directors of First Impressions" as they play a crucial role in setting the culture and offering extreme positivity, encouragement, and support to our clients/members. If you feel you could be a great addition to our San Diego location, please apply. APPLY TODAY Visit this page to get all the information or to APPLY today… HERE!

Former litigator David Sazant spent years bouncing between practice areas, convinced that if he just worked hard enough and found the right fit, everything would click into place. He moved from insurance defense to construction and commercial litigation, dealing with persistent imposter syndrome the entire time. But the problem wasn't the type of law he practiced—it was that litigation fundamentally contradicted his core values of authenticity and meaningful connection. In this conversation, David shares the moment he realized he needed to leave law entirely, how a single question from a career coach clarified his path forward, and what it was really like to go back to grad school to become a therapist. He also explains why understanding your values is critical for career satisfaction and how acting against those values can lead to anxiety, depression, and declining self-esteem.See show notes at formerlawyer.com/246

Burnout isn't about working too many hours. And imposter syndrome isn't a confidence problem. In this episode, I sit down with Garrett Wood, clinical hypnotherapist, executive functioning specialist, and founder of Gnosis Therapy, to unpack what's really happening beneath burnout, high masking, and the boom-and-bust cycle so many high achievers are stuck in. Garrett works with executives, founders, and entrepreneurs who want high performance without sacrificing their health, relationships, or peace of mind. His work is rooted in biopsychosocial science and nervous-system-first performance, helping leaders build success through their well-being—not at its expense. Together, we explore imposter syndrome, nervous system debt, misalignment, and why traditional fixes like mindset work, balance, or self-care often don't stick. This conversation offers a radically different—and deeply validating—lens on burnout and sustainable success. What You'll Learn in This Episode 1. Burnout Is Nervous System Debt (Not Weakness) Burnout happens when stress, pressure, and constant masking outweigh recovery and regulation. Your body has a bio-budget, and when withdrawals exceed deposits, burnout becomes inevitable—no matter how "resilient" you are. 2. Why Imposter Syndrome Persists for High Achievers Garrett explains why imposter syndrome often shows up in capable, high-performing people—and how it's tied to nervous system overload, attachment patterns, and identity pressure rather than lack of skill or experience. 3. The Power of Integration: Subconscious, Conscious & Somatic Lasting change doesn't come from mindset alone. Garrett's work integrates: Subconscious (clinical hypnotherapy) Conscious (outcome-based coaching) Somatic (body-based regulation) This is why change holds—even under pressure. 4. Burnout as Misalignment, Not Fragility People don't burn out because they're fragile. They burn out when there's a mismatch between their biology, beliefs, and environment. You can thrive at 80 hours or break at 40—alignment makes the difference. 5. The 7 Drivers of Sustainable Success Garrett walks through the seven areas that determine whether success feels energizing or depleting: Sensory intelligence Bio-budgets (energy, sleep, recovery) Emotional regulation Core beliefs Attachment patterns Values alignment Executive functioning strengths Burnout always lives in the gap between nervous system needs and environment across these dimensions. 6. Why "Balance" and Self-Care Don't Fix Burnout Many high achievers try downtime, vacations, boundaries, or mindset work—and still feel stuck. We talk about why these tools fail when they're not paired with nervous system calibration and identity alignment—and how recovery needs to be systematic, not accidental. Key Takeaways Burnout is nervous system debt, not personal failure Imposter syndrome is often physiological, not psychological Sustainable success is built through well-being, not sacrifice Alignment matters more than hours worked High performance can feel lighter, calmer, and more fulfilling Connect with Garrett Wood Website: https://www.gnosistherapy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gnosistherapy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gnosistherapy/

In this episode, Anna explores the uncomfortable reality that hitting big goals doesn't always bring the fulfillment we expect. She shares candid stories about giving keynotes that didn't feel authentic, how borrowing others' "success frameworks" shook her nervous system, and why tying worth to achievement leads to restlessness and anxiety. The conversation centers on reclaiming authenticity, listening to the body's signals, and examining whether our goals are truly ours or shaped by others' expectations.   Key Points:  Success can feel empty even when goals are met Fulfillment is not guaranteed by achievement Self-worth must be separate from results Constant "next level" chasing is exhausting Using others' frameworks can dilute authenticity A keynote based on someone else's style "did not land" Misalignment can trigger nervous system distress Panic and anxiety amplified by inauthentic success Take advice, but don't abandon your own blueprint Other people's goals can reshape your original vision Reflect on whether a goal was truly yours Ask what feeling you hoped the goal would create The body's signals are important data, not a flaw Misaligned success is an invitation to deeper self-inquiry True success is rooted in purpose, not ego or validation Connect with Anna: Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com Instagram: @happywholeyou Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie Facebook: Happy Whole You LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank Venmo: @happywholeyou

This episode is the audio replay of a previous livestream by Dr. Asanee Brogan. In this discussion, she explores how shadow work is understood within the Ifá tradition through the lens of Ori misalignment. The episode examines why people can be deeply self-aware yet struggle with consistency, discipline, and repeated life patterns, and how inner conflict signals misalignment rather than confusion.Listeners will gain insight into how Ifá approaches correction, responsibility, and alignment with destiny, as well as how traditional practices address the underlying causes of recurring internal and external challenges. This episode is for those seeking a grounded explanation of shadow work that centers on Ori, character, and sustained alignment.

Episode Summary In this opening episode of the Awakening Series, Dr Diane explores a form of burnout that often goes unnoticed—and unspoken: quiet burnout. This is the burnout that appears when you've outgrown your role, but continue to stay by reasoning away the internal discomfort. This episode is for clinicians and health professionals who have known—sometimes for years—that their work no longer reflects who they've become, yet remain in place out of logic, obligation, fear, or responsibility. Rather than dramatic dissatisfaction, quiet burnout shows up as a subtle misalignment between your inner evolution and your external work. And in 2026, that misalignment can no longer be ignored. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What quiet burnout really is—and why it's so common among high-achieving health professionals How rationality can slowly silence intuition The subtle signs that you're no longer aligned with your work (even if nothing is “wrong”) Why ignoring intuition doesn't remove discomfort—it compounds it The long-term cost of staying misaligned, including regret, numbness, and loss of self-trust Why fear often disguises itself as logic (“Now isn't the right time,” “I need more clarity”) Gentle antidotes to fear and uncertainty—without quitting, burning bridges, or making impulsive moves Why 2026 represents a turning point for honoring your inner truth Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially relevant if you are: A health professional who feels disengaged despite career stability Clinically successful but internally unfulfilled Staying in your role because it feels “responsible,” not resonant Over-functioning while emotionally under-nourished Questioning whether dissatisfaction means failure—or something deeper If you've been telling yourself “I should be grateful” while quietly feeling restless or disconnected, this conversation is for you. Key Themes Explored Quiet Burnout vs. Traditional Burnout This episode reframes burnout not as weakness or lack of resilience, but as a signal of growth. Quiet burnout doesn't mean you can't cope—it means your work no longer fits who you are becoming. Misalignment as a Signal, Not a Flaw Feeling unfulfilled doesn't mean something is wrong with you. It often means your values, strengths, and aspirations have evolved beyond your current environment. The Cost of Ignoring Intuition When intuition is repeatedly overridden, professionals don't lose skill—they lose trust in themselves. This episode explores how self-doubt is often the real consequence of staying misaligned. Fear Disguised as Logic Many professionals stay stuck not because they lack courage, but because fear sounds sensible. This episode unpacks common fear-based narratives that delay change. A Reflection Question to Sit With If nothing had to change immediately—and fear wasn't running the conversation—what is your intuition quietly asking for? You don't need to answer this today. But you do need to stop ignoring it What's Coming Next in the Awakening Series In Episode 2, we explore a powerful reframe: “What If You're Not Broken—You're Just Out of Alignment?” Many clinicians mistake exhaustion for personal failure, when it's actually a call for change. The next episode offers compassion, clarity, and relief—especially if you've been trying to fix yourself instead of questioning the environment you're in. Final Note from Dr Diane Quiet burnout isn't a failure of resilience. It's a signal of growth. And growth always asks to be acknowledged. If this episode resonated, consider following the podcast or sharing it with a colleague who might be quietly carrying the same questions. You're not behind. You're awakening.

Book a FREE functional health discovery call HERE. Have you ever struggled to explain it, but you just know something feels off? You're functioning. You're showing up. You're doing what needs to be done. And yet, beneath the surface, there's a quiet heaviness, fatigue, irritability, or restlessness that won't fully settle. In this episode, I talk about why that feeling isn't failure — it's information. Through a faith-centered and functional wellness lens, we explore how misalignment shows up spiritually, emotionally, and physically, especially for midlife women who lead, care deeply, and carry a lot of responsibility. In this episode, I share: Why misalignment is often subtle and builds slowly over time How Scripture affirms the importance of paying attention to what's happening inside us What spiritual misalignment looks like (and why it's not a lack of faith) How emotional over-responsibility contributes to exhaustion and resentment Why the body often speaks before the mind catches up How chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation show up physically Why midlife amplifies feelings of being “off” How misalignment is an invitation from God, not an accusation Gentle reflection questions to help you discern where realignment may be needed This episode is for women who are tired of pushing through and ready to listen — to their bodies, their hearts, and God's gentle guidance. Misalignment isn't a failure. It's often the beginning of wisdom. I hope this episode blesses you! Xoxo, Tanya Episode Resources: Episode Catalog   My trusted Supplement Dispensary: Aligned Vitality Fullscript Dispensary My trusted Telehealth Peptide Provider:  EllieMD_Tanya Engesether *I do get a small commission when you use one of the above affiliate links. 3 Ways To Connect With Me: 1️⃣COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Book a FREE discovery call with me to find out more about functional health coaching. It's the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/coaching   2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/community   3️⃣ CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/contact   "Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they're meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!"    If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don't forget to follow the show so you don't miss any episodes! And, if you're feeling really generous, I'd be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.   Click here to view our privacy policy.   Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.  It is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizPushing through stress works… until it doesn't.Chronic stress doesn't always show up as burnout right away. More often, it surfaces quietly through things like physical symptoms, emotional exhaustion, and a slow erosion of joy. This episode centers on how living out of alignment impacts the nervous system, the body, and long-term wellbeing, especially for high-functioning, purpose-driven people.A real world story illustrates how mental and emotional strain can accumulate beneath the surface, eventually manifesting as physical consequences that can no longer be ignored. The pattern is familiar: years of “shoulds,” pushing, and over-leveraging… followed by a moment when the body draws a hard line.This conversation is especially relevant for anyone interested in nervous system regulation, mind-body medicine, integrative health, or understanding how unresolved stress and trauma affect the body over time. Alignment isn't about perfection. It's about honesty, awareness, and choosing a path that supports both health and life.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[04:52] The hidden cost of living by “shoulds” instead of what actually feels aligned[09:14] What happens when stress and misalignment start showing up in the body[12:01] The moment making money quietly replaces fulfillment without you noticing[17:08] What changes when you stop outsourcing your intuition to experts and templates[21:36] The slow erosion of confidence that comes from not trusting yourself[27:45] The role identity confusion plays in burnout, anxiety, and feeling stuck[34:12] What real self-honesty looks like before alignment can return[39:58] Why surface-level mindset work can't resolve deeper misalignment[46:41] The warning signs of unhealthy power dynamics with coaches or gurus[52:14] The skill of taking advice without giving away your authorityFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

You might have a career that once felt clear, successful, and exactly right—until one day it suddenly doesn't. Hayley Lowe reveals how she recognized the signs her once-linear career no longer fit, and outlines the mindset shifts, experimentation, and clarity that led her to a role that aligns with her strengths and season of life.   What you'll learn What it looks like to negotiate a role based on alignment, not job titles How Hayley used reflection and experimentation to rediscover her strengths How major life changes can reshape what you need from your career How to recognize early signs that a role isn't the right fit Why quitting without another job can be a strategic move   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Changing Careers (When You Don't Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)  

Send us a textEpisode OverviewIn this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer delivers a powerful solo message on what it truly takes to become the best version of yourself in 2026. Drawing from a decade of personal growth, leadership, and faith-driven refinement, Justin challenges the idea that transformation comes from doing more—and instead reveals why lasting change comes from doing the right things. He unpacks the difference between survival and identity, exposing why most people don't lack ambition or goals, but alignment, capacity, and character. This episode serves as a wake-up call to stop outsourcing responsibility and start intentionally becoming who you were created to be.Episode Highlights● Radical Ownership: Ownership isn't blame or shame—it's truth without defense. Transformation begins the moment you fully own your rhythms, decisions, and patterns. ● Relief vs. Change: Most people don't actually want transformation; they want relief. Ownership forces you to confront what your life is revealing about you. ● Obsessive Obedience: Growth requires radical obedience to both God and wise mentorship. Stillness, listening, and accountability unlock direction and clarity. ● The Power of Alignment: Alignment occurs when values, behaviors, schedule, and body are no longer at war with each other. Alignment must come before assignment. ● Character Before Calling: God won't bless what your character can't sustain. Capacity is built through intentional obedience and alignment over time.Action Steps● Ask yourself: “Am I becoming who I'm called to be—or just getting better at surviving?” ● Practice radical ownership by identifying one daily pattern that's working against the future version of you. ● Create stillness each day—five minutes of silence to listen before you act. ● Identify a mentor who is aligned in values, ahead of you in growth, and willing to hold you accountable. ● Audit your calendar: does it reflect what you say matters most? ● Before saying yes, ask: “Does this decision support the future version of me?” ● Choose alignment over speed—clarity, peace, and power follow obedience.Chapters00:00 Introduction — Becoming the Best Version of You in 2026 01:30 Survival vs. Identity 03:00 Why Information Doesn't Create Transformation 04:45 Radical Ownership Defined 06:00 Patterns, Responsibility, and Personal Power 07:45 The Dangerous Prayer for Character 09:15 Obsessive Obedience Explained 11:00 Stillness, Listening, and God's Direction 12:45 The Role of Mentorship and Accountability 14:30 Alignment Before Assignment 16:15 Values, Calendars, and Contradictions 18:00 Misalignment, Fatigue, and Compromise 19:45 Asking Better Questions Through Alignment 21:30 The Cost—and Reward—of Alignment 23:30 Ownership, Obedience, and Alignment in Practice 25:00 Closing Challenge — Choosing Who You're Becoming===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Own It Show HERE:➡︎ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@justinroethlingshoefer➡︎ Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3KCyN3j➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3F58Ez4lbIKQ6kMu2pfpIG===========================Resources:⚡️CHECK OUR PROGRAMS: https://ownitcoaching.com/programs/⚡️BOOK: https://thepowerofownershipbook.com/=========================== Connect with Justin Roethlingshoefer on Social Media:➡︎ linkedin.com/in/justin-roethlingshoefer➡︎https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth/?hl=en

Summary:In this conversation, Deja White, an AI strategist and workforce innovation architect, discusses the complexities of career evolution, particularly for tech professionals. The dialogue explores themes of identity, misalignment, and the impact of comparison in the workplace. Deja emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own career confusion as a design problem rather than a lack of motivation. The conversation also highlights the role of AI in supporting career clarity and the need for personalized guidance in navigating career paths. Deja shares her insights on micro-pivots, experimentation, and the significance of work-life integration in personal growth.Takeaways:Career confusion is often about identity, not skills.Journaling can reveal patterns in career aspirations.Misalignment can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction.Comparison can amplify feelings of inadequacy.AI should be used as a tool for exploration, not a crutch.Small, medium, and large versions of goals can help in career pivots.People often overlook their shadow work and passions.Networking and community engagement are crucial for growth.Guidance should be personalized and identity-centered.Work-life integration is essential for personal fulfillment.Sound Bites:"People normally just don't know how.""Comparison makes it feel like it's at 100.""You can break some rules in this life."#career #evolution #AI #identity #misalignment #comparison #micro #pivots #experimentation #guidance #worklife #integration #personalgrowth #growth

You've prayed.You've waited.You've hoped God would change the pattern.But what if waiting isn't the problem?In this episode, Coach Vee breaks down why misalignment—not timing—is often the real reason love hasn't shifted, even for faithful, self-aware Christian women. This is a teaching-heavy, truth-forward conversation that challenges surface-level self-love and digs into how loving yourself first actually changes the men you attract.You'll learn:Why prayer alone doesn't dismantle dating patternsHow unhealed familiarity disguises itself as chemistryWhat self-love really looks like beyond affirmations and routinesHow emotional regulation and discernment protect your heartWhy awakening love too soon leads to confusion and heartbreakWhat Scripture teaches about desire, discipline, and alignmentUsing the often-misunderstood example of the Shulamite woman from Song of Solomon, this episode explores how desire without discernment creates damage—and how aligned women steward their hearts differently.This is not about blaming yourself.It's about becoming honest enough to choose differently.If you're tired of repeating the same emotional story with different men—and you're ready to reset how you date, discern, and show up—this episode will meet you right where you are.

What if the real growth problem isn't strategy… but misalignment? In this episode, Frankie Russo, the Founder of The Growth Co and bestselling author of "Breaking Why",  breaks down what it takes to create growth that compounds—without relying on charisma, hustle, or a one-time "big moment" on stage. Frankie makes a clean distinction: a book is a platform, not the mission. Thought leadership is the movement behind the platforms—and the work is designing ideas that change behavior and drive measurable outcomes. A core idea he returns to is stakeholder-first growth. Customers, colleagues, and community aren't "nice-to-haves." They're the scoreboard. Frankie argues that great companies rise or fall based on one thing: how radically aligned they are to delivering their "collective genius" to those stakeholders. Then he gets tactical about scale. Keynotes can jolt people awake—an inflection point that "shakes them out of the trance." But the keynote is only the tip of the spear. The real lever is what happens after: systems people can use every day. Frankie walks through his Growth Operating System using a simple visual: an infinity loop built to replace the "stagnation spiral." Denial. Status quo. Silos. Rigid processes. Disengagement. His point is blunt: if growth isn't operationalized, it decays—so the work is building an engine for continuous inflection points, not a single heroic turnaround. And he's candid about the craft of thought leadership delivery. The hardest part of a great keynote isn't what you include. It's what you cut—so you can land the right ideas, in the right dose, and drive adoption after the applause. Three Key Takeaways: • A keynote is the spark, not the solution. The talk can create an inflection point, but the value comes from what you operationalize afterward—tools, habits, and routines people can actually use day-to-day. • Stakeholder-first alignment drives scalable growth. Frankie keeps coming back to aligning the organization's "collective genius" around delivering outcomes for stakeholders (customers, team, community). Misalignment is what creates drag and stalls momentum. • If growth isn't systemized, it decays. His "infinity loop" / Growth Operating System idea is about replacing the stagnation spiral (silos, rigid processes, disengagement) with a repeatable engine for continuous improvement and ongoing inflection points. If Frankie Russo's message hit home—growth needs an operating system, not a motivational moment—your next listen is "Creating Alignment Between Marketing and Sales" with Winston Henderson. It's the same fight against silos, just aimed at the part of the business where misalignment quietly kills revenue: the handoff between marketing and sales. Listen to Winston right after this episode and you'll connect the dots between alignment as a leadership principle and alignment as a revenue discipline. Frankie gives you the "why" and the operating rhythm for sustainable growth. Winston gives you the "how" to make that rhythm real across teams—shared language, shared priorities, and shared measures—so your thought leadership doesn't just inspire… it converts.

Today's conversation is for every woman who's stepping into 2026 wanting things to be different, but doesn't want another year of striving, pushing, or burning out by March. If you're a purpose-driven woman who loves God, loves people, and wants to live aligned with Heaven's design… this episode is going to speak deeply to you.In This Episode, You'll Discover:

Let me know your thoughts on the show and what topic you would like me to discuss next.2025 didn't break you—it revealed you.In this powerful year-end solo episode of The Revolutionary Man Podcast, Alain Dumonceaux closes out the year with an honest reckoning for men who started strong, faced pressure, and were forced to confront who they really are.This episode isn't about perfection or finishing the journey. It's about ownership, alignment, and the quiet transformation that happens when a man stops avoiding the truth and starts leading himself with integrity.You'll hear:Why misalignment always demands payment—and how 2025 collectedHow pressure exposes the cracks men try to hideThe real turning point where ownership replaces excusesWhat it actually means to become a stronger man without pretending you're finishedHow pain, when faced honestly, becomes purposeIf this year challenged your marriage, your business, your body, or your sense of direction—this episode will help you close the year grounded, clear, and ready for what's next.

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If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizWhat if the heavy cloud you're dragging around is actually your next lesson trying to get your attention?In this episode, I'm getting real about the funk I've been in for the last few months and what it's taught me about these intense transition periods. I've been moving through a season of irritability, misalignment, and low energy while still holding an inner knowing that something good is on the other side. Reflection and curiosity helped me start asking what I can learn here, what needs to be seen, and why certain patterns keep repeating.What shifts when you move from “why is this happening to me” into “how is this happening for me,” even when fear and frustration are loud? You'll see why you can't muscle through these seasons alone and how having a trusted team around you can hold space, reflect truth, and remind you you're not the only one feeling this way. You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[02:44] Why emotional fog can signal a new layer of growth[05:21] What happens when curiosity replaces self-judgment[08:56] How to see the lesson behind repeating patterns[12:38] Why shifting to “for me, not to me” changes everything[16:47] What opens when you name fear without shame[19:33] How approaching discomfort with love and grace softens resistance[23:12] The reason you can't integrate shadow work alone[27:55] What support from the right people makes possible[31:18] How allowing others to hold space moves healing forwardFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Hegedus, Certified Financial Planner and founding partner of PWM Private Wealth Counsel, for a practical conversation about how to align vision with siblings and/or spouses when there's lots of disagreement. Kevin brings years of experience helping farm owners and families sort through the financial intricacies and reach retirement confidently. Together, we explore misalignment between spouses' vision for retirement and transition timing, and the value of early planning and using tools for transition. We discuss the 3 key farm transition snapshot points; the difference between equal vs. fair inheritance; and the importance of family meetings, celebrations, and communication. Kevin also brings valuable insight into contingency planning and long-term care for aging farmers. If you or someone you know is struggling to find alignment with their farm spouse or siblings, this episode is for you. "It boils down to having those early [planning] conversations. None of us are going to be here forever, so how do we make sure that what we worked so hard for transfers to the next generation properly." - Kevin Hegedus, PWM Private Wealth Counsel Resources Mentioned During This Episode PWM Private Wealth website: https://www.pwmprivatewealth.com financial planning, retirement, and succession resources Money Sense Radio Show: https://www.pwmprivatewealth.com/radio weekly insights on planning, tax, and retirement About Our Guest Kevin Hegedus is the Founder and Managing Partner of PWM Private Wealth Counsel in Saskatchewan. A Certified Financial Planner and Registered Portfolio Manager, Kevin has more than 25 years of experience guiding families, business owners, and farm operators through complex financial decisions. He specializes in connecting investment, tax, and estate planning strategies to help clients achieve clarity and confidence. Kevin is also the long-time host of the Money Sense radio show and a regular speaker on topics such as retirement income planning, succession, and intergenerational wealth. Contact Kevin Visit PWM Private Wealth Counsel's Website Follow Kevin on LinkedIn Elaine Froese Resources: Watch this episode on YouTube. Visit the podcast website SPEAKING - book Elaine for your next event COACHING - explore Farm Transition Coaching MEMBERSHIP - become a Farm Family Transition Member FREE STUFF - downloadable tools for your farm transition CONTACT - take the next steps in your transition BURNING QUESTION? Submit it here Farm Family Coach Social Media Links Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X YouTube TikTok Timestamps 0:00:36 — Introduction & purpose of the podcast (alignment in farm family vision). 0:03:18 — Identity and challenges of farm business owners. 0:04:26 — Misalignment between spouses' vision for retirement and transition timing. 0:06:57 — Three key farm transition snapshot points: income streams, housing, fairness. 0:08:36 — Scenarios for retiree income and transition, selling equipment, rental of land. 0:12:58 — Financial transparency, farm women, and discovering hidden wealth. 0:13:49 — Managing sibling disagreement and succession, splitting the farm. 0:16:53 — Equal vs. fair inheritance, the role of insurance for fairness. 0:19:01 — The value of early planning and tools for transition. 0:21:26 — Building personal wealth, tax-free savings, and retirement income. 0:23:22 — Fee structure for financial advisors and value proposition. 0:25:08 — Historical reasons for tax avoidance mentality in farming. 0:27:25 — Income-splitting, tax strategies for retirement, the importance of financial planning. 0:29:57 — Income challenges for the next generation of farmers, debt options. 0:32:05 — Open family discussions for smoother transition and succession. 0:34:18 — The importance of family meetings, celebrations, and communication. 0:35:33 — Contingency planning for aging farmers and long-term care. 0:36:39 — Advocating for women's roles in planning and independence. 0:37:53 — The "poison pill" in farm succession and legal protections. 0:39:43 — Final advice: have open conversations about future planning, income, and fairness.

In this episode of ScaleUp Radio Shorts, Kevin Brent and Granger Forson unpack the remarkable ScaleUp journey of Dr. Mark Kotter, a neurosurgeon, stem cell biologist, and founder of Bit Bio, a deep-tech biotech company that's raised over $200 million and scaled to 200+ people. It's a story that starts with clinical frustration and leads to a cutting-edge company using AI to literally reprogram cells. But beyond the science lies a business story that any entrepreneur can learn from, full of lessons on leadership, values, team alignment, and the bumpy road of scale.  

There comes a moment — sometimes quiet, sometimes painfully loud — when something in your life that once felt effortless begins to feel heavy. Maybe it's the sinking feeling as Sunday night arrives, the subtle dread before opening your laptop, or the growing awareness that you no longer feel like yourself. In today's episode, Janet explores these moments not as inconveniences, but as invitations, signals from within that something in your life is no longer aligned with who you are becoming.This conversation is about the real, grounded work of letting go. Not the inspirational-quote version, but the soul-level honesty it takes to admit when a job, relationship, role, or identity no longer fits. You'll also hear practical, compassionate guidance for navigating change when you have real responsibilities and can't simply walk away overnight.In this episode:✅ How misalignment first appears in subtle emotional or physical signals✅ The quiet internal process of letting go before any external change occurs✅ How to create a grounded, realistic runway for change✅ Why strengthening your financial foundation is essential for meaningful freedom✅ The importance of boundaries, support systems, and honest self-reflection✅ Key questions to help you uncover what your deeper self is trying to tell youResources:Questions for reflection:Where in my life am I misaligned, but I'm forcing myself to stay? What part of me is asking for growth?What physical or emotional signals have I been ignoring? What am I afraid will happen if I leave? What am I afraid will happen if I stay? If nothing changed in the next year, how would I feel? What would I choose if fear wasn't making the decision?About Janet Ioli:Janet Ioli is a globally recognized executive advisor, coach, and leadership expert with over 25 years of experience developing leaders in Fortune 100 companies and global organizations.She created The Inner Edge—a framework, a movement, and a message that flips leadership from mere success performance to presence; from ego to soul. Through her keynotes, podcast, and programs, Janet helps high-achievers find the one thing that changes everything: the mastery within.Her approach redefines leadership presence—not as polish or tactics, but as the inner steadiness people feel from you and the positive imprint you leave on individuals and organizations.Chapters00:00:00 Discovering Early Misalignment00:05:53 Understanding Workplace Disconnection 00:11:10 Beginning Inner Letting Go00:15:03 Creating a Grounded Path ForwardConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @leadershipcoachjanetIf you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days, check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

Transformation Tip:” Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive." - Howard Thurman Concept(s)Misalignment is a more significant factor contributing to burnout than overwork.There's a need for self-awareness so you can identify where you'd fit.Are some people just lucky? Alignment In the next episodes, we'll give you the framework to help you gain clarity, and then wrap it up!Transformation Application: Think about 2-3 pivotal moments where you came alive. Write them down. Connect On Social: Podcast Facebook Page Steve Facebook Steve Instagram Steve LinkedIn Pete Facebook Pete Instagram Pete LinkedIn

Sterile Processing Departments (SPDs) remain the backbone of safe surgical care, yet across the country, they're still routinely left out of early decision-making around products, construction, staffing, and case planning. As hospitals juggle tighter margins, higher patient acuity, and growing procedural demands, the consequences of excluding SPD voices become unmistakably real—showing up in daily workloads, rising stress, and risks to patient care. Misalignment between SPD and the OR has already led to inefficiencies, delays, and even high-dollar liability cases in recent years.How can healthcare organizations ensure SPD teams finally get the visibility, influence, and collaboration they need to support safer, more efficient surgical operations?That question sits at the center of this episode of ConCensis. Host Daniel Litwin, the Voice of B2B at MarketScale, speaks with healthcare writer and journalist Kara L. Nadeau to explore her recent reporting on why hospital leaders must give SPDs a meaningful seat at the table. Their discussion explores the root causes of SPD invisibility, the organizational risks of ignoring their expertise, and the practical steps hospitals can begin taking today to close communication gaps across departments.Top insights from the talk…Where SPDs are excluded—and why it matters: From supply chain purchasing to construction planning to surgical case scheduling, Nadeau details the systemic blind spots that keep SPDs out of essential conversations, often until it's too late.The role of data in SPD advocacy: SPD professionals widely report lacking the analytics needed to justify staffing, equipment upgrades, workflow changes, or operational needs to leadership—a gap that directly impacts patient safety and efficiency.How hospitals can build cross-department champions: Nadeau highlights examples of organizations where perioperative leaders, infection prevention teams, and executives proactively champion SPD involvement—and how simple actions, like executive walkthroughs, can transform understanding overnight.Kara L. Nadeau is a veteran healthcare writer and journalist with more than 20 years of experience translating complex clinical, operational, and financial topics into clear, impactful content for the healthcare industry. She serves as a senior contributing editor for Healthcare Purchasing News and Medical Laboratory Observer, specializing in sterile processing, supply chain, perioperative services, and clinical laboratory trends. As founder of KLN Communications, she partners with healthcare organizations—from medical device companies to health systems—to produce research-driven thought leadership, case studies, and executive-level storytelling.

Episode Summary: Culture misalignment is one of the most overlooked threats to organizational performance. In this episode, we explore how a disconnect between your values and day-to-day practices can quietly undermine productivity, engagement, and overall well-being. Drawing on "Workplace Culture" by Michael D. Levitt, we identify the most common early warning signs of misalignment and share practical strategies to course-correct before it becomes a crisis.

On paper, Anna Scaife's business Anna Lou of London looked unstoppable — multi–seven-figure turnover, dream stockists like Selfridges and Harvey Nichols, celebrity customers, even a Carnaby Street shop. But behind the scenes, the numbers were quietly telling a very different story.With thanks to this episode's sponsor Faire (https://faire.com/) Use the code 'GamePlan25' to claim 50% off and free shipping with your first order!Hi, I'm Catherine Erdly. This week on the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I'm digging into the real retail profit vs turnover conversation.What happens when the visibility shoots up, the orders explode, but the margins… don't?Anna shares how she scaled too fast, drowned in stock, tried to please every buyer, and chased the kind of “success” that looks incredible on Instagram — but nearly cost her the entire business.We talk about the ego hits, the financial shocks, the burnout, and the moment she finally rebuilt everything from a place of alignment, clarity and actual profit.If you've ever felt the pressure to keep growing, keep adding more, keep saying yes — even when it's draining your cashflow — this one's going to land. Hard.We cover:– Why high turnover means nothing without margin– How stockists can destroy cashflow without you noticing– When “busy” becomes a red flag– The emotional cost of maintaining the illusion of success– Rebuilding with a made-to-order model– Why alignment and nervous system regulation matter more than people admit– What sustainable retail growth really looks likeThis is the story behind the story.And it's one every product founder needs to hear.Timestamped summary00:00 "Anna's Untold Business Struggles"04:23 "Pivoting to Sustainable Simplicity"06:29 "Misalignment and Rediscovering Purpose"09:45 "Wholesaling: Shuffling Stock Globally"16:03 "Staying Aligned in Business"19:32 "Intentional Business Growth Insights"Enjoy the episode? DM me your lightbulb moments or next guest wish list @resilientretailclub on Instagram. Please rate, follow, and review this podcast in your app—it helps more indie founders decide to give us a try!Mentioned in this episode:Faire 50% offerUse the code GamePlan25 to get 50% off and free shipping with your first order at faire.comFaire 50% off - use code 'GamePlan25'

Unlock the secret to life-changing self-discovery in the latest episode of the DYL Podcast! Join Adam Gragg in Episode 181 as he reveals the three powerful questions that can ignite your mindset, supercharge your confidence, and shatter the harmful beliefs holding you back.Ready to rewrite your story? Adam Gragg will teach you how to ask yourself the questions that the brain simply can't ignore. This will begin opening doors to personal clarity, bold vision, and deep-rooted self-truth. Whether you're craving better relationships, unstoppable confidence, or freedom from self-doubt, this episode will give you the tools to step into your most courageous self.Don't just listen—take action! Tune in now and discover how one small question can spark your greatest transformation. Your legacy starts today!The human brain responds uniquely to questions. Discover how effective "self questioning" can lead to significant "mindset shifts" and foster incredible "personal growth". This video offers practical "life advice" for "self improvement" by using your brain's natural tendencies.RESOURCES:Shatterproof Yourself LITE - *FREE* Mini Coursehttps://courses.decideyourlegacy.com/offers/v6qBFVLU/checkout3 Foolproof Ways To Motivate Your Team: 3 Areas to Focus on as a Leaderhttps://decideyourlegacy.com/how-to-create-positive-productive-workplace/7 Benefits of Being Courageoushttps://decideyourlegacy.com/7-unexpected-benefits-to-facing-your-fears/4 Ways You're Demotivating Your Team: And What You Can Do About Each Onehttps://decideyourlegacy.com/5-things-that-make-work-suck/10 Ways to Encourage People: How to Break The Invalidation Tendencyhttps://decideyourlegacy.com/one-big-relationship-mistake-most-people-make/How to Make Good Decisions: 14 Tools for Making Tough Life Choiceshttps://decideyourlegacy.com/make-good-decisions-part-1/CHAPTERS:00:00 "Leadership Through Reflection & Gratitude"04:21 "Imagining Unlimited Self-Confidence"07:26 "Defining Actions for Progress"11:47 "Transform Through Truth and Action"Live the life today you want to be remembered for. Decide your legacy—nobody else.#SelfGrowth #Mindset #Coaching #PersonalDevelopment #decideyourlegacy Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Get free marketing videos from Don every week at WeeklySoundbite.com   A confused team can't sell a clear product. Period. If your executive team can't clearly articulate your mission, you're already losing ground. You think you've cast a vision, but no one's catching it. Instead, you're running a business with a fractured identity where every department is chasing a different goal, and your customers are left scratching their heads. Misalignment is more than just a leadership issue. It's a revenue problem. So before you fix your marketing, fix your mission. But how do you align your people around one clear idea?   In this episode, Donald and Kyle welcome StoryBrand Certified Guide Kenny Jahng for a powerful conversation on how businesses lose clarity and how to get it back. Kenny shares a practical leadership exercise that reveals whether your team is truly aligned and reveals the secret to reigniting passion across your organization. You'll also hear real-life examples of how clarity in messaging has cut sales cycles in half and restored direction for struggling teams. Tune in and learn how to stop diluting your message and start winning with clarity.   Hire Kenny to perfect your nonprofit's messaging at Big Click Syndicate.   --     Click HERE to get in-person help creating your marketing at the next available StoryBrand Your Business LIVE event!   Click HERE to find a StoryBrand certified marketing coach like Kris to help you grow your business!   Unlock the power of a framework that works—the StoryBrand Framework at StoryBrand.ai. It's like having the world's best copywriter create high-converting marketing whenever you need it. Start your free 7-day trial at StoryBrand.ai.   Learn how to make your marketing and messaging work using a proven framework in the updated book, Building a StoryBrand 2.0. Order it now on Amazon  or wherever you buy books!

ALIGNMENT 101: Why Doing Everything 'Right' Still Leads to Burnout Why do so many driven, successful professionals burn out, even when they're doing everything "right"? In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake reveals the hidden reason why high performers are silently struggling with exhaustion, overthinking, and loss of clarity. What's really happening is misalignment. You'll learn how misalignment quietly infiltrates your work, belief systems, and daily environment, and why working harder only makes things worse. Blake breaks down the brain science of burnout, explains why you can't override your natural wiring, and shares the critical first step to move from depletion to sustainable energy. If you're running on fumes or just know deep down there has to be a better way, this conversation will shift your entire perspective.   Episode Highlights Clarity Through Alignment, Not Just Process [01:19] - What alignment really is and why it's not a fluffy concept [02:28] - What alignment feels like in daily life [03:18] - Why leaders miss the signs of misalignment [04:32] - Understanding functional survival mode   The Neuroscience of Alignment [05:32] - How your brain operates when aligned vs. misaligned [06:13] - Why your wiring will always win   The 3 Core Forms of Misalignment [07:03] - Doing work that fights your natural wiring [09:44] - Misaligned beliefs and conditioning: the invisible patterns we form [11:42] - How to shift beliefs without years of therapy [12:28] - Why leaving isn't always the answer [14:06] - How stressed leaders unintentionally create negative cultures   What Alignment Looks Like in Action [15:13] - Client story: Evan's transformation from burnout to reclaiming 20 hours per week [16:23] - The one simple shift to get more in alignment   Powerful Quotes "You burn out because you've been trying to succeed while working against the very way you are naturally wired to thrive." —Blake Schofield "Alignment is where your peace, purpose, and progress finally meet. It's the shift from just living to fully being alive." —Blake Schofield "Your wiring will always win. You can push against it for a season or even years...but in the end, your wiring will always win." —Blake Schofield "Every single moment of friction, stress, or anxiety is data and a lesson to be learned." —Blake Schofield   Resources Mentioned   Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type   The Fastest Path to Clarity, Confidence & Your Next Level of Success:  executive coaching for leaders navigating layered challenges. Whether you're burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you're meant for more—you don't have to figure it out alone.  Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply! Ready to Future-Proof Your Leadership?  Let's explore what's possible for your team.  Whether you're navigating rapid growth, culture change, or quiet disengagement…we can help with our high-touch, root-cause focused solutions that are designed to help grow resilient, aligned & empowered leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and create impact without burning out,  go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

"Fleet management isn't about vehicle counts—it's about aligning your people, your processes, and your places. Get that wrong, and your whole operation wobbles."In this powerful keynote from RTA's Connect 2025 conference, veteran fleet consultant Tony Yankovich challenges the outdated notion of fleet right-sizing as merely reducing the number of vehicles. Drawing from over 30 years in the industry, Tony walks the audience through the evolution of fleet optimization from a data-driven numbers game into a holistic, operations-focused strategy. He introduces a new model of right-sizing that integrates three essential pillars: workload, workforce, and workplace.By the end of the session, Tony arms fleet managers with actionable insights on how to build resilient, efficient, and future-ready operations—whether you manage your own shop or outsource maintenance. This session is a must-listen for any fleet leader facing pressure to reduce costs without compromising service levels or operational readiness.Key Takeaways:Right-sizing is more than reducing vehicle counts—it's about optimizing workload, workforce, and workplace together.AEUs (Asset Equivalent Units) provide a quantifiable framework to evaluate true maintenance burden.Misalignment among the 3Ws (Workload, Workforce, Workplace) leads to inefficiencies and reduced fleet availability.Real-world examples show how poor shop layouts or overextended staff can quietly erode performance.Tony makes the case for slack time, strategic staffing, and right-sized facilities to unlock innovation and improve wrench time.  Speaker Bio:Tony Yankovich is a nationally recognized fleet consultant and keynote speaker with over three decades in public works and fleet operations. His deep operational knowledge and hands-on consulting experience have helped government and enterprise fleets across the country modernize, centralize, and optimize their maintenance programs. Tony is a frequent contributor to RTA content and a trusted voice in the Fleet Success movement.

In today's episode, we will be looking at misalignments of the Occiput as it relates to the Atlas.  This section will give us a thorough understanding of the biomechanics as it relates to Occipital misalignment so we can create a plan for proper correction. 

There's a point where control just stops working. Not because you failed, not because you're slipping, but because you've been managing everything outside of you for so long that you haven't stopped to check what's going on inside of you. That's when the day starts to feel “off.” Not dramatic. Not heavy. Just… off.  You're doing all the things you always do, but you don't feel connected to any of it. Something in you knows the rhythm is wrong, even if you can't quite put your finger on it.  In this episode of Unlearning Stress, I'm talking about what that really means. I'm walking you through why your control slips, what disconnection actually looks like in everyday life, and the real reason that persistent ache won't leave you alone. It's not stress. It's misalignment.  And then we go deeper.  We look at what alignment really is, not perfection, not forcing calm, not holding it all together. Alignment is that quiet moment when you hear yourself again, when your choices make sense again, when you feel yourself returning into your own life. I'm going to guide you through a simple, real-world alignment practice, something you can do today, right where you are, to help you listen to what's true instead of reacting from pressure. It's one honest choice, one grounded step, but it changes everything.  If you've been moving through your days feeling off, disconnected, or “not like yourself,” this conversation will help you understand why, and show you how to come back home to your own steadiness, one clear moment at a time

What if the reason your hustle is not producing results has nothing to do with discipline and everything to do with misalignment?Many high-achieving women are not failing. They are simply operating inside a pressure-based model that rewards exhaustion instead of alignment. I know the cycle well. The overposting, overworking, overthinking, and overpraying. You do all the things, yet the results do not match the effort.This is not laziness. This is not a lack of faith. This is not God withholding blessings. This is feedback. Holy feedback. The kind that protects you from burnout, redirects you toward your true wiring, and invites you back into partnership with God instead of the grind.Bold truth with a hug: You are not inconsistent. You are exhausted.And exhaustion is often spiritual misalignment pretending to be a business problem.☑️ Why the pause in your results is not punishment☑️ How to spot the difference between hustle and faithfulness☑️ The shift that unlocks clarity, confidence, and God aligned actionReady to move from pressure to peace? Hit play and let's Spiral Up.Episode Highlights00:00 - Introduction01:00 - The Moment You Realize You Are Doing Everything03:20 - When Effort Stops Matching Results05:05 - Misalignment as Holy Feedback07:00 - The Pressure Based Model Keeping You Exhausted09:00 - Breaking the Myth of Hustle as Faithfulness12:00 - Signs Your Strategy Is Misaligned14:30 - A New Way Forward16:00 - Flow State Money Reset Invitation

In this week's episode, I'm joined by creative entrepreneur, writer and past client, Tosin Hunter, for a deeply honest conversation about navigating the messy middle of career change, making an intentional pause, and rebuilding a life and career that genuinely aligns with your values.Tosin spent over a decade in corporate recruitment roles at organisations like EY, UBS and Salesforce — climbing the ladder, getting promoted (even while on maternity leave), and doing everything “right.” But behind the scenes, she was exhausted, burnt out, and increasingly disconnected from the work she was doing.In our coaching journey, she began unpacking what wasn't working, rediscovering her values, and reconnecting with parts of herself she'd buried for years. That inner work sparked a complete life shift. One that led her to leave corporate, honour her season of motherhood, rediscover her creativity, and eventually build Hunter Digital, the website design studio she now co-leads with her husband.If you're in the midst of questioning your career, craving more alignment, or feeling the nudge to pause and reassess, this conversation will resonate deeply.

It's budget season—and chances are, your process is more fragmented than you think.In this episode of the Multifamily Collective, I share why most multifamily budget models fail before they even launch—and what to do about it. Whether you're using Excel, Yardi, RealPage, or tools like Visibly, the platform isn't the problem.The problem is the process.Here's what's really happening behind closed doors:VPs are building their own forecasts, with no alignmentSite teams are left out of critical decision-makingC-suite assumptions are disconnected from the reality on the groundBudgets are finalized in isolation, then handed down as gospelAnd the result? Missed numbers. Misalignment. And a whole lot of finger-pointing.What you need is a collaborative budgeting process—one that includes your site teams, regional leaders, and executive council from day one. Because when everyone has a voice, the forecasts become real. The buy-in becomes stronger. And the outcomes become achievable.This isn't just about hitting numbers. It's about building trust, driving performance, and showing up with clarity across every level of your organization.If this resonates, hit like, subscribe, and drop a comment below. How is your team approaching 2026 budgets? Let's learn from each other.

In this episode, I tackle one of the most common frustrations I hear from partners and senior associates: why business development efforts so often fail to produce consistent, meaningful client work. From my own years as a BigLaw partner and now as a coach, I've seen too many capable lawyers equate effort with results, attending conferences, posting on LinkedIn, and taking endless coffee meetings only to find their pipeline still flat a year later.  In this episode, I break down the five most common reasons business development efforts stall: lack of focus, inconsistent systems, confusing visibility with credibility, misaligned firm incentives, and fear or perfectionism. I share examples of how these pitfalls show up in real life, how to shift your mindset and methods, and the practical steps that can help you turn scattered efforts into sustainable business growth. At a Glance: 00:00 Introduction and framing the issue of stagnant business development 02:13 Defining what "failure" in business development really looks like: activity without progress 03:09 Reason #1: Lack of focus and overly broad positioning 03:35 How to describe your niche using client-centric language that connects 04:40 Evolving your focus when your market slows, expanding adjacent to your strengths 06:07 Reason #2: Treating business development as an event instead of a system 06:40 Why bursts of activity fail and how to create rhythm and consistency 07:31 How to structure weekly, monthly, and quarterly follow-up systems 08:20 Applying the "Rule of Seven" to build recognition and trust 08:41 Reason #3: Confusing visibility with credibility 09:10 The difference between posting for attention and sharing insights that attract clients 10:13 How to shift from "look at me" to "here's what I see in your world" 10:41 Reason #4: Misalignment between firm incentives and personal goals 11:02 How origination credit and short-term revenue pressure discourage long-term growth 12:00 Steps to clarify success criteria and build internal allies across practices 12:39 How to align your BD projects with both firm strategy and personal goals 13:02 Reason #5: Fear and perfectionism: the emotional barriers that stall progress 13:32 How overthinking and hesitation block momentum 14:18 The power of small, genuine gestures in reconnecting with clients 15:07 Reframing BD as helping, not selling, to make outreach feel natural 15:37 The traits of lawyers who succeed in business development: clarity, systems, authenticity, and resilience 16:33 Three reflection questions to reset your BD strategy for the year ahead Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Do you enjoy listening to Big Law Life?  Please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps support and reach more people like you who want to grow a career in Big Law.  For Apple Podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast here!  For Spotify, tap here on your mobile phone, follow the podcast, listen to the show, then find the rating icon below the description, and tap to rate with five stars. Interested in doing 1-2-1 coaching with Laura Terrell? Or learning more about her work coaching and consulting? Here are ways to reach out to her: www.lauraterrell.com  laura@lauraterrell.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralterrell/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraterrellcoaching/  Show notes: https://www.lauraterrell.com/podcast  

Building the right thing is hard. Building the wrong thing is easy and costly. In this episode, Jason Sparks, Principal Product Manager at ReUp Education, dives deep into the discipline of continuous validation inside enterprise environments. From managing stakeholder pressure to proactively engaging customers in discovery, Jason shares battle-tested approaches for avoiding the classic trap of solution-first thinking.Chapters0:00 – The risk of unvalidated assumptions1:02 – Meet Jason Sparks and his mission at ReUp3:02 – From college dropout to product leader5:19 – Product-market fit inside the enterprise6:03 – Why most ideas don't need building8:10 – Misalignment: wrong product, wrong market10:05 – Executive interference and assumption management12:33 – Validation is not a one-off14:44 – Continuous discovery in practice15:38 – How to validate enterprise product ideas17:02 – Story decks, user interviews and field testing19:11 – Grading feedback and customer fit21:11 – The danger of over-friendly users23:08 – The power of early champions25:21 – Preparing for and running discovery sessions27:35 – Value testing and competitor awareness29:08 – When to walk away from the wrong customer31:17 – What happens after the meetings33:30 – The role of AI in user research35:46 – What Jason would do differently todayWhat you'll learn from Jason— Validation should be continuous: One round of user feedback isn't enough. Real product-market fit evolves through repeated conversations and iteration.— Assumptions must be challenged: Build a culture where being proven wrong is celebrated, not feared.— Don't let leadership derail discovery: Product managers must set boundaries and bring clarity on the problem space before execution begins.— Grading users is as critical as grading feedback: Identify the right customers to listen to—being nice isn't the same as being the right fit.— Use discovery decks to guide conversations: Jason uses bold assumptions, interactive sessions, and immediate iteration to refine ideas quickly.— Tech accelerates, but doesn't replace, human insight: AI tools for sentiment and semantic analysis are powerful but should supplement—not substitute—real human interaction.Featured Links:We're taking Community Questions for The Product Experience podcast.Got a burning product question for Lily, Randy, or an upcoming guest? Submit it here. Our HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A...

This episode originally aired on April 5, 2021 (Episode 240), and I'm bringing it back because so many of you said it gave you the clarity you didn't know you needed. If you're feeling stuck in your career or wondering whether there's something more fulfilling out there for you, this conversation is worth revisiting. So many people come to me at a professional crossroads. On paper, things look fine — good job, steady paycheck — but inside, they're wrestling with harder questions: Is this what I'm meant to be doing? Where's the meaning? And what would it actually look like to feel passionate about my work? Finding your passion isn't about flipping a switch. It's about understanding how you got here, untangling what's yours from what you were told to want, and designing a career that aligns with who you are now. In this episode, we're talking about how to get unstuck, how to reflect with purpose, and how to move forward, even when it feels like there are a thousand possible directions and no clear right answer. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Getting Unstuck When You Have Too Many Options 05:12 Career Crossroads: How to Navigate Paralysis and Indecision 11:08 Life Design vs. Job Search: Shifting How We Think About Career 18:39 Finding Your Passion by Reflecting on the Past 27:26 The “Quarter-Life” Crossroads: Making Sense of How You Got Here 30:12 Burnout or Misalignment? How to Tell the Difference 34:45 The 10-Year Vision Exercise That Brings Long-Term Clarity 36:44 Why Big Career Decisions Shouldn't Happen During Burnout We cover how early life influences, past roles, and even burnout shape your career path, often without you realizing it. And we'll help you figure out whether you need a new job or a new perspective on the one you already have. What if you stopped pushing through and started getting curious? What would it feel like to move toward a career that fits you, not just the version of you who started years ago? If you're feeling ready to find your passion and design a career that actually fits, I'd love to support you as you start taking clear, doable steps. Through my Career Clarity Intensive, you can have clarity and confidence about the right next step for you, how to grow professionally and attain what you really want, and actualize the fullness of your potential in your career! The first step: join me for a free coaching call to design your next chapter. Here's the link to register. And if you want to keep this conversation going beyond the podcast, come find me on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. I'm always sharing tools and insights to help you build a life and career that reflect your values and your worth. And if something from this episode sparked something for you, I'd love to hear how you're making sense of your path. Let's talk! xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie BobbyGrowing Self

QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing yourself, your team and your small business. Get ready for a dose of inspiration, one action you can implement and quotable quotes that will stick with you long after the episode ends! In this episode of Quick Fire Friday, host Rob Cameron interviews Trent Morgan, founder of Motivision, shares how he helps businesses overcome burnout, poor accountability, and misaligned teams through leadership alignment and cultural transformation. He explains the importance of clarity, communication, and regular team check-ins to build trust and improve performance. Trent discusses real-world examples of companies that reduced turnover and reignited motivation by aligning people with purpose. He also highlights the impact of systems and structure in sustaining growth. His insights reveal why most business issues stem from a lack of clarity, not performance. Listeners will learn practical steps to create more connected and purpose-driven workplaces. Key Takeaways for Small Business Owners: Clarity is the foundation of success – Teams perform better when everyone knows their role, purpose, and what's expected of them. Alignment beats effort – Hard work alone doesn't guarantee results; aligning people, purpose, and systems creates real progress. Regular check-ins build strong culture – Simple habits like weekly huddles and monthly reviews keep teams connected and supported. Our hero crafts outstanding reviews following the experience of listening to our special guests. Are you the one we've been waiting for? Leadership must focus on vision, not firefighting – Great leaders work on the business, not just in it, ensuring long-term stability. Reducing burnout increases productivity – When teams feel heard and supported, engagement rises and burnout drops significantly. Systems sustain performance – Businesses don't rise to goals—they fall to the level of their systems, so structure and rhythm are essential. One action small business owners can take: According to Trent Morgan, one action small business owners can take is to hold regular team check-ins or huddles to ensure everyone is aligned on goals, clear about their roles, and supported in their work — fostering stronger communication, trust, and accountability. Do you have 2 minutes every Friday? Sign up to the Weekly Leadership Email. It's free and we can help you to maximize your time. Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.

Wil hosts Tyler Kotch, founder of PIE.ZAA (Asheville & Charlotte), for a candid chat about spotting late-night demand, building a hyper-focused high-margin pizza concept (five-item menu, 28" pies or 12" slices), surviving COVID, navigating a painful partner split, and scaling methodically toward franchising. Tyler shares lessons on location strategy, simplifying operations to reduce waste, ditching phones in favor of in-person/email and AI ordering, fixing third-party delivery headaches via Takeout Central, and the bigger mission: build a people-centric company, communicate face-to-face, and leave a legacy—possibly across 30–100 locations—using a mountains/city/beach testbed with the FDD in motion.10 takeaways:Simple wins: Five-item menu; whole 28" pies or 12" slices—less waste, faster training.Late-night niche: PIE.ZAA launched to serve post-10pm demand; pizza delivers the margins.Go big on product & packaging: 28" pies + distinctive black boxes = walking billboards.Location is leverage: Foot traffic/tourism/density; first 60–90 days set the trajectory.Market fit varies: Asheville skews to whole pies/families; Charlotte South End to slices/young pros.Phone-free by design: No live phone lines; AI ordering + in-person/email encourage real communication.Control the last mile: Shift to Takeout Central drivers reduced delivery damage/complaints.Choose partners wisely: Misalignment is costly; Tyler rebuilt post-split in 2022.Franchise runway: FDD/approval pending; “mountains/city/beach” proof points precede scale.Culture over control: People-centric leadership, low micromanagement, purpose beyond money.

Circular business models often fail when they're designed without factoring how the business works, what the customers want, and what the product requires. These need to be considered together, not in isolation, to ensure that delivery, adoption, and revenue generation are possible at scale.Thinking about fit might feel obvious, but in this episode, we hear how many businesses often overlook these elements.In the second part of our mini series exploring the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's new report: How not to fail: Avoiding 10 common pitfalls when scaling circular business models, Pippa is joined by Maddy Oliver and Ella Hedley, who led the research on the paper.You'll hear about three common pitfalls around strategic misalignment, and how to avoid them.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or a comment on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy.  

We call out the habit of delay, walk through Haggai's charge to “consider your ways,” and show how Acts 6 gives a model where structure sustains the Spirit. The aim is simple: move from paneled comfort to kingdom building, together, today.• Presence, formation, and kingdom as our framework• Haggai's sixteen-year pause and God's rebuke• Misalignment, exhaustion, and “bags with holes”• Go up, bring wood, and build as obedience• Motivation over program: witness to the nations• Acts 6: deacons, distribution, and multiplication• Structure that sustains Spirit-led ministry• Led by the Spirit in ordinary places• Latter glory greater than the former• Three questions for realignment and response

Misalignment sneaks up slowly—and it's expensive. When your life, work, or team drifts out of alignment, you start feeling it: fatigue, frustration, disconnection, and eventually burnout. In this episode, Alan unpacks how to spot misalignment early and realign your wiring, your purpose, and your team before things break down. You'll hear: The story of a coaching client who ignored the “alignment rumble” too long Why wiring, purpose, and team are the three biggest alignment zones How to use the Working Genius Assessment to clarify your design The Drains & Fills exercise to reclaim energy and focus A simple Pacing Check to make sure your speed matches your team's capacity Two reflection questions to realign your work this week “You will hit potholes. You will need realignment. It's not if—it's when.” Reflection Questions How can you align your work more closely to your wiring? What change can you make to align more closely with your team? Tools Mentioned www.h2leadership.com for more tools and resources. Chapters 00:00 – What is an H2 Leader? Health and high impact in harmony 02:15 – The need for new brakes and better alignment 03:30 – What misalignment looks and feels like 05:00 – The story of “Tim”: when wiring, purpose, and team fall out of sync 07:00 – The cost of misalignment in leadership and culture 09:20 – The great disengagement: how misalignment kills engagement 10:00 – Tools for realignment: Working Genius, Drains & Fills, Pacing Check 11:45 – Reflection questions and next steps Subscribe and follow the H2 Leadership Podcast for more episodes. Share this episode with another leader who might be feeling “out of alignment.”

Have you noticed the widening gap between how we expect leaders to behave in the public sphere versus in corporate organizations?In episode 283, Ramona Shaw tackles two timely and important questions: What is happening to leadership and how do we keep our standards intact?From headlines of public leaders dodging accountability to viral social media figures equating leadership with dominance, we're seeing a shift in what some people perceive as “strong leadership.” But in our companies, those signals don't fly. And they shouldn't.Inside this episode, we unpack:Why public and corporate leadership are governed by two different sets of standardsThe seven shared expectations we have of leadersWhat happens when we don't, with real-world cautionary tales from WeWork, Wells Fargo, and KrogerWhy leaders today need to be more explicit than ever about the values they uphold and the behavior they expectWhen organizational standards get fuzzy, cracks form; slowly at first, then suddenly. Misalignment, disengagement, and broken trust are often symptoms of leaders failing to walk the talk. This episode unpacks what's at stake and why now is the time to reestablish what good leadership looks like before external norms start seeping in.

Hey Friend! Let me ask you something—how much time and money have you spent trying to fix the way you lead? Another book, another certification, another workshop promising the breakthrough you've been searching for? Here's what nobody tells you: every time you reach for another quick fix, you're not just spending money or time. You're staying stuck in the same patterns that got you here in the first place. I've been having this conversation on repeat with leaders at your level. The strategies that got you to VP, to Executive Director, to Founder—they're not broken. They're just not built for where you're going next. And that gap? It's costing you more than you realize. "When your leadership is misaligned with your true identity, even success feels heavy."   Want to Go Deeper? Ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start leading from alignment? Book a Leadership Strategy Call—your blueprint to clarity, confidence, and impact.

How often do our teams, family members, or collaborators end up misunderstanding each other even when we think we're being perfectly clear? In this episode, we dive into the high cost of miscommunication and what it takes to become a “super communicator” in a noisy, divided world. We're joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg, whose new book “Supercommunicators” unlocks why our conversations so often miss the mark—and offers a toolkit for breaking through confusion and building true alignment.Together, we explore how clarity, empathy, and attention are more crucial than ever, especially as our workplaces and lives move online. From hospital handoffs to debates with Uncle Gary, we unpack the vital art of matching the right kind of conversation, listening deeply, and decoding the signals that don't show up in written words. If you've ever walked away from an exchange realizing you and your counterpart were simply talking past one another, this episode is for you.Five Key Learnings from This Episode:Assumptions are the enemy of understanding. We can't assume others interpret our words as we intend; confirming mutual understanding is essential—even in routine exchanges.There are three types of conversations—practical, emotional, and social. Misalignment around which conversation is taking place is often the root cause of frustration and disconnect.“Matching” the conversation builds trust. Super communicators detect what kind of conversation someone needs and mirror it—acknowledging emotion when present, before pivoting to solutions.Deep questions invite deeper connection. Asking about values, motivations, or experiences (rather than just surface details) opens the door for more meaningful dialogue.Non-linguistic cues are powerful—but different channels require different strategies. Tone, posture, and facial expressions matter, but in written or digital communication, politeness, clarity, and rereading from the receiver's perspective become the superpowers.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.

You've earned the applause — so why does it still feel off? In this episode, we explore why affirmation can't anchor your identity, and how obedience, not approval, is the path to real peace.You've said yes when everything in you whispered no.You've chased the next achievement, the next “well done,” hoping it would finally feel like enough.And yet… something inside still aches.This episode of The Recalibration is for the high-capacity human who's done everything right — but quietly wonders why applause still feels hollow.Julie Holly brings emotional clarity, biblical insight, and deep identity wisdom as she explores why social validation can't hold what only obedience can anchor. You'll hear a vulnerable personal story, a powerful contrast between Peter and Jonah, and the deeper reason so many high performers struggle with approval addiction — even after success.Inside this episode:Why people-pleasing often begins as a safety strategyHow Peter's denial and Jonah's resistance both stem from identity misalignmentThe nervous system's role in approval-seekingWhy performance drains but presence restoresWhy obedience — not applause — is the only secure anchorToday's Micro Recalibration: Obedience isn't just about saying yes — it's about choosing alignment even when it costs you something socially. That could look like disappointing others, releasing an image you've curated, or following God's whisper instead of the crowd's cheer.Where am I saying yes to people but no to God?Write down one place you're called to obey — even if it costs approval.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

When leaders confuse role with identity, misalignment spreads — into teams, culture, and even families. Learn how recalibration breaks the cycle and frees everyone around you.When leaders confuse their role with their identity, the cost is bigger than they realize. Misalignment doesn't stay contained — it spreads. Teams inherit the anxiety of leaders, families mirror the pressure of parents, and cultures slowly fracture under the weight of confusion.This episode unpacks the concept of social contagion — how attitudes, behaviors, and emotions spread almost like a disease — and shows why your identity clarity is the key to cultural health. You'll hear:Why your nervous system broadcasts alignment (or misalignment) before you ever say a wordHow teams and families unconsciously “catch” anxiety, perfectionism, or pressureWhy culture decks, hacks, or consultants can't fix what identity misalignment breaksWhat Bob Dylan and Bono can teach us about leading from identity rather than rolePractical steps to stop the spread — whether you've been the one causing misalignment, or the one carrying its weightToday's Micro-Recalibration: Ask yourself: What confusion in me is my team — or my family — carrying? Write it down. Because what you model is what multiplies.Identity-Level Recalibration isn't about managing roles or polishing image — it's about separating who you are from what you do, so that everyone around you inherits freedom instead of pressure.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

When leaders fuse role with identity, misalignment leaks into culture. Discover how ILR separates role from identity so you can lead with clarity, trust, and peace.Leadership is heavy when your identity is fused with your role. Every mistake feels like a threat to your worth. Every conflict feels personal. Every decision is weighed down by the fear of being exposed. And it doesn't stay contained — it leaks into your team, creating misalignment, mistrust, and burnout.In today's episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly shows why misaligned leaders create misaligned teams — and how recalibration shifts leadership from pressure to presence. Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and the story of Howard Thurman's influence on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this episode unpacks:Why identity-fused leadership creates fragile cultures where teams walk on eggshellsThe toll of “always on” leadership on your nervous system and your healthWhy therapy helps you understand and coaching helps you manage — but ILR releases role-driven leadership at the rootHow Howard Thurman's faith-rooted identity shaped a generation of leaders without chasing titlesA practical test to know if you're leading from identity or just sustaining a roleToday's Micro Recalibration: Ask yourself: Am I leading from clarity of identity or from a role I'm trying to sustain? Notice where leadership feels heavy — that weight is often the signal that role and identity have fused.If leadership has ever felt like it's costing you yourself, this episode will help you step out of pressure and into presence — leading with clarity, stability, and peace.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

In this powerful episode, Matty A. delves into the profound influence relationships have on wealth creation and preservation. Whether it's a partner, mentor, friend, or even yourself, the right connections can elevate your success — while the wrong ones can erode it. You'll discover how to identify, cultivate, and safeguard the relationships that support long-term wealth, and how to avoid those that can derail it.Core Relationship Insights1. Mentors & AdvisorsGenuine mentors provide guidance, perspective, and accountability.Financial professionals rooted in trust can help you navigate decisions with clarity and conviction.2. Partner or Spousal RelationshipsShared values, transparency, and open communication are essential for building financial unity.Misalignment in spending habits, goals, or money attitudes can become a major source of conflict and sabotage wealth-building.3. Peer Influence & NetworksSurrounding yourself with financially savvy people can significantly improve your habits, mindset, and access to opportunity.High-net-worth friends don't just offer inspiration — they can open doors to capital, deals, and better decision-making frameworks.4. Your Relationship with YourselfSelf-awareness, discipline, and mindset form the bedrock of wealth creation.Believing in your ability, investing consistently in your education, and resisting impulsive decisions are critical for long-term success.When Relationships Become Wealth DestroyersFinancial Conflicts in Partnerships: Money disagreements are among the most enduring and emotional. Without mutual respect and clear boundaries, they can break relationships and erode financial stability.Sudden Wealth Syndrome: Unexpected gains — from windfalls or abrupt success — can isolate you, trigger distrust, and lead to self-sabotaging behaviors if you're not grounded and supported.Divorces, Legal Battles & Misaligned Inherited Wealth: Emotional rifts and unplanned distributions can fracture wealth meant to last generations.Actionable TakeawaysAudit Your Inner Circle: Are your closest relationships helping or hindering your wealth journey? Identify supportive, aligned individuals and invest in deepening those bonds.Set Clear Agreements: Whether with a partner, advisor, or investor, ensure expectations, roles, and communication norms are defined and revisited regularly.Strengthen Your Mindset Foundation: Build resilience through self-education, goal-setting, and consistent financial habits.Create a Safety Net: Especially important when dealing with sudden wealth or high-stakes outcomes — ensure emotional, legal, and advisory structures are in place to protect lasting success.Final ThoughtWealth isn't just built with capital — it's created and preserved through key human connections. Let this episode serve as your guide to aligning your inner and outer worlds for lasting financial success.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555