Podcasts about Own It

This week on Own It we're talking to Meryl Draper from Quirk Creative. She is truly global, leading a firm that has offices in New York, Guadalajara, and Paris, where she is based now.  Meryl spent time at iconic agencies and with impressive brands through the years including Ogilvy & Mather, MSL Group, Cisco, Blackboard, IBM and more. After co-founding Quirk Creative in 2015, she has guided the agency to Adweek's Fastest Growing companies list. She's also been recognized on AdWeek's Creative 100, and The Drum's 50 under 30.   She is impressive. So is her firm. And we loved her perspective on the industry and how we can help produce more women-led agencies … and women owned agencies … as we all continue to grow.  You can find links to Meryl Draper's LinkedIn Profile and Quirk Creative's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Anjali Ramachandran from Storythings. She is based in the UK but is really a global citizen, having lived in many different countries and cities. She told me was always drawn to the colors, vibrancy and stories that advertising had to offer, even as a child. She has an impressive career journey that included a stop at Nike, and working with brands like Burberry and Warner Brothers. She started Storythings in 2016 to help business-to-business brands tell stories that truly connect with their prospective customers. They do that by helping B2B brands to stay human. We had such a fun conversation about her journey, her perspective on the industry and her thoughts on closing the gender cap in agency ownership.  Anjali is so fun to talk to. We know you're going to learn a lot and be inspired today. You can find links to Anjali Ramachandran‘s LinkedIn Profile and Storythings' agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Welcome to the very first episode of Own It! After a powerful period of evolution, the podcast has its final, most embodied name, and this is the episode that defines the entire movement. If you've ever felt like you're living in victim mode, people-pleasing your way through life, or dimming your light to make others comfortable, this is your official invitation to stop. It's time to own who you are, what you want, and the incredible life you're here to create.In this fiery solo episode, Samantha Warren breaks down what it truly means to "own it." It's about taking radical responsibility for every aspect of your life, from your body to your bank account. It's about understanding that in order to be a true leader, you cannot be a people-pleaser. Samantha shares raw, personal stories of her own unconventional choices—from dating a 50-year-old man at 25 to leaving the safety of her 9-to-5—to illustrate the power of tuning out the noise and trusting your own inner authority. This episode is your permission slip to stop asking for permission and start living a life that is unapologetically yours.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Welcome to the first official episode of "Own It"01:21 What the new show name "Own It" truly means03:32 The turning point: moving from victim mindset to radical responsibility05:00 The core of "owning it": taking ownership of your life and who you are05:24 Why you cannot be a people-pleaser and own your life at the same time08:39 The terror and power of leaving a safe 9-to-5 to follow your soul's calling10:00 The hard truth: owning it will make you unpopular at times12:33 The reframe: magnetism is not being loud, it's being calmly centered in your power13:32 Why we're done with the people-pleasing era16:00 The "Behind the Brand" series announcement>> RESOURCES + LINKSHop on my Newsletter to Watch Me Build My Podcast + Media Company, Voice and Visibility in public – https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optinFollow Samantha on InstagramFollow Samantha on TiktokSubscribe on Youtube

This week on Own It we're talking to Bethany Wilcox from Unusual. She started her firm to help brands stand out. They strive to help their clients be genuinely differentiated. She says they entertain, instead of advertise.  Entertaining is an apt description of Bethany as you will see. She's full of energy, creativity and ideas. That makes her the perfect guest for us to dive into her journey, her inspiration and her thoughts on closing the gender gap in agency ownership. This was such a fun conversation. You can find links to Bethany Wilcox‘s LinkedIn Profile and Unusual's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Stress isn't just in your head; your body keeps score. Justin Roethlingshoefer explains how heart rate variability (HRV) reveals whether your body feels safe enough to heal, and why understanding this single metric can unlock lasting energy, better sleep, and complete ownership of your health.After facing a life-threatening diagnosis and years of being told he was “fine,” Justin turned to data to find what every doctor missed. His journey from a teenage hockey player battling anorexia to coaching elite NHL and NCAA athletes led him to build Own It, a health optimization ecosystem helping people shift from reactive healthcare to proactive health ownership.In this conversation, Justin shares how HRV acts as the “language of your body,” what it really tells you about stress, and how data-driven personal rhythms create genuine vitality.He also opens up about the spiritual and emotional layers of performance, why self-awareness outperforms willpower, and how purpose and physiology intertwine to build the foundation for longevity and impact."Your body doesn't know the difference between mental, physical, spiritual, or emotional stress. All it knows is it has to keep you alive." - Justin RoethlingshoeferSupport the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Mentioned in the Episode:Justin's book, The Power of Ownership: https://a.co/d/gEOgMUtAbout Justin Roethlingshoefer:Justin Roethlingshoefer is the founder of Own It, an elite health and performance coaching ecosystem integrating data, faith, and science to help leaders and athletes optimize energy, focus, and recovery. With over 20 years of experience working with the NHL, NCAA, and Fortune 500 executives, he is also a USA Today bestselling author of The Power of Ownership and a sought-after speaker on human performance and self-leadership. Through his work, Justin bridges physiology, psychology, and spirituality, showing that health isn't about chasing hacks, but aligning purpose with the body's design.Connect with Justin Roethlingshoefer:- Website: https://www.ownitcoaching.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

Losing a spouse can shake every part of life—but God promises to walk with you through each next step.When loss turns life upside down, even simple financial decisions can feel overwhelming. But with God's help—and a few practical steps forward—there is hope and healing ahead. Today, Valerie Hogan joins us to share guidance for navigating the financial journey after losing a spouse.Valerie Hogan is an attorney, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), a member of Kingdom Advisors, and the co-author of Wise Women Managing Money: Expert Advice on Debt, Wealth, Budgeting, and More with Miriam Neff. Grief and Finances Are Deeply ConnectedWhen grief hits, clarity often disappears. You may feel pressure to “get everything settled” or, on the other hand, find it impossible to make even small decisions. Both reactions are normal.Grief colors everything. It's difficult to separate financial choices from emotional pain. And that's okay. The key is to give yourself permission not to have all the answers right away.Statistics show that about 80% of women will outlive their husbands. That means most of us will one day find ourselves managing finances alone. And many women, especially from earlier generations, weren't as involved in financial decisions during marriage.After loss, that reality can be intimidating. Suddenly, you're faced with choices about investments, taxes, home maintenance, and budgets—often with less income and more years of life ahead. Those early months matter, but they shouldn't be rushed.Start with This Truth: God Owns It AllBefore any practical steps, I want to anchor you in a truth that has carried me and countless others through difficult seasons: God owns it all.Everything we have belongs to Him, and He is with us as we steward it. Remembering that doesn't erase the pain, but it reminds us we're not alone. It shifts the weight of control off our shoulders and invites God's wisdom into our decisions.That truth gives us permission to move slowly and prayerfully. Stewardship is not about perfection—it's about trust.Steps for Navigating the Early DaysHere are some guiding steps I often share with widows who ask, “Where do I even begin?”1. Take One Step at a TimeYou don't need to fix everything today. Unless a change is absolutely urgent, give yourself space to rest and recover. Grief has a way of making even simple tasks feel monumental. Be patient with yourself.2. Avoid Major Financial Moves Too SoonTry not to make significant financial decisions while emotions are raw. Some women have sold homes, moved away, or invested large sums during intense grief—only to regret it later. Wait until your heart is steadier before making big changes.3. Get Organized, Little by LittleLoss often leaves behind a mountain of paperwork. Start small—maybe one pile, one folder, one hour. Ask a trusted friend or advisor to help if it feels overwhelming. Progress comes one decision at a time.4. Track What's Coming In and Going OutAwareness brings peace. You don't have to overhaul your budget immediately—just begin noticing where money is going. Clarity grows with consistency.5. Lean on Trusted AdvisorsChoose people who will look out for your best interest—those with integrity and experience, not pressure or sales motives. A trusted financial planner, attorney, or advisor can help you think clearly when emotions run high.6. Anchor Everything in PrayerThis is the most important step. God cares deeply when His people are hurting. Invite Him into every conversation, every decision, every bill you open. He is your provider and your comforter.Build a “Personal Board of Directors”Form a personal board of directors—a small circle of wise people you can lean on for different kinds of counsel.You might include:A spiritually mature friend who prays with youA financial professional with integrityAn encourager who helps you stay hopefulA practical helper who can sit with you through paperworkEach one brings something valuable. Just remember: not every encourager is a financial guide, and not every advisor is a prayer partner. Surround yourself with a balanced mix of wisdom and compassion.Know It. Own It. Like It. Change It.In their book Wise Women Managing Money, Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan use a simple four-part framework that applies beautifully here:Know it—Gather the facts. What do you own? What do you owe?Own it—Accept responsibility for your new role as steward.Like it—Evaluate your current situation honestly.Change it—Begin making small, steady adjustments that align with your goals and faith.You don't need to have it all figured out. Start by knowing where you are—and trust that God will guide each next step.If you've recently lost your spouse, please hear this: there are brighter days ahead. It may not feel that way now, but God will give you strength and wisdom in time. I've seen hundreds of widows rebuild, heal, and even thrive again.Take one step at a time. Pray often. Surround yourself with wise, loving people. And remember—you're not alone.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:A friend once told me they only tip 10% at restaurants, so they don't end up giving a server more than they give to God. Now that's stuck with me—every time I eat out, I think about it. Am I looking at this the wrong way? What's the right, biblical way to think about tipping and giving?I recently set up a trust, and I own two homes—one's paid off and the other still has a mortgage. Both properties are titled in my name. Do I need to transfer or re-deed those homes into the trust, or can I leave them as they are since they're already in my name?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Wise Women Managing Money: Expert Advice on Debt, Wealth, Budgeting, and More by Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan, J.D. Widow ConnectionWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Own It we're talking to Heather Waisanen from Coastal Maverick. Her firm is a custom out of home consulting company. That segment of the advertising world became her passion and she has built an amazing company around it. Heather was a gymnast in her younger years and wound up as a gymnastic coach living in places like the Grand Caymans and South Africa out of college. She's based in Florida now and has such a smart outlook on our business, client success and certainly how we can attack the gender gap in agency ownership. We so love the different perspectives we bring to the table on this podcast. Heather adds so much to that.  You can find links to Heather Waisanen‘s LinkedIn Profile and Coastal Maverick's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Revolutionary Cellular Testing and DNA Analysis Unlocking Peak Performance in Health -Justin Roethlingshoefer 277 Joel Evan Coaching Justin Roethlingshoefer, founder of Own It, discusses his journey in the health industry and the importance of holistic health. He explains the need for personalized cellular testing and DNA testing to identify individual deficiencies and create personalized solutions. Justin also emphasizes the importance of biofeedback and coaching to create lasting behavior change. His goal is to democratize high performance and make personalized health solutions available to everyone. In this conversation, Justin Roth discusses the importance of understanding the impact of lifestyle choices on our health. He emphasizes the need to be aware of how our habits and behaviors affect our well-being and offers practical suggestions for improvement. Justin also explains the concept of heart rate variability (HRV) and its role in adapting to stress. He shares the positive results he has seen in clients, including those with autoimmune conditions. Justin encourages individuals to take ownership of their health and make informed decisions based on data. He also announces his upcoming book and available resources.

Revolutionary Cellular Testing and DNA Analysis Unlocking Peak Performance in Health -Justin Roethlingshoefer 277 Joel Evan Coaching Justin Roethlingshoefer, founder of Own It, discusses his journey in the health industry and the importance of holistic health. He explains the need for personalized cellular testing and DNA testing to identify individual deficiencies and create personalized solutions. Justin also emphasizes the importance of biofeedback and coaching to create lasting behavior change. His goal is to democratize high performance and make personalized health solutions available to everyone. In this conversation, Justin Roth discusses the importance of understanding the impact of lifestyle choices on our health. He emphasizes the need to be aware of how our habits and behaviors affect our well-being and offers practical suggestions for improvement. Justin also explains the concept of heart rate variability (HRV) and its role in adapting to stress. He shares the positive results he has seen in clients, including those with autoimmune conditions. Justin encourages individuals to take ownership of their health and make informed decisions based on data. He also announces his upcoming book and available resources.

This week on Own It, we're talking to Elizabeth Rosenberg from The Good Advice Company. Her firm is focused on executive personal branding, thought leadership, and brand positioning and high-level PR strategy. But she also founded a company or project called Chief Spiritual Officer.  We talked about that, her amazing career, being present and so much more. I loved her perspective on closing the gender gap in agency ownership and got smarter and more inspired talking to her. I know you will too! You can find links to Elizabeth Rosenberg‘s LinkedIn Profile and The Good Advice Company's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Carrie Stein from Bridge Insights and Media. She obviously came up through the media side of the ad business, working for many years at Neilsen before co-founding Bridge with her partner Jenny Griffith 10 years ago. They started with the idea that advertising could be smarter, more cost-effective and easier for clients. We talked about her firm, her journey to ownership and her thoughts on the gender gap in agency ownership.  Learning more about fellow agency owners never fails to give me ideas and inspiration. This episode was no different. You can find links to Carrie Stein's LinkedIn Profile and Bridge Insights and Media's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Jessica Blumberg from hunterblu media. It was formed in 2018 to make working with a media agency easier for brands and creative agencies, and has blossomed. Jessica certainly came up through her career on the media side of the advertising industry. She spent time at Crispin Porter + Bogusky before turning consultant, then agency owner.  We talked about her journey, her passion for media and making that component of the advertising world easier to work with and a lot more. This was such an insightful chat. We're sure you'll enjoy it.  You can find links to Jessica Blumberg's LinkedIn Profile and hunterblu media's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Today's conversation is all about the OWN IT part of CLOCK IT, OWN IT, CLEAN IT UP…and who better to share than the accountability queen herself, my amazing client Heather! Heather is a mother of three, a healthcare executive, and a self-proclaimed attention whore who loves deeply, leads fiercely, and never backs down from a challenge…and she proved that when she finally (after THREE FUCKING YEARS!) signed up for The Connected Woman! Facing down your patterns is never easy. But Heather makes it look that way with the way she owns them. It can take fucking AGES for people to clean up their patterns because they spend so long pretending they don't exist. Not an issue for Heather. And I'm hopeful as FUCK she's going to inspire you all to take a long, hard look in the mirror…because if everyone owned their shit the way she does, they'd hit a breakthrough a whole lot faster.   CONNECT WITH HEATHER: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather_rotan86    WORK WITH MICHELLE:  These aren't just retreats. These are where we turn your inner chaos into GOLD. Sign up for THE AWAKENING RETREATS now before they sell out: https://michellepanning.com/awakening   Sign up for THE EXPERIENCE, an exclusive 12-month mentorship experience where you go all in on YOU (aka, you get direct access to me as a mentor, access to every offer I run over your year, and MORE): https://michellepanning.com/the-experience Join THE CONNECTED WOMAN, a shadow work course for the woman who is ready to break free from the anxious/avoidant dance in relationships and step into unfuckwithable confidence, security, and self-worth: https://michellepanning.com/the-connected-woman   CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/michellepanning Website: http://www.michellepanning.com  

This week on Own It we're talking to Casey Benedict from Maverick Mindshare. Her firm spawned from the conflict between bloggers and public relations professionals that emerged in early days of brands being involved in social media. She began bridging the gap between the two sides and brokering brand deals with what we now know as influencers.  We talked about her journey to starting and building her agency, her thoughts on the agency gap in agency ownership and her hard-line position as a tennis player that Pickle Ball is an invasive species. We had such a fun chat. You'll enjoy it as much as we did. Here's my conversation with Casey Benedict.  You can find links to Casey Benedict's LinkedIn Profile and Maverick Mindshare's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Courtney Lewis from The Variable. She just stepped into the role of partner and CEO there two months ago after being on the strategy and leadership team for several years.  Courtney didn't land at The Variable from the agency world. She was in business and management consulting before and brought that experience and knowledge to the firm. We talked about everything from her journey to agency life and ownership, to her perspective on the gender gap in agency ownership, and even biscuits and baking. We had so much fun getting to know one another. You're going to enjoy this a lot. You can find links to Courtney Lewis's LinkedIn Profile and The Variable's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

In this episode of "Work It, Live It, Own It," host SaCola Lehr delves into the hidden costs of the 'suck it up' mentality. Discover how this mindset, often mistaken for strength, leads to burnout, resentment, and silence. SaCola shares personal insights and practical strategies to break free from survival mode and embrace a life rooted in honesty and sustainable strength. Tune in to learn how to set boundaries, speak your truth, and thrive authentically. Don't miss the first episode of a five part "Suck it Up & Go it Alone" series.Most importantly, you'll walk away with practical strategies to start shifting today, including:Journaling one place you've been “sucking it up” and naming the cost.Saying it out loud to a trusted friend, partner, or colleague to begin breaking the silence.Taking a small but powerful step to set boundaries at work or home without guilt.This episode is designed to help you recognize the signs of caregiver burnout, stop people-pleasing, and begin protecting your well-being with sustainable self-care strategies.If you've been carrying the weight of emotional labor in families, over-functioning at work, or struggling with work-life balance as a caregiver, you're not alone. There is a better way—and it starts with letting go of the martyr mindset.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why “sucking it up” keeps women stuck in burnout cycles.How fear of confrontation and saying “yes” too often fuel exhaustion.The risks of persistent availability and technology overload.Simple, sustainable first steps to reclaim your energy and voice.This series is about moving from survival to thriving. And it all begins with this first step: breaking the silence and permitting yourself to stop going it alone.Ready to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TSEmail for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com

This week on Own It, we're talking to Holly Conti of Full Swing PR. If you remember the firm's name, Holly is the co-owner with Caitlin Copple, who was our guest back in November of 2022. She wasn't originally an owner, so we get to hear how an employe moves into an ownership role.  Holly and Christy had a great conversation about her journey from wanting to be creative and the boss when she was young, to being creative and the boss now. She had some smart thoughts on female ownership in the advertising business, too.  Enjoy this as much as we did. You can find links to Holly Conti's LinkedIn Profile and the Full Swing PR agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Erin Emmerson and Kelsey Cross from Tower 28. It is a global agency built on a network of in-market experts that helps brands globalize content for any audience. Their unique approach to the business is fascinating. We also enjoy hearing how co-founders and co-owners carve out that journey together. We certainly talked about that, but also parenthood, their paths to find one another and start their firm, and of course we chatted about closing the gender gap in agency ownership. This episode is full of fun and insight. We know you'll enjoy it as much as we did. You can find links to LinkedIn profiles for Erin Emmerson⁠ and ⁠Kelsey Cross⁠ and the ⁠Tower 28⁠ website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Back in the days before COVID (they all run together for me now), I had a podcast called Bock Talks. The foundation was Leadership, Communication, and Accountability, and the branding was BE IT, SAY IT, OWN IT. I think I was on to something, but, as is my tendency, just before I gain some traction, I move on to something else. Eventually people catch up and then they are engaged in something I've moved on from. I don't think Personal Accountability is something to move on from. I had the pleasure of helping spread John Miller's message of QBQ for about 10 years as a facilitator of his material, and the message became a part of my being, not just my teaching. So today I'd like to revisit the concept of Personal Accountability as we see it in 2025. On this episode I mention the book and training program called QBQ by John Miller (https://qbq.com/), Peter Block's book "The Answer to How is Yes," (https://amzn.to/4lYaaOO), and the Landmark Forum (https://www.landmarkworldwide.com/).

Send us a textKeywordshealth, business growth, entrepreneurship, coaching, personal development, perseverance, teamwork, culture, success, ownershipSummaryIn this episode of the Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer and his wife Elise reflect on their journey of building their health coaching business, Own It. They discuss their humble beginnings, the challenges they faced, and the growth they have achieved, including being recognized on the Inc 5000 list. The conversation emphasizes the importance of patience, perseverance, and a strong company culture, as well as the value of learning from failures and focusing on people. They share memorable moments from their journey and express gratitude for their team and clients, while looking forward to the future of their business.TakeawaysThe journey of building a business requires patience and perseverance.Celebrating milestones is important for motivation and reflection.Humble beginnings often lead to greater achievements.Building a strong team culture is essential for success.Learning from failures is a crucial part of growth.Client relationships are key to business sustainability.Quality and integrity should never be compromised.People are at the heart of the business's success.Vision and clarity are vital for future growth.Gratitude for the journey and the people involved is essential. TitlesFrom Humble Beginnings to Inc 5000The Power of Perseverance in BusinessSound bites"I had to pay the dummy tax.""It's all about people.""The best is yet to come."Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Journey02:34 Celebrating Growth and Achievements05:28 Reflecting on Humble Beginnings08:43 The Evolution of the Own It Method11:34 Memories and Milestones in Business14:40 Building a Strong Team and Culture17:26 Learning from Failures and Successes20:36 The Importance of Client Relationships23:11 Vision for the Future of Own It26:22 Commitment to Quality and Integrity29:12 The Power of People and Community=========================== 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 Own It Success is different so own your different!

What if walking into a hospital birth didn't mean giving up your voice?In this powerful conversation, Meredith and Alicia from Intentional Birth share how to advocate for yourself in a hospital setting so you feel respected, informed, and truly in charge of your birth. From simple language shifts to knowing your legal rights, you'll walk away with practical tools you—and your partner—can use to create a positive, empowering experience, no matter what unfolds.Tune in to hear:Why birth trauma is often less about what happened and more about how you were treatedThe difference between hospital policy and patient consent (and why policy does not override your rights)A simple 3-step framework (OWN IT) to decline procedures without confrontationThe role of your partner as the guardian of the birth—and how they can protect your spaceKey phrases that change the room instantly: “We do need her consent” and “Please document that I am declining ___”How to use the chain of command if you're not being heard (charge nurse → nurse manager → house supervisor)“Secret menu” options in the hospital most families don't know they can requestA real-life VBAC story where intentional advocacy led to a hospital water birth, minimal interventions, and an unhurried third stageJoin the waitlist for the Doula Mastermind: https://pain-free-birth.mykajabi.com/doula-certification-waitlist Resources mentioned:5% discount on the Advocacy Trainings: Code: PAINFREEBIRTHIG:  @intentional.birthWebsite: www.intentionalbirth.coConnect with Karen:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/painfreebirthInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/painfreebirth/Spotify Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zEiKMIHFewZeVdzfBSEMSApple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pain-free-birth/id1696179731Website - https://painfreebirth.com/Email List https://pain-free-birth.mykajabi.com/website-opt-in

This week on Own It we're talking to Hope Harris Refuerzo from TillSow. It is a fully integrated global storytelling studio. Hope told me they serve the needs of an evolving culture by providing a modern, bespoke experience for companies, brands and artists.  Hope is based in Los Angeles and has a production background and was once a casting director in Hollywood.  We had such a fun conversation about our industry, our challenge with the gender gap in ownership there, and we compared notes as working moms who love to have fun with their kids.  As usual, we learned so much and were so inspired by Hope. You will be too! You can find links to Hope Harris Refuerzo's LinkedIn profile and TillSow's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Amy Edwards from Quality Meats. Her firm does amazing work, but don't take my word for it. They have earned Small Agency of the Year awards from both AdAge and AdWeek. The firm launched during the pandemic with no clients and no investors.  What they did have was two partners and a producer who wanted to do great work and remove what they call the “B.S.” of the advertising world. Obviously, they've succeeded in building an amazing company. We talked about how that happened, how Amy came to be the head of such a great agency, and her thoughts on the gender gap in agency ownership. We learn so much from these conversations. This one is no different.  You can find links to Amy Edwards LinkedIn profile and the Quality Meats website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Amanda Lucey from The Partnership. She's been in that role for almost 13 years and has navigated through both growth and expansion. She came into the agency world from a career in associations, diplomacy and  politics. So her knowledge of that world certainly informs some interesting perspectives on the gender gap in agency ownership, and how we can attack that challenge. Amanda is so interesting. We learned so much talking to her. We know you will too. You can find links to ⁠Amanda Lucey⁠'s LinkedIn profile and ⁠The Partnership⁠'s website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Most people think the greatest battles are fought out there in the world. But the deadliest enemies? They're not out there—they live inside you. And here's the scary part—they don't even need to conquer you. They just need to slow you down long enough for your dreams to die.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)

Liga para inscribirse al curso OWN IT aquí OWN IT  No es un curso más. Es un antes y un después en cómo te proyectas, lideras y vendes. Porque no se trata solo de lo que dices… Sino de desde dónde lo dices.

What if the career you've spent decades building is actually keeping you from your true calling?Master Certified Business Coach Chance Scoggins built a dream career over 25 years in Nashville's music industry, rising from studio singer to top producer. Then he heard God say two words: "Kill it." This episode explores his courageous transition from music production to becoming an elite executive coach working with Fortune 100 CEOs, sports icons, and celebrities. Chance reveals why he traded security for calling, sharing the moment his mentor told him his gift was "bigger than music." His profound insight? Stop asking "What should I do?" and start asking "Who am I here to be?" When you align with your authentic mission, success flows naturally. As founder of One Million Missions and an NLP Practitioner blending brain science, business strategy and spiritual principles, Chance offers practical wisdom for anyone facing forced transitions. "Once you know with clarity and certainty who you're here on this earth to be," he shares, "you can fill that page up a million ways and be successful."Chance Scoggins is a Master Certified Business Coach and NLP Practitioner. Blending brain science, business strategy and spiritual principles, he works exclusively with executive leaders and celebrities to scale their business while growing a personal life that far surpasses their professional success. With 25 years in the entertainment industry and having coached world-changing leaders from Fortune 100 CEOs, to sports and musical icons, and elite performers of all kinds, Chance has the skills and tools required to lead uncommon leaders, both personally and professionally.About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we're given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.In This Episode: (00:00) Significant Life Transitions and Sliding Doors(08:08) The Music Industry Career Track(13:01) The Breakthrough Studio Session(16:41) Mid-Life Transition Mastery Ad(18:56) The Cost of Following Your Calling(25:48) Building vs. Being Your Mission(33:03) The Blank Sheet Philosophy(42:33) From What Should I Do to Who Am I(58:50) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad(1:07:12) Own It, Love It, Leverage ItLike, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.Resources:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chancescogginsLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chancescoggins/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chance.scoggins/Email Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book PURPOSEFUL LIVING is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.

Do you ever feel like you're giving your all—and it still isn't enough?You're showing up, working hard, doing everything “right,” and yet you feel like you're falling short. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone.In this episode of Work It, Live It, Own It!, we're getting real about those moments when your best doesn't feel like enough and what to do about it. You'll discover: Why doing more isn't always the solution How to stop measuring your worth by your productivity 3 ways to redefine success without burning out The mindset shift that frees you from perfectionism A simple journal prompt to reset your definition of “enough”If you've ever whispered, “What more can I possibly do?”—this conversation is for you.You don't have to prove your worth to deserve rest, peace, and joy.What we're discussing:what to do when your best isn't enoughburnout recovery tips for womenredefining success without burnouthow to stop feeling like you're not enoughself-worth and work-life balance podcastperfectionism and burnout podcast episodepractical steps to avoid burnout If this episode resonated, rate and review Work It, Live It, Own It! and share with someone who needs this reminder: You are enough.Ready to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TSEmail for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com

This week on Own It we're talking to Genna Franconi from 22squared and Trade School. She and they are based in Atlanta, Georgia. As you probably noticed, she runs two agencies. One is over a century old. The other was born out of a client need for scaling audience-based content.  Gemma came up through the account side of the business and worked her way to the C-Suite at 22squared before founding Trade School as a spin-off firm, eventually earning leadership and partial ownership of the company. The two firms work with great brands like Home Depot, Publix, Baskin Robbins and many more.  Genna has also become an avid pickleball player in addition to her work and her children. We have so much in common. I loved this discussion. I know you will as well. You can find links to Genna's LinkedIn profile and the agency websites for 22Squared and Trade School in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

I want you to imagine something.You're about to give a speech. It's your moment. The room is quiet. All eyes are on you. And the first thing out of your mouth is:“I'm not really the best person to talk about this…”Or maybe:“Honestly, I'm probably going to ramble a bit, but here goes…”Why do we do that? Why, when it's time to lead, do we disqualify ourselves before we even begin?That's not humility. That's self-deprecation. And today I'm calling it what it really is:Self-defecation. Yeah, I said it. We're going there.--Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)

This week on Own It we're talking to Jen Harrington from Hatch. She jumped into the world of ownership when she founded Hatch over 16 years ago. So she has been at this a long time. Her perspective on the gender gap in agency ownership is full of experience and insight. Jen is also investing her time and energies in fostering the creative world. She creates on-ramps into the creative world for diverse talent and spends time volunteering with organizations like the Greater Boston Food Bank.  She is so busy and, therefore, so fascinating to talk to. You can find links to Jen's LinkedIn profile and the Hatch agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Summary In this episode, Andy welcomes Jon Harper, author of Rebuild! Don't Repair: Why Fixing Things Doesn't Fix Things in Life. Jon shares from his personal and professional journey about the courage it takes to stop settling for temporary fixes and instead do the deeper, more intentional work of rebuilding. Drawing on lessons from his leadership experience and faith-based insights, Jon invites listeners to consider how our beliefs, habits, and leadership defaults often stem from foundations we didn't consciously choose. The conversation covers when to rebuild rather than repair, how to evaluate the people around us during transformation, and why awkwardness is often a sign of real change. Jon shares stories about quitting alcohol as a coping mechanism and the daily habits that keep him focused and grounded. He also offers a practical approach to helping children process their day—something leaders can adapt for teams, too. If you're leading a team, a project, or a personal transition and want to build something stronger and more lasting, this episode is for you! Sound Bites “We had duct tape where we should lay new concrete.” “People who are part of the solution are those willing to say, 'I am the problem and I can be the solution.'” “None of us really experiences life. We experience the life we focus on.” “Actions tell them who we are. Words tell them who we want to be.” “If you are asking for big things in your life, a lot of success is being able to deal with bigger amounts of stress in a better way.” “Our parents weren't making conscious, informed, well-rounded, intentional decisions to shape us the way we are. They just did the best with what they had.” “My main goal in life is to be respected the most by those who know me the most.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Start of Interview 02:12 Why Duct Tape Solutions are so Tempting 04:23 Rebuilding Is Messy 06:17 Are People the Problem or the Solution? 09:18 You Have to Own It 10:26 Foundations and Their Impact on Leadership 15:10 Personal Stories of Rebuilding 18:07 Daily Habits and Their Long-term Impact 20:35 The Importance of the Journey Over the Destination 22:44 The Illusion of the Finish Line 24:29 The Importance of Associations 27:54 Actions Speak Louder Than Words 31:30 Parenting Insights from the Book 36:54 End of Interview 37:28 Andy Comments After the Interview 40:08 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Jon and his work at JonHarper.co. Pass the PMP Exam This Year If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free, and it's a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. I'd love to help you get your PMP this year! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Self-Development, Change Management, Team Dynamics, Habits, Identity, Ownership, Resilience, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Parenting, Workplace Culture The following music was used for this episode: Music: Imagefilm 034 by Sascha Ende License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Energetic Drive Indie Rock by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Title: From Burnout to Balance: The Holistic Health Framework for Business Leaders with Justin Roethlingshoefer Summary: In this episode, Seth Bradley interviews performance and holistic health expert Justin Roethlingshoefer, who shares his journey from overweight and obsessed with data as a child to becoming a thought leader in elite athletics and executive performance. Justin reveals that while most people approach health through a "body up" lens, obsessing over diets, workouts, and gadgets, true health and healing come from the opposite direction. He advocates for a "top-down" method where spiritual identity and emotional clarity are foundational, which then naturally align the mind and body for sustainable, lasting change. Justin explains how high achievers, even billionaires and franchise owners, often remain unfulfilled and unhealthy because they treat symptoms rather than root causes. His company, Own It, integrates data-driven physical health with deep mental, emotional, and spiritual coaching to create real transformation. True health, he argues, is only possible when all areas of life are aligned — and while results may take time, the impact is profound and permanent. Links to watch and subscribe:   Bullet Point Highlights: Body-up health solutions are backwards. Real, lasting transformation starts with spiritual identity and mindset before physical optimization. Holistic integration is required. Mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health must be aligned for true healing and performance. Success ≠ health or fulfillment. High-performing entrepreneurs and executives often suffer because they chase outcomes, not alignment. Transformation takes patience. Sustainable results require commitment to small, integrated steps, not quick fixes or shortcuts. The solution is full integration, not fragmentation. Own It's model addresses all aspects of health in one place to create life-changing outcomes. Transcript: Seth Bradley (00:02.062) What's up, builders? This is Raise the Bar Radio, where we talk about building wealth, raising capital, and all in all, raising the bar in your business and your life. This is the No BS podcast for capital raisers, investors, and entrepreneurs who are serious about scaling their business and living life on their own terms. I'm Seth Bradley, securities attorney, real estate investor, and entrepreneur, bringing you world-class strategies from the best in the game. If you're ready to raise more capital, close bigger deals, build a better you, and create true financial freedom, you're in the right place. Let's go. Man, excited to have you on the show. Let's just jump right in, Tell the listeners a little bit about your background and take it back as far as you like. Justin Roethlingshoefer So man, how long's the show? I think the big thing, to be honest with you, anytime I kind of get asked about my background, my background shaped me. My background kind of brought me through to what it is that we're doing now. And I kind of speak in terms of anointings and callings and what it is that was stamped on us from a young age. And for me, it was health. I knew that. When I leaned into that as a young boy at 12, 13 years old, I was a fat kid. was the one that I was just made fun of. But I also had this deep desire to know and understand my body at a level that didn't make sense to a lot of people. And there was, I still remember I did this study at the University of Alberta, born and raised in Canada, and was a very athletic kid, but was just overweight. And I did this study. And they were looking at how kids and based on their habits and behaviors, whether you could actually be fat and fit. And so they brought me in and we did all these tests and all these studies and my VO2 max was at the 99 percentile. My muscle mass was at the 99 percentile. My time spent watching TV, playing video games, all these other things was at the 99th percentile of not doing those things. But yet I had a BMI that was obese. I had a body fat percentage, I think of 34%, something in these areas. And I still remember the article that came out, it was the front page of the paper, because it was a really groundbreaking study in Canada, and it said, and fit, question mark, with a picture of me. and I was on the bike and it really just started, like it messed with my mind. And obviously only continued the teasing, continued all these things. But I was the kid that wore a heart rate monitor to bed, wore a heart rate monitor all day long, had a pulse oximeter that I would look at three, four times a day. When I was reading, when everyone else was reading comic books, I was reading medical journals. And this was something that I was just fully enthralled with. Well, That experience threw me the other direction and from about 14 to 18 became severely anorexic. Had a really hard ability to see myself well and just love who I was and I had a major body composition issue and that propelled me down into the United States. I still happen to be a very good athlete. I came to the United States on a hockey scholarship. Did two undergraduate degrees one in exercise science another nutrition went got my master's degree in exercise physiology concentration and sport performance Went and got my massage therapy license went and got my postgraduate doctoral studies in heart rate variability sleep and recovery science and that propelled me into the National Hockey League I started to really understand the body in a way that not many people did and realizing that health is Holistic health is integrated health is mental physical spiritual and emotional conditions or states of the human being and they all have to be aligned and if there's any type of Disintegration between those four you will not be healed you will not be healthy and you will not realize what I call true health and so I took that philosophy of using data technology and Information to help heal the entire person to the NHL and all of a sudden we started to see injury rates drop, we saw recovery times drop, we saw sickness rates drop, we saw performances increase, we saw energy increase, and the owners, the GMs are coming to saying, what are you doing? Like, I don't understand this. You're bringing a philosophy that is very weird to us, we don't understand it, but yet we see the fruits of it at the end of the day, what's happening? That, over the course of eight years, caused me to become a thought leader and really take... some stages in some unique ways in professional sports and change the culture and the dynamic of how we approached performance. But going from Washington to Anaheim, I had one of the ownership team members of the capitals come and say, hey, I need to meet with you when you come out. And I'd seen this person and as they walked through the door, I was like, my gosh, I'd seen them six months previous. And as they walked through, was like, you've aged 30 years in five, six months. Like what's going on? He's like, I don't know. I don't feel well. Like I'm not sleeping. I'm stressed. I feel like I've got no control of my body and I don't understand what's happening. Can you help me? And the back of my mind, I was like, this guy's a billionaire. He's just making copious amounts of money. He's a businessman. I work with athletes. But then all of a sudden I realized, no, this isn't an athlete problem. This is a human problem. And I put him through the same philosophy. We did testing. We looked at heart rate variability. We started to track information. We started to have conversations that were very philosophical in nature, mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally aligned, starting to go through a lot of these identities that he had that he wasn't able to shake. And all of a sudden, eight months later, the guy looks like he's 35 years old and He's 80. And that was the turning point for me to be like, hey, I can no longer just stay in the national hockey. Like I have to walk away and be able to impact the health of the world because like I said, this is not just a athlete problem. This is a human problem. And the more that we can empower people, the more that we can help them understand their bodies and understand how to heal. The definition of integrated is the exact same definition of heal. To make one, to make wholeness, to create oneness. And that's what we have to do mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally if we truly want to heal. You just can't be a muscle head on the outside and be sick internally and think that you're healthy. On the other side, you can't just not go to the gym and go to the therapist all day and be so aligned and do meditation and just know your purpose and be preaching from the stages. there's still disintegration. We need to make sure it's holistic, all-encompassing and integrated to realize that deep healing. And that's what we've been doing for hundreds of thousands of people who are business owners and business leaders, entrepreneurs for the last two and a half, three years. So it's been, that's kind of been that journey in what looks like about six and a half minutes. Seth Bradley That's incredible, man. There's so much to unpack in six and a half minutes there. Man, I don't even know where to start. I mean, it sounds like you've had this almost an obsession with data and reading that data from your body before everybody had a Fitbit, right? Justin Roethlingshoefer Oh, for sure. A Fitbit or some sort of watch, right? And you were doing this before that kind of hit the stage because it just interests. So like on that note, they're like definitely doing it before it was cool. But like quick story, when I was 12 years old, I asked my parents for a heart rate monitor for Christmas. And you have to realize this is back in 1998. So the heart rate monitors were not like they are now. You can't get them for 100 bucks. You can't get a wearable device that's cheap and easy. I think that the heart monitor then cost like $1,600. And they're like, why do you need a heart monitor? Like, are you sick? Is there something wrong? I was like, no, I'm just interested. Well, they're like, we're not buying one of these things. And I said, no, like, pool your money that you give me for Christmas, my birthday, and pool grandma and grandpa's money and pool like aunt and uncle's. Put it all together and that's all I want. You can just never get me a gift for the next year, not till next Christmas. So that's what they did. And that was literally how I got my first piece. And I've just been obsessed with it ever since of really being able to just provide information. Because I think understanding, knowledge is one thing, understanding is something completely different. And we need to be able to dissociate between information and understanding and help cross that bridge so that you can be empowered to take action in your own health. Seth Bradley Yeah. Yeah, that's incredible. Your parents kind of made that sacrifice to make it happen for you. I don't know if you would have been a little bit set back because they didn't provide that for you at that time, but it kind of catapulted you on this journey. You know, do you think that, you know, reading that data is maybe the first step in kind of working towards analyzing that holistic approach? Or where do you kind of see all this beginning? Justin Roethlingshoefer First step is, that's to be honest with you, that's the world's approach. The world's approach I say is a body up approach. So it's, there's four entities of health, right? Mental, physical, spiritual, emotional. And I attach each one of those to a different entity. So physical, your body. Emotional, your heart. Mental, your mind. And spirit, your spiritual component. And the world's approach is to take a bottom up body first approach. You need to get the wearable device. You need to start tracking all this stuff. You need to look at everything under the sun. You need to go get your DNA tested. You need to go get your blood tested. You need to go and do the cold plunge, the sauna, the red light, the intermittent fasting, the high intensity interval training. You have to do all the things because you have to get the six pack. You have to lose 20 pounds. You have to do whatever it might be. It's the body up approach. Well, that body up approach creates a poisoning of the heart, poisoning of the emotions, it brings on anxiety, it brings on fear, it brings on this feeling of overwhelm. All things that I experienced as a child, which is why I continue to pair them through, I was fearful of becoming fat again, thus I took things to an extreme. I was fearful of... not being able to have the energy to do what I wanted, thus I was acting out of certain things and I would have to go do my workouts and it would bring up massive anxiety because it was just so much and I was overwhelmed by it all. That poisoning of the heart creates a separation of the mind, thus I'm not good enough, I'm not strong enough, I'm never gonna get there, I'm not consistent enough, I'm not worthy of all these things. And that separation of the mind creates a cloudiness in our spirit, a cloudiness of who we are and what we identify with. I identified as a fat kid. I identified as the anorexic sick kid, the weird kid. That's what stuck with me and that's why I was never fully healthy even though at 20 years old to now at 36, I don't look any different. I've still got the six pack. I've still got the muscles. I still can lift a house. I still feel really strong. But it's not until about two, maybe even three years ago that I was holistically healthy, that I loved who I was, that I was really rooted. What we have to do is we have to take a top-down approach. We have to really create oneness in our spirit first. Who are we? Why are we here? What's our calling? What's our identity? What is that true desire that we're wanting to live for? Once we have that, we have a sense of oneness of our mind. We are worth it. We are good enough. We're exactly where we need to be. We're in a journey that's exciting. Thus that eliminates and creates a purification of our heart and eliminates the anxieties, eliminates the fears and puts us into a state of enthusiasm, energy, mental clarity, empowerment to go and step forward into these things powerfully, which then we're able to create consistency, sustainability and longevity of our body through our habits, behaviors and lifestyles that are now something we look forward to. And so coming back to your comment is the first thing we have to do is not get the wearable device, is not do the thing. The first thing we have to do is get our self right spiritually, which comes back to identifying who we are. Who do we identify as? What are we? What is our goal, our mission, our purpose? Because once we align that, once we get clear on that, everything else starts to fall into place. Seth Bradley Got it, got it. Yeah, and it's like that body up approach. It's easier to sell. The culture that we live in, it's just easier to sell products. It's easier to get people thinking they need to look a certain way. It's just that sales kind of approach, but it's backwards. You've got to get yourself right spiritually, mentally before the more the body type of physical things can even matter to you internally. Justin Roethlingshoefer I think, yes, I think you're right, but even as you start to look at that, why do you think we're more unhealthy now than ever? We are living in a place where there's more mental illness in our society than ever before. There's more anxiety than ever before. There's more depression than ever before. We're actually sicker physically than ever before. Diabetes is on the rise. Alzheimer's is on the rise. Alzheimer's is just type three diabetes. That's all it is. An inability to control blood sugar. We have an obesity epidemic rising. We have now 52% of Americans that are obese, not overweight, obese. And so it's not more information. It's not getting more of these things. It's not go do this, gym, go and do this thing. There is 77% of people who lose weight and get healthy, gain back the weight they lost. Why? Because it was done in an unsustainable way. They had a hole that they were searching to fill that didn't align along the way. And once they accomplished the certain outcome, it didn't make them feel any different. And so it comes back to this component of integrating everything together. And when I built Own It, that was the big thing I was focused on. Do you have to have an exercise routine? You're darn right you do. Do you have to have a new way of eating? You're darn right you do. Do you want to be able to supplement the right way? You sure do. Do you want to make sure you're sleeping well and have a recovery routine? You're darn right that's important. But you also have to have... the person who's gonna help you with self care, the person who's gonna get your mind right, the person who's gonna get your heart right, the people who are going to help you align in this way, which is why we've got everything in one place and everything had to be integrated. You can't be trying to put your own wheel together because when you put your own wheel together, you miss out. And so I wanted to create a space where somebody could walk in and everything is there. You're gonna come in, you're gonna have your team, your team that wraps their arms around you. You're gonna get your DNA testing, you're gonna get your cellular blood testing, you're gonna get your custom supplementation, you're gonna get your workout plan, you're gonna get your wearable piece of technology so that your health coaches and your functional medicine docs and your RDs can track everything and help you and guide you and put these things in place for you in a slow, iterative way so that over 12 months, you don't even recognize the habits you were in before. But on the same breath, you're gonna be working mentally, emotionally, and spiritually on identifying who you are and how do you get over this gap so we can create a bridge so that you do come in this state of oneness and you step into everything powerfully. And so as a business owner, as an executive, as a business leader, you have become transformed, not conformed to what we're telling you in the world. Seth Bradley Got it. So it truly is holistic, right? It's not let's start one thing two three four. It's all at once small steps to lead to a major change. Justin Roethlingshoefer 100%. And I think the reason that people aren't willing to have patience with it, they're not willing to be developed. Everybody wants to arrive. Everybody wants to get to the end result. But nobody's willing to take the trip. Nobody's willing to have great story. So we had a client who started, this guy owns 17 different franchises and he came to us about three months ago. Four weeks into his process, he called and goes, I'm unhappy, I'm not seeing changes. I've been in this for four weeks and I've just been adding some different habits. I'm looking at my wearable devices. I've just got my testing done. Nothing's changing yet. I said to him — and let's call this guy Chris — I said, Chris... We don't even have your full testing results back yet. We've only really started to implement a lot of these lifestyle changes and routines about three and a half weeks ago. We've only been able to get two really deep in-depth calls to get you realigned. We've only just started to add some of these things in. And you kind of talk him off a ledge, talk him off a ledge. He comes back, continues to be consistent. And just last week... He's been with us, like I said, for about three and a half months. Just last week, he sends us a screenshot. His quality of sleep used to be at about 37%. So REM and deep sleep totals over total time of sleep time. His quality sleep was always about 37%. He just passed 50%. His HRV, which is an intrinsic measure of how your body's adapting to stress and strain... was his average was about 24. Just for a little bit of context, your goal is to always see a trend line upwards. His trend line was always downwards. He has an average HRV now of 54. His respiration rate, meaning how many breaths per minute he's taking throughout the course of the day is dropping, meaning he's becoming more efficient. His blood glucose levels, because we've now tested twice, are half of what they were before. He was at a pre-diabetic level previously. His anxiety in terms of just talking is half of what it was and he's down 16 pounds. Seth Bradley Got it, got it. Yeah, and it's like that body up approach. It's easier to sell. The culture that we live in, it's just easier to sell products. It's easier to get people thinking they need to look a certain way. It's just that sales kind of approach, but it's backwards. You've got to get yourself right spiritually, mentally before the more the body type of physical things can even matter to you internally. Justin Roethlingshoefer I think, yes, I think you're right, but even as you start to look at that, why do you think we're more unhealthy now than ever? We are living in a place where there's more mental illness in our society than ever before. There's more anxiety than ever before. There's more depression than ever before. We're actually sicker physically than ever before. Diabetes is on the rise. Alzheimer's is on the rise. Alzheimer's is just type three diabetes. That's all it is. An inability to control blood sugar. We have an obesity epidemic rising. We have now 52% of Americans that are obese, not overweight, obese. And so it's not more information. It's not getting more of these things. It's not go do this, gym, go and do this thing. There is 77% of people who lose weight and get healthy, gain back the weight they lost. Why? Because it was done in an unsustainable way. They had a hole that they were searching to fill that didn't align along the way. And once they accomplished the certain outcome, it didn't make them feel any different. And so it comes back to this component of integrating everything together. And when I built Own It, that was the big thing I was focused on. Do you have to have an exercise routine? You're darn right you do. Do you have to have a new way of eating? You're darn right you do. Do you want to be able to supplement the right way? You sure do. Do you want to make sure you're sleeping well and have a recovery routine? You're darn right that's important. But you also have to have... the person who's gonna help you with self care, the person who's gonna get your mind right, the person who's gonna get your heart right, the people who are going to help you align in this way, which is why we've got everything in one place and everything had to be integrated. You can't be trying to put your own wheel together because when you put your own wheel together, you miss out. And so I wanted to create a space where somebody could walk in and everything is there. You're gonna come in, you're gonna have your team, your team that wraps their arms around you. You're gonna get your DNA testing, you're gonna get your cellular blood testing, you're gonna get your custom supplementation, you're gonna get your workout plan, you're gonna get your wearable piece of technology so that your health coaches and your functional medicine docs and your RDs can track everything and help you and guide you and put these things in place for you in a slow, iterative way so that over 12 months, you don't even recognize the habits you were in before. But on the same breath, you're gonna be working mentally, emotionally, and spiritually on identifying who you are and how do you get over this gap so we can create a bridge so that you do come in this state of oneness and you step into everything powerfully. And so as a business owner, as an executive, as a business leader, you have become transformed, not conformed to what we're telling you in the world. Seth Bradley Got it. So it truly is holistic, right? It's not let's start one thing two three four. It's all at once small steps to lead to a major change. Justin Roethlingshoefer 100%. And I think the reason that people aren't willing to have patience with it, they're not willing to be developed. Everybody wants to arrive. Everybody wants to get to the end result. But nobody's willing to take the trip. Nobody's willing to have great story. So we had a client who started, this guy owns 17 different franchises and he came to us about three months ago. Four weeks into his process, he called and goes, I'm unhappy, I'm not seeing changes. I've been in this for four weeks and I've just been adding some different habits. I'm looking at my wearable devices. I've just got my testing done. Nothing's changing yet. I said to him — and let's call this guy Chris — I said, Chris... We don't even have your full testing results back yet. We've only really started to implement a lot of these lifestyle changes and routines about three and a half weeks ago. We've only been able to get two really deep in-depth calls to get you realigned. We've only just started to add some of these things in. And you kind of talk him off a ledge, talk him off a ledge. He comes back, continues to be consistent. And just last week... He's been with us, like I said, for about three and a half months. Just last week, he sends us a screenshot. His quality of sleep used to be at about 37%. So REM and deep sleep totals over total time of sleep time. His quality sleep was always about 37%. He just passed 50%. His HRV, which is an intrinsic measure of how your body's adapting to stress and strain... was his average was about 24. Just for a little bit of context, your goal is to always see a trend line upwards. His trend line was always downwards. He has an average HRV now of 54. His respiration rate, meaning how many breaths per minute he's taking throughout the course of the day is dropping, meaning he's becoming more efficient. His blood glucose levels, because we've now tested twice, are half of what they were before. He was at a pre-diabetic level previously. His anxiety in terms of just talking is half of what it was and he's down 16 pounds. Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links: Seth Bradley's Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en   Justine Roethlingshoefer's Links: https://www.youtube.com/@justinroethlingshoefer https://www.facebook.com/justin.roethlingshoefer https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-roethlingshoefer/ https://justinroethlingshoefer.com/

You're not a billboard, but your life is always sending a message. Not with slogans, but with what you accept, what you tolerate, and what you consistently allow. The question is—what is your life promoting?Today, I want to invite you to take a good, honest look—not to judge, not to shame—but to align. Because you weren't made to live passively. You were built to live with fire. And that starts with this truth: What you allow, you promote.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)

This week on Own It, we're talking to Lisa Kribs from TGW Studio. She is based in Rochester, New York, and came up through the creative side of the business. Her firm is a social impact marketing and creative studio that helps clients tell their stories. She is also a musician and recently finished an E-P! As you can imagine, we had a lot to discuss. I'm always excited to learn from creative brains. This episode certainly has a lot of that. Find links to Lisa Kribs's LinkedIn profile and TGW Studio's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Are the people in your life lifting you up — or quietly weighing you down?In this episode of Work It, Live It, Own It, we're diving deep into the power of true friendship and what it really means to build a supportive, purpose-aligned community. Whether you're navigating workplace drama, feeling stuck in one-sided friendships, or craving deeper connection, this conversation will help you recognize the red flags, honor your growth, and start building the circle you deserve.We'll explore:What real friendship actually looks likeHow to spot toxic patterns and emotional red flagsThe truth about workplace relationships (and how to protect your peace)Why friendships sometimes fall apart — and how to mend them when it mattersPowerful conversation starters to heal rifts and set boundariesHow to be the kind of friend you want to attractWhether you're evolving, grieving the loss of a friendship, or searching for your people — this episode gives you both wisdom and tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. Key Takeaways:The relationships you choose directly impact your peace, purpose, and progress.A true friend listens, celebrates your wins, respects your boundaries, and shows up — even when it's inconvenient.It's okay to outgrow people. It's also okay to fight for the friendships that matter.Boundaries protect you. Communication can heal. And real connection is always worth the effort. Mentioned in this Episode:Conversation starters for conflict resolution and connectionSuicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.): Call or text 988Visit WorkItLiveItOwnIt.com to leave your question for a future episodeListen If You've Been Asking:Why do I feel drained after spending time with certain people?What should I do when a friend is jealous or dismissive?How can I fix a broken friendship — or walk away with grace?Why do I feel lonely even in a crowd?How do I set boundaries with coworkers?Rate, Review & SubscribeIf this episode gave you clarity or comfort, take 60 seconds to rate and review the show. It helps more people find this space for healing and real connection. Subscribe to Work It, Live It, Own It! on your favorite podcast platform. Watch and subscribe on YouTube for full episodes and bonus videos.Ready to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TSEmail for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com

This week on Own It we're talking to Erin Gwiazdon from Level Mpls. She spent several years at Level before joining the executive team, then moving into an ownership role. Most of her career has been on the agency side, but did jump out and work for brands in healthcare and arts.  We had a great conversation about spending time outdoors on the lake, her journey to ownership and her thoughts on closing the gap in advertising agency ownership. There's so much great insight and learning in this episode. You'll enjoy it as much as I did. Find links to Erin Gwiazdon's LinkedIn profile and the agency website for Level Mpls in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Ever feel like you're crushing your goals but secretly crashing your health?Let's get real — if your body's not in peak shape, your biz won't be either.In this episode of the Happy Hustle Podcast, I sat down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, a total legend in the human performance world. He's a health strategist, author, and founder of OWN IT, where he helps high-performers take full control of their health through personalized data-driven strategies. This guy went from health breakdowns in his early 20s to coaching pro athletes and entrepreneurs to optimal performance. So basically... he walks the talk.We dive into why chronic disease is off the charts in America (spoiler alert: 67% of Americans have at least one!), and more importantly, what YOU can do about it.Justin and I unpack the real root causes of poor health (hint: it's not your genes), and he drops the mic with this truth: "Genetics may load the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger."In our conversation, we discussed:The four core health metrics you must track to thrive (HRV, VO2 max, sleep quality, and micronutrients)How to shift from reacting to your health… to OWNING itWhy your environment matters more than your geneticsThe difference between commitment vs. compromise — and how those choices compound over timeHow to make your health span match your lifespanIf you're an entrepreneur who wants more energy, mental clarity, and long-term freedom, this convo is a must-listen.Your business doesn't run without your body. Your legacy won't last without your health.So, go tune in and start optimizing your performance from the inside out.And remember: You were built to thrive, not just survive.In this episode, we cover: -Introduction to Health Optimization -Justin's Journey to Health and Performance -The State of Health in America -Chronic Diseases and Their Impact -The Role of Environment in Health -Taking Ownership of Your Health -The Importance of Commitment vs. Compromise -Four Key Components of Health -Understanding Heart Rate Variability -Improving VO2 Max and Cellular Health -Understanding Heart Rate Zones -Strength Training Essentials -Nutrition and Muscle Building -Metrics for Health Optimization -Personalized Coaching and Programs -Rapid Fire Round and Final ThoughtsWhat does happy Hustlin mean to you? Justin says Happy Hustlin means that you get to do what you love every single day. You wake up with freedom, you wake up with fulfillment, and you wake up with friends and family that truly allow you to live a life that is for him and his kingdom.Connect with Justinhttps://www.facebook.com/ownitcoaching1/https://www.instagram.com/ownit.coaching/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDetLdQmF_t_sEM-6d4eFkQhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/justown-it/Find Justin on this website: ownitcoaching.com Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured Get a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Coursehttps://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventurehttps://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/“It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode Sponsors:If you're feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy's been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that's been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers. This ain't your average magnesium—it's got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all nightIf you're ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.99 Designs- Need a killer logo, stunning website, or next-level brand design?Stop DIY-ing and start delegating like a boss with 99designs by Vista! Neurable- If you're looking to level up your focus, productivity, and mental wellbeing all at once, do yourself a favor and check out Neurable. You get a special hookup—just use the code HAPPY at checkout and get $100 off.

You'll pay for growth one way or another—either with money up front, or with regret down the road. This episode is about why the most powerful investments you can make… are in yourself.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)BOOKS, ARTICLES, VIDEOS, & PODCASTS:Why Investing in Yourself Pays Off | Jim Rohn | The #1 Investment You Must Make (YouTube)Invest In Yourself: The Best Bet You Can Ever Make (Psychology Today)

Welcome back to Part 2 of our transformative conversation with April Mason on "Women of Impact." In this half, Lisa and April dive into the essential traits every woman needs to master her self-worth, set boundaries, and stop settling for less—from respecting your own time to building individuality, authenticity, and uncompromising standards in relationships. April breaks down her 24 core traits for feminine self-mastery, illustrating how deep self-respect not only influences the dating world but ripples out into parenting, career, and personal fulfillment. April unpacks the often-overlooked superpowers of sensitivity, warmth, and charisma, guiding listeners to reconnect with their bodies and heal deep-rooted trauma. There's an honest look at the struggle of putting your own name on the "building," literally and figuratively, and the ongoing work that real change requires. April and Lisa share actionable ideas for cultivating self-ownership and internal validation, putting the power back in your own hands for love, business, and life itself. If you're ready to take practical steps toward your next level, this is your blueprint. SHOWNOTES 24:05 April's 3-Step Approach to Triggers (Recap) 28:14 Respect: The #1 Trait and Why Women Struggle to Own It 29:33 Respecting Your Own Time, Commitments, and Boundaries 34:01 Individuality as the Root of Confidence and Relationship Success 35:23 Why Women Lose Their Uniqueness and How to Reclaim It 37:05 Navigating Criticism, People-Pleasing, and Staying True to Yourself 40:02 The “Dripping Effect”: Why Early Red Flags Escalate Over Time 41:53 How to Cultivate a ‘Husband-Quality' Pool—and Weed Out the Wrong Ones 43:32 The Four Pillars of Womanhood: Femininity, Spirituality, Sensuality, Wisdom 44:03 The Power and Purpose of Sensitivity (Not Unbotheredness) 46:44 Recognizing and Healing Nervous System Trauma 47:27 Daily Self-Check-Ins for Emotional Awareness 47:47 The Value of Charisma and Why Women Need It 48:43 April's Story: Putting Her Name on the Building and Overcoming Fear 54:01 The Ongoing Work of Healing and Self-Ownership 59:32 Compassion, Boundaries, and Avoiding Over-Giving 1:00:41 Where to Learn More: All Things Feminine Social Club FOLLOW APRIL MASON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaprilmason/ Website: https://allthingsfeminine.com CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ BIOptimizers: Head to⁠ https://bioptimizers.com/impact ⁠and use code IMPACT for 10% off.  OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you reaching for a drink to relax… or to escape? In this powerful episode of Work It, Live It, Own It!, we dive deep into the emotional triggers behind alcohol use with special guest Gina Kunadian—a TEDx speaker and women's alcohol-free sobriety coach.If you're a high-functioning woman juggling work, caregiving, and endless responsibilities, it's easy to fall into the pattern of drinking to cope. But what if alcohol isn't really the problem… and what you're truly craving is rest, clarity, and connection?Gina shares her personal journey with alcoholism and recovery, reveals the emotional roots of addiction, and offers practical, judgment-free guidance for women who want to stop numbing and start healing. In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why high-achieving women often turn to alcohol to escapeThe emotional pain hiding beneath casual drinking habitsSigns you may be numbing out without realizing itWhat to do instead of reaching for alcohol when you're overwhelmedGina's Transformation SHINE Process to support alcohol-free livingHow to break the cycle of emotional drinking with compassion, not shame Resources + Links Mentioned:Connect with Gina Kunadian → https://www.ginakunadian.comListen to the Shine Within Podcast Related Episode: Manifesting Self-Respect: Educate Others to Treat You Right Ready to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TSEmail for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com

"Divine Assignment: Know It. Own It. Walk In It."In this viral-worthy episode, Dr. Kelly Elmore dives deep into how to discern, define, and fully embrace your divine assignment. From identifying signs of spiritual nudges to learning how to silence the noise of doubt, this conversation will activate your inner knowing and inspire aligned action. This is your moment to remember: You are not off-track—you are on assignment.Share, like, and follow this Vivalife SPF ME podcast on Spotify/Amazon,/Google platformsVivaLife SPF ME • A podcast on Spotify for PodcastersSubscribe to our YouTube: https://youtube.com/@vivalifehealthhub8261?si=zLFMLAZ126ss6qyOClick the link below to join our mailing list, events, and experienceshttps://vivalifespfme.com/dr-kelly-o-md-linktreeBook Dr. Kelly O., MD: https://vivalifespfme.com/speakerBuy your journal: https://vivalifespfme.myshopify.com/products/vivalife-spf-me-journal We can't be erased, T-shirt & Hat! https://vivalifespfme.myshopify.com/products/we-cant-be-erased-tshirt #Affirmation #365DaysofAffirmation #VivalifeSPFMEPodcast #VivalifeSPFME #VivalifeHealthHUB #DrKellyOMD

This week on Own It we're talking to Kristen O'Neall of Mirage Media. She came up through the account services side of the business and founded Mirage Media last year.  Kristen is an admitted workaholic and is passionate about being a strategic visionary for her clients.  We had such a fun conversation about her journey, her influences and her thoughts on the state of gender balance in advertising agency ownership. She is so energetic and smart. We learned a lot from this conversation. We're sure you will as well.  Thanks for listening to this episode of OWN IT with You can find links to Kristen O'Neall's LinkedIn profile and the Mirage Media website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

This week on Own It we're talking to Liz Seelye from StarryEyed Strategy. Her firm believes to be starryeyed means to be creative, collaborative and visionary so you can dream new ideas and make them a reality.  But she also has a renewable energy company with her husband, trail runs and has been to over 40 countries, a dozen or so with one or more of her five children.  As you can tell, Liz is multifaceted and fascinating. We had such a great conversation and, of course, got into the challenges of the gender gap in agency ownership.  We so loved learning from her. We know you will, too.  Find links to Liz Seelye's LinkedIn profile and the ⁠StarryEyed Strategy⁠ agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

Have you ever convinced yourself someone was mad at you, only to find out they weren't even thinking about you? Yeah, me too. Our brains love to fill in the blanks... but sometimes, the stories we tell ourselves are complete lies. And those lies can wreck our peace, our relationships, and our progress. Today, we're going to expose those lies—and forge something better in their place.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)BOOKS, ARTICLES, VIDEOS, & PODCASTS:Key & Peele - Text Conversation Goes Very Wrong (YouTube)The Mel Robbins Podcast (Bryan Stevenson)

This week on Own It we're talking to Kerry McKibbin from Mischief. What can you say about the success of her firm? They've been in the top three agencies on Ad Age's A-List each of the last four years, including topping that list twice in that time.  Their work is amazing. Their success is something we're all both impressed by and maybe a little envious of.  As you might imagine, I tried to mine her for all sorts of insights from her journey, her leadership, her thoughts on the business and more.   There's so much good to glean from this episode. You're going to love it. You can find links to Kerry McKibbin's LinkedIn profile and the Mischief website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com.  If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community.  Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.

There's a big difference between leading people and lording over them. One earns respect… the other demands obedience. One builds trust… the other breeds fear. And if you don't know which one you're doing, you might be the problem. Let's talk about it.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)

If reinvention were a passport, Colin Savage's pages would be full. From global projects across seven countries to helping old-school industries like Japanese insurers modernize with tact, Colin's career isn't just built on change—it thrives on it.In Part One, we go deep on the difference between chasing novelty and building purpose. Colin dismantles the dated idea of “lifelong learning” and replaces it with something sharper: skill stacking. You'll also hear how he developed change muscles by moving countries, industries, and ideas—without ever losing sight of what matters.Key Highlights of Our Interview:The Purpose Behind the Pivot“Change is exciting—but if there's no deeper reason behind it, it's just noise.” Why purpose should lead, not lag, behind transformation.Skill Stacking vs. Lifelong Learning“Lifelong learning sounds noble—but it's often aimless. Skill stacking is intentional.” Colin's case for mastering combinations over collecting badges.Japan: Where Change Means Patience“In the Japanese life insurance industry, I learned that fast isn't always smart.” Why transformation in traditional sectors demands humility and consensus.The Trap of Unfinished Adventures“You can jump into change for the thrill—but it's the follow-through that matters.” Why Colin says completion is underrated in careers.Addicted to Change? Own It.“I love novelty—but I've learned to pair it with discipline.” Colin's method for staying curious without burning out._________________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Colin Savage  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.18 Million+ All-Time Downloads.80+ Countries Reached Daily.Global Top 1.5% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>170,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

Send us a textWelcome, beautiful souls! In this inspiring and soul-stirring episode of Life of Love, Julie Hilsen sits down with transformational coach and podcaster Andrea Johnson to explore what it really means to deconstruct old beliefs, reclaim your voice, and stand tall and own it.

If your life feels off course right now, there's one truth you need to face—you are the only one who can change it. Not your boss. Not your spouse. Not your past. Leadership doesn't begin when someone hands you a title. It begins the moment you decide to stop blaming and start building. This is the episode that's going to call you out—and call you up.--SHOW NOTES & LINKS:Join The Forge! (Application)Forged by FIRE Facebook GroupBuy my book!Own It!: Build a Fire Service Culture of Trust and Integrity Through Accountability (Book)