Podcast appearances and mentions of shelli varela

When it's all said and done, will you be able to look at yourself and say you lived your life to its fullest potential?    Shelli Varela shares her inspiring story to encourage us to close the gap from who we are now to who we want to become.    Source: First Female Firefighter | Shelli Varela   Connect with Shelli Varela:    Website: Shelli Varela https://www.yesuniversity.com   Instagram: shellivarela   Book: Peanut Meets the Pigtailed Firefighter (Children's Book Ages 3+)   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)    Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com   Support The Show: Donate

#671 This may come as a surprise, but your story has nothing to do with you. You see, when people hear about your journey, they actually feel the possibilities in their own life. When you share vulnerably, your story becomes a vehicle of hope for the listener! That's why storytelling is one of the most powerful skills you can develop as an entrepreneur. But don't take my word for it—listen in on my conversation with Shelli Varela to experience it firsthand. Today, she shares her inspiring journey from a 108-pound manicurist to becoming the first female firefighter in her city. This incredible transformation is now at the core of Shelli's roles as a public speaker, author, and podcaster. Don't miss this unbelievably moving episode because, as you'll learn, everybody has a story. Shelli delivers the tools and examples you need to hone this skill and connect with your audience on a whole new level! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session671.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Michelle Sandler left a successful marketing career to raise 3 kids, she never expected to return to the workforce for $8 an hour. But instead of playing small, she used it as motivation to elevate her technical skills as a sales and marketing professional, integrator and eventually entrepreneur.    Now she runs a successful business helping other entrepreneurs, course creators, business people and visionaries achieve their own goals by building their technical online platform - specifically using Searchie.io. Michelle joins The YES Effect podcast with Shelli Varela to talk about the difficult journey from hyper-focused business woman, to maternity, and then re-entering the workforce after raising children.  In this episode, you'll learn:   What Michelle did to keep her skills and mind sharp during maternity leave How to manage the transition from successful career to full time motherhood Why Michelle still said “yes” to a job offer of $8/hr The steps she took to go from low-paying job to starting a business How a low-paying job can teach you about self worth Why you should niche down in business to have a greater impact on your customers Why Michelle chose starting a business over a more stable corporate career Why so many people who spend lots of money on courses, events etc. often don't get results What we all need to to in order to offer our true gifts to the world   Quotables: “Don't let one single moment go by without grabbing the most out of it that you can.” -MS “I could change the world's mind about me.” -MS “Don't let anybody else tell you anything differently than what you know in your heart is capable.” “We were all brought into the world to do something unique and wonderful and special. And you know it you should listen to it. And you just have to believe in it. When you do that, man, watch out world.” -MS Links mentioned in this episode:   https://www.shellcreative.org/  Book “Rocket Fuel” on Indigo Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become!   Join Shelli on Facebook Join Shelli on Instagram Join Shelli on YouTube

Tom Martin has won multiple Emmy Awards as a writer for The Simpsons and WordGirl. But he's not just a funny guy with a knack for entertainment. He's someone who has learned the art of using writing - funny or not - to go inside people·s lives and share their journeys in a way that touches others. Here, he joins The YES Effect podcast with Shelli Varela with advice on how to land big opportunities and how you can find inspiration from just about anything - even being a volunteer firefighter (which he is).   In this episode, you'll learn:   How Tom got a job as a writer for The Simpsons How saying “no” is a truly powerful way to, in fact, say “yes” Why so many people fail to bring great ideas to life (hint: start telling people) Why being nervous to put yourself out there is actually a good thing A big lesson he learned as a standup comedian: people really don't care about you…and that's to your advantage. How Tom learned to stay cool and composed during the biggest fire in Colorado history Why writers should swear as much as possible in your first draft     Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become!   Join Shelli on Facebook Join Shelli on Instagram Join Shelli on YouTube  

Blake Fly has taken the pain out of sales and marketing and made it fun. The secret? Just being thankful and kind. Blake is the founder of “Thank University” and teaches entrepreneurs how to build their businesses (and not be weirded out by) delivering unexpected appreciation and gratitude.   Here he joins The YES Effect Podcast with Shelli Varela to share how he started and grew his “Thank You” movement (what began as a holiday party), and some simple, everyday things you can do to be more top of mind for potential customers and collaborators, by simply being kind.  In this episode, you'll learn: How Blake grew his own reach with daily social media posts How you can incorporate more fun into your business without sacrificing income and impact How you can get on almost anyone's attention - even out of thin air A story of how Blake generated a ton of work for himself simply by sending a video of a cereal box in a grocery aisle to a friend (true story - it's hilarious) Why every time you think about someone you should TELL them  How Blake and his wife started his giant “Thank You” event by inviting some friends over to write thank you cards for each other The power of doing a “Future Interview” to visualize and materialize success Why we should consider making sales and marketing more wacky and weird (it works!) How he encouraged one of his Thank University members to finally finish a book…simply by making it all about his own dad.   Quotables: “Sales & marketing can be a blast if we're OK with making it weird and wacky by being our super normal self.” -BF   “Do it imperfectly, because it actually guarantees you a better outcome.” -SV   “Making a deal bigger in business (means) lean in and bet on yourself. Why not?” -BF   “How many times do we miss an opportunity to let  someone know they matter to make someone be seen or remind somebody that we believe in them?” -SV   “Instead of making sales and marketing, what is the invitation to what party, and what's a cool way to give out as many invitations to the ideal people as possible?” -BF   “Oftentimes, before you can believe in yourself, you need to borrow somebody else's confidence.  And sometimes you never know how simple it is to change somebody's day but somebody's life.” -SV Links mentioned in this episode: Blake's “3 Simple Ways To INSTANTLY Connect With Potential Promotional Partners” https://instantconnecting.com/    Blake on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blakefly/?hl=en  Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become!   Join Shelli on Facebook Join Shelli on Instagram Join Shelli on YouTube

Darrah Brustein has worked with Deepak Chopra, Seth Godin, founded a nation-wide credit card processing company, and has been featured in Time Magazine, Forbes, Inc. and CNN. And with every new achievement, she learned what it takes to gain the confidence to continually say "yes." Now, this entrepreneur, coach and teacher helps others build their own self confidence and find their path to purpose. Here, she joins The YES Effect with Shelli Varela to explain how you can create more confidence for yourself, as well as how your body will instantly tell you whether you're on the right track or not.     In this episode, you'll learn:   Advice for anyone looking to find their purpose How you can “borrow” someone else's confidence in you to build your own How to make your next BIG idea less daunting and more achievable The 3 reactions your body will have to any question you ask yourself  An exercise to determine if you really want to pursue something How to perfectly balance manifestation and action What Darrah did when approached - anonymously - by Deepak Chopra How Darrah uses her core values to direct her decisions Why you should stop trying to find your one sole purpose   Quotables:   “If you need a roadmap, have it be one that you can hold on loosely enough that you can reverse engineer from the end to get from the starting point to just the next step. And only focus on that next step…with a little bit of a horizon looking out.” -DB   “It's through the failures and things that don't go the way we want we really learn things.” -DB   “In between where we end up is the becoming. Before you can become something, there's a moment where you believed you could.” -SV   “If you don't see it in yourself, how do you borrow confidence from people who see it in you?” -DB   Links mentioned in this episode: Darrah Brustein: https://darrah.co/   Free download: “9 questions to ask your network to help you find your path” https://darrah.co/freebies  Darrah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrahb/?hl=en   Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become!   Join Shelli on Facebook Join Shelli on Instagram Join Shelli on YouTube

Barely 5-feet tall and just 21 years old, Cassandra Chyz defied every conventional thought - even her own mother's - to become a full time firefighter in Canada's biggest city, Toronto. From going all-in on training and moving across the country to learn, to failing entry tests and nearly giving up, her remarkable story is proof that all as long as you're willing to put the work in, success is inevitable. Cassandra was a pupil of Shelli's - a trailblazer among female firefighters in Canada, herself. Here, Chyz joins The YES Effect with Shelli Varela to share her inspirational journey that began with a spontaneous decision to attend a week-long firefighter camp. She shares how she worked to stand out amongst her male-dominated competition, and even replays the highly emotional voicemail left for Shelli when she was finally offered the job. In this episode, you'll learn: How Cassandra discovered firefighting after dropping out of school and working odd jobs How seeing Shelli for the first time changed everything for Cassandra The list of things Shelli advised her to do to stand out and get hired as a firefighter, including in the final interview Why Cassandra moved across the country to volunteer How even Cassandra's mom didn't think she could be a firefighter   The outside things Cassandra took on to advance her skills  The event that almost caused Cassandra to give up The ah ha moment that encouraged her to keep going and eventually land her dream job in her hometown Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become! Join Shelli on Facebook Join Shelli on Instagram Join Shelli on YouTube

If you've ever wanted to get more people to absorb what you're trying to tell them…listen. No really, listen. That's the fundamental principle behind Hello Audio - a game-changing new tool that helps you learn and teach more easily by harnessing the effectiveness - and profound popularity - of audio.  In this episode of The YES Effect, Hello Audio Developer Dr. Lindsay Padilla joins Shelli Varela to dig into her journey from college professor - and one of the pioneers of teaching online - to creating Hello Audio, a platform which converts course content into podcasts.  In this episode, you'll learn: *Why learning through audio works so well  *Why so many people struggle to finish the courses or programs they paid for  *Why teaching is as much about emotion as it is about information *Other industries turning to audio for teaching *The moment Dr. Padilla dropped everything and said YES to starting a business helping entrepreneurs to teach clients and students at a whole new level  PLUS An inspiring story about the Wright Brothers (inventors of the airplane) you've probably never heard. Join The YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group for a behind the scenes experience about what it means to Believe, Belong and Become! Join Shelli on Facebook The YES Effect on Instagram

One of the most powerful tools in your marketing toolbox is storytelling.  Using your stories effectively costs nothing and creates a connection with your clients like nothing else canOur guest this week, Tedx Speaker Shelli Varela, helps us understand what our stories are, why we need to tell our stories, how to tell them and create impact, and what that means for our relationship with our clients and customers. Shelli walks us through:·      Everybody has a story – multiple stories in fact – how to uncover yours·      The power of your story – here's a secret – it's not about you – it's about the listener (aka your clients)·      How to create a “bridge of possibility” for your clients and customers·      The pivotal moment that gives your story meaning and makes any event a “story”·      How using your story helps your customers believe YOU can deliver the transformation they are looking for and that they can actually achieve it as well.This is a powerful episode that will change how you communicate with your clients, potential clients, friends and family.LINKS:YES Effect Inner Circle Facebook Group:  YES Effect GroupSHEcorporated Magazine:  Subscribe NowVisit SHEcorporated main site: https://www.shecorporated.com/

For many years, women were perceived as the weaker sex, unable to perform activities or carry out roles in which men were the gender determined to fulfill them, taking them to prove themselves, their courage, and strength. Women like today's guest Shelli Varela didn't have the idea that their dreams will open the door for many women in the future. After following her dreams to become a firefighter and failing the first test, Shelli continued fighting until she reached it, leading her to become the first female firefighter in Canada, and today you will hear her story. Don't miss this episode! I promise that you will leave with a soul, spirit, and heart full of inspiration. ABOUT SHELLI VARELA: Shelli Varela proudly became the first female firefighter with the Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services in 1994, and most recently, the first female Fire Captain. She is a Story Alchemist, Fire Captain, 2x TedX Speaker, Author, Host of the Forbes featured podcast “The YES Effect" Show, Champion for the Underdog and over the years, Shelli has used her own experiences to serve as an example that all things are possible. CONNECT WITH SHELLI VARELA: Instagram: @shellivarela The YES Effect Podcast Hacking Possibilities TEDxSantaBarbara WHAT YOU WILL HEAR: [4:32] Meeting Shelli. [11:00] Why not be you? [15:37] Waiting for the call that would change her life. [17:40] "My success was inevitable." [20:08] Changing the labels. [26:04] A female in a male-dominated job. [31:48] Mention an untenanted challenge you had to navigate. [34:05] From being bullied to becoming famous. [39:30] What advice do you give to people who have the potential to hit a home run? [45:42] What is it like to be the first woman in Canada to work in this area? [50:34] Mental health awareness in the firefight community from the female perspective. If you look at the civilized world and think, "no thank you," then you should subscribe to our podcast, so you don't miss a single episode! Also, join the uncivilized community, and connect with me on my website, Facebook, or Instagram so you can join in on our live recordings, ask questions to guests, and more. This episode is sponsored by Zensquatch Apparel. Checkout www.Zensquatch.com and use promo code " UNcivilized " for 20% off your purchases AND FREE SHIPPING for the month of August 2021. Find Traver on Instagram @traverBoehm Get a copy my book, Man UNcivilized Start your journey to become the man the that the world failed to teach you how to be.

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How did Shelli Varela go from a manicurist to a firefighter to a teen mentor? Much the same as many of the guests this season who didn't start out with the goal of working with teens. Join us as Shelli shares how it "feels" when she notices the next best thing and what you can do now to tune in to yourself. She believes that not all gifts come wrapped in bows and that your body will never lie to you. LINKS: Connect with Shelli after the podcast on IG, FB and TikTok: @shellivarela You can connect with Kim at: TikTok @kimlukens  or can find all of her connections spots through on https://linktr.ee/kimlukens   QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY Welcome, Shelli Varela! When Shelli had to pay for college  The dangers of putting yourself in a box Why not you? Pay attention to what brings you alive  Tuning in to your body  Starting with possibilities  Give yourself permission to fail 

Can you say yes to the Divine? In this episode of Cosmic Consciousness, host Jewels Arnes is joined by guest Shelli Varela as they talk about learning to hear the Divine guiding you in life. Shelli talks about her story, when she began to tap into the Divine daily and how she got a [...]

Against overwhelming odds and improbable beginnings, anything is possible when you have the will to succeed. That's a lesson my guest today lives by. I'm talking to a dear friend, TEDx Speaker and Fire Captain, Shelli Varela, who lives her life redefining what is possible over and over again. Formerly, she was an artist unclear about her life's path. While meeting a firefighter, she discovered the chance to not only learn about the job but ignite something magical within herself. She would use that magic to correct some of the teachings she'd been given and help transform her fire department.  During my interview with Shelli, we explore many topics including: How do you know what really lights you up? Which three words changed the trajectory of Shelli's life? Why was her story of her 8-year old bullied self more effective than her firefighter story? What is Shelli's definition of story and what nuggets can you walk away with that can change your perception? What you will learn in this episode: How different stories can affect your audience Why vulnerability makes for better storytelling How you can create memories for others Who is Shelli? In 1994, Shelli Varela became the first female firefighter in Canada's 6th largest city. She had to overcome the physical odds of her 108-pound body, and after initial failure and months of work, she succeeded. She not only went on to become its first and only female Fire Captain but also twice won the Firefighter of the Year Award. At first, Shelli hesitated to apply for a firefighter position. But then, she heard three words whispered in her ear that forever changed the course of her life. Ever since, she's been teaching others to uncover and tell their stories in powerful ways, in addition to still fighting fires. She's even authored a children's book to teach readers that everything is possible and you can accomplish anything you choose. Shelli has the gift of seeing the gift in other people. Her life path now involves using this gift to help her clients re-frame their stories so they can change the world with it. Her motto: a well-told story serves, spreads, and sells. Links and Resources: @shellivarela on Instagram @shelliraevarela on Facebook @shellivarela on Twitter Peanut Meets the Pigtailed Firefighter by Sheila Varela @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook

In this first episode, your host Netta Gorman tells her story to friend and Forbes-featured podcast host, author, and Ted Talk speaker, Shelli Varela.

Guest Shelli Varela is the master storyteller and helping others finding their rocket fuel to unbox themselves through their stories. Host of the Yes Effect podcast, Shelli's own story, from Bullied to Hero, will inspire you to discover YOUR possibilities. This 2 minute video of her backstory and mission always give me goose bumps... Watch it here now: https://youtu.be/WHflF_IZpPAIn this episode, we got to chat about how Shelli has learned to work with her personality instead of against it, as she has had to fight against the lies the world was telling her who she was and what she could do.  Join her Craft Your Story challenge on Jan 11th at YesUniveristy.comAs an Enneagram newbie, Shelli got to ask me some questions too to get some insights on what her Enneagram type might be and how to grow from it.For more information on how to find your type more accurately than taking a test... go to the Secrets to Enneagram Typing at go.powercoachjen.com/secretsIt's finally here!!The Enneagram App for Entrepreneurs is a PWA (Progressive Web App) which is all the craze now. Why??➤ small footprint on your device➤ ability to install it on all of your devices➤ ability to access it from any web browser➤ updates are immediate without requiring you to download a thing! Download Enneagram App for Entrepreneurs here: https://ubu.powercoachjen.com/cardSupport the show

Shelli is a Trailblazer, Truth-teller, Story Alchemist and Possibility Hacker who shamelessly believes that EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE (and has the tattoo to prove it)A 3rd generation Storyteller with Indigenous roots, Shelli understands the sacred nature of sharing your gifts and teaching others. In her culture, the "Talking Stick" is held in circle- signifying that the holder of the stick has the floor (much like the modern day microphone), and One's "Original Medicine" is that one  divine and unique gift that each of us possess that- if not shared- will be lost for all time.Shelli is a Forbes-featured podcast host, a 2x TEDx speaker, an author and a protector of the underdog.She was hired in 1994 as the first female firefighter in Canada's 6th largest city, where she continues to fight fires and save lives.YES UNIVERSITY! Shelli's Free 7 Day Workshop! www.YesUniversity.comSticking To Your Resolutions Is Impossible When You Are Coming At It With Your Logical Brain! Reprogram Your Subconscious and Have The Success You Desire.Start Your Transformation By Downloading Your Gift Now!https://www.thecosmicvalkyrie.com/signupLynn Louise spent a decade figuring out how to completely heal from her past trauma.She dove in the deep end and now knows what works! It is her dharma to share this information with the world in order to help others transform their own lives. Giving them the ability to live from possibilities instead of limitations. Helping them step into their deep purpose and create a life of love and abundance."Valkyries lead warriors from the battlefield to Valhalla. I am Your Cosmic Valkyrie, moving you from observer of your life into the Cosmic Creator that you came to earth to be. " - Lynn LouiseIf you are like most people I coach, you have been in and out of therapy and are still stuck in struggle and sadness, and you are ready to take your healing into your own hands. Lynn Louise is going to give you the tools to get that ball rolling!You are going to learn how to master your thoughts, uplevel, ascend, and align! Reprogram your subconscious to be a supportive ally, instead of a snarky bitcha! Stay tapped in daily by following The Cosmic Valkyrie on social media athttps://www.facebook.com/thecosmicvalkyrie/https://www.instagram.com/thecosmicvalkyrie/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecosmicvalkyrie/

Over the last 100 episodes of this podcast, we’ve featured entrepreneurs in every stage of their journey. We’ve spoken to business owners who launched incredible membership sites just days or weeks before being interviewed, as well as experts who have been doing this for years. We’ve even featured entrepreneurs twice as they’ve made powerful pivots and adapted their business models to match what their audience needs as the world changed around them.  On this podcast, we’ve focused on heart, love, and innovation, and shared beautiful stories along the way. To celebrate our 100th episode of It’s A TRIBE Thing, we’re flipping the script. Today, founder Stu McLaren interviews host Shelli Varela to share wisdom from 99 game-changing entrepreneurs! Get Access to the Full Show Notes! To get access to the full story and to all the resources mentioned during today's episode, visit TribeHub.com/103

In this episode, I’m joined by Shelli Varela, and we’re going to unpack how you can get featured in the media by using this very simple structure. Get Access to the Full Show Notes! To get access to the full story and all the resources mentioned, visit MarketingYourBusiness.com/189

Shelli helps creators and entrepreneurs like you find your story of who you are and why you do what you do so you can change the world, help your audience heal from your story and magnetize the selling process. She believes that everyone has a story, and that when you get to the root of your story, what you'll discover is your precious truth. Once you uncover it - it becomes your SUPERPOWER. When you can articulate your unique story and embody it with confidence, people will not only believe you, they will buy from you. In this episode, Shelli shares... How to connect with real people in the digital spaceWhy you must share first so people can see themselves in your storyWhy you must move forward before the next step will be revealed to youHow to share real world lessons of how you overcame the problem you now help solve to grow your audienceAnd more... Resources: Free 90-Day Parentpreneur Planner Guest Links: Instagram - @shellivarela Website: https://www.shellivarela.com/ Follow Nick Murphy on Social: Instagram – @coachnickmurphy Facebook – @coachnickmurphy Pinterest – @coachnickmurphy

This is a wrap-up episode on my awesome interview with Shelli Varela and I share my thoughts on our conversation.What you’ll learn:Inner work for entrepreneurs.Where we are today as women entrepreneurs.The change that needs to take place to get the acceptance we deserve.How men and women entrepreneurs can complement each other.Stepping into the leadership role.Being brave and opening up the conversation.Gaining clarity.Links:Shelli Varela WebsiteShelli Varela FacebookShelli Varela TwitterShelli Varela InstagramShelli Varela YouTubeThe Yes Effect PodcastFreebie: 5-Second Story Formula Whitedove Gannon WebsiteWhitedove Gannon FacebookWhitedove Gannon InstagramWhitedove Gannon LinkedInWhitedove Gannon TwitterWhitedove Gannon Email

I am so excited to interview my amazing guest, Shelli Varela. She is a possibility hacker and story alchemist. We are going to talk about storytelling for entrepreneurs. This conversation is full of juicy information for entrepreneurs on why you need to find your story and share it to the world.What you’ll learn:The story of how Shelli’s entrepreneurial journey started.How Shelli helps entrepreneurs uncover their stories.The reason people write off telling their story.Reaction from entrepreneurs she works with who are able to form and share their stories.What the label of “entrepreneur” can do.The need to tap into storytelling.Links:Shelli Varela WebsiteShelli Varela FacebookShelli Varela TwitterShelli Varela InstagramShelli Varela YouTubeThe Yes Effect PodcastFreebie: 5-Second Story Formula Whitedove Gannon WebsiteWhitedove Gannon FacebookWhitedove Gannon InstagramWhitedove Gannon LinkedInWhitedove Gannon TwitterWhitedove Gannon Email

In today's episode we chat with Ted x Speaker, Fire Captain, Author, Innovator, and host of "The Yes Effect", Shelli Varela. Listen in as Shelli shares her mission to help you magnetize your message, gain influence, and make selling simple. Don't forget to screenshot this episode, share it in your Insta Stories, and tag me! Thanks for Listening! Apply Today to join the Empowered Entrepreneur 2 day live event: https://thefemininecollective.co/liveevent Get your free Ignite your Feminine Energy Meditation: https://thefemininecollective.co/ignite Visit my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidistevens/ Visit my Website: https://heidistevens.co/ To find Shelli: Visit her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellivarela/ Visit her website: www.shellivarela.com

Shelli Varela helps creators, messengers and entrepreneurs find the truth of who they are and why they do what they do so they can change the world, heal from their stories and magnetize the selling process.

Welcome to the Soul Homework Podcast, with your host Liis Windischmann! This is the show where we help you get off autopilot and take control of your own happy and mindful life, one productive habit and action at a time.

There is a BIG trend brewing that’s revolutionizing the way business is being done. Successful membership sites are helping photographers, dog trainers, meal planners, teachers, musicians, artists, and so many more people all over the world develop new skills, get healthier, and live happier, more effective lives. With our signature training course, TRIBE, we serve thousands of successful people who own membership sites - and we’ve always wanted to share not just the incredible results that they’ve gotten, but also their stories. We want to show people how they achieved it, the ripple effect that their work has on the people they serve, and why we’re so proud of our TRIBE. That’s why we’re launching our new podcast, It’s a TRIBE Thing. Your host, Shelli Varela, is a fellow TRIBEr, and she’s had powerful, vulnerable conversations with incredible people about launching and running membership sites. We’re excited to give you the opportunity to peek under the hood with her, discover the powerful insights our TRIBErs have used to transform their businesses (and their lives), and maybe even give you (or someone you know) the push to launch a membership site of your own. So, go and subscribe to the show right now. Share it on Instagram using the hashtag #itsatribething, and be sure to tag @StuMcLaren. We look forward to you joining us on this amazing journey! Get Access to the Full Show Notes! To get access to the full story and to all the resources mentioned during today's episode, visit TribeHub.com/00

Shelli shares her story about how 25 years ago she was hired as her city’s first female firefighter and made the choice to say yes to her truth. She was brave enough to rewrite her story and today she’s a coach, speaker (with a phenomenal TED talk), and author teaching others to say yes to their truth. Here are some of the highlights, but you'll definitely want to listen to her whole story. 1:  The world had labeled her an artist but it wasn’t fitting. [01:41] 25 years ago Shelli was a 108-pound manicurist ending high school and trying to figure out what to do with her life. She shares how it wasn’t until she shed the label of “Shelli the artist” to one that was “Shelli who likes art, and whatever else Shelli feels like liking” that she became free to explore other opportunities. 2: Three words that changed her life. [06:16]  She was intrigued by firefighting, but she thought, “I’m not big enough, brave enough, smart enough, and strong enough. There are no girls in firefighting.” But her friend who was a firefighter challenged her saying: “There’s going to be a girl one day. Why not you?” The words “Why not me?” reverberated in her thoughts. A switch went off. She spent the next 1,162 days hacking and learning every single thing she needed to learn to succeed. 3: Forget logic, learn how to hack possibility. [12:56] Shelli talks about the times that sucked as a firefighter, but how they were the times she grew the most. Today she coaches people on their internal story – the story that keeps you small. She shared with me her five pillar system that helps people hack possibility – foundation, alignment, courage, expertise, and community. My heart leapt when she said, “And to accomplish anything lofty or worthy of your time and your greatness, you cannot lead with logic. You have to lead with possibility.”   4: Everything is possible when… [26:35] Shelli explains everything is possible when you learn to tell yourself a better story. When you do, you not only heal yourself but you can change the world. On the other hand, not managing your story can be catastrophic to your emotional health, to your mental health, and to your physical health because it’s not living in your truth. 5: Reframing your story is not for the weak of heart. [30:43] Shelli had some profound insight on reframing your story. She said you have to be brave because the stories that are holding you back also serve you in some way. There is the payoff for believing the old story, otherwise, you would let it go. So you have to drill down and see where you’re out of alignment and that requires you to step into something that’s not comfortable.

Welcome to the first episode of Enlightened by Dogs! Our host, Kathy Kawalec shares the spotlight of episode 1 with her friend Shelli Varela! Shelli gives us an opportunity to get to know our host on a deep level, and discover the purpose of the show!   In This Episode Kathy's connection to dogs, and where it began How she has learned to develop bonds between people and dogs. Where people tend to go wrong in learning and bonding with their dogs What dogs really want out of life Teachings from Phoenix   “Dogs have been a significant part of my life, all the way through” “Dogs don't think this intellectually, they're living in experience” “Why do you have a dog?” “Forget training, forget trying to fix your dog” “Our dogs want the same things we want” “I'm a much better human being because she came into my life”   Check Out Shelli Varela! Www.theyeseffectshow.com   More Kathy! www.elightenedbydogs.com   Rate and Review on iTunes!  

People will love you, and people will hate you, and none of it will have anything to do with you.The creepy mirrored funhouse that is judgement is a world that's worth your attention. If you are someone who is constantly judging the way others are dressing, speaking, behaving, or otherwise living, chances are pretty good that you're also being just as critical with yourself.This episode is about how we can heal our relationships to ourselves, and be more happy, compassionate and at peace — not only with ourselves and our bodies — but with the world at large, through examining our judgements.LINKS:6 | Why Your Words Matter14 | Cut the Crap, Face Your Fears + Love Your Life with Lauren ZanderMaybe It's You Edit: “You aren't afraid of the thing you think you're afraid of, you're afraid of what the fear is asking you to look at” is a quote from Shelli Varela. I forgot to give her credit for that line.Liked this episode? Take 2 minutes to leave a REVIEW and tell me why!

My whole life is about what is possible, which is why I’m so very excited to be bringing you this episode with special guest, Shelli Varela. Shelli is a trailblazer and pioneer in the hyper-competitive world of firefighting and for over two decades she has been blazing trails, both literally and figuratively! She’s an author, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and so much more. After listening to today’s episode, you’ll really be thinking about what’s possible in your own life!   In this episode you’ll learn: Shelli’s amazing backstory and the role her imagination has played throughout her life The lesson she learned about labels and the three words that literally changed her life What really happens when you lead with logic – and what to do instead What is an “inner story” and her tips for how you can uncovering your own The big realization Shelli had around fear Her 5 pillars of hacking possibility

How can you transform adversity into a gift? Author, TED speaker, podcaster, and firefighter Shelli Varela didn't let her 5'2" frame or the naysayers extinguish her dreams of becoming a female firefighter in a male-dominated career. But how did she break down the physical and mental barriers? She explains the steps to understanding fear, changing your story, and discovering your life's purpose through passion, curiosity, and feeling. Thanks eHarmony! Get a free month with eHarmony when they sign up for a 3 month subscription! Go to eHarmony.com and enter DREAMJOB at checkout. Thank you Skillshare! Go to Skillshare.com/DREAMJOB99 for 2 months of Skillshare for just 99 cents. Thanks to Aaptiv! New members get 50% off annual membership http://www.aaptiv.com/DREAMJOB.

I recently did an episode with Shelli Varela from The Yes Effect Podcast as Shelli and I chat quite often about life, and one day she asked me to join her on her podcast and talk about why I do what I do.  And let me tell you how raw and uncomfortable it was for me to go into that, and dive deep into why I do what I do. I thought this was a wonderful idea to share this episode because it's a wonderful way for me to connect with YOU the Path Hunters tribe and get to know where I come from a bit.

You are about to fall in love with an amazing woman on today's episode. Shelli Varela literally kicks ass. She is a firefighter, life coach, speaker, podcaster and all around powerful creator and we are so happy to introduce you to her.  "You are either winning or learning." ~Shelli Varela A little more background on Shelli with her bio-- "Shelli Varela is the creator of the inspiring, innovative system that helps confused, uncertain or otherwise hesitant women go guns-a-blazin’ towards the life of their dreams. As someone who was once a struggling artist herself, Shelli knew what it was like to want big things…..but never knew which path to take to get there. That’s when she stumbled into the world of firefighting (Yes, firefighting!). A career option that seemed as far-fetched from an art career as you could imagine, there was something about the thrill of the chase, the challenge and the reward that fulfilled her in all sorts of new and exciting ways. Soon (actually 1162 days later), she found herself with the title of first female firefighter in Canada’s sixth largest city, and ultimately worked her way up to Fire Captain– despite many naysayers and doubters, who once even included herself. Shelli’s struggle to earn a role in a non-traditional career taught her a few things including key concepts such as transformational mindset, goal architecting and strategic success engineering. Shelli now uses her system to show people how to achieve their own dreams- regardless of what they may be." If you are currently struggling to achieve a goal, manifest your dreams, or just get over the hump in an area of transformation--we are here to help! Contact us through the contact form or via Facebook to sign up to have a coaching session on a future episode. We would love to help! And a free coaching session from Jay is pretty darn amazing too. Thank you for listening! We appreciate you! Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher to get your episodes automatically sent to you each week! We would also love for you to submit a review on iTunes! A few things mentioned in this episode... Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power by Jay Shelli's website Shelli's Facebook page Shelli's TedX Talk Shelli's YouTube Channel Peanut Meets the Pigtailed Firefighter by Shelli Varela Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week. Please note that some of the links are affiliate links through Amazon. We get a little money if you end up purchasing the item through the link. This money helps to keep our podcast on the air! We do not link to anything that doesn't naturally come up in our podcast interviews/conversations. We are not asked to link to any specific product or service. 

Shelli Varela is a “possibility hacker,” public speaker, and Canada’s first female firefighter in one of the largest cities in the country. She went from being a young 20-something struggling artist working in makeup, film, and special effects to finding her true passion, her true calling, as a firefighter, working her way up to Fire Captain.

How To Think Like A Possibility Hacker  This time around I interviewed Shelli Varela, first female firefighter in Canada's 6th largest city. Graced the tedx stage twice, podcast host of the yes effect podcast. She embodies the path hunters spirit, and what she calls the possibility hacking, deciding that she wanted to pursue a career of a firefighter but at the time there were not female fiire fighters. Later on she asked herself a question “why not me?” The only catch was Shelli is 5'2” and 108lbs. That didn't stop here though she was determined and after 1162 days later she became a full fledged firefighter.   A huge thing that Shelli mentioned is that it was her ability to constantly say yes and decided to take action which enabled her to do so much. She was living, breathing and visualizing every single day of that phone telling her she got the job as a firefighter. Then it dawned on her, she has cracked the formula and did the impossible, she became a firefighter and this exact same power helped her stand in front on stage and gave 2 TEDx talks. She calls it possibility hacking. Shortly after that she created the Yes Effect podcast where she interviews entrepreneurs, and people who just constantly said yes to their dreams and their lives and now helps other women empower themselves to live their dreams. She is actually featured on Chris Guillebeau's book – Born For This I really loved interviewing Shelli as she dropped amazing insights and hearing her journey, her challenges and struggles but the point of it all was that she overcame and beat the odds.   Links Click here to download episode ( Right Click & Save As) | Listen on Itunes Facebook shellivarela.com/ Shelli's TEDx talks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18GWru1slmQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nApOVdlaZRE Instagram Yes Effect Podcast with Chris Guillebeau and Shelli was also featured Chris Guillebeau's book Born For This Click here to check that out If you enjoyed this episode, you're going to enjoy: PH – 55 | Filip Sierpinski From Your Next Chapter Podcast | How To Align & Accelerate Your Life PH – 49 | PAUL MILANO | TIPS ON LIVING A QUALITY LIFESTYLE PH – 50 | LAURITA GORMAN | HOW TO ANSWER THAT INNER CALLING OF YOURS PH – 47 | WILL HATTON | THE ART OF VAGABONDING    

Serving and saving people on their worst day Shelli Varela, firefighter, author, podcaster, speaker and mentor spent time with Mark talking about what motivates her and how she motivates those around her. There was a lot of ground covered in this conversation, including: • Her story about becoming the first female firefighter in Mississauga, Canada • "I made a difference and make an impact" You'll hear this a lot in the show • Cool tech: TIC, Thermal Energy Cameras • Being an Artist and writing her first sonnet at 8 years old • Her fascination with special effect make-up • A quick bit about the Childrens' Book she wrote • Who's her biggest hero • What it was like working with the Junior Female Firefighter Bootcamp, where she received national recognition • Her goal to be on the New York Times Bestseller list • "Always and only - look at the end goal." • Her three tips for achieving your goals • Until you start, you won't realize all the serendipitous things that can happen along the path • Identify your goal worth chasing • What's the goal beneath the goal, what are the benefits of reaching it? • Breaking down the steps into small, doable tasks to reduce the feeling of overwhelm • The YES Effect podcast and how that got started • Shelli's podcast, The YES Effect, is great and you'll love the variety of guests she gets on the show

Shelli Varela stumbled into the world of firefighting. Then (actually 1162 days later), she found herself as the first female firefighter in Canada’s sixth largest city, and ultimately worked her way up to Fire Captain– despite tremendous adversity and protagonists. Shelli earned her place as a Fire Captain and also earned being featured on a TEDx stage. Shelli Varela loves helping confused women go guns-a-blazing’ towards the life of their dreams. http://shellivarela.com/about/ https://youtu.be/18GWru1slmQ  http://thrivingbeyondpodcast.com  

Joseph Campbell called it The Call to Adventure.

 It’s that little voice in your head that whispers “why not you?” But after a brief moment of inspiration, you inner bullhorn rattles off every reason why not. Since you asked. Because you’re not good enough. Strong enough. Fit enough. Smart enough. You know the drill. But what if you did it anyway? And what if you did it and failed miserably? Would you give up, or would you pick yourself back up and try again? Shelli Varela chose the latter. In today’s episode of The Quote of the Day Show, Shelli shares her incredibly inspiring story of going from working in a nail shop to becoming a firefighter. The moral of the story … “There is a hero inside of every single one of you waiting for you to say YES." What’s calling you? Learn more about Shelli and her podcast, The YES Effect Show, at www.shellivarela.com. And grab her FREE Confusion to Clarity gift at www.shellivarela.com/QODSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/donations

Some of our favorite females bring this weekend's motivation to teach us that taking action, getting uncomfortable, and believing in what's possible will always lead to transformation. They remind us that our dreams come to us by accident and we owe it to ourselves and the world to NEVER give up on what you want or who you want to be.  Featured speakers Marie Forleo, Angela Davis, Brene Brown, Elizabeth Gilbert, Shelli Varela, Cheryl Hunter, and Mel Robbins. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/donations