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What if the ceiling you've been pushing against isn't actually the limit of your potential, but the structure you're working inside? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Anjel B. Hartwell and Amanda Goodwin continue the seven-part anniversary series with what happens when women begin to recognize that the expertise they've spent years developing is their own intellectual property.   This conversation explores the difference between necessary compliance and unnecessary red tape, why Amanda thinks of the glass ceiling as an "iceberg ceiling," and how documenting your own philosophies, practices, and approaches can help you recognize the expertise you already possess.   Get ready to understand how proprietary methodologies can become high-value offers, and what it can look like to finally build a career and life that you truly own.   What You Will Learn: Why the glass ceiling can continue to affect women even after they reach the C-suite. How an "iceberg ceiling" can keep executive women carrying work that should no longer belong to them. The difference between red tape, compliance, logistics, and clarity. Why fractional consulting can allow women to use their expertise without giving up other meaningful projects. How to recognize the intellectual property hidden inside years of professional experience. Why documenting your philosophies, practices, and approaches can help reveal your unique methodology. Why comparing your prices to what other professionals charge can create a self-imposed ceiling. How to begin thinking about pricing based on the value and outcome of your proprietary expertise. Why breaking through the ceiling is about more than changing your job or earning more money. Connect with Amanda Goodwin Wickedly Smart Women https://www.wickedlysmartwomen.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

What happens when the rules designed to help a company actually start getting in the way of the people doing the work? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Anjel B. Hartwell and Amanda Goodwin continue the seven-part anniversary series diving into the frustration, exhaustion, and loss of autonomy that can come from corporate red tape.  You'll also hear why simplifying your own business matters just as much as escaping corporate bureaucracy. Leaving corporate doesn't mean recreating the same complexity for yourself. The goal is to build a consultancy that gives you more choice, clarity, and control while allowing you to put your expertise to work in ways that support your financial, mental, emotional, and physical well-being. If you've ever thought, "There's nothing I can do. My hands are tied," this conversation may have you looking at your corporate role in a whole new way.   What You Will Learn: How constantly being asked to "pick your brain" can reveal the value of your intellectual property and social capital. Why your professional network can be a valuable business asset. How corporate red tape can create barriers between employees, customers, and the work that actually matters. Why compliance is important, but unnecessary policies can make systems less effective. How rigid workplace policies can affect employee autonomy, motivation, and performance. Why return-to-office mandates can become a breaking point for experienced professionals. How forced collaboration and forced workplace culture can undermine autonomy. Why complicated corporate hiring and promotion processes don't always measure the qualities that create successful leaders. The importance of relationships, project accomplishment, team satisfaction, and client satisfaction in evaluating leadership. How to recognize when corporate systems no longer align with your values. Why leaving corporate doesn't mean you should recreate corporate-level complexity in your own consultancy. How simplifying your offer can help you move more quickly toward revenue. Why clarity and simplicity are essential when building a boutique consultancy. Connect with Amanda Goodwin Wickedly Smart Women https://www.wickedlysmartwomen.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com    

In this episode, host Josh interviews Andy Hooper, CEO of Global Ecommerce Experts, about expanding US-based e-commerce brands into the UK and EU. Andy shares a three-pillar framework—compliance, logistics, and online distribution—for successful international growth. He emphasizes starting with the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, and highlights the importance of market research, mentorship, and taking action. Andy also recommends key business books and productivity tools, and invites listeners to connect with him for guidance on global expansion. The episode offers actionable advice for brands considering international markets.Chapters:Introduction to Andy Hooper & Global Ecommerce Experts (00:00:00)Josh introduces Andy Hooper, his background, and the mission of Global Ecommerce Experts.The Overwhelm of International Expansion (00:01:12)Josh discusses the complexities and challenges of expanding into European markets as a brand owner.Guiding Brands Through Expansion: The Three-Part Framework (00:02:34)Andy introduces a simplified three-step framework: compliance, logistics, and online distribution.Deep Dive: Compliance, Logistics, and Online Distribution (00:03:13)Andy breaks down compliance (business and product), logistics, and online distribution with practical examples.Choosing the Right Countries for Expansion (00:07:04)Josh and Andy discuss how to select the best initial countries for expansion, focusing on data-driven decisions.Why UK, Germany, and the Netherlands? (00:07:35)Andy explains why most brands start with the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, and the strategic logistics advantages.Actionable Takeaways for International Expansion (00:10:17)Josh summarizes three key action items for listeners considering international expansion.The Importance of Taking Action and Having a Mentor (00:12:38)Andy emphasizes the need to take action and find a mentor or guide for successful expansion.Andy's Most Influential Business Books (00:13:47)Andy shares his favorite business books, especially Russell Brunson's series, and their impact on his approach.Favorite Productivity Tool: Trello (00:16:38)Andy discusses how Trello was instrumental in scaling his business and recommends it for project management.How to Connect with Andy Hooper (00:17:59)Andy shares how listeners can reach him on LinkedIn and learn more about his services.Episode Wrap-Up (00:18:20)Josh thanks Andy for his insights and closes the episode.Links and Mentions:Tools and Software"Trello": "00:16:38"Books"DotCom Secrets": "00:15:08""Expert Secrets": "00:15:08""Traffic Secrets": "00:15:08"Websites and Links"LinkedIn Profile of Andy Hooper": "00:18:13"Key Concepts"Three Essential Areas for Market Expansion": "00:06:25"Transcripts:Josh 00:00:00  Today I am super excited to introduce you all to Andy Hooper. Andy is the CEO of Global eCommerce Experts, and has been successfully expanding e-commerce brands into new markets for over 15 years. He's an accomplished specialist in e-commerce, and he works with companies around the world providing comprehensive gateways and solutions to new markets, especially US based organizations transitioning into Europe. Starting from the ground up, Andy has carved out a niche. Inspired by his own experience and success of growing an organization's profits through e-commerce with an infectious energy for success, Andy leads a team of professionals in all aspects of e-commerce with fulfillment centers in the UK and EU. The global e-commerce team provides hassle free, end to end solutions that have helped thousands of sellers capitalize on the multi-billion dollar UK and EU markets when not working, Andy can often be found enjoying sailing, cycling and kayaking with his friends and family on England's south coast. So with that introduction, Andy, welcome to the show.Andy 00:01:09  Welcome, Josh. Thank you very much for having us. Much appreciated.Josh 00:01:12  Yeah, I'm excited to have you, you know, dialing in across the pond, so to speak, and you have got a wealth of knowledge when it comes to global expansion. And we had a conversation prior to hitting the record button. And what you guys do is so uniquely different than I think many of the other agencies that help people kind of expand into Europe. And you've got a wealth of knowledge that I think our listeners are going to be anxious to hear. So, all right, Andy, I'm already as a brand owner, I'm already overwhelmed with the amount of complexities that you have to think through with all of this, right? Yeah. I mean, this is definitely in this conversation. I'm already understanding, like, this is not something I can go alone at. I have no idea what the French market needs, nor the the, you know, the Spain market or Germany. I might have been a tourist and had visited those countries, but creating a product, right, that actually meets the needs of those customers is a whole other animal in and of itself.Josh 00:02:15  So my question here, Andy, is how do you kind of guide a brand through this process so that it is less overwhelming and cumbersome and as easy as a process as it potentially can be to capitalize on all of the e-commerce opportunity in the UK and the EU.Andy 00:02:34  So we we've worked with over 2000 clients now, and that's between our VAT, our warehousing, our account management, all the different pieces that we, we, we deal with. And having done that, what we're able to do is identify what worked and what didn't work and where we engage with the seller in the right way, the wrong way. You know, how did that help the brand grow, etc.. So what we were able to do was come up with a success pathway. What does an expansion pathway look like and what does it mean that you need to go through now? We came up with a seven step process that you need to go through. And of that seven step process, those are 3030 things you need to do.Andy 00:03:13  But I'm going to break it down into three to make it a little bit quicker and easier for people to understand, because it doesn't matter whether you're expanding to the UK and Europe or whether you're expanding to Canada or India or Australia or Japan or UAE. Actually, if you can solve these three things, it's about working with partners that can help you to do these three things and making it as easy as possible. So the three things are compliance. You split compliance into two areas business compliance and product compliance. So business compliance to put it to put it in a nice way. Look, if you're selling products in a country, the government wants to thank you for you selling the product in that country. That's called tax. So the bottom line is you're going to need to pay some tax when you're wherever you're selling your products from. That's the bottom line. You need to go over someone who understands the tax in that region and can solve that for you. The second part is your product compliance. Product compliance comes under three pieces.Andy 00:04:10  First of all, understand what regulations your product falls under in that region. Secondly, make sure the product meets those regulations in that region. And thirdly, make sure the labeling on the product is compliant with the regulations in that region. And there are two things you need to consider. Now, off the back of it, there's another 25 things you could look at...

There is something you came here to create. A book. A business. An idea. A body of work. A message. A different life.But at some point, if you want to bring that thing into the world, you actually need to be seen.In this episode of DREAM MAKERS, Claire Byrt sits down with Bec Sands, author of What You Came Here to Create, visibility mentor and PR consultant, for a bloody good conversation about what it really takes to stop hiding, start creating and become more confidently visible.And no, the answer is not waiting until you magically feel confident enough.Bec shares her own journey from being terrified to go live on Instagram to launching a book, doing radio interviews and becoming the person who can handle being seen. We talk about why confidence is built through action, how to create evidence that you are capable, what rejection is really bringing up, the relationship between visibility and safety, and why being seen can become an act of service rather than self-promotion.We also go right into the reality of building a creative business and meaningful work over time. Starting before you know exactly where it is going. Taking the next step instead of crushing yourself under the weight of the whole dream. Learning to problem-solve when things don't work. Staying in the game. And remembering that ultimately, we're not just creating a book, business, brand or offer. We're creating a LIFE.If you are a dreamer, creative, entrepreneur, author, coach or human with something inside you that you know you want to bring into the world, this conversation is your reminder: you do not need to be completely ready. You do not need to know how it all unfolds. You need to start, keep moving, and build the self-trust to know that whatever happens next, you can handle it.Because the world cannot experience the thing you came here to create if you keep it hidden.Connect with Bec: https://www.becsands.com/ https://www.instagram.com/becsands get the book https://www.cameheretocreate.com/ GET YOUR COPY HERE. Let Your Vision Be Bigger Than Your Bullsh*t. Get brave, stop doubting, make the dream real. GET STARTED TODAY Seven days DREAM to DONE. On-demand. Self-paced. Seven days of powerful recordings and worksheets to help you lay down the fear, resistance and overthinking - and start building your dream in just 7 days.

What if healthcare focused less on treating problems after they happen and more on helping you understand and optimize your health before they do?In this episode, Keith Bozeman shares his unexpected journey from a successful career in IT to founding Medgevity, a concierge medical service built around personalized, proactive care. He opens up about how his faith, personal experiences, and passion for health shaped his vision for a different approach to wellness, one rooted in science, prevention, and treating the whole person.Tune in to discover what inspired Keith to rethink traditional healthcare and what personalized wellness can look like when you take a more proactive approach to your health.About Keith BozemanAfter decades of building and scaling an IT Company, Keith became a patient-looking for a more proactive, strategic approach to his health. He had a great doctor and experienced what healthcare could be: a physician who looked at the full picture, focused on prevention, and helped him think long term.But when he moved, that experience disappeared. Instead he found himself navigating the same fragmented system most people face-brief, insurance driven visits, disconnected providers and no clear strategy tying together fineness-nutrition and medicine. That frustration became the insight. Keith realized the problem wasn't a lack of information-it was a lack of integration and science backed guidance.So as a patient first, he built what he couldn't find: a physician-led, multidisciplinary model where experts collaborate around the patient, not in silos. That model became MEDgevity.Connect with Keith on LinkedInLearn more about Keith and MEDgevity on his Website If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a comment on iTunes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA!InstagramLinkedInChristinalecuyer.comBook a Free Clarity CallBook Christina For Your Next Workshop

What happens when being the person everyone turns to becomes a habit of giving away your expertise for free? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Anjel B. Hartwell and Amanda Goodwin continue the seven-part anniversary series exploring what comes after corporate and take on one of the most common ways accomplished women undervalue their expertise. Amanda shares how she learned to distinguish between external validation and a genuine value exchange, including the simple question she now asks when someone wants her time. If people constantly ask how you did something, seek your advice, want access to your network, or tell you they want to "pick your brain," this episode offers a powerful invitation to stop giving away what you have spent years developing and start recognizing the value of your expertise. What You Will Learn: How to recognize when people are consistently seeking your expertise. Why "Let me pick your brain" can be a sign that you have valuable intellectual property. How external validation can make it difficult to recognize the true value of your expertise. Why women can become conditioned to give away their knowledge without a meaningful value exchange. How to identify the questions people repeatedly ask you. How to turn frequently requested expertise into a professional offer. Why understanding your audience is essential when creating a high-value consulting offer. How social capital and professional connections can become valuable assets. Why "I'm hired for that" can be a powerful response to requests for free expertise. How to create a script for responding to requests for your time and knowledge. Why "help" can create confusion around whether a professional service is actually being purchased. How to evaluate whether your work and corporate environment are aligned with your values. Why being complete with a role does not mean you are done. How support can help experienced professionals recognize and package the value they already possess. Connect with Amanda Goodwin Wickedly Smart Women https://www.wickedlysmartwomen.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

Learn more and register for ELEVATE: https://simplysquaredaway.com/elevate All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/185 Have you ever thought, “I KNOW what to do. Why am I not doing it?” Maybe you know you need to organize your office, clean up your files, work on your business, or take better care of yourself. But knowing and doing are two very different things. In this episode, I'm talking with Samantha Hawley, host of the Beyond Awareness podcast, about what's really happening when we know what to do but still aren't doing it. Samantha shares how our beliefs can keep us stuck and why more discipline isn't always the answer. We also talk about journaling, all-or-nothing thinking, and her five prompts for moving from awareness to action. You'll learn: Why knowing what to do isn't enough What your procrastination might be protecting you from How all-or-nothing thinking keeps you stuck Samantha's five prompts: Awareness, Meaning, Curiosity, Clarity, and Action Why doing a little bit still counts How journaling can help you uncover what's really going on Get Samantha's free "Calm Mind Blueprint" here: https://www.samanthapenkoff.com/calm-mind

What if achieving more didn't have to mean sacrificing your peace, health, or happiness?In this episode, Jay Abbasi takes us behind the scenes of his journey from Tesla to helping high performers redefine what success can look like. He shares practical insights on breaking free from the beliefs and habits that keep ambitious people stuck in the cycle of constantly doing more, and how creating space can actually lead to greater performance, clarity, and fulfillment.If you're driven, ambitious, and constantly pushing toward the next goal, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how you're pursuing success - and, more importantly, whether you're actually enjoying the journey along the way.Tune in for a powerful conversation about ambition, mindset, sustainable success, and learning how to thrive without burning out.About Jay AbbasiJay Abbasi is a global keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, coach, and former Tesla leader who helps professionals thrive under pressure without burning out. At Tesla, he led national training programs for over 1,000 employees, and has since coached leaders at Google, Amazon, TikTok, Wells Fargo, and many more. He's been featured in Forbes Founder, Authority Magazine, and Medium, and is the host of the top-rated podcast Unstuck with Jay Abbasi. Blending corporate experience with deep expertise in mindfulness, resilience, andwell-being, Jay offers a powerful message: success isn't about avoiding challenges, but mastering them with clarity, energy, and purpose.Connect with Jay on LinkedInLearn more about Jay on his Website If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a comment on iTunes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA!InstagramLinkedInChristinalecuyer.comBook a Free Clarity CallBook Christina For Your Next Workshop

Summary:  In this episode, Mitch Beinhacker interviews John Mullins, a professor of entrepreneurship at the London Business School. They discuss Mullins' background as an entrepreneur and how he transitioned into academia. They also talk about the evolution of entrepreneurship education and the impact of technology on startups. Mullins shares examples of successful companies that have emerged from entrepreneurship programs, such as World Remit. The conversation highlights the importance of real-world experience and collaboration in the classroom. The conversation explores the importance of planning and strategic thinking in entrepreneurship. It highlights the need for entrepreneurs to assess their ideas before starting a venture. The conversation also emphasizes the value of learning and acquiring the right mindset for entrepreneurial success. The guest, John Mullins, discusses his books and the key principles he teaches, including thinking outside the box, problem-first logic, and the six mindsets of successful entrepreneurs. The conversation explores six counter-conventional mindsets that entrepreneurs should adopt to increase their chances of success. These mindsets include: 1) Yes, we can!; 2) Problem first, not product first logic; 3) Think narrow, not broad; 4) Ask for the cash, ride the float; 5) Borrow assets instead of investing in them; and 6) Never ask permission, beg forgiveness later. The conversation also highlights examples from successful companies like Nike, Dell, and Tesla that have applied these mindsets. Keywords:  entrepreneurship, academia, startups, London Business School, education, technology, World Remit, entrepreneurship, planning, strategic thinking, business plan, mindset, problem-first logic, success, entrepreneurship, counter-conventional mindsets, success, customer-centric, problem-solving, narrow focus, cash flow, borrowing assets, permission vs forgiveness Takeaways Entrepreneurship education has evolved over the years, with more students pursuing entrepreneurship as a career path. Real-world experience and collaboration are crucial in entrepreneurship education. Technology has enabled the growth of innovative startups, such as World Remit. Entrepreneurship programs provide valuable resources and support for aspiring entrepreneurs. Assessing an idea crucial step before starting a venture. Entrepreneurs should be open to opportunities outside their comfort zone. Thinking about problems and finding innovative solutions is more important than focusing solely on the product. Successful entrepreneurs possess specific mindsets that differentiate them from other successful business people. Entrepreneurial thought and action are essential for driving innovation and creating jobs. Think customer first, not product first Focus on solving a problem rather than creating a product Narrow your focus to a specific target market Ask for payment upfront to validate your idea and accelerate growth Borrow assets instead of investing in them Take action and seek forgiveness later, rather than waiting for permission Titles From Entrepreneur to Professor The Impact of Technology on Startups The Six Mindsets of Successful Entrepreneurs Problem-First Logic: A Different Approach to Innovation The Benefits of Thinking Narrow The Power of Thinking Customer First   Sound Bites "I'm like Joe Montana, I get paid to have fun." "That company today is worth a couple of billion pounds." "Entrepreneurship programs provide valuable resources and support for aspiring entrepreneurs." "84% of the businesses started in the entrepreneurship summer school were still in business, and two-thirds of them were not the idea they started with." "The lack of planning and strategic approach in business owners is frustrating and leads to failure." "The odds of success in entrepreneurship are tough, but doing homework and planning can improve them." "Find a problem that you can solve and let the product follow" "Think narrow at the outset about a tiny target market" "Get paid before you even build a product"   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:24 Transitioning from Entrepreneur to Professor 09:19 The Evolution of Entrepreneurship Education 12:39 The Impact of Technology on Startups 23:19 Assessing Ideas and Adapting 24:17 The Importance of Planning and Strategic Approach 26:16 Improving the Odds of Success 30:59 The Entrepreneurship Summer School at LBS 33:15 Break the Rules: Thinking and Acting Entrepreneurial 37:14 The Customer Funded Business 40:09 The Mindsets of Successful Entrepreneurs 49:19 Thinking Customer First 50:13 Solving Problems, Not Just Creating Products 53:26 Thinking Narrow 56:06 Asking for Payment Upfront 57:04 Borrowing Assets 01:07:09 Taking Action and Seeking Forgiveness  

What if the next chapter of your career isn't another executive position, but something you build for yourself? In this special seventh anniversary episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Amanda Goodwin, the newest member of the Wickedly Smart Women team and Director of Engagement and Strategic Partnerships.  After serving as CEO of a technology startup, Amanda realized she had spent decades progressing from one leadership role to another without ever intentionally mapping out what would come next. Her initial answer to the question was simple: rest. This is Part 1 of a special seven-part series celebrating seven years of Wickedly Smart Women and exploring the often-overlooked bridge between corporate leadership and consultancy. What You Will Learn: Why successful corporate careers do not automatically create a clear path for what comes next. How rest can create the space needed for creativity, clarity, and the next stage of growth. Why timing matters when considering a move from corporate leadership into consulting. How decades of professional experience can become valuable intellectual property. Why your expertise can be applied across multiple industries and sectors. How to begin recognizing the systems, processes, and knowledge you have already built. Why creating your own path can give you greater agency over your time and career. How a consultancy can provide freedom while still allowing you to serve organizations and causes you care about. Why having human support can make navigating a major career transition more intentional. How building a consultancy can allow high-achieving women to create new possibilities for their expertise, income, and impact.   Connect with Amanda Goodwin Wickedly Smart Women https://www.wickedlysmartwomen.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

Business owners ask this question all the time:“How much will this cost me?”But there is another question that may matter even more:What is it costing me NOT to take this action?In this episode, we will explore the hidden cost of indecision, procrastination, inconsistent marketing, unclear messaging, manual systems, poor follow-up, and disconnected customer journeys.You'll learn how to evaluate both the cost of moving forward and the cost of staying exactly where you are.We'll talk about:• The financial cost of missed follow-up and missed opportunities• The cost of inconsistent visibility and unclear messaging• The difference between waiting on God and avoiding a decision• How doing everything manually can quietly limit business growth• The personal cost of chaos, indecision, and lack of systems• Three questions to help you evaluate a delayed business decision• Why wise leadership requires looking at the cost of both action and inactionThis episode is not about reckless action or pressure.It is about stewardship, discernment, wise decision-making, and becoming the kind of Kingdom CEO who can seek God, make a clear decision, and move when it is time to move.Because in business, there is always a cost.The question is: which cost are you choosing?If this episode helped you recognize that your business needs stronger structure, clearer systems, or a more connected client journey, click below to learn more about the Kingdom Business Accelerator™.gailroot.com/kingdom-business-accelerator

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 4140: Benjamin Hardy explains that indecision, not difficulty, is what keeps most people stuck, because a commitment you never fully make leaves every escape route open. He walks through what changes when a decision is made from a clear, resolved state and then defended over time. The result is a personal development shift where behavior, self-concept and attitude gradually line up behind the choice. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@benjaminhardy/what-happens-when-you-take-full-responsibility-of-your-life-691a282f0687 Quotes to ponder: "Indecision is potentially your greatest threat." "Where decisions are made in a single moment, commitment is seeing those decisions into the future." "Your goals are something you grow into." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to go from working as a candy store cashier to becoming a global CEO? In this episode, Christina Lecuyer sits down with Steve Felder, a seasoned business leader who has lived in seven countries and led organizations across 23 markets in industries including shipping, logistics, and cybersecurity. Steve shares the unexpected twists that shaped his career and the lessons he's learned about the power of relationships, staying adaptable, and remaining open to opportunities. Now redefining success through entrepreneurship, travel, and personal well-being, Steve opens up about building a life on his own terms—including his popular “One Week, One City” LinkedIn travel series. This is a conversation about taking chances, staying curious, and creating a definition of success that evolves with you. About Steve Felder Steve Felder is a global executive, board advisor, investor, and former multinational CEO with 25+ years of leadership experience across North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Having lived and worked in seven countries and led businesses across 23 markets, Steve specializes in growth, transformation, international expansion, and building high-performing organizations. Most recently, he served as President of ZIM Canada, following 17 years with Maersk in senior leadership roles across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Today, Steve advises companies, boards, and investors across industries including cybersecurity, AI, aviation, sustainability, logistics technology, and M&A. He holds an MBA from the University of South Africa and completed executive education at INSEAD. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a comment on iTunes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

Are you tired of deferring your dreams, but feel stuck when it comes to making them happen?In this episode, Linzy is joined by therapist-turned-entrepreneur Wendy Pitts Reeves to talk about Wendy's C2C (Courage to Confidence) Success Cycle — a proven process that helps practice owners move through the fears of entrepreneurship, take action on big ideas, and build momentum on their boldest dreams.Wendy walks through her repeatable 7-step framework, and together, she and Linzy share their own experiences of feeling the fear and doing it anyway.If you've been dreaming about doing something different or building something new, this episode will inspire you to think about your vision, notice where you may be stuck, and take the next step forward to turn your big, scary, “crazy” dreams into reality.Timestamps:04:21 – The C2C (Courage to Confidence) Success Cycle for personal and professional growth07:01 – Moving from ideation to action with the repeatable 7-step framework07:53 – The power of deciding08:24 – The importance of declaring09:32 – Don't get stuck on "The How"13:24 – Imperfect action moves you forward27:00 – When something in you wants more29:38 – The fear doesn't go away33:40 – Give yourself permission to go after what you're called to doMentioned in this Episode: Episode 48: Lighten Up and Enjoy the Money You Make! with Linzy Bonham (on the Ideal Practice podcast)Want to feel more calm and confident about your money? Join one of Linzy's online workshops for private practice owners to shift your money mindset, transform your relationship with money, and gain practical tools and strategies to manage your business finances with greater clarity and ease. Explore upcoming workshops and sign up to save your spot or register to receive the replay.You can also join the private WhatsApp community to connect with other therapists, health practitioners, and listeners of Money Skills for Therapists: The Podcast. Submit your request to join the community today.For dedicated coaching and support with your group practice finances, register for our October 2026 cohort of Money Skills for Group Practice Owners.For dedicated coaching and support with your solo practice finances, join the Money Skills for Therapists waitlist to hear when enrollment opens for our January 2027 cohort.About Wendy Pitts Reeves, LCSW:A therapist-turned-entrepreneur, Wendy is redefining what private practice can look like for healers who want more easy, more income and way more impact, without selling out or burning out. With 25+ years of clinical and business experience — and an intuitive knack for naming what's really getting in your way — she helps smart, soulful healers create practices that are as profitable as they are purposeful.She's the founder of C2C Consulting and host of the Ideal Practice™ podcast, where she brings honest conversations, sharp strategy, and a whole lot of heart to every episode. She's known for making the hard stuff doable — and even fun.From building a thriving group practice to working in public service to launching solo ventures that actually pay the bills, Wendly's been there — and she brings it all to the table for practice owners who don't just want to hustle… They want to rise.Connect with Wendy:Email: wendy@wendypittsreeves.comIdeal Practice™ PodcastFree ResourcesAbout Linzy Bonham:Linzy Bonham is a therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm, confident, and in control of their finances through her podcast, workshops, and comprehensive programs: Money Skills for Therapists and Money Skills for Group Practice Owners. You can learn more about Linzy here.Connect with Linzy:LinkedInInstagramFacebook

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 4140: Benjamin Hardy explains that indecision, not difficulty, is what keeps most people stuck, because a commitment you never fully make leaves every escape route open. He walks through what changes when a decision is made from a clear, resolved state and then defended over time. The result is a personal development shift where behavior, self-concept and attitude gradually line up behind the choice. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@benjaminhardy/what-happens-when-you-take-full-responsibility-of-your-life-691a282f0687 Quotes to ponder: "Indecision is potentially your greatest threat." "Where decisions are made in a single moment, commitment is seeing those decisions into the future." "Your goals are something you grow into." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 4140: Benjamin Hardy explains that indecision, not difficulty, is what keeps most people stuck, because a commitment you never fully make leaves every escape route open. He walks through what changes when a decision is made from a clear, resolved state and then defended over time. The result is a personal development shift where behavior, self-concept and attitude gradually line up behind the choice. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@benjaminhardy/what-happens-when-you-take-full-responsibility-of-your-life-691a282f0687 Quotes to ponder: "Indecision is potentially your greatest threat." "Where decisions are made in a single moment, commitment is seeing those decisions into the future." "Your goals are something you grow into." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

thirdalarmcowboys.comCigars- Paynemason.com/thirdalarmcowboysPromo Code- TAChttps://testresq.com/Promo Code-ThirdalarmProtein- 1stphorm.com/thirdalarmcowboysPodcast appearances-A Silent War Withinhttps://youtu.be/Mkfczwwqck8?si=wwemg-0zDhD7HT4ACopper State Firemen Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7IZ2PEQRTaeGZivHLbytVw?si=EWCW0y-mSVCimhD5fkVgigHeath Meredith discusses recent podcast appearances, upcoming training events, and the importance of action and leadership in the fire service. He also promotes sponsor products and shares insights on fire service leadership and decision-making. Heath Meredith discusses the challenges and frustrations of fire service leadership, emphasizing the disconnect between decision-makers and operational firefighters. He highlights the need for a new generation of leaders who prioritize operational excellence and genuine care for the mission of the fire service.TakeawaysPodcast appearances and training eventsImportance of action and leadership in the fire service Operational leaders in the fire service are often disconnected from the day-to-day challenges and needs of operational firefighters.The current generation of leaders is focused on administrative and political aspects, leading to decisions that do not align with the operational realities of firefighting.Chapters00:00 Recent Podcast Appearances and Training Events11:13 The Importance of Action and Leadership31:27 The Disconnect Between Decision-Makers and Operational Firefighters34:28 The Impact of Leadership Decisions on Fire Service Operations40:46 The Need for a New Generation of Operational Leaders57:27 Taking Action to Change the Outlook of the Fire Service

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to Empower Hour with Lady J! Season 6 begins with a topic I know a little too well: analysis paralysis.The irony? I spent almost a year overthinking restarting this very podcast.First it was the background noise. Then life was falling apart. Then I needed to move. Then there was something else…and something else…and yada yada yada, blah blah blah. At some point, I had to recognize that the circumstances kept changing, but I was still standing in the same place.In this episode, I get honest about my own tendency to overanalyze and the fear, childhood experiences, self-doubt, and “what ifs” that can keep even strong, capable leaders stuck.We talk about:How overthinking can disguise itself as preparationWhy fear of failure and fear of judgment keep us from taking actionThe difference between failure, redirection, and misalignmentWhy some of the things I once called failures were actually preparationThe importance of accountability and self-awarenessHow our past experiences can influence the decisions we make todayReframing “What if it doesn't work?” into “What if it does?”Choosing faith over allowing fear to make our decisionsWhy taking one imperfect step can create more impact than endlessly analyzing every possible outcomeI also share lessons from my journey as an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, author, and leader, along with reflections from my book, Alone: A Story of Finding Self.You cannot control every outcome. You cannot guarantee that everyone will understand you, support you, buy from you, listen to you, or believe in what you are building.But you can decide whether fear gets to keep you from starting.So here is the question I want you to sit with:What is the one thing you have been putting off because you are afraid of what might happen?And then ask yourself something different:What if it works?If this episode resonates with you, follow Empower Hour with Lady J so you don't miss Season 6, and share this episode with someone who may be overthinking their next step.It is time to stop waiting until everything makes sense.Take the first bold step.This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do. Support the showWelcome to Empower Hour with Lady J hosted by Jodi Marie. Through life's ups and downs, we have one choice: make excuses and quit, or shift, figure it out, and keep going. It's really that simple. What we choose is what matters. I choose to keep going. Thank you all for being a part of this mission!Please share the podcast with everyone you know. If you are interested in sponsoring or appearing as a guest, please contact Jodi through her website at www.ladyjempowers.com, and don't forget to join our email list for weekly newsletters and announcements. 

The Truth About Faith: Are You Taking Action? Faith Without Action is Dead! Supersize You Annual Challenge Day 241! Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #supersize #doonethingeverydaytosupersizeyou #lessonslearned #missedopportunities #decisionmaking #beabetteryou #personalgrowth #developskills #uncoverwhatis #contribution #giving #maketheworldabetterplace #impact #benefitsofgiving #impactofyou #givetoget #spiritualmentorship #mentor #guide #communityspirit #spiritofcommunity #sacredplace #quietplace #placetothink #spiritualfilter #advancedpractice #gratitude #negativeexperiences #lifelineexercise #SUPER #action #faith Prioritize spiritual growth by aligning your belief system with consistent daily habits. Learn how to bridge the gap between intent and results. This episode marks day 241 of my ongoing personal challenge, where I explore the practical side of maintaining a strong mindset. We specifically look at why faith and action must coexist to produce tangible progress in your life and business. If you have ever felt stuck despite having clear goals, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how to move forward. I am also outlining a concept for a new 12 week program I am considering launching. This framework is designed to help you build momentum through structured, meaningful steps rather than just hoping for the best. Understanding the connection between your inner state and your external output is essential for long-term success. Subscribe for daily mindset breakdowns, and let me know in the comments if you would be interested in joining a structured program like the one I described.

What happens when you accomplish everything you set out to achieve, yet still feel like something deeper is calling you forward? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Cassandra Crawley Mayo, bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and podcast host who made history as the first African American woman to hold every corporate leadership role she has held. Cassandra also shares the lessons she learned after becoming a bestselling author, including how to develop discernment when opportunities and offers begin coming your way. She explains why building a personal board of directors can help women navigate entrepreneurship without trying to do everything alone. This conversation is especially meaningful for high-achieving women who have spent decades building successful careers but know there is something more they are meant to do.    What You Will Learn: How being the first African American woman in multiple corporate roles shaped Cassandra's leadership journey. Why achieving a long-held retirement goal does not necessarily mean your purpose ends there. How to recognize the internal barriers that can keep you from pursuing your next chapter. Why recognizing what is holding you back is an essential first step toward change. How to interrupt limiting patterns and embrace what your experiences have taught you. Why building a personal board of directors can make entrepreneurship more sustainable. How mentors, coaches, financial professionals, attorneys, and spiritual advisors can support your growth. Why discernment becomes especially important when success attracts new opportunities and offers. How women can avoid scams and costly mistakes when investing in their businesses. Why trying to do everything yourself can recreate the burnout you experienced in corporate. How to recognize when your successful career is no longer aligned with your deeper purpose. Why living with regret can be more painful than taking the risk to pursue a more authentic life. How to move from looking successful on the outside to feeling fulfilled on the inside.   Connect with Cassandra Crawley Mayo Website https://cassandracrawley.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

This week I'm bringing you another one from the Molly Invites the Boys to the Podcast series, and this one is personal. Nick Kleitsch has been my coaching client for the past two years, and I have watched him take everything he has learned in that season and turn it into his own coaching practice. That's not a small thing to witness. Nick lives in Marion, works at Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust, hosts his own show called Life with Nick, and just launched his coaching business, Kleitsch's Coaching Collective, through a program he calls The Modern Warrior. In our conversation we get into his CliftonStrengths (Learner and Activator, and yes, you'll hear exactly why that combination makes him who he is), the moment that ended his baseball career and cracked his identity wide open, and the difference between a major failure and a minor one. We also talk about why nobody stays coached past college, the value of a 90-day sprint, and why a one-song dance party in your kitchen might be the most productive thing you do all week. This one is funny, it's honest, and it will make you rethink who's allowed to be your coach. What You'll Hear Why Nick doesn't define his ideal client by age or industry, but by willingness His CliftonStrengths of Learner and Activator, and how they show up (for better and worse) in his coaching What baseball taught him about daily motivation, mental toughness, and the difference between a major and a minor failure The moment that ended his baseball career and the identity crisis that followed Why he believes everyone should have a coach, and what neuroplasticity has to do with it The one-song dance party habit that unlocks his best ideas What he's learned building the Kleitsch's Coaching Collective and The Modern Warrior from scratch His go-to reading list for anyone who wants to understand how their brain and habits actually work Resources & Links Mentioned The Five Major Pieces of the Life Puzzle by Jim Rohn The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg Emotional Agility by Susan David Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza Connect with Nick Life with Nick Life with Nick Podcast Email: kleitschn60@gmail.com Listen and Subscribe Spotify Apple Podcasts If this one hit home, send it to the person in your life who needs to hear that willingness matters more than having it all figured out. And if you've got 30 seconds, leave us a review. It helps more than you know.  

1. From Career Change to Property Investing How Lorraine went from a career in law to caring for her father and becoming an accidental property investor. How an email sent to the wrong Lorraine led her to housing vulnerable young people. 2. Learning Through Action and Experience How Lorraine and her business partner learned from mistakes while navigating property auctions. Why education is as much about building the right network and community as gaining knowledge. 3. The Influence of Family and Values How Lorraine's parents shaped her entrepreneurial spirit, generosity and belief in giving others a chance. Why she believes profit and purpose can work hand in hand. 4. Property, Dignity and Social Impact How Lorraine uses property to support people facing difficult circumstances while preserving their dignity. Why wealth building can go beyond financial independence towards impact and legacy. 5. Recognition, Purpose and Creating a Legacy How a community initiative during COVID led to Lorraine receiving The Lancelot Andrewes Medal. How PRIME helps successful women explore how they can create a bigger impact. 6. Taking Action and Finding Focus Kevin and Bimbi's reflections on Lorraine's entrepreneurial drive, risk-taking and willingness to take action. Why finding a clear focus and niche can be a powerful starting point when building something new. Key Takeaways: Wealth can be used to create opportunities for others. Experience and influence can help support people facing difficult circumstances. Entrepreneurial skills can be used to create meaningful social impact. Building a legacy can start long before you're gone. Resources: The View From My Window: Grace, Grit and Purposeful Property Lorraine Thomas on LinkedIn [BOOK] Purposeful Retirement: Find Fulfillment in Later Life WealthBuilders - Build, protect and transfer your wealth WealthBuilders Membership: Free access to guides, webinars, and community Connect with Us: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Next Steps On Your WealthBuilding Journey:   Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community Schedule a 1:1 call with one of our team Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila hosted brain coach Jim Kwik to break down practical strategies for improving memory, focus, motivation, learning, and brain health while using AI and technology without losing the skills that make us human.⁣⁣Connect with Jim - ⁣https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@JimKwik⁣Buy his book here - https://limitlessdaily.com/⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters: ⁣00:00 - President Clinton Memory Story⁣00:19 - AI Study & Motivation Formula⁣00:41 - Jim Kwik's Origin Story⁣15:01 - Meeting President Clinton⁣16:24 - How to Remember Names⁣24:48 - Brain Types & Parenting⁣30:03 - Reading vs. Listening⁣31:44 - Create, Consume, Clear⁣35:00 - Mind Before Media⁣45:03 - Taking Personal Agency⁣46:39 - Designing Better Habits⁣47:21 - Questions, Focus & Discomfort⁣1:00:06 - Emotional Control & Presence⁣1:01:16 - Courage & Regret⁣1:10:01 - Identity & Taking Action⁣1:15:06 - Faith, Prayer & Gratitude⁣1:19:18 - Human Intelligence vs. AI⁣1:24:45 - Focus & Procrastination⁣1:30:09 - Brain Health Basics⁣1:31:20 - Small Simple Steps⁣1:36:18 - Put It Into Action

Send us Fan MailSometimes you solve the thing you were worried about and feel relieved for about five minutes. Then your brain finds something else that could go wrong.Matt and Steve talk about what uncertainty does to them, from travel and job changes to money, family responsibilities, and situations where you've prepared as well as you can but still can't control the outcome. They also look back at the role alcohol used to play as a reliable way to shut down that discomfort, at least temporarily.Matt isn't trying to become fearless or convince himself everything will work out. He's trying to notice when fear of an uncertain outcome is keeping him from taking the next reasonable action—and learning that sometimes doing what you can has to be enough.Support the show

In this episode, multi-business owner and mom of three Dani Lynnes joins the show to discuss her journey growing a seven-figure childcare center in North Dakota, alongside managing an Airbnb, a farm, a tote rental company, and a family sports schedule. Dani opens up about the pivotal moment that forced her to shift from a hands-on director to a systems-oriented COO, leading to the creation of "the dashboard"—a Trello-based organization system that helps busy moms and entrepreneurs streamline their lives, reduce decision fatigue, and reclaim their freedom. She also shares her raw perspective on navigating the comparison traps of social media, leaning into faith after the sudden loss of her father, and learning to prioritize health, sleep, and alignment over superficial markers of success. About Dani Lynnes Dani Lynnes is a business owner, systems strategist, and creator of The Dashboard—a simple operating system that helps established entrepreneurs organize their priorities, reduce overwhelm, and make confident decisions. As the owner of multiple businesses, including a successful childcare center, real estate ventures, and other entrepreneurial endeavors, Dani understands what it takes to balance growth, leadership, and family without sacrificing what matters most. Known for her practical, no-fluff approach, Dani teaches business owners how to create systems that bring clarity, increase productivity, and free up mental space so they can focus on the work that truly moves the needle. Her mission is simple: help entrepreneurs stop managing chaos and start leading with intention. Connect with Dani on LinkedIn Follow Dani on Instagram Check out Dani's freebie 30 Minute Weekly Reset   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

What do you do when life feels uncertain and you're not sure what comes next?In Episode 202 of the Decide Your Legacy Podcast, Adam gets personal about some of the transitions and struggles he's been navigating and shares four powerful questions that are helping him find clarity. These are the same types of questions Adam uses with coaching clients to get beneath the surface, identify what really matters, and take meaningful action.You'll explore what makes you feel most fulfilled, what you may regret if nothing changes, who you want to become over the next five years, and how you would show up differently if you had ten times more self confidence. This episode isn't about having everything figured out. It's about being willing to ask yourself difficult questions, answer them honestly and take the next right step.Articles Mentioned:My 20 Favorite Questions to Ask Clients18 Ways to Build Self-ConfidenceRSVP to the Upcoming Self Confidence Workshop HERE_____________________________TAKE THE NEXT STEP!Conversation starters are helpful, but the deeper issue is often courage. If you want to become more confident, less anxious, and more willing to take action in the conversations that matter most, go through Shatterproof Yourself Lite. In 7 small steps, you'll learn how to face fear, build confidence, and move toward the kind of relationships and legacy you actually want._____________________________Subscribe for weekly personal growth breakdowns, and comment below on which life challenge you want us to cover next.

Did you know that 82% of all intrusions don't involve any sort of malware, and AI-augmented attacks are up 89% year over year? If your security operations team is solely focused on reacting to known-bad SIEM alerts, you may be missing the silent breaches. In this episode, Ashish is joined by Damien Lewke, Founder and CEO of Nebulock, to discuss the critical shift toward a "Hunt First" mindset. Damien explains why moving away from alert fatigue and focusing on raw, normalized telemetry (across endpoint, identity, and cloud) is the only way to proactively surface unknown threats. We also dive into how AI is finally democratizing the elite skill of threat hunting, allowing even single-person security teams to investigate and attribute complex behaviors.From hunting down shadow AI (like unapproved MCPs) to challenging the notion that AI will replace threat hunters, this episode is a masterclass in modern security operations. Guest Socials -⁠⁠ Damien's LinkedinPodcast Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CloudSecPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you want to watch videos of this LIVE STREAMED episode and past episodes - Check out our other Cloud Security Social Channels:-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cloud Security Podcast- Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cloud Security Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you are interested in AI Security, you can check out our sister podcast -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AI Security PodcastQuestions asked:(00:00) Introduction: The Problem with Reactive Security Alerts(02:00) Damien Lewke's Background (DoD, CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf, Nebulock)(04:00) Why Breaches Happen in Silence: The Value of Telemetry Over Alerts(05:30) How AI Democratizes Elite Threat Hunting for Small Teams(07:30) Defining the "Hunt First" Mindset and Methodology(11:00) Surfacing Active Intrusions Using Cross-Domain Context(13:30) The Importance of Transparency in AI Decision Making(16:30) When NOT to Use AI for Detections (The Power of Heuristics)(18:30) The Best First AI Security Use Case: Hunting Shadow AI & MCPs(23:00) Detecting Rogue AI Agents via Tempo, Breadth, and Automation Signatures(28:30) The Future of SIEM: Data Gravity vs. Purpose-Built Security Analytics(34:30) Disagreeing with Gartner: Why Threat Hunters Are More Vital Than Ever(40:00) The 89% Rise in AI-Augmented Attacks and Taking Action(41:30) The "You Laugh, You Lose" Cybersecurity Joke Challenge Resources spoken about during the episode:- Hunting MCP Server Exploitations- Using classical machine learning for threat hunting (and saving tokens in the process)- Your newest insider has legitimate access

What if failure wasn't something to avoid—but a skill to master? In this episode, I share a fresh take on how to handle setbacks, manage your mind, and turn mistakes into momentum.Why your brain resists failure (and how to outsmart it)The mindset shift that transforms “mistakes” into dataHow to stop hiding in research and start taking actionUnderstand what creates confidence  Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

In this episode of The IT Experts Podcast, I sit down with Neil Shaw to unpack why most MSPs stay stuck, and what it really takes to build lasting momentum after years of plodding along. Neil spent over thirty years in the IT industry, built and exited his own MSP, and now helps other owners avoid the traps he fell into himself. We start by exploring what stuck actually looks like. It rarely means rock bottom. More often it is an owner who has found a level of success and settled there, surrounded by choice paralysis, too many options, and no clear next step. This is one of the clearest reasons why most MSPs stay stuck, they default to what they know rather than making a deliberate decision to move forward.    We talk about the danger of referral success. When new business keeps arriving without effort, there is little pressure to build proper marketing or sales processes, which quietly reinforces why most MSPs stay stuck for years longer than they need to. Neil shares how he and his business partner stripped their own business back to basics, figuring out exactly what was missing before hiring ahead of need rather than waiting until they were creaking under pressure. We spend real time on letting go, and Neil is candid about how hard this is for techie owners who are used to doing everything themselves. His advice is simple and powerful. Look at the tasks that belong to old you rather than business owner you, and find the right person to take them on, even if they only reach eighty percent of your standard to begin with.    Shiny object syndrome comes up too, particularly with the flood of AI tools now aimed at MSPs. Neil's advice cuts through the noise. Before buying anything new, work out what would break if you were away for a day, a week, or a month, then fix those things first. We also get into some of the most common regrets Neil has seen, firing bad clients too late, waiting too long to raise prices, and holding onto delivery work that should have been handed off years earlier. This theme of avoidable delay runs right through why most MSPs stay stuck, and Neil is refreshingly direct about the fact that most owners already know what needs to change, they simply have not made the decision yet.     One of the most practical moments comes when Neil walks through his own client matrix, ranking accounts by spend and by how much hassle they cause, then working through the list from least favourite upwards. It is a simple, repeatable way to raise prices with confidence and free up capacity for the clients who deserve it. We also talk about trust, and how building a team who can think for themselves, rather than constantly asking permission, is one of the biggest unlocks for any owner trying to step back from day to day delivery.    Towards the end we shift to momentum itself. Motivation fades fast once real life gets in the way, so Neil talks about the value of an accountability partner, someone to share your roadmap with and lean on when the energy dips. His rapid fire answers say it all, the best decision he ever delayed was getting rid of a bad client, and the worst was not raising prices sooner. If you recognise any of this in your own MSP, the message from this episode is clear. Understanding why most MSPs stay stuck is the first step, and taking one small, imperfect action this week is the one that actually moves you forward.    You can find Neil Shaw through his LinkedIn and website.   Make sure to check out our Ultimate MSP Growth Guide, a free guide that walks you through a proven process to take your MSP from stuck to scalable, without working even more hours. It's 44 pages rammed with advice, insights and inspiration to help you decide what support is available to you now if you want to grow and scale your business. Click HERE to get your copy.    Connect on LinkedIn HERE with Ian and also with Stuart by clicking this LINK    And when you're ready to take the next step in growing your MSP, come and take the Scale with Confidence MSP Mastery Quiz. In just three minutes, you'll get a 360-degree scan of your MSP and identify the one or two tactics that could help you find more time, engage & align your people and generate more leads.    If you're serious about growth and want to explore what this could look like for your MSP, you can book a Right Fit Clarity Call with us HERE.  OR   To join our amazing Facebook Group of over 400 MSPs where we are helping you Scale Up with Confidence, then click HERE  Until next time, look after yourself and I'll catch up with you soon!   

Austin shares the best personal development secret that he's learned and shows you how to get over that hump!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - What's holding you back?[1:07] - Austin's best personal development secret[1:30] - That little voice in your head[2:34] - Getting started is scary!Want To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin's courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin's proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin's proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin's Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone's professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

How do you move forward after getting fired, surviving breast cancer, and completely redefining what success looks like? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Ira Kaganovsky, a former Merrill Lynch and Citigroup advisor, successful financial practice owner, entrepreneur, and breast cancer survivor. Ira's story is one of resilience, tenacity, sales, and knowing when to let go of the plan you originally created. After three friends were diagnosed with breast cancer, Ira began questioning what she was putting on her body and set out to create a natural deodorant that actually worked. Despite being rejected by 18 spas, she kept going until the Four Seasons saw potential in her product and gave her an opportunity to change her packaging. This episode is about sustainable high performance, burnout prevention, and the importance of being willing to "kill the baby" when your business needs to evolve.   What You Will Learn: How getting fired can become the catalyst for entrepreneurship. Why entrepreneurial thinking does not always fit within traditional corporate structures. How to replace the dollars-for-hours mindset with an ROI-focused approach. Why working smarter can create greater results while reducing burnout. How leveraging one major client can open the door to an entirely new market. Why sales are essential to turning an idea into a sustainable business. How to recognize when your business is telling you to change direction. Why entrepreneurs should avoid becoming emotionally attached to their original product or business model. How Ira pivoted her company when COVID eliminated her primary spa distribution channel. Why profitability matters when you want to grow, raise capital, or continue making an impact. How launching before everything is perfect can create opportunities that waiting may prevent. Why entrepreneurs need to prioritize marketing rather than simply creating more products. How resilience, tenacity, and adaptability can help entrepreneurs navigate major disruptions. The surprising story behind the Freedom brand name and its hummingbird logo.   Connect with Ira Kaganovsky Freedom Deodorant  https://freedomdeodorant.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com    

Signage will be erected at a popular Clare walking trail in order to deter further illegal dumping. Coillte has confirmed it will install anti-dumping signs at Mooghaun Forest following a spate of incidents in recent weeks. The semi-state agency responsible for the management of 440,000 hectares of Irish forests says it's spent €2m on removing illegally dumped waste in recent years. Newmarket-On-Fergus Fianna Fáil Councillor David Griffin is hopeful the latest measures will alleviate the issue.

What happens when a high achiever learns that success isn't just about pushing harder—it's about thinking differently? In this episode, Christina sits down with renowned executive coach John Ryan to unpack the mindset, tools, and experiences that have shaped his coaching career. They dive into the power of NLP, the hidden challenges that often come with high achievement, and why genuine human connection may be more important than ever in an increasingly tech-driven world. This is a conversation about success, self-awareness, and what it really takes to perform at your highest level, without losing yourself in the process. About John Ryan John Ryan, MBA, MSW, PHD is a leading expert in leadership, communication, and change. He is a Certified Master Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming and the Founder of NLP Unlimited™. John has 30 years of experience in the training and development industry, logging over 2,000 days of training and countless hours of coaching, empowering his students and clients to expand their impact, influence, and income.  Connect with John on LinkedIn Follow John's Youtube channel   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

What happens when you desperately want eating disorder recovery, you know what you need to do, and yet fear keeps stopping you?In this Q&A episode of Fly to Freedom – The Anorexia Recovery Podcast, I answer questions from members of the Eating Disorder Recovery Circle about fear, restriction, body image, changing routines, treatment and that frustrating gap between wanting to recover and actually taking action.We begin with the constant noise around food, bodies, exercise and "health". Step targets, fitness advice, diets, weight-loss drugs and wellness trends can sound remarkably similar to eating disorder rules. I talk about why public health advice isn't personal healthcare, and why a better question can be: "Is this right for me?"We also explore helping children develop a healthier relationship with their bodies. One listener shares a painful school uniform shopping experience that left her daughter believing her body was the problem. We can't protect children from every message about body size, but we can teach them to question those messages rather than themselves.Another question looks at anxiety when routines change. When work stops, holidays begin or life becomes quieter, eating disorder thoughts can suddenly become louder. We explore why nourishment doesn't have to be earned through productivity and why learning to rest can be an important part of recovery.Then we get onto chocolate! After years of completely restricting it, one listener wonders whether cutting chocolate out again might help her stop restricting everything else. We look at deprivation, rebound eating and whether chocolate is really the problem, or whether it has become a symbol of the fear of losing control.Following my recent conversation with hypnotherapist Bonnie Killip, I also share my own experience of hypnotherapy. Could it help bridge the gap between intention and action? I believe it can be a useful tool, but ultimately our brains change through new experiences. We still have to take recovery actions and repeatedly show the nervous system that we're safe.We also talk about moving forwards when previous eating disorder treatment hasn't helped or has made things feel worse. An approach not meeting your needs doesn't mean recovery isn't possible. It may simply help you understand what kind of support you need next.Finally, we come to the question running underneath so much of this episode:Do you actually have to feel ready before you recover?I spent years waiting to feel ready. I thought one day I'd feel brave enough to eat more, rest, gain weight and let go of control. That day never came.My actions had to come first. I had to recover while I was frightened, and slowly my feelings caught up. Confidence didn't create the recovery actions. The recovery actions gradually created confidence.In this episode, we explore:Societal pressure around weight, food, exercise and healthHelping children navigate body image pressuresAnxiety when routine disappearsWhy food doesn't need to be earnedRestriction, chocolate and rebound eatingHypnotherapy and anorexia recoveryMoving forwards when treatment hasn't helpedFear of weight gain and restrictionReadiness versus willingness in recoveryHow recovery actions help rewire the brainEvery question in this episode came from members of the Eating Disorder Recovery Circle.The Circle is a supportive community where you can ask the questions you're struggling with, celebrate recovery wins with people who understand how significant they are, and find support when taking the next step feels hard.You'll also find recovery resources, courses, workshops, group coaching calls, challenges and the opportunity to submit questions for future Q&A episodes.If you'd like people beside you as you build a life bigger than the eating disorder, come and join us at edrecoverycircle.com.You don't have to feel ready. You only have to be willing to take the next step.Join the Eating Disorder Recovery Circle

Hello, Voices of the Bench community. This is Casey Baldwin with Ivoclar. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new IPS emax Zirconia, offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help you save valuable production time while maintaining consistent outcomes. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out today and discover how IPS emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow. As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why Knight Dental recently launched SimplyARCH Studio, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing hyperDENT. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set hyperDENT apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, hyperDENT helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one. Join us at the Race For the Future 12 to raise money for the Foundation For Dental Laborary Technology. September 27th in Valley View, Texas! https://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/race-for-the-future/ Shawn Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies joins Elvis and Barb to talk all things NOLA LabFest October 15-17th, including the welcome addition to the speaker lineup: martial arts instructor and business coach Jude Grayson. After Jude's keynote at last year's LabFest, the response was strong enough to bring him back for another keynote and a breakout session. The conversation starts with the obvious question: what the heck does a karate instructor know about the dental laboratory industry? As Jude explains, quite a bit. Having practiced martial arts since he was five years old and built a career around teaching, competition, entrepreneurship, and business coaching, Jude draws a surprising number of parallels between martial arts and business. He talks about discipline, competition, confidence, risk, and his “five-year-old board break moment”—the idea that sometimes the ability to succeed is already inside us, and the right coach simply helps unlock it. He also explains how those lessons translate into working with business owners and helping them recognize opportunities they may not see themselves. The conversation then turns toward one of the biggest challenges facing dental laboratories today: knowing when it's time to pivot. With technology, AI, 3D printing, changing doctor workflows, and the evolving DSO landscape continuing to reshape the industry, Jude's NOLA LabFest keynote will focus on how business owners can recognize when change is necessary, decide when to act, and understand the risks that come with being an early adopter. He also shares some great perspective on failure, competition, and why making a bad business decision doesn't necessarily mean you've lost—the real loss comes when you stop competing altogether. Shawn also gives us a look at what else is happening at NOLA LabFest, including education on AI, social media marketing, employee culture, DSOs, and other topics affecting dental laboratories right now. And, of course, there's plenty of the NOLA LabFest fun mixed in, from the masquerade party and distillery tour to the return of Family Feud. It's a conversation about business, leadership, taking risks, and finding ways to keep dental laboratories moving forward—and it all starts with a karate instructor walking into a dental show.Special Guests: Jude Grayson and Shawn Nowak.

What if the life you thought would make you happy is actually the thing disconnecting you from yourself? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Desislava Dimitrova, a meditation teacher, bestselling author, podcast speaker, and transformational guide. Desislava shares how her early vision of corporate success quickly began to unravel when the reality of long hours, competition, and an environment that didn't align with her values began affecting her physical and emotional well-being. Her first yoga class became an unexpected doorway into a deeper spiritual awakening and a reconnection with herself. This episode explores what happens when the version of success you've been pursuing no longer fits, how physical and emotional signals can reveal deeper misalignment, and why creating space to reconnect with yourself can open the door to a completely different way of living and working.   What You Will Learn: How physical and emotional symptoms can signal that your current environment is no longer aligned with who you are. Why the definition of success you inherited may not actually create happiness or fulfillment. How yoga and meditation can become gateways to greater self-awareness and spiritual awakening. Why reconnecting with your authentic self can change the direction of your career and life. How motherhood influenced the decision to prioritize flexibility, presence, and purpose. How a personal health crisis can become a catalyst for deeper healing and transformation. What a personalized primordial sound mantra is and how it can be incorporated into a meditation practice. How consistent meditation can help quiet the mind, release emotions, and create greater peace. Why spiritual practices work differently for each person and each moment. How creating space for stillness can help you become more present to what you need right now.   Connect with Desislava Dimitrova Website https://www.desi-divine.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

What really changes when you go from $1 million to $100 million? Surprisingly, not much. In this episode, Christina explores why bigger businesses don't necessarily mean fewer problems, more freedom, or greater peace. From payroll and hiring to leadership loneliness and personal pressure, CEOs face many of the same challenges, just at a larger scale. The real difference? Knowing how to make clear, decisive decisions under pressure and keep moving forward. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

#159: On today's episode, Han jumps on for a SOLO episode all about discipline: how to build success, why discipline is a skill you can actually develop, and how staying present can completely change the way you view discipline as you approach personal growth, success, and your mental health.Han gets into one of the questions she gets asked most: how do you stay so motivated? The truth is, she doesn't. Motivation comes and goes. But when motivation falters, discipline is something you can learn to rely on.She breaks down why she doesn't believe disciplined people are simply born that way, why discipline is a skill that can be strengthened and flexed over time, and why so much of building discipline comes down to staying present and learning to keep promises to yourself.Han gets into:Why discipline matters more than motivationHow discipline can actually be developed and strengthened over timeWhy consistency often matters more than talent, intelligence, or qualificationBuilding confidence and self-trust by keeping small promises to yourselfWhy the promises you make to yourself don't need to be massive to create meaningful changeCreating consistency through small, low-stakes daily actionsWhy staying present is one of the most important parts of becoming disciplinedHow constantly thinking about where you “should” be can make it harder to take actionThe pressure to be more successful, make more money, feel more healed, or be further along than you areWhy obsessing over the end goal can actually work against your personal growthHow to know where you're going without thinking about the destination every single dayFocusing on what actually moves the needle forward todayHow small, consistent actions compound over timeAdjusting your expectations of what the journey toward success is supposed to look and feel likeLearning to trust yourself and the process even when you can't see immediate resultsSmall ways that Han stays disciplined in her mental health and wellnesss routines & MORE!This episode is for anyone who is struggling to stay consistent, who's procrastinating on taking action, or feeling overwhelmed by how far they still have to go. If you're working toward becoming more successful, mentally well, confident, disciplined, or simply becoming someone you can rely on, this episode is a reminder to know where you're going, come back to today, and trust that what you do consistently will compound over time.CONNECT with HAN:follow Han ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow HOW I SEE IT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow Han on Substack ⁠here⁠watch HOW I SEE IT on YouTube ⁠here⁠shop the podcast merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠work with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.comTIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Discipline, Success & Staying Present00:30 — Welcome Back / Feeling Better01:45 — Why I'm Talking About Discipline02:13 — Motivation vs. Discipline03:15 — Discipline Is a Skill You Can Develop03:35 — Why Consistent Action Creates Success04:15 — Building Confidence by Keeping Small Promises04:43 — Why Success Requires Staying Present05:53 — Stop Living in the “Helicopter View”06:11 — Why Obsessing Over the End Goal Makes Discipline Harder07:20 — Daily Action & the Compound Effect08:07 — Changing Your Expectations of the Journey09:26 — Starting Before You Have Everything Figured Out09:46 — Procrastination, Overthinking & Getting Stuck in the Big Picture11:46 — How I Build Discipline in Business12:44 — Structure, Scheduling & Staying Organized13:55 — The Daily To-Do List & Keeping Promises to Yourself17:04 — Discipline in Mental Health & Therapy18:03 — Discipline With Fitness & Physical Health19:37 — Supplements, Skincare & Everyday Commitments21:40 — The Compound Effect Beyond Money22:50 — Anyone Can Build Discipline24:26 — The Real Key: Showing Up for Yourself24:40 — Why Success Is in the Journey, Not the End Goal25:00 — Applying Discipline to Healing, Happiness & Being Present25:31 — Final Thoughts26:01 — Outro

We often think of groundbreaking innovation in terms of technology, spreadsheets, and complex engineering. But what happens when humanity's most ambitious moonshots—literally reaching for the stars and returning to the moon—depend entirely on the subtle, daily interactions of human connection and moral courage? In this powerful episode, Chris Schembra sits down with Janet Grondin, CEO of Stellar Solutions and former U.S. Air Force Colonel.  Janet shares her journey from a small town in Iowa to directing teams of top engineers and advisors on humanity's most critical space and defense missions, including NASA's Artemis program. Together, they explore the tragedy that shaped her childhood, how to lead with moral courage through delayed gratification, why true leadership means helping every employee find their "dream job," and why human vision—not AI—will always be the ultimate driver of high-ground innovation.   10 Memorable Quotes "You won't survive in our business if you don't work hard and have a solid ethical foundation." — Janet Grondin "When you do see someone who could use a hand, reach out and take action. Don't walk by that problem." — Janet Grondin "For you to operate maritime, terrestrial forces, really hold your nation secure, you do need the high ground of space." — Janet Grondin "Processes don't build systems. Paper doesn't build systems... People build systems. People have visions." — Janet Grondin "Very subtle, small human interactions can have outsized impact on the mission." — Janet Grondin "If leadership is lonely, you're doing it wrong." — Janet Grondin "Mission success is paramount. People are paramount." — Janet Grondin "The connection is through the question, and then you have to be ready for the answer because it's not always the answer you want." — Janet Grondin "AI is not going to put those together and go, 'Hey, we should build a spaceship... to create diamonds and silicon.' Humans do that." — Janet Grondin "The work is done by people. And without people, I don't care what you're building, you're not gonna build much without people." — Janet Grondin   10 Key Takeaways The Ethical Foundation: High-stakes leadership requires an unshakeable ethical foundation and a commitment to leaving every environment better than you found it. Taking Action over Bystander Mindset: Real leadership means taking immediate action when you spot someone in need or identify a flaw in a critical system. The High Ground Advantage: Long-term security, communication, and economic innovation depend on securing and developing the "high ground" of low Earth orbit and lunar bases. Humans Build Systems, Not Spreadsheets: Technology and processes are just tools; the human connection between designers, builders, and leaders is the true "secret sauce" of complex mission success. Psychological Safety in Engineering: High-performing cultures require enough trust and moral courage for team members to raise flags when something isn't right without fear of dismissal. The "Dream Job" Culture: Regularly asking employees "Are you in your dream job?" builds deep alignment and ensures the company evolves in the direction of its people. Combating Productivity Paradoxes: Instead of letting efficiency gains get swallowed by routine administrative busywork, leaders must intentionally protect space for collaboration and connection. Intentional Community Building: Distributed and remote teams require intentional, high-touch connection points, from monthly one-on-ones to biannual retreats and collaborative strategy sessions. Human Vision vs. AI Execution: While AI excels at data sifting and routine tasks, original genius, cross-domain breakthroughs, and visionary courage remain uniquely human. Redefining Impact and Boundaries: True growth comes from recognizing you are a small, vital part of something much bigger than yourself—and expanding your sights beyond terrestrial boundaries. About Our Guest Janet Grondin is the Chief Executive Officer of Stellar Solutions, Inc., a woman-owned aerospace engineering services firm and Malcolm Baldrige Award winner serving intelligence, defense, civil, commercial, and international customers. Janet's career spans three decades across the U.S. Air Force—where she retired as a Colonel—Fortune 500 defense contractor Northrop Grumman, and now Stellar Solutions. Winner of the 2022 Women in Aerospace Leadership Award, she serves as Chair of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Space Division. Janet holds a B.S. magna cum laude in Aeronautical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and master's degrees from AFIT, the Air War College, and the Air Command and Staff College. She resides in Reston, Virginia with her husband Pat. Learn more at stellarsolutions.com.

What happens when you've achieved financial success by following the traditional playbook, only to realize it has left you burned out, disconnected, and unfulfilled? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Debbie Dobbins, speaker, author, and transformational mentor, helping women and conscious entrepreneurs rewrite their relationship with money, success, and self-worth. After building successful businesses and earning millions, Debbie's life took an unexpected turn when she faced cancer, financial collapse, and the challenge of rebuilding from scratch. Rather than allowing those experiences to define her, she discovered a deeper understanding of abundance rooted in self-worth, feminine leadership, intuition, and courage.  This episode explores how women can release outdated beliefs around money, stop living by the masculine hustle model, and create lasting prosperity by becoming fully aligned with who they truly are.   What You Will Learn: Why your money story influences every financial decision you make. How burnout often signals a disconnect from your authentic self. The hidden cost of following the masculine success playbook. Why feminine energy is essential for sustainable leadership and abundance. How micro acts of courage build confidence and expand your capacity for success. The role gratitude and breathwork play in shifting your relationship with money. Why true wealth begins with believing you are already worthy. How entrepreneurs can avoid recreating corporate burnout in their own businesses. Why intuition is becoming one of today's most valuable leadership skills. How releasing limiting beliefs opens the door to greater abundance and impact.   Connect with Debbie Dobbins Website https://thedebbiedobbins.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

What if confidence was never supposed to come before an action? In this episode, we're talking about what happened when each of us was forced to act long before we felt ready, and not one of us felt brave going in. The confidence showed up after, every single time, because taking action is where building confidence actually starts. We get into why self doubt convinces you to wait for a feeling that only arrives through experience, what it means to do it scared, and how gathering evidence from everything you've already survived becomes the proof you can handle whatever comes next, plus: Why waiting to feel ready is a confidence trap that keeps women postponing jobs, relationships, and dreams for years How Elizabeth went from napping through oral reports to hosting a podcast, and why it had nothing to do with waking up brave Why Tara's swim to islands a mile and a quarter offshore became the memory she borrows from every time something hard shows up How Maria reframes overcoming fear with her clients Why outsourcing your confidence to a goal weight, a paycheck, or a milestone keeps it permanently out of reach What midlife women carry that younger women don't How small, simple wins stack into the self trust that makes bigger changes possible If you've ever put your life on hold waiting to figure out how to be more confident, this episode is your reminder that you're allowed to start scared, and that the confidence you've been waiting for is just on the other side. Let's rebrand wellness together! Elizabeth, Tara & Maria   Connect with us! The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Take the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz Join The Nourished Table, Elizabeth's monthly recipe club, for $20 a month: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/recipe-club Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara's Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Episodes Mentioned Loved this conversation? We went deep on confidence once before. Go back and listen to Episode 55: Reclaiming Confidence, A Fat Shaming Survival Guide If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!

As e-bikes become more common on Charlotte's streets, concerns are growing over how some people are riding them and the safety risks they pose. Injury rates involving e-bikes among children and adolescents surged 7.5-fold between January 2023 and May 2026, with nearly 7% of those visits involving traumatic brain injuries. We look at how e-bikes are regulated and what the city of Charlotte may do about them.

What does it take to turn a passion into a global brand? In this episode, Christina sits down with professional golfer, world-renowned trick shot artist, and entrepreneur Tania Tare to unpack her incredible journey from the golf course to social media stardom. Tania shares how viral content opened unexpected doors, the challenges she faced building a business and navigating international opportunities, and how she's now helping creators and brands collaborate in smarter ways. Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, or simply looking for inspiration to think bigger, this conversation is packed with insights on creativity, resilience, and building a career on your own terms. About Tania Tare Tania Tare is a professional golfer and one of the world's most recognizable golf trick shot artists. Originally from New Zealand, she gained international attention for her creative cup trick videos, which quickly went viral across Instagram and other social media platforms. Today, Tania combines her passion for golf with entertaining, innovative content that has captivated millions of viewers and inspired golfers around the world. Connect with Tania on LinkedIn Follow Tania on Instagram   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

I need you to hear this: You do not have to feel ready to change your life. But believing you need to feel ready? That's what gets people stuck, every time.  Here's the deal: You already know what you need to do. But if you keep waiting—for confidence, motivation, certainty, or some magical sign that says, now…. that what needs to change. The new idea: feeling ready comes after you take action, not before. That was just one of the main takeaways from an incredibly inspiring conversation with Cate Hall — a woman who doesn't just preach that, she lives it.  She's used this method to become a Supreme Court attorney, #1-ranked poker player (really!), and most recently the author of You Can Just Do Things. She's here to teach you about the hidden reason smart, capable people stay stuck, and more importantly, how to break the pattern. Listen to learn: The tiny shift that turns “someone should” into “I could” Why waiting for motivation may be the very thing keeping you frozen How to take action before your brain has talked you out of it Why rejection gets less powerful the moment you stop avoiding it How one brave move can create opportunities you never could have planned You do not need a personality transplant. You do not need a perfect plan. You need one move. And that move can change everything. So press play. Let's get you moving. Xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby Growing Self Special thanks to this month's sponsors of the podcast: Shopify —  Every self-made person started somewhere. Yours starts free at shopify.com/lhs Quince — Quality products you'll actually use that feel like luxury without the price tag. Get free shipping and 365-day returns at ⁠quince.com/lhs⁠ Skylight — Stay connected with the people you love through beautiful digital calendars and photo frames designed for real family life. Learn more at skylightcal.com/lhs. Music: Freedom Day by Andy Slatter

How much of your life is on hold? How many times have you told yourself: "When I have more time..." "When I feel more confident..." "When I'm less busy..." "When I know exactly what to do..." "When I'm fully healed..." For many of us, waiting becomes a way of life. We wait for permission. We wait for certainty. We wait for fear to disappear. We wait for someone else to choose us before we choose ourselves. But what if the life you're longing for isn't waiting for perfect conditions? What if it's waiting for you? In this episode of Cacao Conversations, we're exploring the hidden ways we delay our own growth, happiness, and fulfillment while convincing ourselves we're simply being responsible or realistic. We talk about: waiting for the perfect time waiting for confidence before taking action the myth of being "fully healed" fear disguised as preparation choosing yourself even when you don't feel ready personal responsibility and co-creation why small steps create momentum the power of taking action before certainty arrives At some point, the question isn't whether you're ready. The question is whether you're willing. Because the future you're waiting for may require a decision that can only be made in this moment. New episodes of Cacao Conversations drop weekly. Sip. Connect. Awaken. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Dorice Ross Elder of Body & Soul Ministries, Dorice is a healer, educator, and guide devoted to supporting others in remembering their divinity and lived experience of Oneness. With a background in physical therapy and university-level teaching, her path has always bridged the body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in both psychology and energy healing, and inspired by diverse spiritual traditions, Dorice creates safe, compassionate spaces where healing unfolds naturally. Her work is guided by love, deep listening, and trust in the wisdom of Source.  Instagram: @rossdoriceShine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Dorice

What if the key to growing your business isn't finding more leads but building better relationships? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Sarah Hubbard, founder of The Intentional Network and author of The Intentional Networker.  Today, 85% of her multi-million-dollar business comes from referral partnerships, and she's helped hundreds of entrepreneurs generate millions in referral revenue using her proven MAPP Framework. Sarah shares how listening to your deeper calling, creating intentional relationships, and refining your message can transform both your business and your life. Whether you're preparing to leave corporate, growing a consultancy, or simply tired of chasing clients, this conversation will show you how connection truly creates capital.   What You Will Learn: Why authentic relationships outperform traditional networking strategies. How listening to repeated signs can reveal your next calling. The importance of building a business that aligns with your strengths and values. What the MAPP Framework is and how it creates referral-based growth. Why mindset and intentionality are the foundation of successful networking. How authentic presence builds trust faster than scripted conversations. Ways to craft clear, memorable messaging that generates referrals. Why specificity makes it easier for others to introduce ideal clients. How purposeful follow-through strengthens long-term business relationships. The difference between operating as a technician versus a business owner. How AI can simplify content creation and business preparation. Why honoring your natural personality leads to more sustainable success.   Connect with Sarah Hubbard Website https://sarah-hubbard.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

What if the quality of your life is determined by the quality of your decisions? In this episode, Christina sits down with Guffy Wright to unpack the powerful principles behind his upcoming book, Attach High. Together, they explore how your values shape every decision you make, why vulnerability is a leadership superpower, and how seeking validation from the right places can transform your personal and professional life. If you're ready to make more intentional decisions, lead with greater clarity, and create lasting impact, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom you won't want to miss. About Guffy Wright Guffy Wright is the National Sales Leader and a member of the Board of Directors at The Mahoney Group, one of the largest insurance brokerages in the country. After dropping out of college at 22, he joined the company and has spent the past 19 years building an exceptional leadership career. Today, Guffy is passionate about helping others make better decisions, lead with purpose, and achieve lasting success in both business and life. Learn more about Guffy's book Attach High on his website Connect with Guffy on LinkedIn   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

Are you waiting until you have the perfect workout or diet plan before getting started? That search for certainty may be the very thing holding you back. In this video, I explain why fitness isn't a high-consequence game, why perfection is unnecessary, and how taking just a few simple steps today will teach you far more than endless research ever will.Learn enough to get started and let experience guide the rest.

Why do so many successful women thrive in business but struggle to find lasting love? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Chaya Garcia, The Epic Love Expert, a relationship expert and founder of the growing #LoveLighter movement. Chaya shares how her own journey through toxic relationships, codependency, and self-discovery inspired her mission to help women attract emotionally healthy, lasting partnerships. Whether you're navigating dating, marriage, or simply learning to trust yourself again, this conversation offers powerful wisdom for choosing yourself first.   What You Will Learn: Why high-achieving women often struggle with healthy romantic relationships. The difference between chemistry and emotional safety. How to recognize relationship red flags from the very beginning. Why hope can sometimes keep women stuck in unhealthy situations. The importance of aligning words with actions. How self-love influences every relationship you create. Why emotional sobriety matters as much as physical sobriety. The connection between toxic relationships and unhealthy work environments. How asking better questions leads to better relationship choices. Why letting go can create space for the love you truly deserve.   Connect with Chaya Garcia Website https://connectwithchaya.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

In this fun, fast-paced solo episode, Christina takes the hot seat for a candid rapid-fire Q&A filled with unexpected questions, personal reflections, and powerful lessons. She shares what success truly means to her, the value of investing in yourself, key business and financial insights, and a simple 4-step framework to help leaders reduce unnecessary meetings and reclaim valuable time. From trusting intuition over perfection, choosing experiences over things, and building a life aligned with her values, this episode is packed with honest stories, mindset shifts, and reminders that you have the power to create the life you want. Tune in for an inspiring mix of business wisdom, personal growth, and plenty of laughs.   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop