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2 episodes with wonderhell
2 episodes with wonderhell
2 episodes with wonderhell
2 episodes with wonderhell
2 episodes with wonderhell
Success can be exhilarating, exhausting, even emotional.But even if you have it, you get a niggling feeling you could achieve more.In this episode I am joined by Laura Gassner Otting, author of Wonderhell. We talk about the complexities of success, fulfilment, and personal growth.Laura shares the importance of recognising the emotional challenges that accompany success, and how to navigate them effectively. She discusses the significance of aligning personal goals with values, and the importance of recognising this as a practice for all areas of life not just your work.Whether you're riding high, full of self-doubt or wanting to get back to your A-game, there is a lot to learn from Laura.“Fix the goal, don't fix you” - LauraYou'll hear about:How to use your emotions as catalysts for growthWhy you need to align goals with personal valuesFulfilment and the roles balance and success play to achieve itReinvention as a lifelong process not just in your workAbout Laura Gassner:Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A regular contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives.Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA.Resources:• Profile: https://lauragassnerotting.com/meet-laura/• 'Limitless Leader' report: https://lauragassnerotting.com/resources/#report• ‘Hello Tuesday' Newsletter: https://lauragassnerotting.com/resources/#newsletter• ‘Wonderhell' and ‘Limitless' Books: https://lauragassnerotting.com/resources/#booksMy resources:Take my new Becoming a Strategic Leader course (https://bit.ly/3KJYDTj)Sign up to my Every Day is a Strategy Day newsletter (http://bit.ly/36WRpri) for modern mindsets and practices to help you get ahead.Subscribe to my YouTube channel (http://bit.ly/3cFGk1k) where you can watch the conversation.For more details about me:● Services (https://rb.gy/ahlcuy) to CEOs, entrepreneurs and professionals.● About me (https://rb.gy/dvmg9n) - my background, experience and philosophy.● Examples of my writing https://rb.gy/jlbdds)● Follow me and engage with me on LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/2Z2PexP)● Follow me and engage with me on Twitter (https://bit.ly/36XavNI)
In this episode of The Know Like Trust Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Laura Gassner Otting, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and a regular contributor on Good Morning America. We dive into her latest book, Wonderhell, and the emotional rollercoaster of success—how achieving something great can leave you both exhilarated and overwhelmed by what's next. Laura shares: ✨ Why success can be both wonderful and hellish at the same time ✨ The burden of potential and how to harness it for growth ✨ A simple formula for landing media opportunities to build your brand ✨ How to be unapologetic about your ambition and show up boldly in your business Grab Laura's Book: https://lauragassnerotting.com/resources/#books Learn more about Laura: https://lauragassnerotting.com/ Follow Laura @heylgo on all the socials
Have you ever felt like a fraud in your own success, like you're constantly on the edge of being found out? In this episode of the Win Monday Podcast, we revisit our powerful conversation with Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author Laura Gassner Otting, who shares invaluable insights on building unshakable confidence, finding true fulfillment, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Whether you're grappling with the weight of high expectations or struggling to align your career with your true potential, Laura offers practical strategies to break free from self-doubt and embrace your authentic path to success.Tune in now and take the first step toward living your best life with confidence! Don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with anyone who could use a little encouragement on their own journey to fulfillment. Key TakeawaysUnshakable confidence is the key to success and happiness—define your own path and align your actions with your true purpose.Overcome imposter syndrome by recognizing it as a common challenge for high achievers, and build your confidence through competence.Unlock your full potential by sharing your knowledge and empowering others, while defining success on your own terms. In This Episode:[04:31] Is the journey to "Wonderhell" worth it?[06:37] Practical steps for climbing from the wrong ladder to the right one.[07:10] How to define success and achieve alignment with your true self.[09:36] Why prioritizing your own definition of success is crucial.[10:44] Embracing the reality that new levels bring new challenges.[12:45] Navigating imposter syndrome and reshaping your self-perception.[13:23] Understanding the "looking-glass self" theory and its impact.[18:17] The difference between following your passion and investing in it.[19:36] Laura's biggest flops and the lessons learned.[20:03] The power of owning your role as a confident businesswoman.[25:21] How to manage burnout and recognize your own value.[31:27] Building unshakable confidence from the ground up. Notable Quotes[13:32] “We're not who we think we are, we're not who others think we are. We're who we think others think we are.” — Laura Gassner Otting[16:58] “In the end, I think we have to remind ourselves that, you know, we're so afraid not to be perfect, and we're so afraid to fail. But in every one of our moments of growth, it's come out of failure.” — Laura Gassner Otting[23:07] “If you want to get past impostor syndrome, the best way to do that is to teach somebody something that you've already done.” — Laura Gassner Otting Our GuestLaura Gassner Otting is a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, keynote speaker, and Executive Coach. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, including serving in Bill Clinton's White House, Laura brings a wealth of expertise on personal growth and leadership. She's the author of Limitless and Wonderhell and has appeared on Good Morning America, Oprah Daily, and more. Laura specializes in helping others find their true potential by defying conventional definitions of success. Resources and LinksMonday Momentum (sign up here)Monday MomentumWin Monday Community (join here)Win Monday CommunityPaul EpsteinConfidence QuizWebsiteLinkedInInstagramLaura Gassner OttingWebsiteLinkedInLimitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life - https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Ignore-Everybody-Carve-your/dp/1940858763Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It - https://www.amazon.com/Wonderhell-Success-Doesnt-Should-About/dp/1646871227
What if the discomfort of success isn't a breakdown, but a breakthrough? Laura Gassner Otting challenges us to embrace this idea in what she calls “Wonderhell”—the space where new success unlocks untapped potential while also bringing doubt, anxiety, and bigger goals. Laura's journey is a testament to bold reinvention. From dropping out of law school to working in the White House, founding a global executive search firm, and becoming a bestselling author, she's built a career anchored in core values and fearless decision-making.Her story is more than a career blueprint; it's an invitation to rethink how we view success. Laura believes that passion lies in what you're willing to fail at until you master it and that aligning with your values can transform uncertainty into growth. She reframes midlife as a liberating time to hone skills, grow quietly, and then make your biggest impact. Laura's insights are a rallying cry to anyone ready to push through discomfort and claim their full potential.Key Highlights:Rethinking Passion: Passion is what you're willing to fail at repeatedly until you succeed.Wonderhell Explained: Success reveals untapped potential but also brings doubt and ambition, creating space for growth.Core Values Matter: Staying rooted in your values helps guide decisions and build authentic success.Midlife Opportunity: Laura sees midlife invisibility as a time to refine and prepare for major impact.Leveraging Skills: Past experiences and transferable skills are key to creating new opportunities.About Our Guest:Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief.She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges by helping them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others.Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps.She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it, both because she was hungry for the next chapter and because she held an audacious dream of electing our nation's first female president. (Whomp whomp.)Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list (right behind Michelle Obama), has been translated into Arabic, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, and German, and which Good Morning America'sRobin Roberts chose as one of her Favorite Books of 2019, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Her latest book,...
Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A regular contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. To learn more about Laura, go to her website: www.lauragassnerotting.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support
What is a super-story? And how can you flex yours to fit different audiences, mediums, or conclusions? That's what we dive into today with powerhouse storyteller, Laura Gassner Otting.Laura takes us into a small story about her first time decorating a Christmas tree with her husband's family. Initially horrified by the chipped ornaments and tattered boxes, she grew to love these mismatched decorations. It's a story about finding meaning in often unexpected, imperfect places—and it's full of callbacks and insights helping LGO serve thousands of attendees at events across the globe where she speaks.Laura is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach. She's a regular contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. She also served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, founded an international search firm, and has a superpower in seeing others' greatness and reflecting it back to them. Together, Jay and Laura discuss her effective use of "the specific," finding wisdom in frameworks, and how LGO draws from her time in politics to imbue her speaking with musicality. Plus, they talk about the importance of having rounded edges to end in stories, how to immediately become relatable to your audience, and the art of using callbacks.Whether you're an aspiring author or keynote speaker, executive coach or entrepreneur who teaches through content, this episode will motivate you to resonate more deeply with your stories as you show up to any audience, in any medium. RESOURCES:⚫ Learn more about Laura at her website and watch her viral TED Talk⚫ Follow Laura on TikTok or Linkedin⚫ Buy Laura's books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission Driven
Why doesn't success bring happiness? Why are we always seeking more? How do we create our own luck? Laura Gassner Otting, Author of Wonderhell & Limitless, joins Susan Hobson from Elite High Performance to answer these questions and more. Check out the Elite High Performance Legacy League community and get 30-day free at www.elitehighperformance.com/legacyleague Laura Gassner Otting, Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author. Keynote Speaker. Media Personality. Executive Coach. A Kick in the Ass Wrapped in a Warm Hug. Author - Wonderhell - Why Success Doesn't Feel like it Should Author - Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life Find Laura at the following links: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/ Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links: https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/ https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobson Find Rob Kalwarowsky, World-Renowned Leadership Coach & TEDx Speaker, at the following links: www.elitehighperformance.com https://www.howtodealboss.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kalwarowsky/ https://www.instagram.com/bosscoachrobk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bosscoachrobk
Join Laura Gassner Otting as she shares strategies for overcoming doubts and achieving success. In this episode, she discusses her book "Wonderhell" and explains the difference between people who push forward when they see their potential and those who stay in their comfort zones. She also talks about aligning your work and highlights the importance of ambition and determination for success.About Laura Gassner Otting:Laura Gassner Otting, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, catalyst, and executive coach, inspires people to overcome doubt and embrace bigger challenges. With a 25-year career across start-ups, corporate, nonprofit, political, and philanthropic sectors, she empowers audiences to find their voice and tackle significant challenges. After shaping AmeriCorps in Bill Clinton's White House, she founded a successful search firm. A frequent guest on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, her work appears in Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Laura's books, including "Wonderhell" and "Limitless", have been translated into five languages. She has also built a Montessori school, co-founded a women's philanthropic initiative, and completed five charity marathons. She lives near Boston with her family. Please click here to learn more about https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/About Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter
What do you do when the success you've worked so hard for finally arrives... but doesn't feel the way you thought it would? To help us dive into the mental drama around how we believe success SHOULD make us feel (but usually doesn't), I'm joined by marketing genius, Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and keynote speaker, Laura Gassner Otting. Her newest book, Wonderhell, explores why we chase achievement and success in the first place, and where to go from here. She's on the pod today to share her insights on getting comfortable with discomfort, and the process she went through to redefine what success means to her. Get full show notes and more information here: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/332
In this episode, join Georgie as she sits down with the incredibly inspiring Laura Gassner Otting. Laura is not just a motivational speaker or a national bestselling author; she's a 'Success Architect', reshaping our societal perspective on success. With a niche for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, her work delves into the intricacies of success, shedding light on both its appeal and its hidden pitfalls. Her latest book, Wonderhell, challenges the notion that success guarantees happiness. Through insightful exploration, Laura reveals the weight of potential that accompanies success—the relentless pursuit of bigger goals, faster pace, and increased hunger, often leading to uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety, and stress. Laura shares: How do you keep going after you've had success? Why so many of us need permission to be ambitious What's the new definition of success we can live by The secrets to creating your own luck in life This episode is guaranteed to leave you feeling energised, motivated and empowered to move forward through the anxiety! Check out Laura's website: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heylgo/ Take the Wonderhell Quiz: https://wonderhellquiz.com/ Need more anxiety support? Browse the Hypnotherapy Audio Library here: https://georgiecollinson.com/hypnosislibrary Watch my FREE Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass Australia & NZ - order The Anxiety Reset Method book here: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/3Pbokn US & North America - order The Anxiety Reset Method book here: https://amzn.to/46OpjvH
Are you feeling trapped in the relentless pursuit of success that society has sold you? Have traditional markers of success left you doubting your path and questioning your purpose? If you're nodding along, it's time to unravel the threads of success that have bound us for far too long and rediscover what truly makes us tick.Today's Unstoppable Grit Podcast with Danielle Cobo peels back the layers of what it means to be truly successful. We're joined by the brilliant Laura Gassner Otting, who shares her transformative journey from law school to working with President Bill Clinton, to penning the Wall Street Journal bestseller "Wonderhell." Together, we delve into the heart of our discontents.After this Episode, You Will Be Able to ..Redefine your personal metrics for successBalance your aspirational goals with a fulfilling personal life Leverage the principles of manifestation to transform goals into realityOrder your copy of Unstoppable Grit: Breakthrough the 7 Roadblocks Standing Between You and Achieving Your Goals Join the Unstoppable Insiders Community and receive,Be the first to dive into transformational chapters available only for the Unstoppable Insiders Community. Access to a community of insiders willing to help and encourage you through life's challenges. Get the scoop on release dates, special events, and author Q&As to keep you in the loop at all times. Exclusive content, including workbooks, so you can take action and achieve your goalsBonuses to claim as we gear up for the big launchFree Resources: Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for sharing the podcast with your friends. To claim your free resources send a screenshot of your review to UnstoppableGritPodcast@DanielleCobo.com. We appreciate your support!Want to work with Danielle? Schedule your call today.Let's Connect!Join the Unstoppable Grit Podcast Facebook CommunityUnstoppable Grit Podcast Guest BooksWatch Episode Now!About Our Guest:Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results.A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge.She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives.Connect with Laura Gassner Otting:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookRate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Google Podcast
SummaryLaura Gassner Otting, TEDx speaker and author of Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel like it Should . . . and What to do About it, had an insightful conversation with Alice. Her career has spanned from a pivotal role in Bill Clinton's White House to achieving entrepreneurial heights. Laura and Alice discussed the concept of "Wonderhell," which most CEOs know well, it's where the exhilaration of success is entwined with the challenges it brings and the feeling of wanting more. This episode offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from Laura's diverse experiences, shedding light on the complex dynamics of ambition, success, and the resilience required to thrive in leadership roles.Exploring "Wonderhell"Laura's journey through the highs of achievement and the lows of pressure showcases the duality at the heart of success. "Wonderhell" is not just about reaching the peak; it's about thriving amidst the challenges and relishing the journey. Laura shares, "I wrote Wonderhell because I found myself in it.” She reveals, “I was filled with imposter syndrome and anxiety and uncertainty and doubt and envy and exhaustion and burnout. And I was like, it's kind of horrible. Now, I'm stuck with the burden of my potential." She knew she had to figure it out and the book is the result of that.Key Insights from this episode:Embracing Ambition: Laura encourages CEOs to see ambition as a catalyst, not a flaw. It's the fuel that drives us towards greater heights. She states, "Embrace your ambition... It's okay for me to want more, that's totally cool."Success Beyond Finances: Success isn't just measured in dollars. Laura places immense value on personal relationships and internal fulfillment. She remarks, "I am proudest of the relationships that I built and deepened with my kids, my husband, and my friends."Emotional Balance: Achieving success brings a spectrum of emotions. Laura's approach is about finding an equilibrium between excitement and the anxieties that come with leadership. She advises, "Get comfortable being uncomfortable... understand that this is not the now; it's actually the new normal."Strategic Focus and Delegation: As a CEO, Laura highlights the importance of focusing on tasks unique to your skillset and delegating to others to enhance efficiency and satisfaction. Laura elaborates, "The highest and best use of your time is to do what only you can do."Embracing the JourneyLaura Gassner Otting teaches us that success is more than a destination; it's a continuous process of growth, challenge, and self-discovery. Her journey from the White House to entrepreneurship exemplifies the nuanced nature of leadership and the importance of embracing every part of the journey.Have you experienced your own version of "Wonderhell"? I'd love to hear from you. Join the discussion in the comments below. Chapters08:18 - Valuing Achievements Before Chasing Next Goals11:47 - Shifting Leadership Mindset to Positivity14:47 - Leveraging Intentional Focus for Opportunities18:12 - Prioritizing Culture for Business Success22:31 - Empowering Teams with Strategic Questions23:57 - Scaling Insights from '10x is Easier Than 2x'26:13 - Balancing CEO Ego with Effective Leadership30:28 - Importance of CEO-Audience Engagement34:07 - Embracing Ambition and Overcoming Doubts38:06 - Focusing on Long-term Business Trajectory42:57 - Balancing Business and Personal Life PrioritiesAbout GuestLaura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA.Social Links You can learn more about and connect with Laura Gassner Otting in the links below.Connect with Laura on LinkedIn:(99+) Laura Gassner Otting | LinkedInCheck out Laura's website:Laura Gassner OttingYou can learn more about and connect with Alice Heiman in the links below.Laura's TED talk:Laura Gassner Otting: Why doesn't success bring happiness? | TED TalkWonderhell and Limitless:Books — Laura Gassner OttingConnect with Alice on LinkedIn:(99+) Alice Heiman | LinkedInCheck out Alice's website:Alice Heiman - Alice Heiman
Some of the most profound feedback I have received over the four seasons of The Mojo Sessions from listeners worldwide is people wanting to find a sense of peace, contentment and ultimate happiness... finding a sense of self. This Megamix is a series of 5 episodes that get to the heart of this subject... How do we feel good about ourselves and our lives? As we close the season, it seemed appropriate to reflect on one of the biggest issues facing us: who we are, what makes us happy, and how we find peace, contentment, and personal fulfilment. It's one free-flowing mega episode, five conversations so that you can listen to them back to back. The beauty of the podcast is that the sessions live on and many people who recently have found the sessions may not go back to session 1 2 or 3 to see what's there. So we pick the theme, select some gold and put it together into a megamix. Ethan Kross - Ethan is the author of "Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It". How do we control our spirally inner narrative, the monkey mind, that chatter we all have that can be so disempowering? Starts - 00:07:30 Laura Gassner Otting - I have included this conversation because so many people said that they related such a lot to Wonderhell, that place between having success and thinking, "Oh... Can I do that again? Was it a one-off? Was I just lucky?"... that's Wonderhell. Starts - 01:33:14 Dr Amy Silver - Amy is a psychologist and author who discusses the management of emotions for high performance and well-being. Her book, 'The Loudest Guest: How to Change and Control Your Relationship with Fear, ' is about managing our fears- what they are, how they impact us, and what the key steps are to change our relationship with fear. To find peace, we need to control the loudest guest, fear. Starts- 02:47:26 Beth Kempton - Early in The Mojo Session series, we met the beautiful Beth Kempton, author of Wabi Sabi. Wabi Sabi is a Japanese term for finding perfection in our imperfections. This is a profound conversation for anyone wanting to be in the moment, find peace, notice our surroundings and be genuinely present. Often, I get comments from people who took a great deal from this conversation. Starts - 03:51:45 Matthew Dicks - Matthew has an extraordinary backstory and is arguably one of the world's great storytellers. This conversation covers not only how to build and tell a great story but also, essentially, how we can slow time. Matthew shows us that by being conscious of moments, we can start to take back the hands of time. A lot here can apply to our business world, particularly for our brand. Starts at - 05:10:36
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Texting and email seem to have replaced the telephone as a primary means of communication. Still, the telephone is sometimes a better option. When it is – how can you make sure you get a call back or a response of some kind? Listen and I'll tell you. Source: Bill Jensen author of Simplicity Survival Handbook (https://amzn.to/3MMDmt7). Have you ever accomplished a goal and thought – “Hey if I can do that, what ELSE can I accomplish?” It seems success is rarely totally satisfying. Instead, it creates an itch for more success. That place in your brain where that happens is what my guest calls “Wonderhell.” And it turns out to be a fascinating place to explore. Listen as I speak about it with Laura Gassner Otting. She is frequently featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show and Harvard Business Review and she is author of the book Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like it Should and What to Do About It (https://amzn.to/40EycFi) There are actually people who believe that you are not responsible for your actions or decisions. In other words, that you have no free will. They believe everything is predetermined – that it is unfair to punish criminals, for example, because whatever they did wrong was not their choice. Then there is the other side of the argument. Joining me to explain why we do have free will – and to help try to understand why some people believe we do not is Kevin Mitchell, an associate professor of genetics and neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin and author of the book, Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us Free Will (https://amzn.to/49vncy2) Here is the link for the episode featuring Robert Sapolsky arguing against free will: https://www.somethingyoushouldknow.net/566-do-we-really-have-free-will-how-to-handle-rejection-better/ You frequently hear people say the phrase, "That's a whole nother story." But is nother a real word? That depends. Listen as I explain. https://www.merriam-webster.com/grammar/whole-nother PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! MasterClass makes a meaningful gift this season - for you and anyone on your list - because both of you can learn from the best to become your best - from leadership to effective communication to cooking. Right now you can get Two Memberships for the Price of One at https://MasterClass.com/SOMETHING PrizePicks is a skill-based, real-money Daily Fantasy Sports game that's super easy to play. Go to https://prizepicks.com/sysk and use code sysk for a first deposit match up to $100 Dell's Black Friday event is their biggest sale of the year! Shop now at https://Dell.com/deals to take advantage of huge savings and free shipping! Spread holiday cheer far and wide this season with a new phone! Everyone can get the gift of connection at UScellular. Get any phone free, today. UScellular. Built for US. Terms apply. Visit https://UScellular.com for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Laura Gassner Otting is today's guest and she's fiery, adventurous, and insightful. She is one of the few guests to make an encore appearance on the "Success is a Choice" podcast, hosted by Jamy Bechler. Jamy and Laura covered more of her story back in 2019 but they still managed to talk about some exciting things currently going on in Laura's life, including her most recent appearance on Good Morning America and her new best-seller Wonderhell. LGO has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of three books, including Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What to Do About It, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life, and Mission-Drive: Moving from Profit to Purpose. Her books have been translated into five languages. Connect with LGO ... Twitter: @HeyLGO Bio: LauraGassnerOtting.com/about Website: LauraGassnerOtting.com Instagram: @HeyLGO Facebook: Facebook.com/heylgo Linkedin: Linkedin.com/in/HeyLGO Previous Success is a Choice Appearance: JamyBechler.com/HeyLGO - - - - Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. - - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders. If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - - Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - - Jamy Bechler is the author of five books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator. TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.
On today's episode of the Entrepreneur Evolution Podcast, we are joined by Laura Gassner Otting. Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges by helping them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others. Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps. She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it, both because she was hungry for the next chapter and because she held an audacious dream of electing our nation's first female president. (Whomp whomp.) Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list (right behind Michelle Obama), has been translated into Arabic, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, and German, and which Good Morning America's Robin Roberts chose as one of her Favorite Books of 2019, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Her forthcoming book, Wonderhell, is expected in April 2023. Through her own commitment to give back, Laura has helped build a local Montessori school, co-founded a women's philanthropic initiative, advised a start-up national women's PAC, grew a citizen-leadership development program, and completed five charity-inspired marathons, projects emblematic of her passions and values. She's turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, a motivator, and a provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like, just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and troublesome puppy with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. To learn more about Laura and get her books, visit https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ We would love to hear from you, and it would be awesome if you left us a 5-star review. Your feedback means the world to us, and we will be sure to send you a special thank you for your kind words. Don't forget to hit “subscribe” to automatically be notified when guest interviews and Express Tips drop every Tuesday and Friday. Interested in joining our monthly entrepreneur membership? Email Annette directly at yourock@ievolveconsulting.com to learn more. Ready to invest in yourself? Book your free session with Annette HERE. Keep evolving, entrepreneur. We are SO proud of you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/annette-walter/support
Thinking about the conversation with Laura Gassner Otting in Episode 49, I was struck by our human desire to put a definition on success, and oftentimes, never being satisfied.Kind of like how we constantly chase happiness, promising ourselves that “if only” we achieve a certain milestone, we'll be happy.It turns out, there's a different formula.Join me for this reflection. And let me know if you have any questions I can answer, like I did for Victoria in this episode. Email by replying to this post, leaving a comment, or at timelesspod [AT] scottmonty.com.Links* Episode 49: Wonderhell with Laura Gassner Otting* If Only (Timeless & Timely)MusicAmericana - Aspiring by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200092Artist: http://incompetech.comDon't miss a single episode of Timeless Leadership, plus the other great content we provide. Subscribe here or on your favorite platform. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.timelesstimely.com/subscribe
WSJ Best Selling Author of Wonderhell. Motivator. Instigator. Provocateur. As she says, "I get people unstuck."Laura Gassner Otting spent two decades working in executive search, where she discovered an important truth - people only move for two reasons: love or money. Whether it's the love of someone or the potential for financial gain, these are the driving forces behind relocation. And it was no different for Laura when she made a life-changing decision based on both love and money. Lured by an opportunity and with her partner having a job, Laura made a bold move towards a new chapter in her life.In this episode, Laura dives deep into her journey as an entrepreneur, sharing valuable lessons and insights that every business owner should hear. Here are three key takeaways to get you inspired:1️⃣ Envision Your Ideal Life: Laura reminds us of the importance of envisioning the lifestyle we want and creating a business that supports it. By determining the cost of our desired lifestyle, we can reevaluate our business size and prioritize our goals accordingly.2️⃣ Building a Purpose-Driven Culture: Laura's "St. Martin manifesto" emphasizes the need for clear guidelines and values that dictate company culture. By incentivizing the right behavior and nurturing a supportive community, entrepreneurs can create a happier and more productive work environment.3️⃣ Leveraging Strategic Thinking: As entrepreneurs, we must identify the highest and best use of our time. Delegating tasks and empowering our team to suggest solutions allows us to focus on strategic thinking and growth, ultimately driving long-term success.Running a business doesn't have to run your life.Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it's easy to be so busy ‘doing' business that you don't have the right strategy to grow your business.Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for successOur clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
When you're greeted with success — sweet, well-earned, heady success— it isn't always what expect.In fact, sometimes, you don't know what to expect at all.That's where Laura Gassner Otting's latest book comes in. Punch your ticket for Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It and What to Do About It and take your own tour of the amusement park that is success.Success is wonderful. But it's also kind of hell. Success is Wonderhell.Links* Wonderhell (website) | Wonderhell (book)* Laura Gassner Otting* Laura on Good Morning AmericaMusicAmericana - Aspiring by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200092Artist: http://incompetech.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.timelesstimely.com/subscribe
”It was electrifying. It was wonderful. But it was also anxiety-provoking. It was stress-inducing. It was hell. It was wonderful. And it was hell. … I was in Wonderhell” – Laura Gassner Otting, Wonderhell In today's podcast Laura Glassner Otting discusses her new book, Wonderhell. Topics include: Who defines success. The importance of practice. The benefit of burning bridges. The power of accountability. Click link to purchase the book https://www.amazon.com/Wonderhell-Success-Doesnt-Should-About/dp/1646871227
✎ Laura Gassner Otting is an Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach who inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. Through her own commitment to give back, Laura has helped build a local Montessori school, co-founded a women's philanthropic initiative, advised a start-up national women's PAC, grew a citizen-leadership development program, and completed five charity-inspired marathons, projects emblematic of her passions and values. She's turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, a motivator, and a provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like; just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and troublesome puppy with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. ✎ To learn more about Laura and her work, check out: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/✎ Get a copy of her book Wonderhell: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/books✎ Join me on this transformative show as I sit down with entrepreneurs who fearlessly identify my weaknesses and guide me toward improvement. Get ready for brutally honest conversations and raw vulnerability that propel personal growth. To watch the video version, check out the "Tell Me Why I Suck!" playlist on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EvanCarmichael.★★★ JOIN ME LIVE ★★★I go live every week. Join me & ask your questions: http://evancarmichael.live/★ BOOKS ★• Momentum: https://amzn.to/3kJZIAv• Build to Serve: https://amzn.to/3XZiCSg• Your One Word: https://amzn.to/3R9qVII• The Top 10 Rules for Success: https://amzn.to/3JcNZVe• 254 Confidence: https://amzn.to/3jdh9c2 ★★★ This podcast is produced and sponsored by Next Level Podcast Solutions. Reach out to Kevin to learn about how to start, grow, and monetize your podcast: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-podcast-solutions/ ★★★ ツ CONNECT WITH ME ツMake sure you subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to be updated. You can also connect with me on any of the following social platforms:• Instagram: @evancarmichael• Tiktok: @evancarmichael• Discord: http://evancarmichael.biz• Twitter: @evancarmichael• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evancarmichael/• Facebook: @EvanCarmichaelcom• Website: www.evancarmichael.com
Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges by helping them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others. Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of three books, including Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What to Do About It, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life, and Mission-Drive: Moving from Profit to Purpose. This show is dedicated to Laura's journey, this conversation is what we make it. This, is Counsel Culture. Learn more at: www.ericbrooker.com | www.limitlessassessment.com | www.wonderhell.com | www.enterinter.xyz
Ever wondered why success doesn't always equate to happiness? Dive into this week's episode of In The Details as Karen chats with the insightful Laura Gassner Otting. Through her in-depth research and personal experiences, Laura unravels the intricate dance between success and genuine fulfillment. Tune in to learn how to embrace the challenges that come with success while still finding joy in the journey.It's more than just the shiny accolades—it's about navigating emotions, making conscious choices, and truly understanding oneself. Laura encourages us to redefine success, stay authentic, and build meaningful connections. With Laura's insights, you'll be poised to face challenges and craft a vision of success that resonates with your inner self. Join us for a heartwarming and enlightening conversation. Trust us, dear listeners, this one episode you don't want to miss! ---- Mentions: Wonderhell by Laura Gassner Otting Follow Laura on Instagram and LinkedIn or check out her website and TedTalk. Don't forget to order copies of her books! Want to support the In the Details podcast? Make sure to visit Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify, then rate it five stars and share it with your community! You can also stop by Karen Allen's website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever wondered why success doesn't always equate to happiness? Dive into this week's episode of In The Details as Karen chats with the insightful Laura Gassner Otting. Through her in-depth research and personal experiences, Laura unravels the intricate dance between success and genuine fulfillment. Tune in to learn how to embrace the challenges that come with success while still finding joy in the journey.It's more than just the shiny accolades—it's about navigating emotions, making conscious choices, and truly understanding oneself. Laura encourages us to redefine success, stay authentic, and build meaningful connections. With Laura's insights, you'll be poised to face challenges and craft a vision of success that resonates with your inner self. Join us for a heartwarming and enlightening conversation. Trust us, dear listeners, this one episode you don't want to miss! ---- Mentions: Wonderhell by Laura Gassner Otting Follow Laura on Instagram and LinkedIn or check out her website and TedTalk. Don't forget to order copies of her books! Want to support the In the Details podcast? Make sure to visit Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify, then rate it five stars and share it with your community! You can also stop by Karen Allen's website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to episode #892 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #892. Friend, author, speaker, thinker and executive coaching powerhouse, Laura Gassner Otting, is not just a catalyst but a virtuoso of ambition. She is someone who traded law school for a spot on a presidential campaign, she's shaped history, and now, she's sculpting futures (yours and mine). How? By challenging the mediocrity that binds us to our comfort zones. From the White House to her own executive search firm, she's navigated change like a seasoned captain steering through turbulent seas (and the work world just got much more turbulent). Laura built one of the swiftest-growing search firms, becoming the ally to dreamers and doers across all shades of ambition. Selling her firm was no swan song. It was a crescendo to new heights. These days, Laura's not just seen on Good Morning America or the Today Show... she's felt in the hearts of her readers, in boardrooms, and on stages. With books like Limitless and her latest, Wonderhell, she's become the ringleader of a movement and community. Her philosophy? It's not about pursuing success but about defining it. It's a journey from profit to purpose, wrapped up in big ideas, larger-than-life goals, and an audacity that's contagious. Her community work isn't a footnote... it's a testament. Building schools, running marathons, igniting political action - these aren't hobbies, they're hallmarks of someone ignited by big challenges and bigger ideas. Rebel? Sure. Instigator? Absolutely. Provocateur? Without a doubt. Laura's the embodiment of business acumen with a twist of revolution, served up with a side of ceaseless determination. Let's dig into how we can all be limitless in our dreams without getting trapped in Wonderhell. Before we do, I'm also honored that Laura is one of our Thinkers on the ThinkersOne platform. Want to add big smarts to your meeting? Get personalized video experiences from top Thinkers like Laura to surprise and inspire your team – in-person, hybrid, or virtual! Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 53:14. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Laura Gassner Otting. Wonderhell. Limitless. LGOtv. Sign up to Laura's newsletter. Check out Laura on ThinkersOne. Follow Laura on Facebook. Follow Laura on LinkedIn. Follow Laura on Instagram. Follow Laura on X (or Twitter). This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.
Bill Horan talks with Laura Gassner Otting, author of WONDERHELL. Laura will discuss what is Wonderhell, why success is like an amusement park, why success isn't an endpoint but a portal to all you can become, and why she says if you aren't failing, you are not trying.
Key TakeawaysUnshakable confidence is the key to success and happiness — no compromises!Ready to find the right ladder? Why you should define your success, align with your calling, and connect your actions to your goalsRemember, personal growth means priorities changeImposter syndrome is common. You're not alone.Break the cycle of pretending to be confident. Open up and have real conversations.In This Episode:[04:24] Is it worth going to Wonderhell?[06:32] Tactical steps to go from the wrong ladder to the right ladder[07:09] Defining success and consonance[09:41] Prioritizing personal definition of success[11:02] New levels equal new devils [11:22] Imposter syndrome and self-perception[13:20] The looking-glass self-theory[17:51] Following your passion vs investing in your passion[18:39] Laura's biggest flops or face-plants[19:40] Laura's story on the importance of being a grown-up business lady[25:06] Managing burnout and realizing your importance[31:20] How to build unshakable confidenceNotable Quotes[05:16] “If what you're pursuing is somebody else's version of success, then the answer's no, it's not worth all of it. But if you're pursuing your own, then actually the stress of the uncertainty, the anxiety, and the envy and all those things are actually not crappy feelings, they're actually signs that we're on the right track because we're living in that discomfort that we know is the only path to growth.” – Laura[13:00] “Every time we achieve something we haven't achieved before, we find ourselves in a room we've never been in before. And then we think we're impostors because we're like I didn't expect to be here, people are going to find out. But it turns out that everybody else in that room also didn't expect to be there either.” – Laura[13:32] “We're not who we think we are, we're not who others think we are. We're who we think others think we are.” – Laura[16:58] “In the end, I think we have to remind ourselves that, you know, we're so afraid not to be perfect, and we're so afraid to fail. But in every one of our moments of growth, it's come out of failure.” – Laura[22:58] “If you want to get past impostor syndrome, the best way to do that is to teach somebody something that you've already done.” – LauraOur GuestLaura Gassner Otting is a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, keynote speaker, and Executive Coach. Laura's debut book, Limitless reached #2 on The Washington Post Bestseller List. She is also the author of Wonderhell which was released in April 2023. With a 30-year entrepreneurial career, including serving in Bill Clinton's White House, Laura has a wealth of expertise. She has appeared on Good Morning America, TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. Recognized for her ability to see greatness in others, Laura is an instigator, motivator, and provocateur.Resources and LinksPaul Epsteinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulepsteinspeaks/https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/Laura Gassner Ottinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life - https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Ignore-Everybody-Carve-your/dp/1940858763Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It - https://www.amazon.com/Wonderhell-Success-Doesnt-Should-About/dp/1646871227
You've likely heard the phrase “Success breeds success,” but you may not have heard the full quote from Felicity Kendal where she said, “Success breeds success, and failure leads to a sort of fallow period.” I found that interesting because, often, success too can lead to a sort of fallow period. A time where we thought we should be thrilled and celebrating our victories but perhaps found ourselves even more overwhelmed. Even more stressed. And struggling even more with imposter syndrome. If you've ever achieved success and then still wondered what the heck you're doing there and what you're supposed to do next… you're not alone. That's what we're covering in today's episode of Partnership Unpacked. Welcome back to Partnership Unpacked, where I selfishly use this time to pick the brains of experts at strategic partnerships, channel programs, affiliates, influencer marketing, and relationship building… oh, and you get to learn too! Subscribe to learn how you can amplify your growth strategy – with a solid takeaway every episode from partnership experts in the industry. Think about the last time you accomplished a big goal at work - maybe you launched a really successful campaign, or perhaps you brought in a huge partner deal. Or maybe… just maybe… you managed to book an interview with a celebrity author and speaker. That was great, wasn't it? But what happened next? Were you expected to accomplish even more the next time? Did you wonder if you could? Did you question yourself and wonder how you managed to get that point at all? That's Wonderhell, and that's what Laura Gassner Otting is here to help us with. She's a frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, and has had a profound presence in corporate America for over thirty years. And our friend Mitch Joel writes, “When doubt creeps in (or when the ego wails, ‘You deserve this!'), Wonderhell is here to provide balance and a healthier approach to keep things going in the right direction.” She's worked in the White House, her own tech start-up, and with the full gamut of mission-driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Partnership Unpacked host Mike Allton talked to Laura Gassner Otting about: ♉️ How CMOs and Partnership Leaders can more effectively visualize goals and success ♉️ Why it can be so hard sometimes to deal with success and look beyond to the next goal ♉️ What the keys to overcoming failure and impostor syndrome are Learn more about Laura Gassner Otting Connect with Laura Gassner Otting on LinkedIn Connect with Laura Gassner Otting on Twitter Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life Subscribe to the show calendar: agorapulse.com/calendar Learn more about Agorapulse with a free demo Full Notes & Transcript: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/how-marketing-executives-ride-the-roller-coaster-of-success-w-laura-gassner-otting/ Brought to you by Agorapulse: the #1 rated social media management solution. Music by Jumbo, "Peripheral" (feat. Plum Soul) Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton
In this episode I speak with Laura Gassner Otting, Author of three books, "Wonderhell," "Limitless," and "Mission-Driven." Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps. A recent and near devastating wakeup call was coming down with a severe autoimmune illness during Covid and her coming back from it. https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/
Success is a tricky thing. For starters, what does success even mean? Everyone has their own definition of success, yet we are often held to society's standards. In this unique live event, three notable authors, Aliza Licht, Laura Gassner Otting, and Christina Wallace, discussed this topic from their experienced perspectives and respective new books, ON BRAND, Wonderhell, and The Portfolio Life. Each author brings decades of experience and fascinating stories to the table: Aliza Licht is an award-winning marketer, 2x author, host of the Leave Your Mark podcast, and personal branding expert with over twenty-five years of experience in the image-making fashion industry. Her new book, ON BRAND: Shape Your Narrative. Share Your Vision. Shift Their Perception. is part career book, part personal growth guide, and a comprehensive roadmap to building your personal brand so your name is dropped in rooms you're not in and that you're recommended for opportunities other people haven't even heard of yet. In the WSJ bestseller, Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It, Laura Gassner Otting leverages her 30-year-plus resume, defined by her entrepreneurial edge, to introduce the idea that success is often both a wonder and a hell. She answers the question: Why doesn't success feel like it should? What do we do with this confusing feeling, and how do we learn to live with this newfound potential that's both exciting and exhausting? In The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger than Your Business Card, What Color Is Your Parachute? meets Out of Office in this inspiring, practical playbook. Christina Wallace, serial entrepreneur, podcaster, and Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurial Management at Harvard Business School, shares her solution for anti-hustle culture and how having a "portfolio life" (rather than pouring yourself into one single full-time job) will help you future-proof your career and achieve a sustainable work-life balance while optimizing your happiness, personal growth, and bank accounts.
Laura Gassner Otting, IS audacious, in all the best ways. Inspiring author, catalyst, and executive coach, she challenges individuals to overcome doubt and embrace bigger challenges beyond their beliefs. Her career has been big and wild and unexpected – spanning politics, philanthropy, and leadership, she empowers audiences to find their voice and achieve success. As a Wall Street Journal bestselling author and frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes, Laura's strategic thinking and wisdom have impacted countless individuals, including those she advised during her tenure at the White House and as the founder of a highly successful search firm. Passionate about giving back, she continues to ignite revolutions and audacious dreams in the lives of others. In this episode, we uncover: The four components of “consonance” – the path to career alignment and fulfilling career path. The direct correlation between personal autonomy and how well we perform at our jobs. Defining success for yourself in the NOW vs. your past self. Why do we need to stop giving votes in your career and life to people who shouldn't even have voices. What is Wonderhell? For hidden job market insider tips and stories subscribe to Loren's newsletter here: "Out of Hiding" Newsletter Connect with Laura: Website: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ Take the Limitless Assessment here: https://limitlesspossibility.outgrow.us/limitless Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heylgo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heylgo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heylgo Books: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/books TedX Talk: Why doesn't success bring happiness? Check out Laura's newest book Wonderhell here: https://www.wonderhellbook.com/ Connect with Loren: Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com
Society often tells us (especially women) that we must be humble and not speak about our accomplishments, but how can that serve us in getting what we want? Author and speaker Lisa Bragg shares why waiting for someone to notice your work is just not enough in today's noisy world and how to brag the right way. ~ WE'LL DISCUSS ~ How she fought against the conditioning to hide her successes in order to fit in Why bragging should be viewed as self-love and expressing pride in your work and not self-aggrandizing The difference between wanting a spotlight only on yourself and encouraging everyone to shine How to view competitors as collaborators Lisa's book recommendation, Widest Net by Pamela Slim and Wonderhell by Laura Gassner Otting ~ ABOUT LISA BRAGG ~ Living with the name Bragg, Lisa has had to master the art and science of self-promotion. She's seen when being too humble has cost international deals and when bragging right has unlocked opportunities leading to untold fortunes. Lisa helps high-achievers of all sorts to be seen, heard and share their value with the world. She then takes it a step further to show leaders how to help less visible people on their teams to do the same. Book, Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion Website, lisabragg.com Instagram, @thatlisabragg LinkedIn, Lisa Bragg Get on the waitlist for the Advocate with Elegance membership! Stay Connected with Heather: To schedule a call with Heather, click here To follow Heather on Instagram, click here To subscribe to Heather's newsletter, click here To request a transcript of this episode, email: operations@heatherhansenpresents.com ____________ Disclaimer: The Elegant Warrior Podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for the advice of a physician, a lawyer, a professional coach, a therapist or other qualified professionals.
Success can be a double edged sword; when you meet or exceed your goals, the first thing you feel is a rush of elation and pride. But often, right around the corner is a lurking sense of anxiety, stress, and fear. Authors feel this sensation at many points in the writing process. You manage to get the manuscript drafted, but you worry it might not connect with readers after it's published. You publish it and it's a massive success, but what's next? How do you follow up a bestseller? What if you can't do it again?If you've felt sensations like this, but didn't know how to describe it, Laura Gassner Otting has the perfect word for you: Wonderhell. In this episode of The Author's Corner, Robin sits down with best-selling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach Laura Gassner Otting, to discuss this common feeling of self-doubt, stress, and even fear that come up when we encounter an amazing opportunity or achieve success. It seems counter intuitive, but successful people wrestle with this feeling all the time. Laura's newest book, Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should... and What to Do About It aims to help readers navigate this strange experience. Laura also gives some insight into her writing process, such as the importance of sharing your own story, walking the fine line between inspirational and relatable, and how the content for Limitless took twenty years to experience, and six weeks to write.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Why Laura believes there's no endpoint to success, there's just a waypoint to what else we can do.Why imposter syndrome is often more intense for writers.The fine line between being inspirational and being relatable.Why Laura wants wonderhell to be in the dictionary.And much more...Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Laura's websiteLimitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life bookLaura's InstagramAbout Laura Gassner Otting:Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get "unstuck" and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. She is the author of two books, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life and Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should... and What to Do About It.
Success can be a double edged sword; when you meet or exceed your goals, the first thing you feel is a rush of elation and pride. But often, right around the corner is a lurking sense of anxiety, stress, and fear. Authors feel this sensation at many points in the writing process. You manage to get the manuscript drafted, but you worry it might not connect with readers after it's published. You publish it and it's a massive success, but what's next? How do you follow up a bestseller? What if you can't do it again?If you've felt sensations like this, but didn't know how to describe it, Laura Gassner Otting has the perfect word for you: Wonderhell. In this episode of The Author's Corner, Robin sits down with best-selling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach Laura Gassner Otting, to discuss this common feeling of self-doubt, stress, and even fear that come up when we encounter an amazing opportunity or achieve success. It seems counter intuitive, but successful people wrestle with this feeling all the time. Laura's newest book, Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should... and What to Do About It aims to help readers navigate this strange experience. Laura also gives some insight into her writing process, such as the importance of sharing your own story, walking the fine line between inspirational and relatable, and how the content for Limitless took twenty years to experience, and six weeks to write.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Why Laura believes there's no endpoint to success, there's just a waypoint to what else we can do.Why imposter syndrome is often more intense for writers.The fine line between being inspirational and being relatable.Why Laura wants wonderhell to be in the dictionary.And much more...Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Laura's websiteLimitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life bookLaura's InstagramAbout Laura Gassner Otting:Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get "unstuck" and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. She is the author of two books, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life and Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should... and What to Do About It.
Episode 348 features Laura Gassner Otting, an Author, Catalyst, and Coach and through Limitless Possibility, Laura collaborates with change agents, entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and donors to push past the doubt and indecision that consign great ideas to limbo.Her new book, "WonderHell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should...And What To Do About It" is out now - https://www.wonderhellbook.com/Find Laura Online:Website: http://lauragassnerotting.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heylgoTwitter: https://twitter.com/heylgoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtrsI8y-nZ-iLizqUz_2CQFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heylgo=============================Find Brian:=============================Website: https://brianondrako.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brianondrakoTwitter: https://twitter.com/brianondrakoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/Substack: https://brianondrako.substack.com/=============================This episode is brought to you by LMNT, the delicious, sugar-free electrolyte drink mix. As someone who is active with CrossFit and other activities, I take LMNT 1–2 times per day. LMNT is formulated to help anyone with their electrolyte needs as electrolytes are vital to helping relieve hunger, cramps, headaches, tiredness, and dizziness.For a limited time, listeners of the Just Get Started Podcast can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase. This special offer is available here: DrinkLMNT.com/justgetstarted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Have you ever experienced a success you are so proud of, to be surprised that it doesn't feel as you thought it would? Laura Gassner Otting, Author & Keynote Speaker has just released the most relatable book for high-achievers, Wonderhell.In this episode, we talk with Laura about her own personal journey through Wonderhell, which includes Impostertown, Burnout City, and Doubtsville (so cleverly named in her book!)If you aren't sure what that place is when you are in the space between success and your next accomplishment - Wonderhell is it.Laura has talked with hundreds of the most successful glass ceiling shatterers, Olympic Medalists, and start-up unicorns to unlock the secrets to not just survive these moments, but thrive in them instead.FREE WEEKLY SUCCESS PLANNERJoin our Facebook Group! Find me on InstagramCheck out our PINS on PinterestAnd YES - I'm on TikTok!
Have you ever experienced a success you are so proud of, to be surprised that it doesn't feel as you thought it would? Laura Gassner Otting, Author & Keynote Speaker has just released the most relatable book for high-achievers, Wonderhell.In this episode, we talk with Laura about her own personal journey through Wonderhell, which includes Impostertown, Burnout City, and Doubtsville (so cleverly named in her book!)If you aren't sure what that place is when you are in the space between success and your next accomplishment - Wonderhell is it.Laura has talked with hundreds of the most successful glass ceiling shatterers, Olympic Medalists, and start-up unicorns to unlock the secrets to not just survive these moments, but thrive in them instead.FREE WEEKLY SUCCESS PLANNERJoin our Facebook Group! Find me on InstagramCheck out our PINS on PinterestAnd YES - I'm on TikTok!
“On the other side of each success, we learn what we're capable of. We see another layer, like, we see something else we can do and we want to explore that." - Laura Gassner Otting Enjoy today's thought-provoking conversation with the remarkable Laura Gassner Otting! We dive deep into the realms of ambition, balance, and the emotional journey of success. In this episode we explore…. the art of alchemizing moments of success how to navigate the rollercoaster of emotions that accompanies them insights on stepping outside one's comfort zone and defying expectations the transformative power of embracing the challenging period that often follows a moment of triumph Drawing from her own experiences, Laura takes us on an adventure through metaphorical locations like Impostor Town, Doubtsville, and Burnout City, shedding light on how to navigate and reconcile success with the complex emotions it can evoke. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Connect with Laura: Follow Laura on Instagram @heylgo. Follow Laura on Facebook @heylgo. Get your copy of Wonderhell. Take the Wonderhell Quiz. If you loved this episode... Check out Episode 125: How to Live a Fulfilling Life and Set Meaningful Goals with Sebastian Terry. Apple | Spotify You may enjoy Episode 120: Creating a Life You Love By Design with Carolyn Buck Luce. Apple | Spotify Episode 100: Dismantling The Idea of “Unconventional” & How Your Greatest Obstacles Can Guide You To Your Dream Life with Adrucia Apana is also a juicy listen. Apple | Spotify Question: How are your triumphs helping you to gain a deeper understanding of your capabilities? How are you discovering how each success leads to a new layer of growth? Share your insights and reflections with us on IG @thebravetable! And remember, we absolutely love your reviews! Leave a 5-star review and screenshot it, then send it to support@globalgrit.co. As a token of our appreciation, you'll receive a FREE gift.
The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast! In today's episode we have the pleasure to interview author of “Wonderhell” Laura Gassner Otting Laura is a wall street journal best selling author of 3 books, an executive coach, keynote speaker, change maker, she's been featured in Forbes, a regular on the Today Show and Good Morning America, she's also a philanthropist who is always looking for a way to give back, she is a law school dropout who found herself as Presidential Appointee, and that's just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode you'll learn all about why success doesn't equal happiness and how with the more success you achieve tends to come with harder work, about the loneliness at the top, the difficulty of self-growth, why self-help books don't make you better, how you can waste a lot of money being cheap, you'll also learn about Laura's discovery of the only 3 things you can actually maximize in business, and most importantly if you're worthy of wonderhell. If you want to learn how to step up to achieve your dreams and the success you deserve this episode is for you! We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Laura Gassner Otting Today's episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial. The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers) If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!
Gina's special guest, Laura Gassner Otting shares some pretty incredible takes on success and what that looks like in the midst of it. Somewhere between who you are, and who you are becoming, is WONDERHELL. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of three books, including Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What to Do About It, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life, and Mission-Drive: Moving from Profit to Purpose. Connect with Laura https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/heylgo/ _____________________________________________ Connect with us on all social media platforms! ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revitalizedwomanhood ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revitalizedwomanhood/ ✅ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revitalizedwomanhood ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kO4VA94zZlKY3VS3cdbeP?si=3ec91bf5ea4c43a8
When we achieve success, we often see a potential that we never knew existed. It can be exciting, but for many, it's also anxiety-provoking. Laura Gassner Otting explains why success doesn't always bring happiness and how to get “unstuck” when we find ourselves in that situation. Author of the best-seller 'Limitless', her new book 'Wonderhell' helps identify the confidence necessary to tackle bigger-than-life challenges. After a two-decade career in executive search, interviewing the most successful people in the world, and serving in Bill Clinton's White House Administration, Laura helps leaders get past doubt and indecision to bring our ideas to life... and get through Wonderhell! LINKS Laura Gassner Otting website http://lauragassnerotting.com The Mojo Sessions website www.themojosessions.com The Mojo Sessions on Patreon www.patreon.com/TheMojoSessions Full transcripts of the show (plus time codes) are available on Patreon. The Mojo Sessions on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheMojoSessions Gary on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/gary-bertwistle Gary on Twitter www.twitter.com/GaryBertwistle The Mojo Sessions on Instagram www.instagram.com/themojosessions If you like what you hear, we'd be grateful for a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Happy listening! © 2023 Gary Bertwistle. All Rights Reserved.
Are you living your life according to your own definition of success? This episode of the I Own It podcast welcomes another talented woman to our roster, Laura Gassner Otting. She is an Executive Coach, sought-after inspirational speaker, and author of “Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life” and “Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It”. Laura believes that hitting our goals isn't the end-all-be-all of one's happiness but being able to move forward and push harder. Why stop there? Only the chosen ones get to experience the feeling of “What's next?” And you could be one of them! Great leaders are those that build relationships with their employees. Laura encourages you to practice the art of communicating and making everyone feel heard – even the best speakers are the best listeners, too! Tune in as Laura Gassner Otting talks about the importance of defining your own success, getting clear on your business goals, where self-limiting beliefs come from and how to stop them, and focusing on the things that matter the most to you. Timestamps: 01:11 Laura's “Aha!” moment in life 03:52 Actions are more important 05:59 How to open up to new changes 11:24 Define your unique happiness 15:38 Figuring out your business size 19:03 Getting rid of self-limiting beliefs 21:13 Filter the voices that matter 23:47 Key points in “Wonderhell” 26:59 Advice for public speaking 32:42 What makes a good leader? 36:18 Lessons from executive recruiting 44:22 Organizations and charity work 46:58 A time when Laura didn't own it 50:53 Laura's advice to her 16-year-old-self 53:52 What would Laura's last meal on Earth be? 57:26 Laura's favorite artist Quotations: “It's not my job to provide answers. It's my job to provide catalyzing questions that help you get to the answers that you probably already know.” - Laura Gassner Otting “The more nos you get, you get closer to the outcome you want in life.” - Ben Reinberg “If your purpose in life is curing cancer, I say, “Awesome. That's great.” But if your purpose in life is working your ass off so that you can get out of debt... that's awesome too... I'm not going to purpose shame anybody.” - Laura Gassner Otting “If we could focus on what's your real purpose, the money will flow with it.” - Ben Reinberg “It's a lot easier to change a habit than to change identity.” - Laura Gassner Otting “Sleep is the number one road to health.” - Ben Reinberg Get in touch with Laura Gassner Otting. Website: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/ Twitter & Instagram: @heylgo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heylgo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/ More resources: https://www.heylgo.com/ Order Laura's new book “Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should... And What To Do About It”: https://www.wonderhellbook.com/ Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben's firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/ #iownit #leadership #success
You are in for a ride today…quite literally as my guest walks us through what she has coined as Wonderhell. My guest, Laura Gassner Otting takes us through what many of us all experience on the path to success. We think success will bring us more happiness, but to find out there is another side to success. Is wonderful and hell at the same time. Today you will learn how to move through it with greater ease and new new found perspective to enjoy the rides in Wonderhell. Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A serial entrepreneur who has started and sold a successful international executive search firm, built philanthropic and political action committees from scratch, and a White House appointee on the team which created the national service project, AmeriCorps, Laura is a frequent contributor to Good Morning America, The TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and OprahDaily. Laura is the Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Her latest book, Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What to Do About It, debuted in April 2023 at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List. We will go through some of the rides we experience in Imposter town, Doubtsville, Burnout City so you can enjoy the journey as you climb your way to new levels of success. So get strapped in and lets go for a ride. In this episode you will learn: Common thread of success people Defining what success means to you How we can best survive Imposter town Building our confidence Making your own luck How to deal with uncertainty Ending self sabotage Episode Sponsored by: Go to https://betterhelp.com/plppodcast for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/laura-gassner-otting/ Find our guest at: Laura Gassner Otting | Website, Instagram ,Facebook Buy her book: Wonderhell Dive deeper in her courses Follow me on Social Media: Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit Facebook YouTube PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/
Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Her amazing new book WONDERHELL - why success doesn't feel like it should and what to do about it In this wickedly smart episode of Thrive LouD, “LGO” shares with Lou how “WONDERHELL” came to be; why she wrote it; and her recent experience with banana bread that wasn't what she''d call a rising success. ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***
Laura Gassner Otting - Speaker. Author. Entrepreneur. Motivator. Instigator. Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. Laura had a number of amazing insights during our conversation. Some of them include: “It is amazing and exciting and humbling and wonderful when we achieve something we didn't know we could achieve” (6:30). “There are seasons of our lives” (10:40). “We define success as bigger, better, faster, more, but if we're doing that we're always getting trapped in the ‘it's not enough'” (11:30). “There is an endpoint to each of our periods of hustle” (12:10). “We need to give ourselves a little bit of expansiveness on the definition of our potential (17:35). “I won't take a meeting with my assistant unless she has an agenda for the meeting” (27:05). “If the meeting doesn't end with a “what do we do now” then everybody forgets about it and it's a waste of time” (27:35). “I have decided that in parenting you basically get to make one decision… you either get on their bus, or you get run over by their bus” (30:25). “I'm a punch in the face wrapped in a warm hug” (39:50). “I am that person, I'm just not always that person” (41:30). “It's really important to figure out who we are when we're at our best” (41:35). “I think we have to figure out who our alter egos are and all the different forms of our lives” (43:20). “I might be center stage, but the audience is the star” (45:00). “If all of these people are intimidated by me, I can shock them when I show some vulnerability” (49:15). “As a leader, I think there is a real intentionality with how we set the culture, how we show up, what we look like, how we put ourselves together, the respect we show our colleagues” (52:10). “We should just be us” (55:55). “I'm 100% public with 40% of my life” (56:30). “I am at my core a mother, a daughter, and a sister. But I'm also an athlete and a writer” (1:02:10). Additionally, you can check out Laura's website here and find out more about her book, Wonderhell, here. You can also follow Laura on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok. Lastly, you can find a link to the Limitless Life Assessment here. Thank you so much to Laura for coming on the podcast! I wrote a book called “Shift Your Mind” that was released in October of 2020, and you can order it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Additionally, I have launched a company called Strong Skills, and I encourage you to check out our new website https://www.strongskills.co/. If you liked this episode and/or any others, please follow me on Twitter: @brianlevenson or Instagram: @Intentional_Performers. Thanks for listening.
Laura Gassner Otting is a renowned life coach and the best-selling author of "Limitless: How To Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life." She's been featured on TODAY, Good Morning America, Oprah, and more. Otting wrote "Wonderhell" because she found herself living through it. She says, "Wonderhell is the space between who you were yesterday and who you just realized you could become tomorrow." When she published “Limitless,” it debuted at No. 2 on the Washington Post bestseller list, right behind Michelle Obama. It was a success but her mind immediately went to how she could get on The New York Times list. It made her question if enough is ever enough when it comes to our ambitions.In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Laura discusses her newest book, "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What To Do About It," and why you must be flexible in your definition of success.LEARN MORE:>> Read Otting's books, “Limitless: How To Ignore Everybody, Carve your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life” and “Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What To Do About It” (https://amzn.to/3W2aGjc), (https://amzn.to/3pKshA0)>> Connect with her on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (https://twitter.com/heylgo), (https://www.instagram.com/heylgo), (https://www.facebook.com/heylgo), (https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn how to define what type of leader you want to be and why you should lean into what makes you special. (https://members.nsls.org/audio/laura-gassner-otting)
Congrats, you've arrived...in Wonderhell.Shortly after hitting a big career milestone, Laura Gassner Otting found herself in Wonderhell - AKA the not-so magical land filled with bigger goals that come with uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety and stress.To navigate this new territory, she wrote her way through it in her new book, "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like it Should...And What to Do About It."As an author, catalyst, and executive coach, you've seen her sharing her inspirational messages in all the impressive places - Good Morning America, TODAY, Oprah Daily, HBR - and the list goes on.Join us as we take a trip through Wonderhell together, where we unpack fear mixed with excitement and reclaim our ambition.Episode Links: Wonderhell BookLaura's Website Laura's InstagramPlease make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and kindly review the podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more working moms. We always want to hear your thoughts, concerns, questions or guest suggestions – email workingmomhour@212comm.com. Episode social handles: @WorkingMomHour @EMechlinski @MadsCaldwell
In this episode of the Who Ya Know Show, we dive into the concept of career happiness and explore the idea that money is not the sole factor in determining job satisfaction. Our guest, Laura Gasner Otting, author, serial entrepreneur, and contributor to various media outlets, shares her insights on how to achieve extraordinary results by aligning your career with your passions. Main Topics: (00:02:00) Overcoming stagnation and unlocking potential (00:03:51) The burden of potential and living your best life (00:06:55) Career happiness and finding your path (00:08:22) Impact, flexibility, and money in business (00:10:45) Becoming a professional speaker (00:12:00) The challenges of being an introverted speaker (00:13:37) Overcoming fear to speak in public: A personal story (00:14:56) Speaker training and responsibility (00:21:14) Reflecting on the impact of the pandemic on job satisfaction (00:22:28) Leveling up and reckoning with the people around you (00:25:52) The Yin and Yang of Gut and Brain (00:33:13) Taking advantage of opportunities in professional speaking (00:34:28) Maximizing speaking engagements to reach a wider audience (00:38:00) Visibility and impact of media appearances (00:39:44) Book promotion strategies (00:41:00) Leveraging connections to secure media opportunities (00:44:59) Playing big and investing in yourself (00:46:11) Creating a professional speaking reel through collaboration (00:49:39) Exploring the concept of "Wonder Hell" (00:51:00) Trevor Houston on the power of networking Additional Resources:
You have a goal or a dream, you work hard and reach it – now what? Best-selling author, speaker and coach Laura Gassner Otting says we discover a potential, a purpose inside us that we didn't know we wanted or could reach. Every day we are somewhere between who we were yesterday and who we will be tomorrow, and that can be Wonderhell. LGO joins Master Certified Coach Melissa Wiggins to talk about how to navigate this time, why we need to slow down to speed up and how to guard our best time. Do you know there's something more inside of you? The adventure has just begun. Grab a cuppa and listen in.READ WonderhellFOLLOW Laura on IG, FB, Twitter and LinkedInLearn more at LauraGassnerOtting.comWant more of Coach Mummabear? Sign up for Melissa's NewsletterInterested in Melissa's 6-Month Coaching Program? SIGN-UP for the waitlistFollow Melissa on IG: @coachmummabear_ Love Tea? Pre-Order Your Bruetta today at bruetta.com and use code: mummabear10 for 10% off!Follow the Bruetta journey on IG and FBRemember to leave an honest review and subscribe to “Coaching and a Cup of Tea with Mummabear” #rest #/lifecoaching#mastercoaching #beliefs #masterlifecoach
Today… our guest is Laura Gassner Otting. She's one of my favorite humans. Her life has been a wild ride… BUT that ride has helped her to clarify that her SUPERPOWERS are: Identifying greatness in others… Helping them to get unstuck… Achieving extraordinary results… He's served in the White House as a Presidential Appointee… she's been an executive… she's founded, ran and sold her own global search firm… and now she's a bestselling author and a speaker on stages around the country! She's a frequent contributor to Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, as well as the Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily! And Laura's 3 books have all been Wall Street Journal Bestsellers! Her BRAND NEW BOOK is called Wonderhell - Why success doesn't feel like it should and what to do about it!” It's incredible and I can't wait to dive into it… so let's do this! WHERE TO FIND LAURA: Website www.LauraGassnerOtting.com [or www.heyLGO.com] Facebook @heyLGO Instagram @heyLGO Twitter @heyLGO LinkedIn: /in/heyLGO Her book WONDERHELL: Click Here Please insert the image for her book: Her book LIMITLESS: Click Here MITCH'S NEW PODCAST: ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS You can now check out Mitch's new DAILY podcast called “ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS” anywhere you listen to podcasts. It's specifically designed for coaches, speakers and content creators and provides quick doses of inspiration, strategy AND… of course… encouragement! Check out: www.encouragingtheencouragers.com! Find it on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/encouraging-the-encouragers/id1652168710 Find it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OqXYYif08gdLQCJKkHSkN Find it on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/encouragingtheencouragers Find it on Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9iZDI2NzNhOC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw RELATED PODCAST DREAM THINK DO EPISODES: If you like this episode… we think you'll dig these too! Laura's first time on DREAM THINK DO: https://mitchmatthews.com/laura-gassner-otting/ We also talk about Rahaf Harfoush and how she helped Laura flush out the WONDERHELL concept. It doesn't surprise me… because Rahaf is brilliant and pure awesome. Want proof? Check out her DREAM THINK DO episode too: https://mitchmatthews.com/263 Or check out Episode 215. My guest is venture capitalist Greg Sands. As you'll hear… Greg's got passion… passion for life and passion for entrepreneurship. LET'S HEAR FROM YOU! Holy crap! I loved this conversation! Laura's insights on navigating the WONDERHELL that comes when you pursue your dreams and goals was freeeegin' priceless! But… I'm curious. So… what's something that clicked with you? What's something that resonated? More importantly… what's something you're going to DO as a result? I want to hear from YOU! Leave a comment and let's hear from YOU! And hey… keep bringing YOUR awesome!!! Mitch Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 What's inside of today's episode! 2:22 Why Laura was nervous to be on Dream Think Do! 3:51 What is “wonder-hell” and when Laura found herself there 9:21 How hard times could be an invitation to greatness 14:20 How living abundantly can unlock opportunities 19:53 What you can learn from over 100 “ceiling shatters” 25:11 A little bit of bravery goes a long way 35:50 Why being the optimist will always pay off in the end 38:16 What the journey will teach you about yourself 40:00 Mitch's minute and biggest takeaways!
Seriously... have you ever wondered how authors, coaches and speakers get on shows like Good Morning American or the Today Show? Well... today... I'm featuring an awesome excerpt from an interview I did with my buddy... best selling author Laura Gassner Otting! I had Laura come and talk to my mastermind for coaches and she told a laugh-out-loud story about how she got on GMA! But more importantly... she also shares the 3 questions YOU need to answer in order to get on some of the biggest news outlets in the world! Listen in... get ready to laugh... but also be ready to take some notes!!! Because this convo is GOLD!!! Let's go!!!!! MORE ON LAURA: Website www.LauraGassnerOtting.com Her brand new book WONDERHELL: https://amzn.to/3NsJrfm Facebook @heyLGO Instagram @heyLGO Twitter @heyLGO LinkedIn: /in/heyLGO Let's goooooooooo! By the way... what do you think of the new show intro and outro? Can't wait to hear what YOU think! LMK! _______________ Be sure to hit me up with questions at www.encouragingtheencouragers.com and I'll answer them as we go! You can grab our free "WELL PAID ENCOURAGER'S SECRET TOOL BOX" there too! Be sure to check out "DREAM THINK DO too (Laura's DTD interview will be up soon!): www.mitchmatthews.com/podcast And hey... let's connect on Facebook and Instagram too! #letsdothis #IlovejesusbutIcussalittle #coaching #speaker #lifecoach #motivation #lifecoaching #coaching #love #coach #mindset #inspiration #selflove #life #selfcare #success #lifestyle #mentalhealth #mindfulness #personaldevelopment #entrepreneur #goals #happiness #loveyourself #meditation #healing #motivationalquotes #lifequotes #fitness #positivevibes #motivationalspeaker #businesscoach #personalgrowth #business
IN EPISODE 130: We imagine that success will feel exhilarating, liberating and fulfilling. So why do so many people experience the exact opposite when they finally achieve it? In Episode 130, Laura Gassner Otting explores the rollercoaster ride of success - an increased desire to do more, achieve more, and the swirling mix of uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety and stress that follows. Laura shares practical tips for staying grounded and clear-eyed in the pursuit of our goals, offers suggestions for maintaining focus and clarity, and reveals the people in her inner circle who keep her hungry and humble. Success is a waypoint, not an endpoint - and after listening to Laura, you'll find your way to more success and satisfaction. ABOUT LAURA GASSNER OTTING: Laura Gassner Otting is an executive coach and the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of three books. She's a frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House where she helped shape AmeriCorps; founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, and is a self-described "punch in the face wrapped in a warm hug." Her latest book is Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel as It Should, and What To Do About It. LINKS: Website: www.lauragassnerotting.com Facebook: @heyLGO Instagram: @heyLGO Twitter: @heyLGO LinkedIn: /in/heyLGO
Laura Gassner Otting is today's guest and she's fiery, adventurous, and insightful. She is one of the few guests to make an encore appearance on the "Success is a Choice" podcast, hosted by Jamy Bechler. Jamy and Laura covered more of her story back in 2019 but they still managed to talk about some exciting things currently going on in Laura's life, including her most recent appearance on Good Morning America and her new best-seller Wonderhell. LGO has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of three books, including Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should… and What to Do About It, Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life, and Mission-Drive: Moving from Profit to Purpose. Her books have been translated into five languages. Connect with LGO ... Twitter: @HeyLGO Bio: LauraGassnerOtting.com/about Website: LauraGassnerOtting.com Instagram: @HeyLGO Facebook: Facebook.com/heylgo Linkedin: Linkedin.com/in/HeyLGO Previous Success is a Choice Appearance: JamyBechler.com/HeyLGO - - - - Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. - - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders. If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - - Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - - Jamy Bechler is the author of five books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator. TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.
Do you feel like success is just a matter of luck? Think again. Being lucky is a choice… and it's completely within your realm of control. I've got Laura Gassner Otting, author of Wonderhell, on the podcast and we're talking about the science of making your own luck. We dive into choosing your identity, borrowing confidence, breaking through your limiting beliefs and making choices about what you want to prioritize. No more fake it 'till you make it... believe it until you become it. After the show today, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to make your own luck with no 4 leaf clover required. FOR SHOW NOTES & MORE, GO TO: https://tanyadalton.com/podcasts/288-making-your-own-luck-with-laura-gassner-otting/ TAKE 5 CHALLENGE: Did you know just 5 minutes a day can double your productivity? Yes, it's really that easy. My Take 5 Challenge is a productivity game-changer and takes just 5 minutes a day for 5 days. That's it. (I told you it would be easy.) This daily action will quickly become your favorite new habit because it helps you be more present, feel confident about your actions and be empowered to create your own extraordinary life. Ready to get started? Go to https://tanyadalton.com/take5 to start today!
Join us on an inspiring journey with Laura, the author of "Wonderhell," as she shares her personal experiences of embracing uncertainty and the powerful impact of surrounding herself with the right people. Laura's story begins when she made the bold decision to leave law school, taking unexpected turns that ultimately led her to write "Wonderhell," a book about living in the question and finding one's unique path. As we follow Laura's story, we learn the importance of living in a state of "doubtable" and embracing uncertain situations. By relying on resilience and adaptability, Laura discovered that uncertainty is essential for growth and being open to new experiences can lead to self-discovery and new opportunities. The tale takes a deeper turn as we discuss the significance of having the right people around us while navigating uncertainties and challenges. Although we mention the famous Jim Rohn quote about being the average of the five people you spend the most time with, we clarify that there's no direct scientific evidence to support it. Instead, we delve into the concept of mirror neurons, which scan our environment for sameness and influence us subconsciously. This neurological basis highlights the importance of surrounding ourselves with people who support and encourage our journey. Laura's story also emphasizes the idea that the people who were with us during one phase of our lives may not be the right ones to accompany us in the next. It's not about discarding people, but being intentional about the advice we seek and the voices we listen to. Through personal experiences about well-intentioned family members not fully understanding decisions and career paths, we learn that being mindful of who we seek advice from and having a supportive cheering section can make a significant difference in both our personal and professional lives. The Biggest Helping: Today's Most Important Takeaway “The only people who are visited by Wonderhell are the ones who think are worthy of it. You don't see a bigger, higher, better, different potential for you if you don't have the intelligence and the creativity and the wherewithal to get yourself there.” -- Thank you for joining us on The Daily Helping with Dr. Shuster. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts to download more food for the brain, knowledge from the experts, and tools to win at life. Resources: Learn more: lauragassnerotting.com Follow Laura on Instagram: @heylgo Read: Wonderhell Ep. 99: Get Unstuck, Find Your Purpose, #BeLimitless | with Laura Gassner Otting Produced by Nova Media
Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders Podcast. I'm your host, Patti Phillips. Today, I'm here with a very special guest, Laura Gassner Otting, Washington Post Best-Selling Author and Speaker – Yes, the same Laura who delivered an epic keynote speech at our 2022 National Convention in Kansas City! I'm excited to have her on the podcast today to talk about her newest book - Wonderhell! Which is Inspired by conversations with movers and shakers, ground-breaking leaders, entrepreneurs, and of course, her own experience with success. The title of the book actually threw me, until she explained that success isn't a destination, its a portal. What we thought was the pinnacle of achievement (its a wonderful!) is instead a door that invites us to live up to the burden of our newfound potential (which can be hell!) aka WonderHell! This is exactly the kind of book we all need to help us get to that next level in our professional and personal lives by structuring the chapters as an amusement park. Chapters such as Impostortown, The Carousel, and The Tunnel of Love metaphorically take us through the burden of newly discovered potential of success and life. Grab a copy of Wonderhell here! Let's dive in! And remember, We Are Women Leaders.
Have you had a “Wonder Hell” moment? That time when you have achieved success, which gives you an increased hunger for something bigger? Which leads to a great deal of uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety and stress. According to best-selling author, international speaker and renowned life coach Laura Gassner Otting (www.lauragassnerotting.com), success is wonderful, but it's also “Hell.” So she has a new book Wonderhell, Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges. She wants to help you to lead, manage and mentor others to achieve increased business success. Laura's TEDx on Wonderhell was chosen as an Editor's Pick, and is quickly approaching 1M views;, and was featured on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, Oprah Daily, Harvard Business Review, and others. Subjects discussed in Podcast Include: • “Impostor syndrome” - How do we overcome it? • Make your own luck through manifestation and hard work • How can we quiet our perfectionist tendencies and allow ourselves to fail? • Managing our uncertainties and our “what ifs” • Can we better learn from others and accept being a “beginner”? • Creating a community of those who bring out our best – and cutting off those who don't! • What is one thing you can do tomorrow morning to overcome “Imposter Syndrome”? Subscribe to Home Business TV (https://tinyurl.com/ya4vs6qe). Home-Based Business Start-Up Guide (https://homebusinessmag.com/home-based-business-start-up-guide); Episode Sponsor: Kaeser & Blair * https://Kaeser-Blair.com Interview Guest [caption id="attachment_156750" align="alignleft" width="500"] Laura Gassner Otting, author of the book Wonderhell,[/caption] Your Host More Links Subscribe to Home Business TV YouTube Channel (Click) Subscribe to the Home Business Podcast Home-Based Business Start-Up Guide
Chronic stress is bad. It ruins relationships, wrecks your immune system, and puts you in a bad mood. So what's the solution? Stop watching the news. But for certain people who are unable or unwilling to do that, why not get a dog? Dogs are great. You can also try ignoring everybody, carving your own path, and living your best life. Which also happens to be the subtitle of Laura's new book, Limitless. Alternatively, you can chase the dream and enter Wonderhell, where success is both wonderful and hell. Which is also a book by Laura. If she writes any more books her bio's going to write itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chronic stress is bad. It ruins relationships, wrecks your immune system, and puts you in a bad mood. So what's the solution? Stop watching the news. But for certain people who are unable or unwilling to do that, why not get a dog? Dogs are great. You can also try ignoring everybody, carving your own path, and living your best life. Which also happens to be the subtitle of Laura's new book, Limitless. Alternatively, you can chase the dream and enter Wonderhell, where success is both wonderful and hell. Which is also a book by Laura. If she writes any more books her bio's going to write itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Champions live in a state of Wonderhell, constantly bouncing between feeling wonderful and being overwhelmed and uncertain. Recognizing these feelings, leaning into the emotions, and developing loving critics are the keys to ongoing success. Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with best-selling author Laura Gassner Otting about her upcoming book. Wonderhell explores the traits and strategies of successful people in various vocations and walks of life.
Ever notice how, the moment you step into a new level of accomplishment and visioning, it's amazing, but it almost always comes along with a success-sized helping of struggle, fear and uncertainty that leads to suffering? Our guest today, Laura Gassner Otting calls this, "wonderhell,” that moment where you're both celebrating and simultaneously grappling with the burden of your potential to do more, be more, achieve more. It's both wonderful, and it's hell. According to Laura, "Wonderhell" is an essential part of any journey that finds you striving for something more. The burden of your potential is real, maybe even unavoidable, but the suffering doesn't have to be. The success industrial complex, which teaches us to grind harder, lean in, and achieve more to be happy, leaves us unprepared for the messy middle, filled with doubt and uncertainty. In her new book ‘Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should...and What To Do About It', she offers a toolkit to help people achieve their potential, with a "choose your own adventure" journey through three towns of Impostor Town, Doubtsville and Burnout City, each with five rides, to help people overcome their fears and doubts. Whether you're an entrepreneur or simply trying to achieve a personal goal, this episode offers practical tips and strategies for redefining your relationship with doubt and uncertainty and embracing wonder hell as a necessary part of the journey to success. Laura also speaks from a place of personal experience. She's has literally spent decades riding the Wonderhell roller-coaster, and developed a powerful set of tools to help find your way through with more ease and less chaos and suffering. SPARKED HOT TAKE WITH: Laura Gassner Otting | Website Laura Gassner Otting is an Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach and inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. She is a frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. She served as a Presidential Appointee in the White House and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm. Her bestselling book, Limitless, was chosen by Robin Roberts as one of Good Morning America's Favorite Books of the Year. AND HOSTED BY: Jonathan Fields Jonathan is a dad, husband, award-winning author, multi-time founder, executive producer and host of the Good Life Project podcast, and co-host of SPARKED, too! He's also the creator of an unusual tool that's helped more than 650,000 people discover what kind of work makes them come alive - the Sparketype® Assessment, and author of the bestselling book, SPARKED. How to submit your question for the SPARKED Braintrust: Wisdom-seeker submissions More on Sparketypes at: Discover You Sparketype | The Book | The Website Read more on the Sparked Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Jonathan Fields on LinkedIn. Presented by LinkedIn.
Women entrepreneurs are the future, and we need to wake the hell up. ~ Laura Gassner Otting My conversation with WaPo bestselling author, frequent GMA & Today Show contributor, keynote speaker, Executive Coach, and all around badass Laura Gassner Otting is SPICY and full of truth bombs on undervaluing yourself and letting folks negotiate your price, how to honor your integrity over your sales, how to speak to the reasons people buy, and handling the challenges of entrepreneurship at every level of success. She's also sharing some key insights from her new book out this week, Wonderhell. This episode is absolute GOLD. Do not miss it. Tune in for… How to negotiate on value vs. price The importance of valuing yourself over your sales Why people buy and how to speak to their reasons How to handle the new challenges that come with every level of success Making the transition from doing to leading in your business The difference between being kind and being nice & which to do more of & so much more! Loving this episode? Please leave a rating and review so more feminist entrepreneurs can find the show and change the world! All you gotta do is head here. How to connect with Melanie: Join Sell Like a Feminist for 10 weeks of mastering sales copy, CTA's, and conversations so you always know how to sell everything you offer. We kick off 4/18. Wanna sign your next 3 “F YEAH” clients? Sign up for the Masterclass and sales will never feel gross again. Ready to grow your business? Join the mastermind for feminist entrepreneurs building 6+ figure businesses. Get all the details and join the waitlist here. How to connect with Laura: Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. Twitter: https://twitter.com/heylgo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heylgo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heylgo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/heyLGO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heylgo LGO Website: http://lauragassnerotting.com/ © 2021 - 2023 Melanie Childers
Laura has had a fascinating career from dropping out of law school and joining Bill Clinton's presidential campaign to then being a presidential appointee as he took the White House. After being unwilling to settle for someone else's definition of success, she left her role at an executive search firm as their youngest Vice President to start her own wildly successful firm. She is a Washington Post Best Selling Author. Her last book, Limitless, came in second only to Michelle Obama's book. Her new book Wonderhell drops today, April 4th!! (Go ahead and pause the podcast to go grab a copy) In this episode she shares:· Some of the biggest lessons from the evolution of her career.· What drove her to write the book “Limitless” for the world.· Her thoughts on why we've come to a place, societally, with women exiting senior and executive level positions in record numbers.· How she came up with the concept for her newest book: Success, in other words, is kinda wonderful ... but it's also kinda hell. Welcome to “Wonderhell”· How we can learn to lean into our own imperfection to help us grow· What happens when we get to new levels in our career and life around the discernment we should have when it comes to the people who are in our life, even if we may have outgrown the relationship.· The story behind the best advice she ever got, which was “You're just not that important”.· Something that others value that she doesn't.· What her non-negotiable habits and routines are.Make sure to go pick up Laura's latest book, “Wonderhell” everywhere books are sold. Also give her a follow her on LinkedIn and IG. All links listed below. https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/https://www.instagram.com/heylgo/A rising tide raises all ships, and I invite you along in this journey to Evoke Greatness!Check out my website: www.evokegreatness.comFollow me on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonnie-linebarger-899b9a52/ https://www.instagram.com/evoke.greatness/
Recommend this show by sharing the link: pod.link/2Pages Growing up, there were a couple of my dad's high school track trophies on the sideboard in our house. I loved those trophies as a kid - Dad, on the other hand, was pretty indifferent to them, having moved on to other things. Be it physical or not, what trophies do you have? And which ones are you now chasing? How do your past and possible achievements shape and enliven you, and in turn, how do they constrain you? Laura Gassner Otting is a best-selling author, a keynote speaker, a coach, and a friend. Laura reads two pages from ‘Stones from the River' by Ursula Hegi. [reading begins at 24:00] Hear us discuss: How to stop chasing approval from others. [7:40] | The difference between institutions and cathedrals. [17:38] | “Grow to love the part of you that is always in process.” [31:43] | Finding both success and happiness. [33:54] | “There's success for my ego, and success for my heart.” [40:38] | Success then versus now: “Success is knowing who I am and how I can bring that to people who want to see more of me.” [41:53]
In this episode of the Sales Leadership Show podcast, the host interviews Laura Gassner Otting, the author of the book "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should, and What to do About It!". The book is a guide for creating the mindset needed to move forward in life, even when success can feel like a burden.Laura shares her own experiences and insights from the book, highlighting stories of people who have pushed forward to achieve a new definition of success. The book provides a roadmap for readers to slay their impostor syndrome, banish their doubts, manage their burnout, and make way for their limitless potential.Throughout the episode, Laura and the host discuss the challenges of success and the mindset needed to overcome them. They explore the concept of "wonderhell", which is the feeling of being trapped in a successful but unfulfilling life, and how to break free from it. They also discuss the importance of defining success on your own terms and not letting external factors define it for you.Listeners will come away with practical guidance and actionable steps to create a mindset that empowers them to move forward in life, even in the face of success. Whether you are a sales leader or a sales rep, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to achieve their full potential and find true fulfillment in their lives. ★ Support this podcast ★ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit happyaf.substack.com/subscribe
The Business of Meetings – Episode 160 – Wonderhell with Laura Gassner Otting We are delighted to be speaking with Laura Gassner Otting today! Laura is an amazing entrepreneur, executive coach, and writer who has helped people in politics and often appeared on TV! Laura's life is rich and diverse! She joins us to share her story and discuss her new book, Wonderhell. Bio: Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back to you so that you can get “unstuck” and achieve extraordinary results. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at a respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives just outside of Boston, MA. Laura's journey Laura has had a long journey of accidental successes. She did many interesting things with interesting people and many interesting opportunities arose along her path. She dropped out of law school to join the Presidential campaign of an unknown Southern governor who offered a policy solution of community service in exchange for a college education. She ended up in the White House and helped build AmeriCorps. Four years later, she wanted to get onto the campaign trail again but was too old. She took a job with her mentor as a head hunter. After five years, she left, started her own firm, grew it, and sold it fifteen years later to the women who helped her build it. She started blogging and was asked to do TEDx talk. The talk got people's attention, and she began receiving offers to speak for money. That prompted her to write a book. She is now five years into her speaking career and is about to launch her second book, Wonderhell. Wonderhell Wonderhell is based on the concept of an amusement park that is divided into three sections, Impostor Town, Doubtsville, and Burnout City. Each section contains five “rides” that mimic the emotions people go through along the journey to becoming successful. Figuring out who you are The first “ride” is figuring out who you are and what you are capable of. Doubt (the trapeze) tends to creep in when you want to try something new, which can be scary. That's why you have to appreciate whatever you did to get you to where you are today because it created a foundation for you to grow and build from, even though it may not get you through the next thing. In other words, you can borrow the confidence you gained in one place and use it in another until you have firmer ground to stand on. The loop de loop The loop de loop is the ride where you keep going back to the beginning, over and over again. That is where people start self-sabotaging and have to adopt a beginner's mindset. It is essential to notice when you get bored or complacent, stop caring about outcomes, and are no longer bringing your best to your work. The discomfort of not knowing Laura has never known exactly what she wants to do next, and she thinks that happens to many others, too. She advises anyone leaving a job to spend time sitting with the discomfort of not knowing before starting something new. Success does not make things any easier An idea that emerged in Wonderhell is that we tend to think things will get easier when we attain success. They will not! Things generally get even harder when we become successful. Becoming Everything we do in life helps us continue with the process of evolving and becoming. The idea behind Wonderhell is that when we have one foot in yesterday and the other in tomorrow, it keeps us in the process of becoming. The tunnel of love Being an entrepreneur can be lonely. If you have someone at your level you respect and admire going through the tunnel of love (the process) with you, it will keep you in check and help you avoid settling for mediocracy. Overcoming impostor syndrome So many capable and successful people still have impostor syndrome when they embark on something they have never done before. Having a mentee or teaching something that comes to you naturally is the best way to get yourself to feel that you know something. It will also build your confidence moving forward. Overcoming impostor syndrome involves renegotiating our emotions around the doors we are walking through. Advice for women applying for positions Twenty years of executive search experience taught Laura that there are no perfect candidates and that anything people bring to the table counts, even if it is not on the list. She advises women to keep their resumes and cover letters current and apply with abandon. Even if they don't get the jobs, they will gain experience in the interview and job application process. Make your own luck Being in the space where you put yourself in the deal flow makes you luckier! (There is a chapter in Wonderhell called The Fortune Teller, which is about how you make your own luck.) Mentorship Rather than trying to find mentors, Laura prefers to look for mentoring moments. She is also happy to offer mentoring moments to advise anyone who asks to pick her brain or needs her help to work through something specific. How Wonderhell came about Laura did not intend to write Wonderhell. It happened after a series of events that began when she wrote a blog post while on a redeye flight home after appearing on the Today Show, where she described the space she was in as Wonderhell. Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website Connect with Laura Gassner Otting On her website On LinkedIn On all social media platforms @heylgo Books mentioned: Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg Wonderhell is available at www.wonderhell.com, on Amazon, or anywhere fine books are sold.
Laura Gassner Otting's superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you so that you can get "unstuck" and achieve extraordinary results. In her book, Wonderhell, Laura explores "why success doesn't feel like it should and what to do about it." Wonderhell offers a roadmap to creating the mindset that lets you move forward in life, even when your success tells you to stop right there. Did you know fear and excitement manifest in our bodies in exactly the same way? The reason that success feels stressful is because we feel the burden of what else we can achieve. Wonderhell is the sign that you are made for more. The book draws from Laura's experiences and interviews with successful entrepreneurs, activists, and artists who have faced similar challenges and come out on the other side. One of Laura's suggestions is that instead of pursuing endless growth, people should determine what they are maximizing for, whether it is profits, impact on the world, or personal freedom and flexibility. Laura frequently contributes to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. Her entrepreneurial edge defines Laura's 30-year resume. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at a respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm. Her first book, Limitless, was a national bestseller. In this episode, we discuss the definition of success and why it isn't an endpoint but a waypoint. Why working hard doesn't end when you succeed; every time you succeed, it just gets harder. We dive into the dangers of comparison culture but the importance of surrounding yourself with people who won't let you settle for mediocrity. And the reason you feel like an impostor is because you are somewhere you never thought you'd be.
Laura Gassner Otting is an author, catalyst, and executive coach who inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. LGO, as she is often known, drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss her latest book, "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It." Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps. She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it. Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and HR Magazine as she now delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes to organizations across the world. Visit http://www.danpontefract.com for more information about Dan and the Leadership NOW program. Visit https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/about/ to get to know LGO.
On this episode of the betterHUMAN podcast, Laura Gassner Otting joins me to talk about Wonderhell, how to truly start living in line with your purpose, and the common traits of peak performers to take your life to the next level. You are going to LOVE Wonderhell when you learn what it is!Check out Laura's work
Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges by helping them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others. Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps. She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it, both because she was hungry for the next chapter and because she held an audacious dream of electing our nation's first female president. (Whomp whomp.) Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list (right behind Michelle Obama), has been translated into Arabic, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, and German, and which Good Morning America's Robin Roberts chose as one of her Favorite Books of 2019, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Her newest book is Wonderhell. Through her own commitment to give back, Laura has helped build a local Montessori school, co-founded a women's philanthropic initiative, advised a start-up national women's PAC, grew a citizen-leadership development program, and completed five charity-inspired marathons, projects emblematic of her passions and values. She's turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, a motivator, and a provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like, just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and troublesome puppy with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. www.wonderhellbook.com
Laura Gassner Otting, Author of the new, terrific book Wonderhell, gets us thinking about that feeling of accomplishing something that you weren't quite sure you could? Ever ask yourself after experience what more you could do? Could you have done even better? That feeling of uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety and more stress is Wonderhell. And Laura helps us think about re-categorizing all of the emotions and expectations. This episode is filled with so much inspiration and takeaways you won't want to miss! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/368 To learn more about Laura Gassner Otting and Wonderhell: https://twitter.com/heylgo https://www.facebook.com/heylgo https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo https://www.instagram.com/heylgo https://www.youtube.com/c/heyLGO https://www.tiktok.com/@heylgo http://lauragassnerotting.com/
Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief.She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, corporate, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares audiences to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges by helping them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others.Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps.She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it, both because she was hungry for the next chapter and because she held an audacious dream of electing our nation's first female president. (Whomp whomp.)Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list (right behind Michelle Obama), has been translated into Arabic, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, and German, and which Good Morning America's Robin Roberts chose as one of her Favorite Books of 2019, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Her forthcoming book, Wonderhell, is expected in April 2023.Through her own commitment to give back, Laura has helped build a local Montessori school, co-founded a women's philanthropic initiative, advised a start-up national women's PAC, grew a citizen-leadership development program, and completed five charity-inspired marathons, projects emblematic of her passions and values. She's turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, a motivator, and a provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like, just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and troublesome puppy with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/unimpressedpodcast. https://plus.acast.com/s/unimpressedpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week I'm excited to bring you an episode of What's Next! Podcast with a dear friend of mine, Laura Gassner Otting. For this episode, I'm sharing my February 22nd LinkedIn Live chat with Laura as we dive into the tricky territory that lies between success and happiness. Laura Gassner Otting's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps. She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest-growing search firms in the country. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it and since that time, has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show. Laura's writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life, Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose, and is soon to release Wonderhell. THIS EPISODE IS PERFECT FOR… anybody trying to make sense of the emotion-filled limbo that lives between success and happiness. TODAY'S MAIN MESSAGE… success can bring complicated emotions. On the one hand, it's exhilarating. On the other hand, we tend to quickly jump to the next goal and become overwhelmed or stressed about the rising challenge of the next steps. Laura explains how to navigate the “wonderhell” of this tension and find happiness in the process. WHAT I LOVE MOST… the idea of being a student of the process. Approaching big moments with openness to learn gives us a great awareness of the wonder and possibilities around us. Running time: 29:00 Subscribe on iTunes Check out the LinkedIn Live Chat Find Tiffani on Social: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Find Laura Online: Official Website Twitter LinkedIn Laura's Book: Wonderhell Laura's HBR Article: Are You Pursuing Your Vision of Career Success — or Someone Else's?
This week's guest made such an impact on me the first time I had her on True Grit and Grace, I invited her back as a repeat guest! Not only did we get to catch up in person and in studio, it also gave us a chance to catch up on her new book. If you're struggling to find happiness and peace amidst a stressful circumstance or huge growth chapter, this conversation is for you. Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief. Laura's rebellious and entrepreneurial edge has been well-honed over a 25-year career that started when she dropped out of law school to join an unknown southern governor's presidential campaign, and ended up as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, where she helped shape AmeriCorps. She left a leadership role as the youngest Vice President at a nationally respected search firm when she realized that her boss's definition of success didn't align with hers and, instead, founded and ran one of the fastest growing search firms in the country, partnering with the full gamut of mission-driven executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. In 2015, Laura sold that firm to the team who helped her build it, both because she was hungry for the next chapter and because she held an audacious dream of electing our nation's first female president. (Whomp whomp.) Since that time, Laura has appeared regularly on Good Morning America and the TODAY Show, and her writing has been seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HR Magazine. Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on the Washington Post bestseller list (right behind Michelle Obama), has been translated into Arabic, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, and German, and which Good Morning America's Robin Roberts chose as one of her Favorite Books of 2019, as well as Mission-Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (2015). Her forthcoming book, Wonderhell, is expected in April 2023. In this episode, Laura teaches you how to manage success when you achieve it, how to stay healthy amidst a busy schedule, and how to understand your own potential in a way that nourishes happiness instead of anxiety. Here's what you will learn: How to find and release the burden of your potential (5:21) How to spot energy vampires and protect yourself from them (14:30) How to overcome your limits by casting out seeds of doubt (22:29) Why imperfection is part of our collective truth (33:27) How to understand seasons and when enough is enough (44:20) Discover the 4 building blocks of good health to help you to succeed (53:28) Tune in to this episode and learn something new! Share it on Instagram and tag me at @amberlylagomotivation and @heylgo then share it with a friend! Follow Laura: Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Links mentioned: Limitless the book Wonderhell the book If you are ready to leave your mark by discovering your message and sharing it with the world, you've come to the right place!! Let's work together to build your influence, your impact, and your income! Join the tribe you have been waiting for to activate your highest potential and live the life you deserve! Join the "Unstoppable Life Mastermind!" and let us know you are ready for greatness! Read the "True Grit and Grace" book here and learn how you can turn tragedy into triumph! Thank you for joining us on the True, Grit, & Grace Podcast! If you find value in today's episode, don't forget to share the show with your friends and tap that subscribe button so you don't miss an episode! You can also head over to amberlylago.com to join my newsletter and access free downloadable resources that can help you elevate your life, business, and relationships! Want to see the behind-the-scenes and keep the conversation going? Head over to Instagram @amberlylagomotivation! Audible @True-Grit-and-Grace-Audiobook Website @amberlylago.com Instagram @amberlylagomotivation Facebook @AmberlyLagoSpeaker
In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interview Washington Post Best Selling Author and Motivational Keynote Speaker, Laura Gassner Otting. A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily. Laura's 30-year experience is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps. Her forthcoming book, Wonderhell, reimagines the stories we tell ourselves about success bringing you happiness, and shows how mixed emotions like fear, uncertainty, and stress accompany success. More About Laura Gassner Otting: lauragassnerotting.com Social Networks: @heylgo Pre-order Wonderhell: https://www.wonderhellbook.com More About The Agency Certification Intensive Training: Learn more Take The Marketing Assessment: Marketingassessment.co This episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast is brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.
Why does success not always bring happiness?On this episode, I speak with Laura Gassing Otting, who, in her own words, helps leaders get unstuck. She is a best-selling author who has previously set up a recruitment agency, helping many leaders to manage their careers on their terms and to carve their own paths. As you'll hear, that means removing some limiting factors like impostor syndrome or having your success defined by others. And she's helped people to get the best out of themselves. If you're a regular listener to the show, you'll know that I like having people who bring a fresh perspective and help us think differently about the world. As someone who's moved from a corporate career to being self-employed and branching out into a career path that I've defined for myself, I spent a lot of time thinking about what success means when there's no longer a well-trodden path to follow. You have to start working these things out for yourself. What Laura has to share is fascinating. We often have a view of what success means and how we will get there. Though, when we do reach those pinnacles, it can often be quite disappointing. So if we want to get the best out of ourselves and others, we should listen to people like Laura, who can show us where the traditional models might have flaws. To find out more about Laura, visit https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/For more on the 1980s TV series Dynasty https://dynastytv.fandom.com/wiki/Dynasty_(1981)You can see Laura's TED Talks: ‘Stop Asking How I Can Help' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYMM9joekdE‘Why Doesn't Success Bring Happiness' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=be_DhgIVqoIFor more on Laura's books: https://www.lauragassnerotting.com/books
Laura is absolutely incredible and is a powerhouse. She has so many different layers and if you listen all the way to the end you get to hear her get extremely vulnerable about how she had the mental fortitude to go through an incredibly rare medical condition. I am so excited to share her story and hope you enjoy it.LINKS & RESOURCESConnect w/ Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heylgo/Laura's Website: Laura Gassner OttingLaura's Limitless Assessment: Interactive Calculators & QuizzesLaura's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Ignore-Everybody-Carve-Your/dp/B07QKNSMN9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F82SRN0Z3R92&keywords=limitless+laura+gassner+otting&qid=1655237604&sprefix=limitless+laura%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1Connect w/ Laura on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heylgo/FREE "SoulChat" with Sam: Calendly.com/SamKabertGRAB MY FREE GUIDE: SoulSeekrz.com/TermsSchedule a FREE Chat w/ me: Calendly.com/SamKabertMy Book "SOUL/Life Balance": https://cutt.ly/hAydeYsMagicMind | https://cutt.ly/VRADrOH use code "SoulSam" for 20% off!Wizard Teams (Virtual Teams For YOU Managed by US) | https://cutt.ly/xmVsYTe Check out my Review of Pixar's "SOUL" Movie | https://cutt.ly/OmVsUNe FREE Glossary of Spiritual Terms for the Newly Activated: https://soulseekrz.com/terms/ Wizard Websites - Learn to Build a Website w/ Virtual Assistants | https://bit.ly/3lCw2kU SHROOM BEACH Clothing | Use Promo Code "SoulSam" for 15% off with this link: https://cutt.ly/oItje42 Defiant Mushroom Coffee (Use "Sam15" for 15% OFF!) | https://defiantcoffee.co/ Permission to Podcast (Simply Show Up & Record): https://bit.ly/2N2NUoI LET'S BE SOCIALJoin the journey — come hangout on social mediaInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/samkabert/ Join the Soul Seekr Facebook Group | https://buff.ly/2yi8ldA Twitter | https://twitter.com/soul_seekr_ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kabert/ YouTube | https://buff.ly/3e4kXUO ASK me ANYTHING: Email is Sam@CloneYourselfU.com and you can book a FREE business strategy call with me by going to Calendly.com/CLONE.Thank You,SamSupport the show
This episode of the Book Marketing Action Podcast focuses on the benefits of showing up as your authentic self when marketing your book. Laura Gassner Otting – Executive Coach, Speaker, and Author of Limitless – reveals how her book became a bestseller and the strategies she used to achieve that success. She emphasizes the importance of being yourself, writing about what you know, and asking people for help throughout each step of your author journey. During the episode, Laura also shares: About herself and her work in the world. Her tactics for getting her book on the bestseller list. The benefits of asking for help and how to do it authentically. The strategy she used when asking for help supporting her book launch. The story of the new book she has been working on, titled Wonderhell. Whether she worked with a Big House publisher or a hybrid publisher. The benefits and limitations of choosing a Big House publisher or choosing a hybrid publisher. Why she believes that having a deeper connection with your publisher leads to greater success for your book. The benefits of being your authentic self when marketing and launching your book. The importance of writing about what you know and what you have experienced in your own life. For our show notes, including action steps, and resources, visit: https://weavinginfluence.com/podcast/episode-78-showing-up-as-your-authentic-self/ Please feel free to send a message to Becky at becky@weavinginfluence.com to share your thoughts!
What does it take to build one of the largest online retailers in the world, and what can we all learn from the woman who did?Join Laura Gassner Otting as she hosts this episode of LGOtv with special guest, Loren Ridinger. Loren Ridinger is the Co-Founder & Senior Executive Vice President of internet retailing giant Market America | SHOP.COM. On her spare time, you can find her wherever her daughter and grandchildren are.Loren Ridinger - People Lover, Therapist, Motivator.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:45 "But Dad....I'm afraid of flying"4:51 My first magic moment - I'm either going to authentically be me, or I'm going to become someone else that someone wants me to be6:15 I knew I wanted to break out and be different9:20 "Follow your passion" is the new "LIVE-LAUGH-LOVE"10:39 It's easier to succeed than people think it is11:10 Failure is not finale it's fulcrum13:42 It's not just about the hard work, it's about the sacrifice16:08 If I cut you out of my life, you've given me the scissors22:38 Don't make decisions based on your past24:00 I'll be happy when...26:41 " What do you mean people going to shop online someday??" - 199230:30 The burden of your potential31:16 Don't escape your Wonderhell, embrace it!33:04 While we have momentum, we can't stop what we're doing36:11 Getting from 1 billion to 5 billion42:42 Get obsessed with the process46:02 How do you decide who to bring on the boat?55:53 I'm not your identity of who I am.58:58 Find their greatness, that's what makes you great.Links:https://www.instagram.com/lorenridinger/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/LorenRidingerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenridinger/https://twitter.com/lorenridinger?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
How does taking a job you hate lead to a life you love?Join Laura Gassner Otting as she hosts this episode of LGOtv with special guest, Kim Kaupe.Accidental EntrepreneurSquad AssemblerShark Tank AlumWashington Post Best Selling Author and Motivational Keynote Speaker, Laura Gassner Otting, inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo because her presentations make listeners think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their limited scope of belief.She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and perspective generated by decades of navigating change across the start-up, nonprofit, political, as well as philanthropic landscapes. Laura dares listeners to find their voice, and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges. She leads them to seek new ways of leading, managing, and mentoring others.4:36 - Wanting a Change 5:16 - I've made a huge mistake.6:55 - "I had plans for failure, but I never planned for success"8:12 - Holyshit - this is working?!11:45 - The unspoken learning curve of becoming CEO13:27 - Success is a portal, not a finite destination.15:00 - Aha Moment: I'm not happy. 28:40 - Good News or Bad News, take a 30 second beat before reacting.30:39 - What does happiness look like to you?33:41 - The St. Martin Memo34:40 - Set aside time to be bored.41:25 - Have you ever tried to push away your good ideas?43:00 - "You can run away from the boulder, but not from yourself."47:55 - If the URL for your idea is open...50:05 - Wonderhell visits people who have the hunger for it.52:03 - Keep disrupting yourself, keep jumping to new S Curves.53:56 - Broccoli, Candy, Broccoli, Candy.55:20 - We should always have a kid mentality. Let me try something harder to get to the next stage.59:47 - You don't have to be perfect, just be present. https://www.instagram.com/kimkaupe/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/kimkaupehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupehttps://twitter.com/kimkaupehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX-qcmpyusXbGaueN8OGIHQ
Are you working toward success?My guest on SelfWork today is a career expert - Laura Gassner Otting - I've already been influenced by her new book WonderHell in quite a wonderful way!Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A regular contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. I felt that power from the moment I began reading and I've found myself musing over small nuggets of her encouraging words well after I'd finished.When you desire and then achieve success, there are surprising and challenging things that come along with it - but this book can help you work through those things (like fear...) when they very naturally emerge.Advertisers Links:Find out what your "true age" is! Go to https://trudiagnostic.com/selfwork to sign up and get a discount for being a SelfWork listener!Manage your hormones with the help of Happy Mammoth, a leader in women's health! Go to https://happymammoth.com/selfwork to order!You can hear more about this and many other topics by listening to my podcast, SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford. Subscribe to my website and receive my weekly newsletter including a blog post and podcast! If you'd like to join my FaceBook closed group, then click here and answer the membership questions! Welcome!My book entitled Perfectly Hidden Depression is available here! Its message is specifically for those with a struggle with strong perfectionism which acts to mask underlying emotional pain. But the many self-help techniques described can be used by everyone who chooses to begin to address emotions long hidden away that are clouding and sabotaging your current life.And there's another way to send me a message! You can record by clicking below and ask your question or make a comment. You'll have 90 seconds to do so and that time goes quickly. By recording, you're giving SelfWork (and me) permission to use your voice on the podcast. I'll look forward to hearing from you!Our Sponsors:* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code SELFWORK for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out Midi Health: https://trymidi.com/selfwork* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code SELFWORK for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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