Podcasts about zone of genius

Are you a business owner feeling like the biggest bottleneck in your own company? Do you dream of financial freedom but find yourself buried in 20−an−hourtasks?InthisinsightfulepisodeoftheSpeakingPodcast,wesitdownwithBlazMarolt,anex−militaryofficerandWestPointgraduatewhohastransitionedhishigh−stakesleadershipexperienceintoamissionforbusinesssystematization.Blazhelpsentrepreneursscalingpastthe20-an-hour tasks? In this insightful episode of the Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Blaz Marolt, an ex-military officer and West Point graduate who has transitioned his high-stakes leadership experience into a mission for business systematization. Blaz helps entrepreneurs scaling past the 20−an−hourtasks?InthisinsightfulepisodeoftheSpeakingPodcast,wesitdownwithBlazMarolt,anex−militaryofficerandWestPointgraduatewhohastransitionedhishigh−stakesleadershipexperienceintoamissionforbusinesssystematization.Blazhelpsentrepreneursscalingpastthe500k mark to build robust operational infrastructures, allowing them to stay in their "zone of genius." We discuss the "two-week vacation test," the 80/20 rule of profitability, and why even the most successful companies often operate in a state of hidden chaos. Whether you're a solopreneur or leading a team of 20, Blaz provides actionable strategies to fix your systems, empower your team, and finally achieve the freedom you started your business for.     Timestamps Timestamp Topic Description 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Blaz Marolt 0:45 Blaz's Mission: Helping business owners stay in their zone of genius 1:56 The Bottleneck Founder: Why things break down after $500k 2:43 Military Roots: Graduating from West Point and the Slovenian Military 3:42 Transitioning to Business: Boosting production by 50% in electronics 4:34 The IT Leap: Getting hired with only Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills 5:21 Scaling a Food Delivery Giant: Growing 59x in the Balkans 6:22 The Chief of Staff Role: Doubling revenue for a US coaching company 7:03 The Young Founder Challenge: Overcoming perceptions in leadership 8:16 Military vs. Business Organization: The shocking reality of corporate chaos 9:53 The 80/20 Rule in Sales: Identifying loss-makers vs. profit-makers 11:37 Minimum Order Quantities: Why selling 100 components can be a disaster 12:54 Educating the Sales Team: Making them suffer through the production process 14:13 The Key Person Risk: Why your business shouldn't depend on one individual 15:52 The Soviet Machine Analogy: Planning for capacity and quality 31:19 The 250-Page SOP Trap: Why simple, one-page processes win 33:05 AI in Business: Using it as an assistant, not a replacement for thinking 35:01 The Amazon AI Mistake: Why quality assessment still requires humans 38:42 The 90-Day Operational Audit: What to expect in the first three months 40:53 Educating Employees: Why change management takes longer than system setup 42:52 The 20-Time Rule: Why you have to repeat instructions to be heard 60:42 Blaz's Final Advice: Defining your goals as a founder 61:16 Where to Find Blaz: LinkedIn and networking conversations 61:42 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the PodFather Network      

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Jon Callaghan of True Ventures Willy Schlacks of EquipmentShare Natalie Dillon of Maveron We asked guests to tell the most important lesson they've learned in their career. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. We're proud to partner with Ramp, the modern finance automation platform. Book a demo and get $150—no strings attached.   Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

Is your consulting or coaching designed around what you're best at, love doing, and what people actually want to pay you for? Today, we are talking about one of my favorite topics and one of the best parts of my brand positioning and messaging strategy. I really love the work I do with my clients, and it's what we're gonna discuss in this episode of Consulting Matters… discovering your best-at-strengths. Specifically, how to mine and monetize them, which isn't just about making you happier… It's to make you more productive, more profitable, and best of all, instantly stand out in the crowded consulting and coaching marketplace. Tune in to discover: What best-at-strengths are (and how they aren't just things you're good at) Why your best- at-strengths are incredibly hard to see, value, and appreciate How taking your “best-at-strengths seriously will change both your client's life and your own The steps you can take now to start the process of mining and then monetizing what ultimately brings your clients the most value and you the most joy Where to dive in: 00:00 — Intro: Are You Building Around Your Real Strengths? 02:36 — What “Best At” Strengths Actually Are (and Aren't) 07:20 — How to Know You're Operating in Your Zone of Genius 09:42 — Why Your Real Strengths Are So Hard to See 18:51 — Why Taking Your Strengths Seriously Changes Everything 23:35 — How Betsy Used Her Strengths to Pivot Her Business 28:18 — Why Your Strengths Are Your True Differentiator 30:42 — How to Mine and Monetize Your Best Strengths 37:32 — Final Reflection + Action Steps Next Steps: Pay attention – to your best days at work, to the compliments you below off Take seriously what you uncover And of course, work with me to help you package your strengths, along with your expertise and passion into a brand strategy that positions you for the clients and opportunities you're ready for. Book a call and let's chat. Other episodes you may enjoy: How to Use AI Without It Running The Show with Tamra Cajo To AI or Not to AI: The Question is When Not If Too Many Business Ideas? 5 Steps to Find Your Focus Consulting and Coaching in The Messy Middle How to Become a Confident Speaker with Dr. Christina Madison Do You Love Consulting or Coaching but Hate Marketing? About the host: Betsy Jordyn is a business mentor, brand messaging strategist, and former Disney consultant who helps purpose-driven consultants and coaches build profitable businesses rooted in their unique strengths. With over 20 years in the industry and a knack for turning big ideas into clear positioning, she's your go-to for strategy that aligns with your calling. Work with me: https://www.betsyjordyn.com/services

How much of your working week are you spending on things you're genuinely great at, and how much is quietly draining you? In this episode, Helen and Sarah borrow brilliance from Gay Hendricks' Zone of Genius framework, sparked by Emma Grede's book Start With Yourself, and turn it into one of the most practically useful exercises they've tried in a while. They work through all 4 zones live, competence, incompetence, excellence, and genius, sharing their own honest examples (including payroll, passive meetings, and branding). Then Helen shares a surprisingly simple way to use AI to analyse your diary and find out exactly how your time is really being spent. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Post-it® Brand. If today's episode sparked an idea, stick it down. Find out where to buy Post-it® products at go.3M.com/squiggly

What if the brain that made you feel like you never quite fit — the one that means you always carry 5 jobs even though technically you only have one,  the brain that got bored the moment something stopped being challenging, and that saw the whole system when everyone else wanted you to stay in your lane — turned out to be exactly what the AI era needs? That's not a hypothetical. That's Noe Ramos. And it might just be you too.  Noe is Vice President of AI Operations at Agiloft, where she leads the kind of AI transformation that actually works — not the kind that chases efficiency and calls it progress, but the kind that asks what humans need to thrive in a world increasingly shaped by these tools. Noe has spent 23 years being, in her own words, excellent at jobs that were never quite designed for her brain. And it wasn't until she found the right environment, understood her neurodivergence, and stopped filtering out the parts of herself that made her different that everything clicked. In this episode we talk self-awareness as a leadership tool, what it means to build a culture of genuine psychological safety, and why AI transformation is only as good as the humans at the center of it. What we cover: ⏹  23 years being excellent at jobs never designed for her brain — and what changed ⏹  Systems thinking: what it really means, why women are discouraged from doing it, and how to keep doing it anyway ⏹  Finding the right environment — how Noe figured out what she actually needed and how to diagnose it in a company ⏹  Neurodivergence as a leadership superpower in the AI era ⏹  What authentic leadership really looks like when you've spent a career masking ⏹  Psychological safety: how showing up humanly as a leader creates a ripple effect through your whole team ⏹  Agiloft's human-first AI transformation approach — upskilling people existentially, not just technically ⏹  Role-based vs function-based thinking: why the shift matters for AI adoption ⏹  Visibility vs indispensability — and why being essential at the wrong level is a career trap ⏹  The worst piece of advice Noe was ever given — and the subtlety inside it ⏹  AI as a mirror: what are you bringing to the tool? **Useful links** Connect with today's guest and sponsor, Noe Ramos at Agiloft: ⏹  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/noeramos  ⏹  Agiloft: agiloft.com   Book a strategy call with Toni: tonicollis.com/lets-chat/    This episode was sponsored by our guest, Noe Ramos. Thank you Noe and Agiloft for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!  

Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What does it actually take to walk away from a $450K career, build something meaningful, and perform at the highest level without burning out? In this episode of the Unemployable Podcast, host Jeff Dudan sits down with high performance coach Kristy Kuhl - former medical sales executive turned executive coach, speaker, and host of the Keep Rising Podcast. Kristy shares the exact moment Tony Robbins' phrase 'success without fulfillment' changed her life, why she Googled the word 'fulfillment' under a conference table, and how she walked away from a $450,000 income with no plan, no website, and no business cards - and built a thriving coaching practice from scratch. Together Jeff and Kristy unpack the most important frameworks for high performance, including: ✅ The Personal & Professional Scorecard system for daily clarity and decision-making ✅ Why 80% of coaching clients are working on the wrong problem entirely ✅ The Zone of Genius framework and how it eliminates burnout ✅ Why your environment is either fueling or draining your performance ✅ The 'Chicken List' strategy for doing your hardest calls at peak physiology ✅ What a death doula's research on 2,000 deaths reveals about regret and action ✅ How masterminds and peer rooms compress 12 years of learning into 12 hours ✅ The single trait that separates top 5% performers from everyone else ✅ Why radical honesty with yourself is the foundation of every business breakthrough ✅ How to use Human Design to understand how you make decisions Whether you're a franchise owner scaling your business, a corporate executive considering a leap, or an entrepreneur trying to get out of your own way - this conversation is packed with honest, actionable insight that will shift how you think about success, fulfillment, and performance.  Guest: Kristy Kuhl  Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristy_kuhl  Guest Website: https://kristykuhl.com/  Guest Socials: https://www.instagram.com/kristy_kuhl/  #HighPerformance #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #FranchiseBusiness #LifeCoaching #PersonalDevelopment #UnemployablePodcast #KeepRising Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What does it actually take to walk away from a $450K career, build something meaningful, and perform at the highest level without burning out? In this episode of the Unemployable Podcast, host Jeff Dudan sits down with high performance coach Kristy Kuhl - former medical sales executive turned executive coach, speaker, and host of the Keep Rising Podcast. Kristy shares the exact moment Tony Robbins' phrase 'success without fulfillment' changed her life, why she Googled the word 'fulfillment' under a conference table, and how she walked away from a $450,000 income with no plan, no website, and no business cards - and built a thriving coaching practice from scratch. Together Jeff and Kristy unpack the most important frameworks for high performance, including: ✅ The Personal & Professional Scorecard system for daily clarity and decision-making ✅ Why 80% of coaching clients are working on the wrong problem entirely ✅ The Zone of Genius framework and how it eliminates burnout ✅ Why your environment is either fueling or draining your performance ✅ The 'Chicken List' strategy for doing your hardest calls at peak physiology ✅ What a death doula's research on 2,000 deaths reveals about regret and action ✅ How masterminds and peer rooms compress 12 years of learning into 12 hours ✅ The single trait that separates top 5% performers from everyone else ✅ Why radical honesty with yourself is the foundation of every business breakthrough ✅ How to use Human Design to understand how you make decisions Whether you're a franchise owner scaling your business, a corporate executive considering a leap, or an entrepreneur trying to get out of your own way - this conversation is packed with honest, actionable insight that will shift how you think about success, fulfillment, and performance.  Guest: Kristy Kuhl  Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristy_kuhl  Guest Website: https://kristykuhl.com/  Guest Socials: https://www.instagram.com/kristy_kuhl/  #HighPerformance #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #FranchiseBusiness #LifeCoaching #PersonalDevelopment #UnemployablePodcast #KeepRising Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 218: Automate Your Lead Generation with our FREE online course: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/auto-leads-course-freeAs a solopreneur, every challenge forces the same exhausting question: do I figure this out myself, buy a course, hire a coach, or outsource it? Making the wrong call costs you time, money, and momentum - and most online business owners are guessing.In this episode, Allie Jones teaches us how to build a decision-making framework around self-awareness, starting with understanding your own strengths and working genius, how to identify when a coach is genuinely worth the investment, and how to hire in ways that complement your skills so you can focus on what grows your business.About Allie Jones: Allie is a leadership coach and certified Working Genius facilitator who helps people lead themselves, their teams, and their work with clarity, intentionality, and effectiveness. Through her coaching practice, Allie Jones Consulting, she equips leaders to understand how they're wired to work—and how to align their roles, rhythms, and relationships accordingly. Her approach blends strategy with self-awareness, helping clients build momentum without burning out.Grab the Working Genius Toolkit: https://workinggeniustoolkit.com/Connect with Allie:https://www.alliejonesconsulting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alliejonesconsulting https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-s-jones/ https://www.facebook.com/alliejonesconsulting/ https://substack.com/@alliejonesconsultingWant to SCALE your online business bigger and faster without the endless hustle of networking, referrals, and pumping out content that nobody sees?Grab our Ultimate Ad Script for Coaches, Agencies, and Course Creators.Learn the exact 5-step script we teach our clients that allows them to generate targeted, high-quality leads at ultra-low cost, so you can land paying customers and clients without breaking the bank on ad spend.Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerX (Twitter): https://x.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Gay Hendricks reveals how hidden fears and limiting beliefs can hold you back from your highest potential. By recognizing and breaking through these internal barriers, you can stop self-sabotaging and step fully into your “zone of genius,” where your true purpose, passion, and success come alive.Want Ad-Free Episodes? Join QOD Club and hear zero ads inside our Circle community. Plus, book clubs, mentorship calls, weekly business trainings, and new likeminded friends. Get started for only $9.Source: Dr. Gay Hendricks on Taking the Big Leap into Your Zone of GeniusHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'd love to hear from you 'text the show'WelcomeWelcome back to Treat Your Business. I'm recording this straight after a coaching session with our Ascend members, and I felt called to share something that can change how you approach growth. Today, I'm talking about the difference between fear and courage, and why courage is the real turning point when you want to level up.Episode SummaryIn this episode, I break down Dan Sullivan's Four Cs model and explain why confidence is not the starting point. The process begins with commitment, then requires courage, which creates capability, and only then produces confidence. I share why procrastination and paralysis are often forms of courage avoidance, and how leaning into discomfort is the fastest way to create new skills, innovation, and results.Key TakeawaysFear is normal. Courage is taking action even when you feel afraid.There are only two options, courage or courage avoidance. Avoidance often looks like procrastination, paralysis, or busywork.Confidence is not what you need first. Confidence is the outcome of commitment, courage, and capability.The Four Cs model:Commitment: decide on a specific, measurable result by a specific dateCourage: take action before you feel readyCapability: build the skills by doing the workConfidence: the byproduct of the first three stagesStrong commitments and clear deadlines shorten the uncomfortable courage phase.Innovation comes from being committed and then figuring it out in the pressure of real action.If you keep playing it safe, you only get the same results you have already achieved.Resource / LinksDan Sullivan, The Four Cs model: Commitment, Courage, Capability, ConfidenceWhat have you been avoiding because you are waiting to feel confident first? I'd love to hear what you are committing to this week. Send me a DM on Instagram or Facebook, or message me if you have my details. Whatever your day has in store, just commit, just decide, and I'll see you next week.Treat Your Business podcast is proudly sponsored by MBST, the groundbreaking technology revolutionising recovery and rehabilitation. Offering a non-invasive, drug-free solution for musculoskeletal conditions and nerve injuries, MBST works at a cellular level to stimulate regeneration. Expand your services and deliver long-term patient improvements without increasing your workload.Learn more at mbstmedical.co.uk.  Resources & Links:Subscribe to our Channel on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivebizcoach?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://Thrive-businesscoaching.com  

In this episode of the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast, originally broadcast in January 2023, I am joined by Betsy Kauffman. Betsy is a globally recognized Leadership and Organizational Agility Consultant with more than 20 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies. Betsy helps companies solve the big problems keeping them from achieving agility, collaboration, alignment, and innovation. Tune in to learn about Betsy's entrepreneurial journey from starting her business to surviving the pandemic. In This Episode: [01:00] Betsy shares her background. [07:00] Entrepreneur life & Investing all your energy into your business. [11:07] Pivotal moments in Betsy's life & career. [17:00] Embracing change and being clear with clients about what you offer. [27:00] Decide what you want to focus on offering to your clients. Key Takeaways: Invest all of your energy into the business and really be clear on who you are and what you offer. Being an entrepreneur and owning your own company will always come with some fear and uncertainty, but believing in yourself and pushing through is key to your success. Creating boundaries for what you can do and seeing that plan through is healthy and builds a solid relationship with clients. Quotes: "Anytime you venture into something new there's fear. So, you have to decide, how much do I let the fear talk to me, how much do I let it go, tamp it down and move forward." - Betsy Kauffman "Instead of thinking about running away from your business, why don't you run towards your business?" - Jessica Fearnley Useful Links Betsy: Cross Impact Coaching Cross Impact Coaching LinkedIn Jessica: Buy Jessica's book, Too Much, on Amazon Get in touch with Jessica to discuss your consulting business Leave a rating and review for the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn Guest Bio: Betsy Kauffman is a globally recognized Leadership and Organizational Agility Consultant with more than 20 years of experience working in Fortune 500 companies. Her company, Cross Impact Coaching, is an Organizational Design Firm focused on working with companies to help them solve the big problems impeding them from achieving agility, collaboration, alignment, and innovation. Her TED Talk has over 1.5 million views.

If you are spending hours on tasks someone else could handle for $25 an hour, you are not saving money. You are losing it. In this episode, Ashley Diana, founder of Rich Stylist Academy and Destination Hair Extensions, breaks down exactly when to hire, who to hire first, and how to build a team around your hair extension business so you can focus on the high-value work that actually grows your income. Most hair extension stylists wait too long to get help. They try to do their own social media, answer every DM, manage inventory, and handle scheduling while also doing the skilled service work that only they can do. Ashley explains why this approach caps your income and how even a single part-time hire can free up 10 or more hours per week for revenue-generating activities. Inside this episode, Ashley covers: The income threshold where hiring becomes essential, not optional, for hair extension stylists. Who to hire first: virtual assistant, social media manager, or salon assistant, and why the answer depends on your specific bottleneck. How to delegate without losing quality or control over your brand. The real math behind hiring: why paying someone $25 per hour to handle admin work frees you to earn $150 or more per hour behind the chair. When should a hair extension stylist hire their first employee? Ashley recommends hiring when you are consistently booked out two or more weeks and turning away revenue because you lack capacity. At that point, the cost of not hiring exceeds the cost of bringing someone on. What should a hair extension stylist delegate first? Start with the tasks that eat the most time but require the least specialized skill: appointment confirmations, inventory tracking, social media scheduling, and email responses. Ashley walks through a 15-minute audit you can do today to identify your biggest time leaks. How do I build a team for my salon business in 2026? Ashley outlines a phased hiring approach: start with a virtual assistant for admin and scheduling (5 to 10 hours per week), then add a social media manager or content assistant, and eventually bring on a junior stylist or salon assistant. She explains how to structure each role so it pays for itself within the first month. Ashley Diana has coached hundreds of hair extension professionals through Rich Stylist Academy and scaled her own business, including Destination Hair Extensions, by building systems and teams that allow her to focus on strategy, education, and the work she does best. Her hiring advice is drawn from real experience, not theory. DM @missashleyhair on Instagram or visit richstylist.com. Message me on Instagram @missashleyhair Resources: Become the Highest Paid Hair Extension Pro in Your City: https://richstylist.com Low-Investment, High Impact 90-Day Coaching Program: https://richstylist.com/level-up The #1 Salon Software for Hair Pros: https://hairproappointments.com Curated Daily Content Ideas & Trends for Hair Pros: https://contentcalendarforhairpros.com Shop my Luxury Hair Extension Line: https://destinationhairextensions.com Launch your Own Brand of Hair Extensions: https://richstylist.com/brand-launch Boost Your SEO & Showcase Your Education: https://www.certifiedhairpro.com/ More Clients, Less Posting $27 Mini Course: https://richstylist.com/more-clients

Most women in digital can do the work. The harder part is explaining it in a way that actually lands — with the right clients, in the right rooms, at the right price.That's the problem host Amy Vaughan tackles in this week's episode of The Power Lounge with guest Orly Zeewy, author and self-described "facilitator of light bulb moments." Orly has spent years helping women entrepreneurs cut through the noise of their own messaging — not by adding more to it, but by stripping it down to what clients actually need to hear.In this conversation, they get into why so many women default to underselling themselves, how to identify your zone of genius and communicate it with confidence, and what a LinkedIn profile needs to do in the 7 seconds before someone decides to keep scrolling. Orly also speaks frankly about pricing — why women consistently undercharge, how brain science plays into it, and what it costs the women who come after you when you do.If your messaging feels scattered, your LinkedIn feels like everyone else's, or you're not charging what your work is worth, this episode gives you a clear place to start.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:10 - "Clarifying Your Digital Brand"06:40 - Defining Your Zone of Genius08:53 - Zone of Genius vs Competency12:12 - LinkedIn Profile Mistakes17:20 - "Crafting a Targeted LinkedIn Pitch"19:46 - "Discovering Your True Gift"24:47 - LinkedIn Strategy for Transitioning Careers27:05 - "Women, Money, and Mindset"31:48 - Confidently Owning Your Worth32:34 - Educate Clients for Better Value37:48 - "Power Pose and Perception"42:03 - "Targeting Startups for Team Success"43:27 - Masterclass: Luxury Language for Women46:37 - "Ask, Give, Grow Philosophy"48:59 - "Join Together Digital Community"49:20 - OutroQuotes:Amy Vaughan:"We have to fall in love with the problems we're trying to solve, not just the solutions. When you show up to help and uplift, your brilliance becomes impossible to ignore."Orly Zeewy:“Messaging is simply sharing the real value you bring and the problems you solve. If it's true, it isn't bragging.”Key Takeaways:Messaging Is a Mindset—Not a MegaphoneZone of Genius > Zone of CompetencyFirst Impressions on LinkedIn MatterTransformation, Not ExplanationDon't Go It Alone—Ask for Outside PerspectiveRaise the Bar—And Your PricesCommunity & Coaching Change EverythingEmbrace the “Why Not Me?Connect with the guest Orly Zeewy:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlyzeewy/Website: https://zeewybrands.com/elevate-your-brand/Purchase Orly's book: https://bit.ly/readylaunchbrand%20The Clarity Hour:This is a monthly event by Orly Zeewy. If you're feeling fuzzy about your messaging and want to learn how to get clear, here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_PFctwRZRN6MK24ttI28rg#/registrationConnect with the host Amy Vaughan:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/amypvaughanPodcast: https://www.togetherindigital.com/podcast/Learn more about Together Digital and consider joining the movement by visiting Home - Together DigitalProduced by Heartcast Media: http://www.heartcastmedia.comSupport the show

Physician burnout is often discussed, but rarely explained clearly. In this White Coat Investor interview, we're joined by Rutherford Pascal, a leadership coach who works closely with physicians. The conversation explores why burnout happens, why traditional fixes often fall short, and how concepts like deliberate rest, autonomy, and leadership skills play a meaningful role in long-term career sustainability. Rather than focusing on surface-level solutions, this discussion looks at structural and personal factors that influence physician well-being—especially for doctors navigating demanding clinical environments. Today's episode is brought to us by SoFi, the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that's where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you're still in residency. And if you're already out of residency, SoFi's got you covered there too. For more information, go to https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/Sofi SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor Podcast launched in January 2017, and since then, millions have downloaded it. Join your fellow physicians and other high income professionals and subscribe today! Host, Dr. Jim Dahle, is a practicing emergency physician and founder of The White Coat Investor blog. Like the blog, The White Coat Investor Podcast is dedicated to educating medical students, residents, physicians, dentists, and similar high-income professionals about personal finance and building wealth, so they can ultimately be their own financial advisor-or at least know enough to not get ripped off by a financial advisor. We tackle the hard topics like the best ways to pay off student loans, how to create your own personal financial plan, retirement planning, how to save money, investing in real estate, side hustles, and how everyone can be a millionaire by living WCI principles. Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewhitecoatinvestor  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter 

In deze aflevering van CEO van mijn leven vertelt Jeroen Van Hautte, computerwetenschapper en CTO van TechWolf, hoe een hackathon bij Belfius de vonk was voor wat nu een Belgisch AI-succesverhaal is. TechWolf helpt grote bedrijven met tienduizenden werknemers om hun mensen te begrijpen op basis van skills, niet alleen jobtitels — en doet dat met de werknemer in het midden, niet als Big Brother. Jeroen legt uit waarom hij de academische carrière in Cambridge liet voor het ondernemerschap, hoe de "zone of genius" filosofie diep in TechWolf's cultuur zit, en waarom transparantie en open source publicaties essentieel zijn voor verantwoorde AI. Hij deelt ook de realiteit van €500 per maand verdienen als founder, de uitdaging om als CTO los te laten, en waarom hij funding ziet als het geven van opties aan het bedrijf. Daarnaast gaat het gesprek over de snelheid van AI-transformatie, waarom één ethical officer geen oplossing is, en hoe Jeroen met slechts drie grote prioriteiten in zijn leven bewust kiest voor diepgang boven breedte. Trends is een podcastkanaal van de redactie van Trends. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#117.Josh sits down with Elizabeth Tilton, founder and CEO of Oyster Sunday and OS Benefits. They discuss the critical need for independent restaurants to have the same purchasing power as large corporate groups. Elizabeth shares her journey from being a chocolatier and pastry chef to building a corporate office for independent operators. They discuss the launch of OS Benefits which provides zero deductible health insurance for the hospitality industry. They also explore the concept of scaling a business without adding locations and how Elizabeth views her dyslexia as a superpower in pattern matching. The episode concludes with a look at her time with Noma Projects and her favorite dining spots in New Orleans.Links and resources

Send us a textSeason 6 Episode #3 James Brett is coming from North of Sydney, Australia (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find James via his website oasis-within.com.auJames guides leaders and professionals towards harmony, insight and purposeful action. He supports those navigating their biggest challenges and helps them turn adversity into clarity by reconnecting with their core strength. James's approach bridges ancient wisdom, modern practice, and grounded presence, guiding individuals and groups to discover what truly matters, bringing the mind and body into aligned action. James's journey has been about developing an understanding that the deepest leadership doesn't come from pushing harder, it comes from stepping into your zone of genius and bringing the zone out in others. Before stepping onto his path of transformational work, James spent years in the corporate world, thriving in sales, training, and consulting. Now, he brings that lived experience to help ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers find success that nourishes rather than depletes. James is passionate about the power of full presence, deep listening and heart centered action and how these will transform leadership, relationships, wellbeing and our planet.James, thanks for having the courage to look deeply at your life, process it, reflect on it, learn from it and eventually, create processes that allow you to transform your life and the lives of the people you serve.   Thanks for being our guest and welcome to the show.TOTD – “May I become at all times, both now and forever A protector of those without protection.  A guide for those who have lost their way.  A ship for those with oceans to cross. A bridge for those with rivers to cross. A sanctuary for those in danger. A lamp for those without light.”                                               ShantidevaBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose!In this episode:What was life like growing up?  Originally from the UK?Know you have a diverse background in sales…and perhaps had your target on a financial goal vs. spiritual goal…was there something that triggered this change…What ways/practices do you recommend for seeking YOUR TRUTH?Seeking peaceThe impact of our state of being as a role model….our presence as a guide…To take people on a journey you need to minimize the distance you create with your language…wow….less is more…Deep listening…to understand where people are and where they are comfortable in going…if island A is this…what would island B look like… how do we move toward a different island should you choose…Being safe and being ready to explore life… the importance of preparation…Dealing with change and thriving in transitionFrom your website – “Release what is no longer serving, restore your vitality, and rise with power and authenticity to meet what's next.”Tools to use when in the center of life's storm?An holistic approach to life…how did you develop it?Nature and the benefits of exploring life with nature as an essential ingredient…Work-life harmonyCurrently practicing DAOISM…The Way, Yin and Yang, Three Treasures, Meditation and Breathwork, Qigong, Feng Shui…What is spiritual resilience…practices of the present…being here now…Books you recommend?Going thru and EGO DEATH… what was that experience like…Letting go vs. living a life of wanting to control everything…Legacy  

Why does hiring feel impossibly broken right now? And why are some pet businesses thriving with amazing teams while others can't keep anyone for more than a few months? Meet Pet Boss client Morgan Weber - a recovering Chief Everything Officer who runs both a 13-year pet sitting company AND a growing pet supply store. She went from burned out and constantly hiring to building teams that actually stay - with a thriving culture where people want to work. In this episode, she shares exactly how she made that turnaround and helps you navigate the shrinking workforce, culture over compensation, and what smart businesses are doing differently. She shares: ⭐️ Her "recovering Chief Everything Officer" mindset shift ⭐️ How to identify what you're good at vs. what your business needs ⭐️ How to hire for personality traits that match your business reality Plus the truth you need to hear: Hard work doesn't equal success. If it did, we'd all be bajillionaires. You don't need to work harder - you need to work differently and shift where your effort is happening. ABOUT MORGAN WEBER Owner of Lucky Pup Adventures & Woofs and Waves Pet Supplies Morgan Weber is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, and recovering Chief Everything Officer. She helps business owners step out of the weeds to think, plan, and lead like a CEO, building businesses that thrive while supporting their own full and happy life. With over 13 years running Lucky Pup Adventures (a pet sitting company) and now also scaling Woofs and Waves Pet Supplies (a 10-year-old pet supply store in Sioux Falls, South Dakota), Morgan loves to blend real-world experience and actionable frameworks to help pet business owners define success on their own terms. She also runs Memory Flame Candle Company (a passion project honoring pet loss) and coaches pet business owners through the challenges of hiring, leadership, and building businesses they actually enjoy. Transcript Show Notes Join Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything "right" in your career, but something still feels off? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics — your Zone of Genius. This is where your natural strengths, passions, and most meaningful contributions come together, and discovering it can bring a whole new sense of clarity, energy, and joy to your work. I'll walk you through the four zones we typically operate in and explain why the Zone of Excellence, while often rewarding, can also leave you feeling stuck or unfulfilled. I'm also sharing real examples from physicians who found compelling new directions by leaning into their Zone of Genius.  If you're at the crossroads, this episode is here to help you start moving toward more purpose and alignment in your next chapter. In this episode we're talking about: What your Zone of Genius is and how to start identifying it The common trap of staying in your Zone of Excellence Why external success doesn't always equal personal fulfillment What intrinsic rewards are and why they matter Inspiring stories from physicians who leaned into their genius A simple framework to help uncover your personality, top skills, and ideal impact Reflective questions to help you reconnect with what energizes you Links for this episode: Book recommendations: The Genius Zone: The Breakthrough Process to End Negative Thinking and Live in True Creativity by Gay Hendricks The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level―A Transformative Guide to Overcoming Fears and False Beliefs for Personal Growth and Success by Gay Hendricks Curious about your Enneagram type? The Enneagram is one of my favorite tools for helping clients better understand their strengths, motivations, and unique patterns — especially when you're exploring your Zone of Genius. I recommend the RHETI test from The Enneagram Institute. It's the most accurate version I've found and the one I use in my own coaching work. The test costs $20 and takes about 40 minutes to complete. If you're ready to gain deeper insight into what truly drives you, you can get started here: www.enneagraminstitute.com/get-started-with-enneagram-tests We're continuing our podcast-sharing contest through January!Just share the podcast with two people you haven't shared it with before, then email us: the episode(s) you shared, and the initials (or another identifier) of the two people That's it. Email team@doctorscrossing.com, and we'll send your prize. People are loving it because it's customizable and genuinely useful—this really is a contest you can't lose Thank you for listening!

Find the FULL TRANSCRIPT and other resources for coaches at ProsperousCoach.com/368.Coach, what's your zone of genius?Many coaches will say it's being a good listener or being able to hear more than what's said.Those are highly valuable skills and quite common in coaches.What I'm talking about is a unique talent that, like a fingerprint, becomes central to your brand.It might be a method that's all yours. An unusual or rare expertise. A brain child.Don't worry if you don't know yours yet.It takes time to unfold and awareness to notice.As your coaching business grows and you serve many clients, your zone of genius may suddenly bloom.And you leverage it. Have fun with it. Allow it to mature you as a business owner and coach.***My zone of genius is recognizing coaches' zones of genius.Let's talk about how you can be open to yours!I'd love to hear from you. Stay inspired and make things happen! - Rhonda Hess, Prosperous Coach Rhonda Hess helps new coaches leverage their zone of genius into a profitable coaching niche and launch with confidence. For VIP step-by-step support apply for Rhonda's VIP Coaching Business Breakthrough Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you a discovery call. Or if you're stuck on your coaching niche, grab a Nail Your Niche Strategy Session with Rhonda here.

Send us a textWhat if losing your job could lead to the creation of a thriving business and a nonprofit dedicated to tech education? Felicia Hatcher, is a dynamic force in the tech world. Felicia recounts her inspiring journey from working at top-tier companies like Sony and Nintendo to launching a gourmet popsicle company after an unexpected job loss. Failure isn't a dead-end—it's a stepping stone to innovation. In this episode, we dig deep into the concept of failure, challenging traditional views and emphasizing its essential role in discovering new methods and ideas. Felicia and I explore how cultural expectations shape our perceptions of success and failure and discuss how technology now allows for safer experimentation. Even in failure, valuable knowledge is gained, driving home the point that success is a long game with multiple paths. This conversation is a profound reminder that setbacks can be transformative and pave the way for groundbreaking innovations.Find your zone of genius and overcome imposter syndrome with actionable strategies. Felicia and I discuss how focusing on your strengths can lead to ultimate fulfillment and legacy work. Key insights from Gay Hendricks' book "The Big Leap" are explored, shedding light on how to live and work at your highest potential. Learn about the importance of cultivating a supportive community, owning your accomplishments, and confidently sharing your expertise. Felicia's experiences offer a powerful testament to the importance of embracing excellence and unleashing your full potential, ensuring that your hard work and qualifications are recognized and rewarded. Subscribe to the Newsletter Support How to Support Carry On Friends Donate: If you believe in our mission and want to help amplify Caribbean voices, consider making a donation. Get Merch: Support Carry On Friends by purchasing merchandise from our store. Connect with @carryonfriends - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube A Breadfruit Media Production

Amina Altai is an acclaimed coach, healer, best-selling author, and purpose whisperer who has transformed burnout into brilliance and career chaos into conscious clarity. With clients ranging from executives at Google and Deloitte to leaders across industries, she's redefining what success looks like for mission-driven individuals. Amina's work centers on the intersection of body, mind, and career, and her latest book, The Ambition Trap, dives deep into healing our relationship with ambition and fostering purposeful success. Passionate about justice, equity, and helping others live into the fullness of their experience, she's a powerful advocate for breaking systemic barriers and nurturing authentic careers. Takeaways: Purposeful vs. Painful Ambition: Ambition isn't inherently bad—Amina distinguishes between painful ambition, driven by our core wounds, and purposeful ambition, which is rooted in our truth and wholeness. Interconnection of Body, Mind, and Career: True success isn't just career achievements—it's about aligning your work, values, and well-being, allowing space for cycles of growth and restoration. Zone of Genius is for Everyone: Every person has a zone of genius. When organizations and individuals tap into these innate strengths rather than focusing on relentless urgency, both burnout decreases and performance soars. Sound Bites: "Ambition is just a desire for growth or a wish for more life—and that's inherent in every living thing on the planet, from our human babies to our plant babies." “There are times in our lives where we need new roots. So it feels like a burning down, but it's actually a rebuilding.” “Success should include your body being well…that should be each of our birthrights.” Connect & Discover Amina: Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai LinkedIn: @aminaaltai Podcast: Amina Change Your Life TikTok: @theaminaaltai Book: The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living

Amina Altai is an acclaimed coach, healer, best-selling author, and purpose whisperer who has transformed burnout into brilliance and career chaos into conscious clarity. With clients ranging from executives at Google and Deloitte to leaders across industries, she's redefining what success looks like for mission-driven individuals. Amina's work centers on the intersection of body, mind, and career, and her latest book, The Ambition Trap, dives deep into healing our relationship with ambition and fostering purposeful success. Passionate about justice, equity, and helping others live into the fullness of their experience, she's a powerful advocate for breaking systemic barriers and nurturing authentic careers. Takeaways: Purposeful vs. Painful Ambition: Ambition isn't inherently bad—Amina distinguishes between painful ambition, driven by our core wounds, and purposeful ambition, which is rooted in our truth and wholeness. Interconnection of Body, Mind, and Career: True success isn't just career achievements—it's about aligning your work, values, and well-being, allowing space for cycles of growth and restoration. Zone of Genius is for Everyone: Every person has a zone of genius. When organizations and individuals tap into these innate strengths rather than focusing on relentless urgency, both burnout decreases and performance soars. Sound Bites: "Ambition is just a desire for growth or a wish for more life—and that's inherent in every living thing on the planet, from our human babies to our plant babies." “There are times in our lives where we need new roots. So it feels like a burning down, but it's actually a rebuilding.” “Success should include your body being well…that should be each of our birthrights.” Connect & Discover Amina: Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai LinkedIn: @aminaaltai Podcast: Amina Change Your Life TikTok: @theaminaaltai Book: The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living

Send us a textJoin us and explore how mission-driven leaders can show up online without feeling salesy by reframing visibility as service. Lady Boss, Victoria Odekomaya shares practical systems for sustainable content, team collaboration, analytics that matter, and why authentic video beats polish.• reframing self-promotion as service to others• using content to show transformation and build trust• focusing on a clear audience and their language• reducing burnout with lanes, systems and delegation• elevating team voices to reflect the mission• setting goals before analytics and measuring what matters• engaging comments to grow thought leadership and reach• choosing formats by platform intent and repurposing• embracing video, strong hooks and bullet-point outlines• targeting the right viewers over vanity metricsFind out more about Victoria and the good work she does @ www.thelimstudios.comOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaodekomaya/  and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limstudios/Support the showBelemLeaders–Your organization's trusted partner for leader and team development. Visit our website to connect: belemleaders.org or book a discovery call today! belem.as.me/discoveryUntil next time, keep doing great things!

In this expansive and energizing conversation, Tonya and holistic business strategist Abbi Miller dive deeply into the concept of the Zone of Genius or as Abbi calls it, the Zone of Aliveness. Together, they explore the embodied, intuitive, and often nonlinear journey of discovering the work that makes us feel most alive, the traps that lead to burnout, and the practices that sustain creativity over the long term. Abbi shares her personal evolution from actress to yoga teacher to business strategist, breaks down the realities of wearing every hat as an entrepreneur, and offers grounded, practical tools for staying connected to your body, time, intuition, and boundaries.This episode is equal parts inspiring and actionable, filled with rituals, audits, cycle-syncing, and reflective questions to help listeners reconnect to their aliveness and create in a way that is sustainable, true, and distinctly their own.Topics Covered:Zone of Genius vs. the Zone of Aliveness and why “feeling alive” is often easier to recognize than feeling like a “genius.”The real relationship between burnout, creativity, and staying in the game long enough for your work to flourish.A four-step scope audit to prevent overwhelm and reclaim your time.How cycle syncing, somatic awareness, “body before biz,” and weekly audits help entrepreneurs stay aligned and energized.Why innovation often makes you feel like a “freak” and why being first, different, or unconventional is actually a sign you're on the right track.Connect with Abbi Miller:https://www.instagram.com/workwomb/?hl=enhttps://www.workwomb.com/podcasthttps://www.workwomb.com/Save 91% of a 1:1 System Spot Treat Session with Abbi!Check out Abbi's mastermind!Connect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on Instagram: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya's NewsletterRainbo.com@rainbomushroomsInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple's system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to info@rainbo.com Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We'll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We'll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

Do you ever catch yourself saying "I'm just good at planning" or "I just see the big picture"? If you're downplaying what comes naturally to you because it feels too easy, you're hiding the exact thing your ideal clients are desperately searching for.Most service providers think they need to offer everything, strategy, implementation, daily management, to be successful. But here's what actually happens: you end up burnt out, doing work you hate, and attracting clients who want all the things instead of the one thing you're brilliant at. In this episode, I'm breaking down why you keep talking yourself out of your zone of genius (what I call your unique magic), and exactly what to do about it so you can build a business around what you actually love.Key Points Covered:✨ Why the thing you're calling "just something" is actually your most valuable skill, and how to own it✨ The truth about industry labels and why you don't have to fit yourself into what an OBM or VA is "supposed" to do✨ How specializing in your zone of genius attracts premium clients who specifically want what you're brilliant at (plus a real client example) 

In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, Nicky sits down with Kimberly Spencer, founder of Crown Yourself and CEO of Communication Queens, for an honest conversation about what founders really need from their Executive Assistants. Kimberly shares her journey from Pilates instructor to screenwriter to entrepreneur, and how hiring her first EA completely changed the way she built and led her business.You'll hear Kimberly talk about learning to delegate, understanding your zone of genius, hiring for values rather than skills, and why radical ownership matters on both sides of the EA.founder partnership. She also shares how podcast guesting became a major part of her business strategy and references her book Make Every Podcast Want You.If you work with a visionary executive or support a founder who moves quickly, this conversation will give you practical insight into their mindset and how you can support them more effectively. The EA Campus

In this episode of the En Factor, we are excited to welcome Leslie Hassler, founder of Your Biz Rules, to the show. Leslie's journey to Your Biz Rules was not very linear, as she spent years working at an advertising agency before starting her first business, a residential design and construction company. After some time with this venture and realizing that what she was doing wasn't fulfilling to her, she pivoted into Your Biz Rules, which is where she used her passion for coaching and consulting other small business owners to help them scale their businesses. Through sharpening their entrepreneurial mindset and discovering the deepest understanding of themselves, combined with professional fractional C suite and consulting services, Leslie's team treats each client uniquely and helps them best align their personal strengths and superpowers with the goals of their business to achieve success in a way that's fulfilling to the business owner. Tune in and join Leslie and Dr. Rebecca White as you won't want to miss a moment of the amazing energy throughout this conversation with the two diving into topics including Leslie's mindset about giving up responsibility and confidently building a team around you, advice for scaling as a small business and as a service business, and how to view uncertainty as a constant and not as a fearful roadblock to your success. Leslie also kindly provided a special, custom link specifically for En Factor listeners to visit on her website! If you enjoy today's conversation and would like to connect with Leslie and Your Biz Rules, we would love for you to visit https://www.yourbizrules.com/enfactor/ . Key Words - Scaling Companies, Entrepreneurial Mindset

Ever feel like you're great at your job…but not alive doing it? Andrew Hasty dives into what it really means to operate in your zone of genius: that magical space where time flies, energy flows, and work actually feels fun. He unpacks the four zones from Gay Hendricks' "The Big Leap" (Incompetence, Competence, Excellence, and Genius) and reveals why so many leaders get stuck in the "good but not great" zone of excellence.

Drawing from both personal experience and the concepts introduced in Gay Hendricks’ book The Big Leap, Katie explores the four zones of work—incompetence, competence, excellence, and genius—and explains why so many people get stuck in the “zone of excellence,” where they’re skilled but not truly fulfilled.Katie shares practical strategies for finding your own zone of genius, and how doing so can transform not only your professional life but your leadership, relationships, and overall happiness. She also reveals how Toastmasters gave her the confidence and clarity to communicate her ideas more powerfully—and ultimately helped her make her own leap from engineering to entrepreneurship.Listen now and discover:The four zones of work: incompetence, competence, excellence, and geniusWhy the zone of excellence can hold you backHow to recognize and spend more time in your zone of geniusSteps to align your work with your passionsHow Toastmasters helped Katie unlock new dimensions of leadership and communicationKatie’s article, “Leading from Your Zone of Genius: Understanding Where You and Your Teammates Excel Makes Less Work of Work,” appears in the July 2025 issue of Toastmaster magazine.About Katie StoddartKatie Stoddart is the founder and CEO of The Focus Bee, a high-performance coaching organization dedicated to helping leaders and teams align with their purpose and perform at their best. She’s an award-winning transformative coach, leadership facilitator, and author of The Magic of Focus. Katie also hosts The Focus Bee Show, a top-ranked weekly podcast with over 300 episodes, where she interviews thought leaders and high performers from around the world.Katie lives in Stockholm, Sweden, and works globally to help individuals and organizations lead with alignment, purpose, and joy.Learn more at thefocusbee.com or connect with Katie by e-mail on LinkedIn.

[29:47] What if success wasn’t just about working harder‚Äîbut about working from your "Zone of Genius?" In this episode, Greg Gazin chats with Katie Stoddart, founder and CEO of The Focus Bee, about how to identify and lead from that sweet spot where your strengths and passions align.

[29:47] Discover how working from your strengths and passions can unlock clarity, boost performance, and bring more fulfillment to how you lead and live

Katie Hendricks, PhD, is known for helping people use their body’s innate intelligence. She shares some of her most powerful tools and teachings, including: Her fear-melters for when we get caught in fight, flee, freeze, or faint mode. How to play with your pace so that you’re able to get present, instead of just feeling at the effect of everything coming at you. The loop of awareness, which is a tool for shifting your attention and getting the nourishment of somebody else’s aliveness. Why she sorts life into two files every day. How to incrementally start spending more time in your zone of genius. And persona work. These are potent (and often fun) ways to, as Hendrick puts it, be filling your reservoir so that you don’t have to feel victim to overwhelm, or sacrifice yourself to the world. I’m including a lot in the show notes, including links to the movements for each fear-melter. You’ll find everything on my Substack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A candid business podcast for growth-minded leaders and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Josh Zolin. The truth about leadership, business, and becoming who you're meant to be. Episode 3 with Dr. Gay Hendricks (The Big Leap): We unpack the Upper Limit Problem and how to spot it in real time, then move into practical tools for living in your Zone of Genius. We cover the fears that trigger self-sabotage, the two questions that reveal your genius, excellence vs genius, how to handle worry thoughts, and why wonder is a leadership superpower. What you'll learn • Upper Limit Problem, in plain English • Four common fears underneath self-sabotage • Two questions to find your Zone of Genius • Zone of Excellence vs Zone of Genius • How to work with worry thoughts and control • Simple ways to befriend fear Guest: Dr. Gay Hendricks - author of 40+ books including The Big Leap; co-founder, The Hendricks Institute Listen on your favorite app Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Podcast page: https://www.blueisthenewwhite.com/podcast

If most of your week lives in competence—or worse, in weakness—everything slows down.

If you're a coach, service provider, or online business owner constantly asking: “Why isn't my content converting?” — you're in the right place. This episode shares five essential marketing shifts for those who are tired of the content hamster wheel and ready to simplify visibility while boosting real results.These shifts are especially helpful if you've asked:How do I simplify my content strategy?What's the best way to stay visible without burning out?Why isn't my audience engaging with my posts?Your marketing should be your most aligned, powerful asset for growing your business—without burning out.It's time to finally get results that reflect how powerful your work is.Here's what we get into:— Why you need to stop being your own content creator and start leading like the visionary you are— The shift from reactive posting to messaging that actually connects and converts— Why copying trends is killing your voice—and what to do instead— What most people get wrong about delegation (and how to find a true thought partner)— The marketing system that saves you hours while increasing connection + conversion

Welcome back to The Fearless Female Entrepreneur podcast! In this episode, I'm chatting with Kavitra Thilak, a content and marketing mentor who actually started out in architecture! We're diving into her journey and how she totally embraced big career changes without judging herself. Kavitra shares her inspiring wisdom on ditching societal expectations and building a business that genuinely feels good and aligned with who you are. We also get real about how fear and doubt can cloud our judgment, and why comparing ourselves to other entrepreneurs can seriously hold us back . We don't hold back on sharing our own struggles, pivots, and mindset shifts. We talk about the importance of trusting your gut, finding your unique voice, and figuring out what truly works for you in your business. My favorite part of this conversation is Kavitra's take on finding your "zone of genius" and how it takes effort and experimentation, and it definitely doesn't happen overnight. Finally, we are pulling back the veil on how those unspoken societal rules can influence us, and why shifting your mindset is a total game-changer for entrepreneurs.   I'm obsessed with this conversation and can't wait for you to listen in. Grab your favorite beverage, maybe open up your journal, and join us for this conversation!   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Kavitra: Instagram: @kavitrasocialbiz/ Threads: @kavitrasocialbiz Follow Katerina: Instagram: @Katerina.Kormas Website: www.katerinakormas.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Ready to Design Your Perfect-for-You Lifestyle and Business? Start here with the Freedom Lifestyle Designer—a free guided workbook to help you get clear on your vision and take your first intentional step. This workbook will guide you to create a lifstyle and business that fits your desire to for time, financial and creative freedom.  Ready to make a big transformation in your life, career and business? Let's jump on a complimentary 30 minute Momentum Call where we will chat about your big vision, what's holding you back, and create powerful, life changing next steps for you!  Did you hear something you loved today? Leave a review, so others know what to expect from the show! And don't forget to Subscribe so you receive the latest episodes right when they launch!

This episode of Money Tales is about the balancing act between time and money. Our guest, Lauren DiCerbo, watched her mom pause a career to raise kids—then start over as a temp to rebuild it. That experience shaped Lauren's approach when she faced the same fork in the road as a new mom during the pandemic. Instead of choosing between work and parenting, she built a consulting business that values flexibility over income. Lauren DiCerbo is the founder of Magenta Mountain, a consulting practice focused on fractional investor relations for fund managers and strategic operations for founders. She brings a thoughtful and pragmatic lens to her work, shaped by a career spanning alternative investments, institutional asset management, and early-stage fund operations. Lauren began her career in finance at a fund of funds investing in hedge funds and private equity, giving her foundational exposure to a wide range of managers, strategies, and investor expectations. Most recently, she served as Head of Investor Relations at a quantitative global equities fund, where she was a strategic partner to clients including family offices, foundations, pensions, and other institutional investors. She works with emerging and established managers across private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds—bringing a cross-functional perspective to investor relations and fund infrastructure. Earlier in her career, Lauren held client service and human resources roles at global firms, deepening her understanding of how organizations scale and operate effectively. Motivated by the challenge of building clarity, efficiency, and long-term relationships, she enjoys partnering with funds and founders to drive operational and strategic decision-making that enables growth. Lauren holds a BS in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University and currently serves as Co-Chair of 100 Women in Finance, Northern California—where she leads programming and community-building for women in the financial sector. Lauren lives in the Bay Area and enjoys hiking in the redwoods with her family.

Nicole is on vacation and will be back with our August transit episode on July 28th. In the meantime, we're going to be uploading some of our audience's favorite episodes for you to listen to while you wait.    To check out the Christmas in July Deals (available until July 23rd), head to nicolelaino.com/july   Today's episode delves into the concept of discovering your unique brilliance and zone of genius through the lens of human design. Building upon the previous episode about attracting your soulmate clients, Nicole explores how understanding your human design can help you uncover your true purpose and align your business with your innate strengths.   Throughout the episode, Nicole shares insights on how to identify your zone of genius and differentiate it from your Zone of Excellence, Zone of Competence, and Zone of Incompetence. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on your genius to create a business that not only feels aligned but also allows you to shine in your unique way. She will also share the common pitfalls of trying to build a business based on acquired skills alone, without considering how they fit into your overall purpose and genius.   You'll also learn how the incarnation cross and the conscious sun gate play crucial roles in revealing your life's work and the areas where you can make the greatest impact. Listen now to unlock the mysteries of discovering your Zone of Genius using Human Design.     Register for the upcoming free 5-day masterclass, The Authority Accelerator in HD: Create Your Million Dollar Message in 5 Days Using Human Design at nicolelaino.com/masterclass Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free. Click here to get your free chart. Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!  If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen!   Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.    Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me?Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

What if the very pursuit of success is sabotaging your potential for greatness? In this episode of Small Business Black Holes, host Alan Pentz explores the psychological paradox plaguing high-achieving entrepreneurs: why business owners—the "luckiest people in the world"—systematically abandon their greatest competitive advantage by imitating others instead of operating from their unique "Zone of Genius." Pentz reveals how the relentless chase for external validation through money, status, and conventional metrics creates a tragic cycle where successful founders build companies that drain rather than energize them, ultimately leading to burnout and purposeless exits. This isn't another productivity hack—it's a fundamental reimagining of entrepreneurial success through energy alignment and authentic self-expression. Discover why your greatest business asset isn't capital or connections, but your willingness to stop copying others and start designing organizations around what genuinely fuels your creativity and drive.

Ready to regain your confidence and clarity during divorce? Join Karen McMahon's High Conflict Divorce Support Group—a 6-session group coaching program designed to help you manage triggers, set boundaries, and take back control.  -- 2024 cracked me open. It was one of the hardest years I've lived through—personally and professionally. I felt misaligned with my values, burned out in my work, and disconnected from the joy and freedom I preach to others. But in the summer, I read The Big Leap, and something shifted. I started a year-long commitment to stepping into my Zone of Genius, facing my Upper Limit Problems head-on, and saying YES to what scared me most… and life hasn't been the same since. In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of my Big Leap year. I talk about dating again after a decade (gulp!), redefining fun, getting back on my bike (and maybe soon my rollerblades), losing 15 pounds not from restriction, but from celebrating myself differently. I share how I moved from wine on weekdays to novels on the beach, from overworking to letting my work flow from joy. I even caught myself starting arguments in my head—just to feed my old programming. The self-awareness has been wild...and so freeing. And yes, we talk business too. I had tantrums. I doubted. But I kept moving forward. I've reconnected with the why behind Journey Beyond Divorce, and am reimagining the how. I'm sharing what's lighting me up: podcasting, group programs, deep partnerships, and creating space for you to take your Big Leap too. This isn't just my story—it's an invitation for you to leap right alongside me. Resources Mentioned in this episode: Follow JBD on Instagram: @journey_beyond_divorce Book a Free Rapid Relief Call: http://rapidreliefcall.com    

Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista) takes you through an exercise to recalibrate and focus on his zone of genius. The zone of genius is work that you do that brings out the best version of yourself. Follow this super easy, super quick 3-step process to find your own zone of genius. — Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Gusto. Head to www.gusto.com/alex — Check Out Alex's Stuff: • storyarb - https://www.storyarb.com/ • growthpair - https://www.growthpair.com/ • distro - https://youdistro.com/  • X - https://x.com/businessbarista • Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lieberman/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: Journey of Self-Discovery, Entrepreneurship, Zone of Genius, Shedding Identities, Crafting a Life You Love with Aleks KonstantinovEpisode SummaryAdam speaks with Aleks Konstantinov about his journey from a conventional upbringing in Russia to becoming a global entrepreneur. Aleks shares insights on shedding identities, discovering one's zone of genius, and how to craft a fulfilling life through mindfulness and intentionality.Guest BioAleks Konstantinov is an entrepreneur and visual artist with a rich background in corporate, nonprofit, and startup environments. He has lived in eight countries and brings a wealth of experience in conscious living and personal growth to his work.Guest Contact InformationLinktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/integralevolutionMap of Quality of Life (pdf): https://ancient-william-0f8.notion.site/TOOLS-TO-ACTIVATE-POTENTIAL-IN-TEAMS-INDIVIDUALS-SYSTEMS-1ac81c75c2368044984dc46db5aa461cKey TakeawaysThe importance of understanding one's zone of genius and how it can lead to a more fulfilling life.Shedding external identities can be a powerful process in finding inner peace and authenticity.Mindfulness and presence are essential for improving the quality of life across various aspects.Entrepreneurship is not just about starting businesses; it's about creating opportunities and aligning projects with personal values.The journey of self-discovery is ongoing, and it's important to remain open to evolving one's understanding of purpose and passion.Following your excitement and enjoyment can lead to exponential growth and satisfaction in life.PS: Introducing the…

I'm so excited for you to hear this conversation with Amina AlTai. She's enthusiastic, warm, and wicked smart, and her work around ambition is deeply important. Amina is a holistic career coach and chronic illness advocate who helps leaders lead from their brilliance and truth. Her new book, The Ambition Trap, reframes what ambition means, and how it can be a tool for healing and wholeness instead of burnout and over-functioning. We discuss the two types of ambition: the kind rooted in purpose and values, and the kind that comes from pain, people-pleasing, and old wounds. Plus, Amina shares her own story about autoimmune diagnoses and near organ failure; and how they shaped the framework she now teaches.   As Amina says, “Ambition is the desire to grow,”and anything is possible with your ambition when it's coming from that place of purpose and wholeness. You'll hear us talk about: Ambition rooted in purpose vs. ambition driven by family or societal expectations (aka purposeful ambition vs. painful ambition) (6:13) Why overworking is often a systemic and economic issue, plus signs you're caught in the cycle and how to break free (10:25) What it means to live above the resentment line and how it applies to your professional life (12:56) The three E's of identifying your zone of genius: excellence, energy, and ease and how they help align your career with your true self (15:25) How to shift your perspective around the word ambition, especially if it's always felt a little uncomfortable (21:39) Practical strategies to prevent burnout while still pursuing your goals (24:08) The internalized beliefs that equate your worth with your work and how core belief and shadow work can help flip the script (32:53) Resources: Rythmia Retreat Andrea on Instagram @heyandreaowenMy Ketamine Therapy Journey secret podcast seriesAmina's websiteAmina's book, The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living Amina on Instagram @aminaaltaiThe Big Leap, Gay Hendricks Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome, Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey, Harvard Business Review Book recommendations:I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I've compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!   MSN is supported by:We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/ Episode link: https://andreaowen.com/680 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the power of staying in your zone of genius as a real estate investor. Reflecting on our own journeys, sharing lessons learned from missteps, and how identifying and leaning into our individual strengths has improved both profitability and lifestyle. The discussion highlights the importance of delegation, avoiding shiny object syndrome, and recognizing red flags—like spreading yourself too thin across multiple markets. We also emphasize the value of documenting your tasks to better understand where your time is best spent and how to build a team that supports your growth. With a strong focus on mindset and strategy, we want to remind listeners that investing in your time and surrounding yourself with the right people can make all the difference. Want more? Join our webinar on June 18 at 12pm CT to learn how we scaled our businesses to 70+ doors, without losing our sanity!This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity and focus in their real estate business. Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantGrab your seat for our webinar on June 18 - HURRY, seats are limited!Grab your spot in The WIIRE CommunityLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

In this transformative "welcome back" episode, Rachel shares the journey behind rebranding her podcast from The Rachel LaForce Show to Healing is Hilarious. Discover the inspiration and intention that led to this shift, reflecting a deeper commitment to exploring the intersection of humor and healing.Rachel delves into the "zone of genius," encouraging listeners to recognize and embrace their unique talents and passions. She discusses how our lives are calling us to engage with excellence, urging us to move beyond comfort zones and step into roles that align with our true selves.Tune in to explore how embracing your zone of genius can lead to profound personal growth and fulfillment. Rachel's candid storytelling and insightful reflections offer a roadmap for anyone ready to answer the call to live authentically and purposefully.PRODUCED BY Skewed Orbit StudiosIG: instagram.com/healhahapodYOUTUBE: youtube.com/@therachellaforceVISIT: rachellaforce.comSUPPORT THIS PODCAST AND LEAVE A REVIEW!

In this electrifying episode of That Entrepreneur Show, we welcome back visionary entrepreneur Ben Sever, whose journey from aspiring athlete to ecosystem catalyst is nothing short of inspiring. Ben shares how he reverse-engineered his path from 19 years old to launching one of Tampa's most anticipated tech ventures—a HIPAA-compliant enterprise engagement operating system backed by Ivy League institutions and developed in partnership with top-tier global firms like RaynaDev.Listeners will gain insights on:The importance of psychological safety and mentorship in identifying your zone of geniusHow to balance humility and ambition to become a relentless execution junkieThe foundational role of Tampa's startup ecosystem, from the Wave to the Loath CenterWhat it really takes to build something that outlives youBen's passion for impact, innovation, and people-first leadership radiates in every story, and his commitment to helping others see the greatness in themselves is exactly why That Entrepreneur Show remains a global top 2.5% podcast.

In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Bonnie Christine, an internationally renowned surface designer, entrepreneur, and award-winning online educator. Bonnie shares the inspiring story of how she discovered her zone of genius, that sweet spot where your greatest talents and deepest passions meet, and how that discovery completely transformed her business.We dive into what it looked like for her to go from solopreneur to building and leading a thriving multimillion dollar company. Bonnie walks us through practical steps for identifying your own zone of genius, prioritizing those tasks, and learning to delegate the rest. We also talk about how to build a strong, supportive team and why tools like time audits and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are essential for creating a business that runs smoothly without you doing it all.If you're ready to scale your business, work less, and earn more, this conversation is packed with actionable insight you won't want to miss.Listen to the full episode to hear:How to identify and work within your zone of geniusPractical tips for delegating and building a supportive teamTools to streamline your business, like time audits and SOPsBonnie's journey from solopreneur to multimillion dollar business ownerFREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business:Bonnie Christine's Scaling & Hiring Guide: https://www.bonniechristine.com/sostofreedomThe 100K Funnel Breakdown: https://www.gillianperkins.com/100k-funnel-breakdown-opt-inWork with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins

If you've ever struggled to find the “right people” or scale your business, this episode uncovers the real root of the problem—it's not them. It's the silent doubt in you. Dan Rochon shares a powerful mindset shift and teaches why belief in yourself is the first step to hiring, scaling, and leading effectively. This isn't just about building a team—it's about becoming the version of yourself who attracts the right team. Get ready to let go of fear, step into your worth, and finally lead like the business owner you were meant to be.What you'll learn on this episodeThe 4 pillars of building a business: Belief, Lead Generation, Organization, LeadershipWhy your ability to hire begins with your belief in yourselfA guided moment to release self-doubt and step into leadershipThe truth: hiring is more about you than it is about themThe next step: follow the roadmap and scale with purposeResources mentioned in this episodeTeach to Sell: Dan Rochon's upcoming book on influence without selling.On-Demand Training: Full training library with step-by-step videos on scripts, systems, and conversions.Referral Script Framework: The word-for-word script to turn a “thank you” into a referral without being pushy.Hiring & Organization Course (upcoming): A training module focused on building your business by surrounding yourself with the right people. To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan Rochon

If you're not seeing momentum in your business, you're probably doing EVERYTHING and yet NOTHING is working. In this episode, I break down the distractions that keep you broke, overwhelmed, and out of alignment with your purpose. I share how to identify your true zone of genius (spoiler: it's the thing you've been undervaluing!), how to stay in it, and the method I use to cut the clutter and focus on the 2–3 things a day. Get ready to reclaim your zone of genius and build the business you were meant for. Check out our Sponsors: Brevo - Meet the all-in-one marketing and CRM platform for your business. Get started free or save 50% for 3 months with code HAPPY at brevo.com/happy Airbnb - Start making money by listing your home on Airbnb with an experienced Co-host, find a co-host at airbnb.com/host Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/happy The RealReal - Buy and sell luxury clothing, bags, and more on The RealReal. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to therealreal.com/happy HIGHLIGHTS The reason why you're not seeing results (hint: you're stuck in busy work). How to recognize your zone of genius and why it often feels “too easy.” The #1 distraction that sabotages your business. How audience + sales solve 90% of your business problems. Why trying to be good at everything is keeping you broke and burned out. The daily habit that helps me prioritize income-generating action. RESOURCES Get on the waitlist for our new mastermind HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci