Ask the Experts with Alka

How can buyers turn high interest rates and market uncertainty to their advantage? Nashville real estate agent Debbie Gregory talks with Alka Sharma about staying within budget, building long-term equity, and considering condos, townhomes, duplexes, and investment properties. She also explains why trusted referrals, prequalification, inspections, and due diligence matter when buying locally or acr...

What keeps brilliant leaders from recognizing their own potential? Divya Parekh explains how fear of failure, comparison, and borrowed definitions of success can limit progress. She and Alka Sharma discuss aligning values, words, and actions, adapting without losing integrity, avoiding burnout, and using AI with human judgment, clear guardrails, and responsible governance.

How can a setback become the foundation for meaningful work? Grant Love shares his journey from homelessness to government contracts, nonprofit leadership, real estate, and community development. He and Alka Sharma discuss faith, discipline, financial stability, continuous learning, mentorship, affordable housing, and using AI to create new opportunities.

Why do promising AI projects fail? Alex Burek tells Alka Sharma that weak leadership and centralized decision-making can turn founders into bottlenecks. He explains how to work backward from business outcomes, simplify workflows, preserve human judgment, and support AI with training, guardrails, and KPIs tied to lead quality, conversion, and closings.

How can founder-led businesses scale with AI without losing the judgment, culture, and trust behind their success? Lourdes Gant explains how playbooks, repeatable systems, and company-specific context can preserve founder knowledge and improve decisions. She and Alka Sharma also discuss protecting intellectual property and using AI to strengthen service and production workflows without replacing h...

Alka Sharma welcomes Kayleen Bullock to discuss her transition from engineering to entrepreneurship and the challenges she faced. They explore the cost and value of executive-level coaching and the importance of selecting the right coach or consultant. Kayleen shares insights on how OneSystem AI aids businesses in decision-making and the significance of technology and AI in boosting productivity....

Alka Sharma is joined by Rich Strelovich to discuss the intersection of spirituality and corporate careers. They explore Rich's career path as spiritual growth, defining spirituality in the corporate world, and the stress high achievers face. The conversation covers the concept of corporate golden handcuffs, misconceptions about spirituality, and integrating spirituality across religions. Rich emp...

Alka Sharma shares her personal journey of overcoming divorce and reinventing herself. She discusses the significance of internal branding and how it empowers divorced women. Highlighting her collaboration with Les Brown, Alka reveals her superpowers in helping clients with branding. The conversation covers key messages from her global speaking engagements and addresses common misconceptions about...

Alka Sharma is joined by Erin Gallagher to tackle the pressing issue of suicide prevention. They begin by exploring visible warning signs and debunking common myths about suicide. The conversation delves into the psychology of silence and the hidden struggles faced by individuals, emphasizing the importance of deeper conversations and vulnerability. Erin highlights the broader societal issue of su...

Alka Sharma is joined by Shannon Donohoe Simpson to explore resilience and personal transformation. Shannon shares her journey through personal struggles, including balancing cancer treatment with family responsibilities, and her connection with the Callanish Society. They discuss the importance of asking for help and community support during challenging times. Shannon emphasizes self-care, happin...

Alka Sharma is joined by Peter Anderson to explore the nuances of leadership in high-pressure environments. They begin by identifying signs of burnout in high performers and discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and mindfulness. Practical mindfulness tools for leaders and the significance of nonviolent communication are highlighted. The conversation shifts to the impact of workplace cul...

Alka Sharma sits down with Martijs Gregory, founder of MegaGym, to explore his concept of the law of infinite alignment. They discuss its significance in breaking generational dysfunction and fostering self-awareness. Martijs shares insights on recognizing and overcoming dysfunctional patterns, triggers, and the role of identity in shaping reality. The conversation delves into self-love's importan...

Join Alka Sharma and Les Moir as they discuss key strategies for business growth. They cover common scaling mistakes, the importance of systems, and challenges for first-generation entrepreneurs. Les emphasizes managing chaos as revenue grows and the role of ego in business. They draw parallels between business and sports, discuss automation, team alignment, and evaluating ROI. The episode highlig...

Alka Sharma welcomes Joseph Michelli to discuss branding strategies and lessons from iconic companies like Ritz Carlton and Starbucks. They explore common branding mistakes, share stories of brand reputation challenges, and highlight the importance of exceptional training. Discover how elite brands meet high expectations and the impact of internal culture on brand longevity. Joseph shares insights...

Alka Sharma hosts Kathryn Bobb to explore AI's strategic role in business. Kathryn discusses common mistakes and the importance of integrating AI tools to enhance efficiency. They introduce the ADE framework—Automate, Delegate, Eliminate—and share automation examples. The episode covers task prioritization with the urgent-important matrix and tracking AI adoption with key metrics. They delve into...

Join Alka Sharma as she talks with Lizeth Alvarado about her journey from finance to the beauty industry. Lizeth highlights the importance of having a backup plan and the transformative power of her clinic's services, like areola tattooing. They discuss industry risks, client concerns, and the impact of Epic Beauty Day of Hope in supporting cancer survivors. Lizeth shares how media visibility boos...

Join Alka Sharma as she chats with Jhumur Das about her inspiring real estate journey and the challenges she overcame. Discover insights on financial freedom, finding purpose, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of habits, debunk land development myths, and explore Jumur's $2,000,000 blueprint. Learn how she tackles project challenges and balances AI entrepreneurship with land develop...

Alka Sharma welcomes Lloyd Johnson to discuss his new book and journey through pain and healing. Lloyd shares the hardest truths about pain, corrective actions, and the continuous healing process. He reveals how sharing his story on social media and debunking trauma myths transformed his life through vulnerability. Offering advice for men trapped by their pasts, Lloyd delves into breaking free fro...

Alka Sharma welcomes Lisa Apolinsky to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the role of storytelling in business. They explore the evolution of digital marketing, the impact of AI, and strategies to stand out as an industry authority. Lisa shares insights on expanding influence across platforms, essential questions before publishing, and addressing audience needs. The conversation highlights th...

Alka Sharma welcomes Michelle Desange Johal to discuss her journey through mood disorders and psychosis. They delve into resilience, overcoming stigma, and the FAST framework. Michelle emphasizes the importance of emotions, acceptance, and surrendering to uncontrollable situations. They explore transforming mindsets, navigating diagnoses, and building resilience in children. The episode covers str...

Alka Sharma is joined by Jennifer Nicole Lee to discuss her journey in competitive fitness, the mindset and routines behind her success, and the role of nutrition in fitness and business. They explore leadership, team spirit, and balancing health and wealth as an entrepreneur. The conversation covers unconventional strategies in Miami real estate, high-pressure preparation, evolving success defini...

Join Alka Sharma as she welcomes Shari Tallon to discuss her musical journey, from learning piano to composing with a love for the flute. Shari shares insights on the importance of practice, teaching music to children, and blending piano with flute in her compositions. She highlights her collaboration with Chris Burkett, shares advice for aspiring musicians, and explores the role of technology and...

Alka Sharma is joined by Rhonda Palmer to delve into her background and career, highlighting the personal challenges she has faced. They discuss the significance of seeking help and balancing various life roles. Rhonda shares insights into systems and standards for managing stress, as well as the EASE strategy to prevent burnout. The conversation covers overcoming obstacles, fostering self-awarene...

Alka Sharma introduces Roy Linham, who shares insights on how sports discipline and mindset contribute to business success. They discuss the importance of knowing your numbers and reading the room in real estate. Roy emphasizes humor and the power of leveraging networks. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about real estate agents and offers advice for aspiring professionals. They exp...

Alka Sharma welcomes Carmelia Ray to explore her impressive background and achievements, including her insights from interviewing 65,000 singles. They discuss common misconceptions and the impact of beliefs on relationships, with Alka sharing her personal experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of values in relationships and memorable moments from reality dating shows, touching on...