Finding The Upside

Ever wonder why your to-do list never seems to get any shorter? In this episode of Finding the Upside , I’m sharing the time management secrets my business coach taught me that completely changed how I approach my day. I’ll reveal the three surprising hacks that helped me find more time, get more done, and finally stop feeling overwhelmed. Join me as I dive into why keeping a time journal blew my...

Have you ever thought about getting sponsors for your business, podcast, or event but didn’t know where to start? In this episode of Finding the Upside, I’m bringing you a special conversation that took place at the Revive and Thrive Empowerment Summit, featuring  Steph DeLorenzis.  With over eight years of experience in managing corporate sponsorships for a professional soccer team, Steph knows e...

Have you ever thought about what makes us do things…motivation? What is the secret of getting humans to act? Whether you question this for yourself or are leading a group of others, this remains an area that we all can benefit from further understanding. Today I continue Read to Lead: Between the Lines , a series of shorty episodes where I highlight books that transform how we lead and talk about...

Have you ever wondered if the decisions you're making today are actually based on yesterday's information? In this episode of Finding the Upside, I’m diving into a topic that's been swirling around in my circle of friends and colleagues—how we often make choices based on faulty assumptions and old data without even realizing it. I’ll share a surprising story from my own life that turne...

After celebrating our 100th episode milestone, we're kicking off season four by exploring a topic that’s both timely and intriguing. Everyone is trying to figure out what/how AI will impact and change work, life and our world. There are many unknowns for sure, but there are some indications of what might happen in all the different realms.  In this episode, I am diving into the intriguing inte...

Welcome to a special edition of ‘Finding the Upside,’ where we mark a significant landmark moment—the 100th episode! Today, I'm joined by Liyana Munoz, a pivotal member of the Finding the Upside team, as we take you on a nostalgic journey back through the incredible milestones we've achieved together. In this episode, Liyana and I talk through the evolution and history of the podcast, shar...

Communicating in today’s world that’s packed with digital information is increasingly difficult. In this episode of Finding the Upside, I am diving into this topic, recorded LIVE at the 2024 REVIVE and THRIVE  Empowerment Summit held in June in Florham Park, New Jersey.  I share how and why communication has evolved and the impacts of information overload on our brains and ability to communicate e...

Have you ever wanted to do something that you didn't know how? And instead of taking action, you just thought about it and thought about it, but never were able to move forward and take the first step. Well, in today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I dive into the power of "imperfect action" and how it has transformed my progress in doing new things. I share my personal experiences...

Everywhere you turn people are talking about burnout. The Burnout Epidemic has become one of the topics that seems to have touched everyone in one way or another. We are bringing you more insights on the topic from our expert panel and speakers in this episode of "Finding the Upside," recorded live at the 2024 REVIVE and THRIVE Empowerment Summit in Florham Park, New Jersey.  Bringing ba...

Everywhere you turn people are talking about burnout. The Burnout Epidemic has become one of the topics that seems to have touched everyone in one way or another. In this episode of "Finding the Upside," recorded live at the 2024 REVIVE and THRIVE Empowerment Summit in Florham Park, New Jersey, I sit down with Stacey Uhrig, the Mindset Flipper, and Chitra Rochlani, the Mindset Warrior, t...

Continuing my NEW SERIES Read to Lead: Between the Lines , a series of shorty episodes where I highlight books that transform how we lead and talk about the future of work.  All the books and authors I feature in this series align with my principles of Rebel Leadership.  I recommend books that talk about the leadership, values, models, and principles that have shaped how I lead, and how I practice...

Have you dreamed of writing a book? This will show you how it may be closer than you think. In this special episode of "Finding the Upside," recorded live at the 2024 REVIVE and THRIVE Empowerment Summit in Florham Park, New Jersey, I sit down with a dynamic group of women. All the women on this panel are published authors; some have their own book or books, some have accomplished the ti...

NEW SERIES starts now - Introducing Read to Lead: Between the Lines , a series of shorty episodes where I highlight books that transform how we lead and talk about the future of work.  All the books and authors I will feature in this series align with my principles of Rebel Leadership.  I recommend books that talk about the leadership, values, models, and principles that have shaped how I lead, an...

One of the most overlooked aspects of setting personal boundaries is saying NO to ourselves. While many of us have improved at declining external requests, the real challenge lies in resisting our own temptations and commitments. In this episode of Finding the Upside, I dive into practical strategies for mastering setting boundaries with yourself, ensuring our energy aligns with our most critical...

In this episode of Finding the Upside, I am chatting with my right-hand, rock-star team member Liyana Munoz. We are talking about the invaluable lessons we have learned from our last few years of relentless experimentation in the transformation of our business. We share the  significance of embracing trial and error, the power of adaptability, and the transformative impact it had on our ability to...

NEW SERIES on Finding the Upside! My brand new series “Creating Leaders” is a series where I interview those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is so flawed. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, where I am typically the interviewer,  Liyana is tur...

In this special episode, I am tackling questions received from subcribers, clients and followers!  I’m giving you a peek behind the scenes. Sharing the essentials of crafting impactful training programs across diverse industries. From addressing specific challenges in healthcare and manufacturing to exploring the nuances of customer service in retail, I share the insights I use to serve my clients...

This week's episode of Finding the Upside is an intriguing journey into the world of assessments and self-discovery as Mandy and I reveal the magic behind personality assessments. In this special episode, I am getting super vulnerable as Mandy Keene, an expert in personality assessments, gives me a live breakdown of my personality profile using the powerful Understand. Me platform self-assessm...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  Today, I’m spilling more of my best time hacks for starting a Si...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  In this episode I’m spilling more of my best time hacks for star...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  So…. you want to start a side hustle or a business. I know many...

NEW SERIES on Finding the Upside! My brand new series “Creating Leaders” is a series where I interview those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is so flawed. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I interview my friend and colleague, Sal Rametta. Sa...

In today’s special episode of Finding the Upside, we are turning the tables. Normally I'm the one interviewing the guests. And today I have my trusted advisor and right-hand, Liyana Munoz here and she will be interviewing me! She is well aware that today’s market has changed and she wants to know what someone like me, who has done the corporate path and transitioned to entrepreneurship, thinks...

NEW SERIES premiering soon on Finding the Upside! We are working on our brand new series “Creating Leaders” where I will be interviewing those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is flawed.  As a precursor to our first episode premiering in a few weeks,...

Have you ever got so locked in on your own thoughts that you don't entertain that there could be something you don't know?  That can happen in our life, in our business, and as a leader as well. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I dive into the danger of holding onto what we think we know too tightly.  Highlighting the consequences of ignoring new insights and how it applies to our...