Permission to Kick Ass

There are coaches that fluff you up. There are coaches that leave you feeling deflated… then there’s Brian. His approach is all about building the muscle of trusting yourself. And as a client of his, I can tell you first hand his shit works! We all have greatness inside us, is it time to tap into yours? Listen now.  Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Many of us become entrepreneurs to escape th...

I can’t get enough of this episode. Ashleigh and I both get good ranty about what it takes to build a bougie business and a bougie life (read: the life you want, whether others think it’s “practical” or “attainable” or not – you build YOUR life and let them worry about their own practicalities!). And don’t let the word bougie fool you… this one’s all about curating your business to achieve the lif...

Bel is on a mission to create a generation of healthy, food literate children across the globe. The only thing as big as her ambition are the challenges Bel’s faced on her entrepreneurial journey. We’re talking financial hits, Pandemic pivots, and everything in between. Listen now to find out how you can deliberately strengthen your resiliency muscles and build up staying power.  Can’t-Miss Moment...

Heads up: Amanda and I cover a lot of ground in this episode. We’re talking life-altering events, massive achievements (like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro!), and even an impromptu concert mid-podcast! To me, the most impressive thing of all is how Amanda has stayed true to herself and grounded in her personal values through it all. If you’ve ever wondered what deep breaths and clear intentions could...

Early in her business, Sage knew she wanted to take more time off. Her approach to making it happen was mind-blowingly simple—she just scheduled it. That intentional decision created a domino effect. Sage’s business evolved to fit in the space created for it. She leveraged systems and fine-tuned them so neither her nor her business felt a time crunch. If you’ve been feeling like the days are long...

Jen’s business is a mix of mentorship, branding, and fashion (she’s got style!). While that all may seem like a lot to focus on, for Jen, it made perfect sense… especially after she had the courage to let go of others’ approval. It started by asking herself one simple question — “What would really fulfill you?” If you’ve been waiting for permission to do things your way, this one’s for you.  Can’t...

Lucy’s business is all about being authentic to yourself… which isn’t surprising considering her debut as an entrepreneur came hot off the heels of being fired for speaking her mind. But great things happen when you dare to be bold and 100% yourself. Things like creating the life you want! If you’ve been holding back on yourself, this one’s for you.  Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Lucy and...

Sarry’s entrepreneurial journey made him realize there were questions he didn't even know existed (let alone know the answers to!). To create his successful financial firm, he had to get good at following the questions, finding the resources, and connecting the dots. If not knowing all the answers RIGHT NOW has you stuck and feeling like an imposter, this episode’s for you.  Can’t-Miss Moment...

If you’re creative, systematization, SOPs, and checklists (oh my!) might sound like some corporate stiff is sucking all the fun out of your business. But the exact opposite is true for my guest Simon (and most successful business owners I know) — systems and SOPs led to more time, energy, and even joy! If you’re struggling with the idea of becoming “replaceable” in your business, this episode is f...

For someone who loves organization, you might think the nitty-gritty details are what keeps Brittany fired up in her business. It’s actually her vision that keeps her going, and that is to create freedom and opportunity for her and her family. That’s what helped Brittany push forward, despite the ups and downs of her business. If you could use a little organization and efficiency (and maybe even a...

Ari knew to get the right support to really grow her business, she had to leave Bali. Cue the head trash! Before she could get too far down the “what if?” path, she caught herself and deliberately chose a different strategy - more along the lines of “Let’s try it and see what happens!” If all the things you’re scared of failing at (like starting over in another country!) are keeping you at a stand...

At the height of her corporate career, Heather got the call from her boss: I’m flying into town and we should talk. That’s how she got thrown head-first into the entrepreneurial world. She was able to transform that uber uncomfortable experience into a purpose and passion-driven business. To find out what happens when you let go of perfection and embrace being human, listen now.   Can’t-Miss Momen...

Laurie-Ann’s path to becoming a kick-ass public speaker started with a baby step — looking people in the eyes as a painfully shy teenage clerk at the grocery store. Laurie-Ann recognized at a young age that all the things that didn’t come naturally were just habits she could develop. If you’ve been thinking you don’t have the natural skills for biz, this episode’s for you.  Can’t-Miss Moments From...

Behdad’s business philosophy is simple: When you put good people together, great things happen. But as Behdad and I discuss today, simple doesn’t always mean easy. From making and losing business partners, letting go of control and overcoming self-doubt, we cover so much fantastic goodness today (rants included!). Listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Everyone gets it, my friend. The c...

Richard wasn’t willing to compromise his dreams of creating a life he loved. He brings that same passion and dedication to his business, day in and day out. To find someone so true to their ethics in business is rare and refreshing. This episode is jam-packed full of perspective shifting insight to running a people-first business. If you’re looking to strengthen the relationships within your biz (...

When the opportunity presented itself for Brittany to shift her business from massage therapy to copywriting, she took a different approach than most. She fully embraced and announced her new identity with enthusiasm (even when she didn’t feel fully ready). If you think everyone has it all figured out, this one’s for you because spoiler alert: we’re all just making it up as we go! Can’t-Miss Momen...

After someone pointed out that being vegan could be a big differentiator for her biz, Mitali decided to lean in to her ethical sourcing and vegan lifestyle. She chose not to let the fear of judgment stop her from being 100% authentic in every aspect of her life – for better or worse. Instead of a big backlash or having to shut down, unexpected doors opened, and she found a whole new world of entre...

When Jude first started his business at 17, all he had were some business cards and the faith of his teacher. Turns out, that was all he needed to get started! There were plenty of tough lessons along the way (car repos, imposter syndrome, and major burnout to name a few). But even with the setbacks, Jude developed his own way of reminding himself just how far he’d come, which helped him believe h...

There’s always plenty of talk about goals and outcomes when it comes to business, but there’s one thing not mentioned… a lot of those “success” measurements are beyond our control. That’s exactly why Vicky takes a completely different approach with her business and clients. It’s one that embraces experimentation, mistakes, and sharing your unique value and gifts. Been waiting for permission to be...

Once Alexandra became a nurse, she quickly realized things weren’t what she expected. Rather than get discouraged, she doubled down on educating herself and finding solutions to empower the people she served. Never compromising her value or her energy, Alexandra found new ways to be of service WHILE getting what she wanted in life. Listen now if you’ve been looking for ways to balance taking care...

You’d think of all people in a corporate environment, an HR executive would feel empowered to speak up about troubling issues on the job. Yet Vivian never felt like she could actually change the workplace without risking her own job. That’s why I love her response… rather than sit back and take it, she left to turn her expertise into a new entrepreneurial venture. If you’ve been curious what’s pos...

Overnight success stories are errrywhere in the entrepreneurial space but to get the details on what really is behind that success, you gotta go to the bar… or just listen to today’s episode with Adam Rosen. He achieved a major business milestone at an age when most people were more interested in beer. But that success didn’t come without challenges (like changing business partners, legal woes, an...

Failure can be strangely freeing. When Amy gets up to the mic to tell a new joke, she has no idea how the audience will react… but she does the damn thing anyway! Rather than get hung up on whether she’ll “succeed” or “fail,” she’s given herself creative freedom to get out there and try something new. If you’re worried how people will react when you make your move, listen now for a little extra en...

There’s something to be said for jumping right in with both feet and burning the boats. Thankfully Hillary runs a little more my speed… that is, taking our time to think through angles and obstacles. The great news is that it doesn’t matter how fast you go – just KEEP GOING. If you’ve been feeling the pressure to make the magic happen right away with your biz, listen to learn what’s achievable whe...

A hypnotist and a mentalist stroll into an inbox and become email marketing experts - sounds like the start of a joke but it’s just reality LOL. After figuring out how to use email to be expensive and fully booked as entertainers, Rob and Kennedy decided to switch up their acts. Throughout their entrepreneurship journey, they kept their focus on solving problems — both theirs and their customers’....