Uncommon Couch

Going out on your own with a business comes with a lot of trial and error. It can be easy to second guess your decision or know when to even take a leap. And if you don't have role models to help you see that it's possible, that makes it all the more difficult. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Dr. Caryn Seebach, a health psychologist with a specialization in holistic management of chronic dis...

Today on Uncommon Couch, I want to dig into a topic that I've seen pop up again and again from many of the clients I've coached. That involves creating an offer that's sellable and interesting to their ideal clients vs. something that sounds interesting to the business owner.  Too often I've seen clients create offers that they think sounds intriguing, but their potential clients don't see the obv...

As business owners, there are so many things to keep track of. If you aren't on top of it, it's easy for things to fall between the cracks. That's why project management tools are a must if you want to stay on top of everything. They can help give you the "second brain" your business needs.  Today on Uncommon Couch, I sat down with Meagan Beltekoglu, a ClickUp consultant, to talk about how to orga...

Starting a podcast is an undertaking. It's easy to get in your head, but if you're authentic in your delivery and aligned with how the podcast supports your business, it can really be a fantastic way to share your expertise and build connections. Today, I am celebrating my 100th podcast episode. I asked my friend Dr. Amanda Crowell, cognitive psychologist and business coach, to interview me about...

We've all been there. Working for a micromanaging boss. Second guessing your competence. No work boundaries. Thinking that you are the problem. Navigating a toxic work environment can leave you feeling helpless and wondering how to get out. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Alisha Wolf, a psychotherapist and leadership coach, about how to recognize a toxic workplace, how to know when you're re...

There's no one right way to run your business. But when you're looking to scale to $5k, $10k, or even $20k months, it can be helpful to have a little guidance. Understanding your Unique Success Factor can help you hone in on what differentiates you from others and develop a plan for reaching your business goals. In this episode, I explain my concept of Unique Success Factors, five archetypes that...

Do you get nervous jumping on Instagram stories? Feel weird about selling in the DMs? You're not alone! Plenty of business owners have made the shift to more aligned marketing strategies, and you can, too. In today's episode, I chat with Stacey Hagen, a marketing and visibility coach for purpose-driven healers and holistic entrepreneurs. She shares her advice for finding and implementing marketing...

Being an entrepreneur is a long game. Over my past 5 years in business, there are quite a few mistakes, wins and adventures I've encountered along the way. Each of them has forged the path I'm on and shaped my journey.   In this episode, I'm sharing the top 10 lessons I've learned in my years as a business owner. Listen in to get a better insight into what challenges I've faced and the exciting mi...

How well do you connect with spirit? Is this something you'd like to improve upon? In our line of work as changemakers in the healing realm, it can be challenging to ensure that what you're doing is aligning your logical brain with your soul. When you're aligned from the soul, that's where the magic happens. In this episode, I had on psychotherapist and medium Colleen Smith. Colleen shares how she...

As a business owner, it can feel like there are a thousand decisions to be made every single day. If you don't have a framework with which to make those decisions, it's easy to end up overwhelmed and unaligned. Luckily, Human Design offers the tools you need to understand how to make the most aligned decisions for your business. In this episode, I break down the different types of authority in Hum...

Are you spending too much time doing non-revenue generating activities within your business? Dreading your bookkeeping, email management or even social media management? When it comes to your business, you can't do it all. For some time, you may be able to be a one-person show but eventually, you'll want to hire some support. That's where today's guest, Riah Gonzalez comes in. Riah is a virtual as...

Before a client invests in you, they have to trust you–your expertise, your experience, and your ethics. If you want to develop that trust, you need to establish your credibility in your field. And while I know it's intimidating to speak your mind and step into your role as an expert, it's truly the best way to transform audience members into eager clients. In this episode, I explain how to establ...

Are you doing the inner work to show up as your best self? When you start a business, you can encounter a lot of mindset blocks: fear of judgment, feelings of inadequacy, and of course money insecurity. But in order to grow your business, you have to do the inner work to overcome these barriers and be the CEO your business needs. In this episode, I chat with Therapeutic Mindset Coach Zysha Smiley...

Do you feel like you don't stand out when compared to your competitors? Finding your uniqueness and what makes you different is one of my favorite topics because so much of my work is geared toward helping people unpack what makes them unique so they can naturally stand out, get more clients, step into their thought leadership role and increase their income - all while embracing what they're here...

When was the last time you practiced doing less? As entrepreneurs, we often feel pressure–either external or internal–to keep a tight grip on our work. And on top of being high-powered business owners, we try to be full-time wives, mothers, and friends. If you've ever felt this pressure, you know how draining it can be. You also know it's impossible to give your all to everything. So is it possibl...

If I had to guess, I'd say you started your business because you wanted more freedom–to spend time with your family, structure your days how you see fit, and make as much money as you desire. But once you have a clear vision of what freedom looks like to you, how do you go about creating it in your life and business? In this episode, I'm explaining how you can achieve freedom in your life and busi...

Do you feel aligned with your purpose? Some business owners spend years searching for meaning in their businesses. They buy all the courses, hire all the coaches, and try all the "hacks". But the key to finding purpose, alignment, and fulfillment in your business isn't looking externally, but internally. In this episode, I'm chatting with faith-based mindset coach and "personal trainer for your mi...

In season four, I'm delving into all things human design. Your human design is unique to you —based on the date and time of your birth and where you were born—and helps you to be more connected to your desires, motivations, and behaviors. In today's episode, I'm explaining the body graph chart at a high level. The most important thing is to not get overwhelmed by all the information that is presen...

It's quite common to be an expert in a particular area and still feel like you're not actually an expert or a thought leader. Whether it's fear or a skills gap or doubt or imposter syndrome keeping you from putting yourself out there and growing your business, you have to identify the root cause and face it head-on. In the final episode of this season, I'm sharing tips on how to own your expertise...

Fear of growth. Fear of rejection. Fear of failure. Fear of success. Our subconscious thoughts can hold us back if we're not careful. They can keep us from attaining what we truly desire, in our personal lives and in our businesses. These thoughts can make us feel not good enough or afraid of reaching a milestone (whether it's more clients or charging more for your services) as an entrepreneur. It...

If there's one thing I've learned as a business owner, it's that no matter what you do, someone will tell you you're doing it wrong. There's always one voice out there who doesn't believe, who thinks you're bound to fail. But the true test of a successful and courageous entrepreneur is breaking free of those people-pleasing patterns and doing what feels right for you, even if it means going agains...

Do you access divine guidance to help you in your life and business?   As a spiritual business owner, I believe in using all the divine resources we have at our disposal to grow our businesses and ourselves. One of the most powerful of these resources is the Akashic Records, a vast library of all human experiences in the past, present, and future. In this episode, I'm chatting with intuitive heale...

As you grow and evolve, you might come to realize that it's time to make a few changes in your business. Most of us aren't fans of change, but it's a necessary evolution process within your business.   In this episode, we're talking about the moment when most business owners realize that it's time to make a change. Change is completely normal and a big part of being an entrepreneur so the sooner w...

Ready to get in alignment? Want to live a life that is authentically true to yourself? Then you'll want to tune in and pay close attention as I am joined by the founder of HD School, Katie Irvine. Katie is a Human Design Advisor and Success Coach who found Human Design after a series of coincidences that led her to get a Human Design specialist certification. In this episode, she opens up about em...

Is comparison causing you to feel overwhelmed, unsatisfied or burned out?  In this episode, we'll be breaking down what to do (and what not to do) after you find yourself in the comparison trap. I'll share the 4 ways you can let go of comparison so you're better prepared next time you face it.  You'll also hear why you should seek out what makes you unique from your competitors and how finding thi...