Building a Business & Life You Love

America is turning 250 years old, and what better way to celebrate than by taking a look at some fascinating moments from our nation's history? In this special Fourth of July episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan shares little-known facts about America's birthday, the Liberty Bell, Benjamin Franklin, the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence, and other fun patriotic trivia that will ma...

Have you ever found yourself avoiding a difficult conversation? Maybe you hoped the situation would resolve itself. Maybe you needed more time. Maybe you didn't want to hurt someone's feelings or damage a relationship. But what if avoiding the conversation isn't actually helping anyone? In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland explores the hidden costs of avoidance in leadership, busi...

Father's Day brings different emotions for different people. For some, it's a day filled with gratitude and celebration. For others, it's marked by loss, disappointment, or longing. In this special Father's Day episode, Nan reflects on the impact fathers have on our lives—both earthly fathers and our Heavenly Father. Whether your father is still with you, has passed away, was deeply involved in yo...

AI is everywhere. From business and leadership to our homes and our children's classrooms, Artificial Intelligence is changing how we work, learn, and make decisions. In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland explores the opportunities, risks, and realities of AI. You'll learn the different types of AI, the most popular tools being used today, lesser-known tools that can save time, and...

Visit LivePINK Coaching and schedule your free Discovery Call And be sure to subscribe, like, share and enjoy all things LivePINK Coaching.   In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan explores a word that stops many of us in our tracks: rejection. Whether it's fear of hearing "no," fear of failure, or fear of what others might think, rejection often keeps us from pursuing opportunities, having...

Are you thriving… or just surviving really well? In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan breaks down the difference between striving and thriving through the LivePINK framework: Purpose, Intention, Nurturing Leaders, and Knowing Your Numbers. If you’ve been exhausted from carrying it all, constantly pushing, and wondering why success still feels heavy… this conversation is for you. Because su...

How often do you ignore your instincts… only to realize later you were right all along? In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland dives into the difference between fear, overthinking, emotions, and true instincts. Through personal stories, leadership insights, and real-life examples, Nan explores how our instincts are often built through experience, discernment, wisdom, emotional intel...

What if the most important decision you ever make is whether or not you believe? This episode is different than my normal podcast episodes. No business strategy. No leadership lessons. Just an honest conversation about faith, sin, surrender, and Jesus Christ. In this deeply personal episode, I share parts of my own journey — from accepting Christ as a child, to rededicating my life in my twenties,...

This Mother’s Day episode of The LivePINK Podcast is a raw and honest conversation about motherhood, leadership, relationships, success, and what we sacrifice chasing the wrong things. Nan shares her personal reflections after spending the last 145 days watching her sister navigate the realities of motherhood up close — the joy, exhaustion, pressure, emotional weight, and constant leadership that...

Graduation season, end-of-year parties, vacations… It’s all coming at you fast—and most people aren’t prepared. So what happens? You swipe. You justify. You tell yourself you’ll “figure it out later.” But later always shows up—with a bill. In this episode, I’m breaking down: Why this season isn’t a spending problem—it’s an exposure problem How to finally separate needs vs. wants (and stop confusin...

You don’t have a follow-through problem. You have a pattern of quitting before you ever enter. In this episode, Nan breaks down the hidden habit that’s keeping high-capacity, driven people stuck—not lack of clarity, not lack of ability… but anticipation. Anticipation feels productive. It sounds responsible. But in reality, it’s fear trying to control an outcome that hasn’t happened yet. And it’s c...

What are you doing? No really… what are you doing? You say you want more—more growth, more money, more clarity, more freedom. But if your daily actions don’t reflect it… we need to talk. In this episode, Nan Charland breaks down the real reason you feel stuck—and it’s not a lack of motivation. It’s a lack of alignment. Through powerful client examples and real-life coaching moments, you’ll see exa...

You say you’re taking a vacation… but are you actually stepping away? In this episode, I’m talking about what it really looks like to take time off as a business owner—and why so many people struggle to do it well. Because the truth is, most of us don’t actually rest… we just relocate our work. We’re getting honest about: What vacation actually means when you’re leading a business The difference b...

At the end of the day… your life is built on your relationships. Not your to-do list. Not your success. Not your accomplishments. In this episode, we’re diving into the relationships that shape your life—from business and career, to friendships, family, and the ones you’ve had to let go of. We’re talking about: The purpose of different relationships in your life How to know when to lean in, set bo...

This episode brings you back to the heart of Easter. Not just the celebration—but the cost. We walk through Holy Week—Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, Good Friday, and Resurrection Sunday—and what it all truly means. From Jesus washing His disciples’ feet to the cross and the empty grave, this isn’t just a story to remember… it’s a life to step into. We also speak directly to those who are unsure abo...

If you feel stuck, scattered, or behind in your life or business… this episode is going to hit home. Because the truth is—most people aren’t lacking clarity. They’re lacking discipline. In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland breaks down what discipline actually is (and what it’s not), why so many people avoid it, and how it directly impacts your ability to live with purpose, lead yo...

Perspective influences every relationship we have—at home, in business, and in leadership. In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland explores how learning to see through someone else’s lens can transform the way we communicate, collaborate, and grow. Using a simple but powerful story about playing Skip-Bo with her 10-year-old nephew, Nan explains how two people can look at the same sit...

Boundaries are one of the most misunderstood—and most necessary—skills in both life and business. In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland explores what healthy boundaries actually are, why they matter, and how a lack of boundaries quietly drains our energy, clarity, and effectiveness. Drawing on principles taught by psychologist Henry Cloud, Nan breaks down how boundaries help us def...

In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland tackles a truth that quietly determines success in both business and life: character counts. Talent can open doors. Strategy can create momentum. But character is what sustains growth when pressure rises and decisions get harder. This episode explores what character really is, why it matters more than ever in today’s fast-paced world, and how i...

You are so loved. But if that’s true… why does it sometimes feel hard to believe? Why do we brace when someone affirms us? Why do we overperform, overthink, and overprotect our hearts? In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan dives deep into the tension between knowing we are loved and actually living secure in it. Because here’s the truth: Love may be available — but hurt builds armor. If you...

Valentine’s weekend may be over, but real love is tested long after the flowers fade and the chocolate is gone. In this episode, Nan dives into Agape love — unconditional love — and what it really looks like in everyday life. Not the Hallmark version. Not the emotional high. But the steady, intentional love that shows up when it’s inconvenient. You’ll explore: The difference between conditional lo...

Love is one of the most talked-about topics—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we move beyond “light and fluffy” ideas of love and step into what Jesus actually meant when He commanded us to love one another. Not as a feeling. Not as a performance. But as a daily practice that shows up in our words, our tone, and how we treat others—especially when it’s uncomfortable. We’ll explor...

February may be the month of love—but what if love isn’t what we’ve been taught to believe? In this episode of Building a Business & Life You Love, Nan Charland reframes love beyond feelings, romance, and highlight reels. Together, we explore what real love looks like in everyday life—loving in disagreement, setting boundaries, letting go of control, and choosing respect even when emotions run...

In this episode of The LivePINK Podcast, Nan Charland wraps up the LIFE model with the letter E: Enjoy Life. This isn’t about chasing happiness or waiting for someday—it’s about learning how to live with presence, alignment, freedom, gratitude, and intentional design right where you are. You’ll be reminded that joy is not a reward for exhaustion, but the fuel that sustains your life. Nan shares ho...

In today’s episode of The LivePINK Podcast, we’re diving into the F in LIFE Goals: Financial Freedom & Knowing Your Numbers. This conversation is about more than money—it’s about peace, clarity, and control over your life. If you’ve ever felt stress, shame, or avoidance around your finances, this episode will help you shift from fear to empowerment. Nan shares her personal money journey, groun...