Business Finances Through the Lens of Your Natural Strenghts - Chaos to Peace with Conny

Our surroundings shape our mood and productivity, and organizing our living and working spaces is more than achieving tidiness, is actually an act of self-respect and self-love.  A clear supportive space equals a clear supportive mind and in this episode I'll share with you how I discovered this for myself at an early age and how you can start your journey too.  From Chaos to Peace Consulting...

Today I go back to the basics and talk about what clutter is.  A messy house, an overflowing closet, a garage or basement filled to the brim, a messy office, a chaotic desk, an overflowing inbox, overdue bills, non-existent financial overview.... those are all examples of clutter, but there is so much more to it I cover 4 categories of clutter and within these categories I talk about 6 different t...

In this episode I first talk about the connection between clutter and grief and the various life events that can cause us to be grieving, since that is not only when we lose loved ones. Often these challenging times can lead to a buildup of belongings that serve as a shield against the pain of loss that we don't want to process. That is also the reason why decluttering is often more than tidy...

In this episode, I explore the concept of 'Acting As If' and its transformative impact if we let it. I share my personal insights from my experience with a new computer monitor that created a bit of chaos in my otherwise very supportive workspace. You will hear how going though the Act as if process you too can make significant improvements in your home, life and work environment, and yo...

If you're looking for tips around how to be strategic with your social environement you're in the right place. This week I share a tip on why and how to clear what I call social clutter.  Discover why and how I am letting go of certain influences and influencers who have lingered in my life for too long. Liberation comes from clearing not only physical spaces but also social circles, inc...

Mia Frankl, a teacher and healer, shares her transformation of trading turmoil for tranquility, illustrating the profound peace that arises when we simplify not just our closets, but the very core of our lives. For the rising female entrepreneur, Mia offers in this conversation a treasure trove of wisdom on forging a business steeped in simplicity and intention. She maps out the cornerstones of cr...

My guest Victoria Pelletier's journey has been nothing short of remarkable, ascending from a challenging upbringing to the pinnacles of corporate leadership, breaking barriers as the youngest COO at 24, a president at 35, and a CEO by 41.  In this powerful conversation we turns the spotlight on her 'no excuses' philosophy, which has catapulted her to success.  We also tackle the tra...

In today's episode we're harnessing the wisdom found in books with my guest Nick Hutchison, the visionary force behind BookThinkers, a thriving 7-figure marketing agency bridging authors and readers. We take a deep dive into Nick's personal evolution, from not reading at all, to becoming an enthusiastic reader and how his passion for literature has profoundly shaped his entrepreneur...

This episode is about why now, under the first New Moon's glow, is the perfect moment to lay the groundwork for growth by setting intentions and goals for 2024.  I cover - Why setting intentions for 2024 now at the New Moon in Capricorn more favourable than for example back on January 1st  - how the energy of the Moon and her phases influence us, our energy state and therefore our actions - w...

Join the celebration as I commemorate a significant moment—the 200th episode of the From Chaos to Peace podcast with me, your host, Connie Graf. I share with you in this episode why I don't set intentions or resolutions for January 1st and what I do instead.  As we navigate the fresh beginnings of 2024, I offer you an alternative to this cycle of fleeting resolutions—a more harmonious practic...

Ever found yourself dreaming of financial freedom? Ever wondered if there's more to life than the daily grind? Meet Dr. Christopher Loo, a surgeon turned serial entrepreneur, who swapped scrubs for startups and retired financially free at 38.  Discover how questioning traditional employment and retirement opened up a world of opportunity in real estate and entrepreneurship for him. We all kno...

Today I'm honoured to have a conversation with Beate Chelette the Growth Architect and Founder of The Women's Code. Beate provides visionaries and leaders with proven strategies, blueprints and growth maps that provide clear steps to improve business systems, strengthen leadership skills and teams.  She definitely knows what she's talking about as Beate bootstrapped her passion for...

Have you ever wondered why someone joins the Army and willingly goes into war zones? Join me as I sit down with John Lawyer, a former soldier, who served for over 15 years in the deserts of Kuwait, Baghdad, Kandahar, Afghanistan as a counterintelligence special agent and asymmetric warfare specialist. He shares why he joined the army, his quest to understand the root causes of conflict. and how &q...

This is part 2 of a 2-part series (part 1 = episode 195) I have the pleasure of chatting with Evans Putman again, the founder of Podcast Profit School and the mastermind and creator of trainings that are licensed by and featured in ClickFunnels Founder Russell Brunson's high-ticket coaching programs. Evans shares his 4 pillars for moving from chaos to peace in your podcast business (or any bu...

This is part 1 of a 2-part series. I have the pleasure of chatting with Evans Putman, the founder of Podcast Profit School and the mastermind and creator of trainings that are licensed by and featured in ClickFunnels Founder Russell Brunson's high-ticket coaching programs. Evans reached out to me and said "I stepped away from a successful business (chaos) to focus more on myself, and to...

Today I welcome  Nicky Billou  as my guest, Nicky is a top thought leader in the areas of entrepreneurship, branding and sales. He has made over 500 media appearances, written 8 books, and is the host of the podcast The Thought Leader Revolution.  Nicky is here to share his insights on thought leadership, success, and selling with all of us. We discuss how to overcome fears of negative perception...

Decluttering - and I don't even like this word - going from chaos to peace isn't merely about letting go, but about consciously choosing what to keep. Click here for the full Shownotes From Chaos to Peace Consulting Inc - https://connygraf.com Get my newsletter  In Your Element delivered every Moon-Day (Monday)  Schedule a FREE " Bring Your Chaos To Me"  Call Take the free Quiz...

Have you ever felt stuck in your life, unable to decipher the wood from the trees or feeling like you're up the creek without a paddle? Then this enlightening chat with the dynamic and lovely Alison Smith is just the tonic you need. Alison has mastered the art of using nature's metaphors to guide people through periods of feeling overwhelmed or stagnant, turning phrases we often use to d...

I  had the pleasure of hosting Teri Leigh. Teri isn't just a mindfulness coach, she's a guide  and elder who breaks down the often woo-woo world of chakras into practical and relatable terms. She describes it as our central nervous system and offers a unique perspective on how life’s curveballs actually upgrade our chakras. Picture this, your desk is cluttered, your mind is racing, and y...

Are you drowning in social clutter? Overwhelmed by an overfull calendar and a seemingly never-ending to-do list? Stop. Take a breath. Allow me to guide you through a journey of reclaiming your time, your thoughts, and your personal connections. In this episode, I explore the concept of social clutter and present some practical ways to manage it. I dive deep into the interconnectedness of our thoug...

In this episode I share a bit about my frustration with myself of only collecting ideas without organizing them, and more importantly without sharing them. How I almost went down a rabbit hole about how to organize my ideas and files in Evernote, on how to restructure my PKM system (personal knowledge management)  In the process of re-organizing my Evernote I found wisdom shared from my past self...

I am very excited to welcome Manuj Aggarwal as a guest on the podcast today. Manuj is a global thought leader who has been in AI for 15 years and has 4 patents in AI. He has served clients like Microsoft, IBM, Pearson Education, and more, producing $500 million in value for them and his work has impacted over 10 million lives and has been mentioned by the likes of President Obama and Bill Gates. W...

Let's face it, we all have "hotspots" in our homes and offices that accumulate clutter faster than we can cope with. But it's not enough to have the goal to clear those hotspots or even to actually clear the clutter in these hotspots.  In this episode I discuss how these accumulations are not just a reflection of our surroundings but also a mirror of our personal habits and bus...

I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Braith Bamkin – a true expert in leadership, marketing, and business development on this episode of From Chaos to Peace with Conny. Get ready to laugh as Braith shares an unforgettable anecdote about his run-in with none other than Tina Turner. Then we get into some serious business talk as Braith and I dissect marketing strategies and the importance of...

What if Mercury retrograde was not an astrological period to dread like some people suggest, but a time to harness and utilize for making progress and finishing things? I’ll walk you through how this can be an ideal time for decluttering and completing  or discarding lingering projects that you've procrastinated on till now. You'll also hear how to navigate any communication, transportat...