Earn Your Happy

Whenever you think your problem is unique, that’s when you stop yourself from finding the solution. If you get wrapped up in shame, guilt, or whatever is holding you back from sharing your story, you end up extending that uncomfortable in-between season. In this episode, we share examples of when we’ve leaned on our network to work through moments of uncertainty. We’ve never regretted learning fro...

Lindsey Schwartz and I always talk about creating the rooms that you want to be in, and this episode is the perfect example of how to do that. We recently got together to talk about how to build your dream network, but this time we were joined by a live audience! In part one of this series, we break down our key strategies for cultivating friendships and business relationships. Lindsey highlights...

I’m sharing five ways to come up with a new business idea or build on the dream that you already have. There are a few simple ways you can use your daily routine to see what’s missing in the market, which is usually where I start when I’m thinking about launching a new product or service. I also get into why brainstorming with other people is super effective for coming up with ideas and share a st...

When we study the patterns of successful people, the number one thing that helps them reach their goals is repeating a simple process. When you fall in love with a routine that works for you, that’s when the magic (and money) comes. In this episode, we talk about why it’s so important to resist the urge to give up when things start to feel monotonous. We also talk about what keeps us motivated, fo...

Jennifer Cohen is the perfect example of how being bold pays off in every aspect of your life, even if it’s not how you expected it. She’s a best-selling author, brand strategist, and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. In her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder, Jennifer guides readers on how to overcome self-doubt and reach their potenti...

Since celebrating my 1000th episode last week, I’ve been thinking about what I’ve learned on this podcasting journey. It feels surreal to say that I have researched, recorded, and published over 1,000 episodes, but it proves to me that dedication is the key to maintaining steady growth.  In this episode, I’m looking back on what has helped me achieve this major milestone, including my approach to...

If you’re feeling stuck or struggling with motivation, the best thing you can do is surround yourself with positive peer pressure and accountability. I feel like I finally have clarity around my goals and the steps I need to take to get there, and so much of that process happened at the recent mastermind event we attended. In this episode, we talk about how to create more support in your life and...

Bridgitte Carroll is the founder and CEO of GutPersonal, a one-of-a-kind supplement company that empowers everyone to heal from within. Chris and I are investors of GutPersonal and it’s been incredible to witness Bridgitte’s growth since launching the brand. We talk about what it was like to raise money and bring on investors, including how she got connected with the right people.  Bridgitte and I...

People with the strongest connections and friendships tend to take bigger risks because they know they have a supportive safety net to fall back on. I’ve realized the key to overcoming my fears is to surround myself with people who I can rely on and be vulnerable with. In this episode, I share some ways that you can intentionally deepen your relationships and expand your network, which will ultima...

We always like to start off January with an event that gets us inspired to make powerful business moves in the new year, and this year’s mastermind did exactly that. In this episode, we unpack a few key takeaways from our weekend with industry leaders like Jay Shetty, Ed Mylett, Mel Robbins and so many other people that we look up to. We also share our advice about how to approach events like this...

Tanya Dalton is back on the show to talk about how to actively choose to live with intention and a higher purpose. If you missed our first episode together, Tanya is a best-selling author, speaker, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She recently came out with a new book, On Purpose: The Busy Woman’s Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning and Success, which has such a powerful messag...

One of the most impactful books I've ever read is Gay Hendricks’ The Big Leap. I find it helpful to revisit it in mid-January because it reminds me of this concept he discovered called “The Upper Limiting Problem.” In short, we each have a limit on how much abundance, success, and love we think we deserve. Once we start to get close to those thresholds, we self-sabotage and create chaos to stay wi...

Chris and I received an amazing text the other day from a former employee, which was confirming for us that next-level leadership is about leaving the people that work for you better than you found them.  We’ve gone through ups and downs when it comes to hiring and managing employees, but those lessons have helped us get really clear on how to build a supportive, growth-oriented team. Join us on t...

This episode is a paid partnership with Shannon Weinstein. Sponsored content helps support our podcast and continue bringing valuable insights to our audience. Business metrics used to freak me out, but thankfully I’ve discovered some approachable ways to gain insight into that valuable information. I’m joined by Shannon Weinstein, founder of Fitnancial Solutions, which is an accounting, tax strat...

Lindsey Schwartz, aka the Queen of Community, joins me on this episode to talk about why community needs to be part of your growth strategy this year. She breaks down how you can avoid burnout by intentionally creating an interactive and collaborative container alongside your brand. Plus, Lindsey is launching an immersive experience and shares exactly what you can expect from her Community Builder...

A great way to visualize your threshold is to think of it as a thermostat. Whatever you set your goals or standards to, you’re going to maintain that level just like you would when you set the temperature of your home. In this episode, we explore what this concept looks like in terms of our finances, emotions, and risk tolerance. We also share how we’ve learned to rest our thermostat and push the...

I feel so energized at the beginning of the year to set new goals and really go after them, but how can we keep that momentum going past January? I’m joined by Ben Nemtin, bestselling author and co-founder of The Buried Life movement, to discuss how to infuse more accountability into your life and prioritize the things you love.  Ben describes how his two-week bucket list road trip expanded into a...

I recently listened to one of my favorite podcast episodes, Unlock The Unlimited Power of Your Mind with Ed Mylett & Dr. Joe Dispenza, and I want to share some of the key takeaways from their mind-blowing conversation. They break down how to shorten the distance from where you are to what you want by shifting how you think about the unknown. I share strategies for becoming more conscious of your b...

Welcome to the first He Said She Said episode of 2023! To kick this year off, we’re each sharing one thing we’re going to implement and one we’re going to stop doing. In our experience, focusing on two key habits helps us stay on track and actually hit our goals. Plus, we recap our holiday weekend and talk about what it’s been like since bringing home our new puppy, Bonkers (spoiler alert: he’s fu...

Brendon Burchard is the world’s leading coach for high-performers and founder of GrowthDay, the first fully-integrated personal development app. He is also a bestselling author and skilled public speaker. In our conversation, we touch on how he’s developed the courage and confidence to get on stage in front of 30,000+ people.  We dive into topics like progressive development, how to rediscover you...

There are three things that I’ve started to shift this year that I’m absolutely committing to leaving behind as we enter the new year. I’m sharing what those three practices are and some ways to implement them into your life if you resonate with my experience.  I feel so much happier, supported, and energized because I’m rooted in my community and only giving my time to the people that are in it f...

The common thread between all of the most successful business leaders is that they all know what their talents are and they don’t let their ego get in the way of finding people who can fill in the gaps. We’re sharing an exercise that you can do to understand exactly what your zone of genius is and get more visibility into your blindspots. I describe what I think Chris’s strengths are when it comes...

I recently caught up with my friend Karena Dawn to talk about the amazing work she’s doing in the mental health space and what she’s learned in her own healing journey.  Karena and I discuss her debut memoir The Big Silence: A Daughter’s Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing, which is a deeply moving story of her journey from crisis, addiction, and depression to a life of hope and happiness. In our...

I’ve always had mixed emotions about the ‘introvert’ and ‘extrovert’ labels. I love being around my people, but I used to always feel the need to recharge after big social events. What I’ve discovered is that I was just an extreme people-pleaser who didn’t uphold my boundaries or manage my energy. In this episode, I share how I handle social situations now to make sure that I’m not leaving them fe...

There are three things that Chris and I wish we would’ve known at the beginning of our careers. These lessons would’ve helped us collapse time and experience more sustainable growth. Over the years, we’ve learned how important it is to prioritize equal-energy relationships, invest in the right employees and mentors, and turn down opportunities that aren’t aligned with our goals. In this episode, w...