Epic Success with Dr Shannon Irvine

Can we talk for a minute about the illusion of balance?  Especially in 2021, it feels like we are busier than ever.  We have multiple interests and responsibilities to juggle, and no amount of color-coded calendars will give us the elusive "balance" we really want.  The truth is, we don't know what balance is, we just know we don't have it. If you're ready to get clear on what balance can look lik...

How often as entrepreneurs do we feel overwhelmed, and spread too thin?  Our to-do list feels miles long.  We jump from one task to another because they're all important and all require our attention.  And we can never get everything done that we want to in the day.  We have a hard time focusing on just one thing. But instead of crossing tasks off our lists, this leaves us with multiple half-finis...

We've been talking a lot about habits here recently.  You might be wondering: "How do I create a good habit that actually sticks ?" Committing to creating a successful habit is easier said than done. Motivation is flimsy at times and willpower doesn't necessarily hold out when we need it to. But habits don't come from motivation or willpower. They come from commitment and repetition . They come fr...

Did you know, on average, a person makes over 30,000 decisions in a single day?  And that's just on average.  As an entrepreneur, you're faced with even more decision making as you navigate building your business. Do you feel you just react to things that happen in your business and then quickly decide based on your emotions in that given moment? Or even feel like you can't decide at all?  … I've...

Do you ever notice that some days it all clicks and aligns and you feel like you're thriving? Those days are the best.  But then why is it that there are so many other days you feel like you're striving to survive and make it all work? Well, I'll tell you a secret. It's normal to always be learning and evolving.  The key is to check in with ourselves, ask better questions and keep moving towards o...

Habits.  We all have them.  Some of them, like daily exercise, are habits we want to build or maintain.  Others, like staying up too late, are habits we'd like to break.  Trying to create a new routine with positive and productive habits can seem difficult to maintain on the surface, but when you look at the brain science behind building a habit (or breaking one) it's not as daunting as you might...

We talk about money here all the time.  We talk about money stories and automations in your brain that cause you to think a certain way about money.  And if you grew up with any kind of background in faith, you might have some really broken stories around what money is, what it isn't, and what it really means in the Kingdom of God.  This week on the Epic Success Podcast, I talk with my dear friend...

If you're in the world of business, you are familiar with copy and messaging.  As business owners, the goal is to deliver our message to potential clients in a way that makes working with us a no-brainer.  But in a world with every bit of information at your client's fingertips, how do you make your messaging stand out?  How do you avoid the easy route of mimicking someone else's message and truly...

As an entrepreneur, you cannot avoid the discussion about money… And the topic of money often gives people a strong emotional reaction.   The fact is, your stories about money are governing 90% of your daily actions and decisions.  But do we really know where our feelings about money came from?  So much of it is built in the subconscious from what you learned in your childhood and young adulthood....

Ready for a truth bomb?  There is no secret ingredient.  That shiny thing that's being marketed to you guaranteeing your instant success?  It's just really good marketing.  There are, however, effective and ineffective systems and habits that actually grow (or stall) your business.  How do you get your audience to convert to leads, who then pull the trigger after they realize they want what you've...

We've been talking all about coaching in this series, and while there are many facets that make up a successful coaching business, when it comes down to it: coaching is all about the relationship.  As a coach, the relationships you build with your clients can make or break your business.  As a client, you have to be able to trust that you can truly rely on your coach to guide you and keep you acco...

So, you're thinking about starting a coaching business… You couldn't have picked a better time to get started. I'm sure you've asked yourself something along the lines of: Do I have what it takes to make it as a coach? And how can I do it well? Being a coach is so much more than just refining your own expertise to share with the world. It is about using your expertise to serve your clients with ex...

Have you ever felt called to something that you KNOW is right for you - but the resistance you feel is so overwhelming that you can't seem to step forward fully into that calling? Do you often struggle to lean in and trust the process of growing your business because the results aren't always immediate? If you relate (even a little bit) to those two questions, this episode is for you! This week on...

Over the past year, on more than one occasion I've found myself in a situation that left me thinking, "What just happened?" How about you? We've experienced so much changing, shifting and upheaval in the last year - and it's left many grasping for stability. Do you feel like you've drifted from routine, stability, comfort, control and/or peace in the past year? It's okay if you have, and I promise...

Should I become a coach? Can I really help people and make an impact? Can I actually make a profitable business out of coaching? If you've ever had the idea to get into the coaching industry, a few of these questions may have popped into your head - and I get it! I've talked to many successful coaches who've pondered these same questions prior to going all in with their coaching business! This wee...

Do you ever ask yourself how you can take your experiences and expertise, and become a sought-after coach in your niche?  If so, you're probably wondering how to reach and serve those ideal clients you envision coaching. You might be wondering what to offer and how to offer it . Whether you're just getting started in the coaching industry… OR, You've been at it a while, jumping from strategy to st...

Once I have _____, then I'll be confident, happy, successful, etc. Have you ever had this thought? I'll let you in on a secret - this is a broken confidence model that so many people get caught up in.  This model creates the idea that in order for us to be confident , we must rely on external circumstances and validation . If you've gotten to this place, it's not your fault and this episode is for...

If you've been following along on my journey for a little bit, you know I don't shy away from difficult conversations . I've loved creating a space where people of all backgrounds and beliefs can come together to learn more about the brain science of success ! Today's episode is a topic that's been on my heart for a while, and it's about a myth that I can't wait to debunk. This week on the Epic Su...

Have you listened to the Epic Success podcast episode where I talk all about selling out your coaching programs ? If not, check that out and then meet me back here! If you're thinking about becoming a coach , the thought of growing and scaling your business the way you would like to probably intimidates you a little bit, right? (...if it doesn't, you're not dreaming big enough!) If you're already...

If you're an entrepreneur, I'm sure you felt the collective urgency for stability and certainty that resulted from this past year. The common theme that I've heard buzzing around the entrepreneur world this past year is: RECURRING REVENUE ...and I totally get it! When we have stable, recurring revenue - we're less stressed, have more confidence in the work we're doing and have an improved mental s...

Have you ever heard someone talk about work-life balance and thought: "There's no way that's possible in my life." Because...I definitely have. Years ago, I had reached a point in my life where I was fully immersed in success stress . I thought that if I worked hard enough and reached the goals I had set for myself - I could tend to my self-care and other responsibilities afterwards . Friend, this...

Have you ever started a business or a project, put all of your energy into it…only to question if it was really your calling when the passion or drive ran out? This is something that SO many brilliant entrepreneurs go through, and sadly the place where many are left with a partially-built business. From there, they start over again and again wondering if they will ever find their true calling . Ca...

Do you ever fall into what seems like a never-ending cycle with your business goals? You hope and wish for success in your business, but never really gain the traction needed for the success you envision? Yep. It happens, and I've been there... Did you know there is an actual science-based process that can help you go from planning to action, and ultimately to success? If you're an entrepreneur wh...

Do you ever feel like the ONLY way to achieve success is by hustling? You're all too familiar with that nagging struggle to think about something other than work while trying to enjoy your weekend… I get it. I've been there. And I'm here to tell you there's a better way! The illusion of hustle culture and the plague of overworking among entrepreneurs and CEOs is literally running businesses into t...

Do you ever feel like there is something holding you back from reaching your full potential?  Imposter Syndrome?  Perfectionism?  Procrastination?  Overwhelm?  Imagine getting rid of these brain-based blocks by flipping a Success Switch ON in your brain so that your success becomes easy and effortless.  I don't want to see you wait any longer to get that business profitable, simply because you hav...