Finding The Upside

NEW SERIES on Finding the Upside! My brand new series “Creating Leaders” is a series where I interview those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is so flawed. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, where I am typically the interviewer,  Liyana is tur...

In this special episode, I am tackling questions received from subcribers, clients and followers!  I’m giving you a peek behind the scenes. Sharing the essentials of crafting impactful training programs across diverse industries. From addressing specific challenges in healthcare and manufacturing to exploring the nuances of customer service in retail, I share the insights I use to serve my clients...

This week's episode of Finding the Upside is an intriguing journey into the world of assessments and self-discovery as Mandy and I reveal the magic behind personality assessments. In this special episode, I am getting super vulnerable as Mandy Keene, an expert in personality assessments, gives me a live breakdown of my personality profile using the powerful Understand. Me platform self-assessm...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  Today, I’m spilling more of my best time hacks for starting a Si...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  In this episode I’m spilling more of my best time hacks for star...

Back by popular demand, we're revisiting this pivotal three-part series here on Finding the Upside called Starting a Side Hustle or Business While Working Your 9-5. These hacks are a precursor to an exciting product launch that is coming your way in the next few weeks! Tune in now to learn more about my best time hacks to do it!  So…. you want to start a side hustle or a business. I know many...

NEW SERIES on Finding the Upside! My brand new series “Creating Leaders” is a series where I interview those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is so flawed. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I interview my friend and colleague, Sal Rametta. Sa...

In today’s special episode of Finding the Upside, we are turning the tables. Normally I'm the one interviewing the guests. And today I have my trusted advisor and right-hand, Liyana Munoz here and she will be interviewing me! She is well aware that today’s market has changed and she wants to know what someone like me, who has done the corporate path and transitioned to entrepreneurship, thinks...

NEW SERIES premiering soon on Finding the Upside! We are working on our brand new series “Creating Leaders” where I will be interviewing those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is flawed.  As a precursor to our first episode premiering in a few weeks,...

Have you ever got so locked in on your own thoughts that you don't entertain that there could be something you don't know?  That can happen in our life, in our business, and as a leader as well. In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I dive into the danger of holding onto what we think we know too tightly.  Highlighting the consequences of ignoring new insights and how it applies to our...

I LOVE assessments! I do, I’m not going to lie to you. Today, I’m talking about how assessments can help us understand ourselves in all different aspects. I am diving into the world of assessments, beyond just the typical personality quizzes. Assessments including  Myers-Briggs, DISC, and Strengths Finder can illuminate your strengths, communication style, and leadership approach. I am also discus...

SERIES UPDATE: ONE TOUGH CHICK is BACK! We are getting ready to start production on the next season of this special interview series with powerful women leaders that have bossed up BIG in business and in life!  The series features inspiring women that founded their own company, became leaders in their communities or navigated challenges in life and through our interview they share their journey. W...

NEW SERIES premiering soon on Finding the Upside! We are working on our brand new series “Creating Leaders” where I will be interviewing those that are shaping the next wave of leaders.  It’s a task that those who are called to this purpose thrive at, redefining how people lead, and changing the old model of leadership that is flawed.  As a precursor to our first episode premiering in a few weeks,...

I don’t think anyone would disagree that in our work, pushing back from the desk and taking time to think, reflect and process would be a welcomed practice…but do we actually do it?  If not, WHY? In our  crazy, insane society and culture today we don't do this and there isn’t a place for it in traditional corporate business structure.  The truth is creativity is limited and not encouraged enou...

There are so many people that have left the corporate game to start their own business - and I am one of them.  I find that the story of how that happens widely varies and there are so many off ramps or entry points that lead to owning a business. At the same time, college grads are still being counseled on how to land that amazing corporate job and others who have worked in corporate for years fe...

Work Life Balance is a term that has been historically used referring to a healthy balance between personal and professional life.  While many have strived to achieve this, and corporate leaders have attempted to make changes to their structure to support that concept, it remained elusive.  Today it is often termed the double win, where you can succeed at work and in life. It marks a tipping point...

Have you ever wondered what the word SCALE  truly means in the context of business? Well, in today’s episode of Finding the Upside we're diving into a topic that's been thrown around so much it's practically lost its meaning – scale. The word "scale" has become a bit of a cliche, used so often that it's become unclear what it really signifies. We've all fallen victim...

Our global society and US culture continues to expand with more and more cultures threaded together and weaved into our country.  Although cities throughout the US have been called a “melting pot”, what we actually see are pockets of cultures that never really merge.  Have you ever considered why? More than ever, there is a need for REAL cultural understanding and the creation of inclusive spaces...

I believe that every brand should have pillars and values that they stand on, and that also goes for this show! I wanted to give you the backstory on this podcast - how it started and how it's going. But more importantly, I wanted to explore what you can expect from this show as we embark on 2024 and where your life and business will improve from what you hear every time you tune in. In this e...

Why do people resist change? In today’s episode of Finding the Upside, I am talking about the common issue of human resistance to change.  More specifically, I am exploring how that relates to the resistance that many people have with embracing VIRTUAL as an opportunity - why is that? Is it the technology that scares so many people, or is it the unknown, or is it that the meaning applied to it is...

In the first new episode for this year, I am sharing my 2024 Intentions.  I open up about my reflections on 2023 and the process I used to ensure 2024 will look the way I want.   I am spilling my thoughts and insights from this past year, reflecting on both personal and business. I’m keeping it real and discussing the ups and downs of my own journey, particularly the challenges and lessons learned...

Whether it’s changing your behavior or hitting a goal what matters most is CONSISTENCY! In today’s shorty episode of Finding the Upside, I dive into the secret sauce I have tested and found works for either.  While I have practiced and taught the method of chunking down a bigger task or goal throughout my professional work, this small experiment in my personal life helped me prove it works for any...

Have you ever thought about the role you play at work, and how you prepare for that?  Most people don’t think about it like that, but the reality is that we are all expected to conduct ourselves in a certain way (aka play a role) whether we have a job or own a company.  There are things we do at work that we don’t at home, behave within professional guidelines that differ from our more relaxed act...

Uncertainty and change is a part of life.  To navigate through those times requires an understanding and acceptance that it's a constant in life that can't be avoided. In this episode of Finding the Upside, I am diving into the common  experience of navigating uncertainty and how to thrive in turbulent times. Together, we explore practical strategies for dealing with uncertainty, including...

Making costly mistakes with business investments is a topic that resonates with many business owners. Whether it's buying programs, hiring coaches, or joining masterminds, we've all been there, wondering if the investment will truly provide the promised value or end up being a money grab. In this shorty episode of Finding the Upside,  I explore the common pitfalls and red flags that often...