Just Start: Get Visible

Some conversations are just meant to be and this was one of them. Derrick Simpson of DAS Remodeling & Design shared the story of how his company came to be and where his inspiration for making dreams comes true was born. It was an inspiring, thoughtful an overall conversation that chronicles his journey from big box stores to a stop at the justice department to ultimately changing lives and relati...

I really love today's episode. I mean, in our history of over 200 episodes this is the first time that I have interviewed a DJ... and it's not just any DJ, it's our dear friend, DJ Kutz, aka Mike West. From sharing his historical love for music, how he "live" practices and how he navigates staying musically creative, this was quite a special conversation. Also, this episode is so special that you...

We're hitting rewind and revisiting one our older episodes. We're sampling from episode #100 and we couldn't be happier! And, this time, we're taking it up a notch. Our guest, Jennifer Peeples, founder of Perfect 10 Mixology is joining me in person for this dynamic conversation about how she started this organization in the most unexpected ways. You ready? Let's get started!        

Things happen and sometimes we get disconnected from the people that we most need to be connected with. Use this episode as an opportunity to respark old connections and start the things that you want to do!

Yes - the big things are important, but getting a handle on mastering the small things is what will keep you going. Today, let's explore your opportunity to Master The Small Things!

Let's explore that in today's episode.

Whey I say, "get visible", a wave of doubt might cloud over you, because you may not know how to really get started! Well, this episode is filled with 5 ways to get visible right now!

Has anyone else felt a little foggy lately? ...like its hard to start, keep going or even think straight because of what feels like brain fog? Let's do something about that. I'll share my experience with that feeling today and give you some pointers to take fast action against it. Let's get started!

Look, the year is pretty much 50% over.  This is the pep talk that you need to get it together and KEEP GOING! #juststart

You're home. Like, you're home a lot.  So, what are you going to do about it? What if you could adjust just a few things to make your home office, home corner or wherever you're retreating to, to work, more inspirational and comfortable? We had a wonderful conversation with Nayoka Simone, Interior Design Expert at NyRai Designs, about how she got started, some mistakes that she made and some of he...

Go Go Go... break! Do things feel like that for you? I was really excited to engage in a conversation with Jeff Wilson about his process of managing chaos, but then unwinding and resetting. His refreshing approach and commitment to unplugging and a regimen are worth hearing about, adopting and using to help you start and elevate. This episode was originally released on July 7, 2022.  Ready? #justs...

We have a special guest this week and it's none other than Kevin Eikenberry. Kevin and I had a great conversation exploring his colorful and accomplished career in the leadership world.   It's always a pleasure to talk to guests who have career longevity and deep insights into trends, habits and what really works. In his newly released book, Flexible Leadership, we explore how you can start to ope...

I've never said that starting was easy, but it is well worth it! There's another thing that often comes along with starting -  rejection! Starting is absolutely possible and something that I encourage, but let me be honest and tell you that you will get a resounding "no" sometimes.  That doesn't mean that you don't get started or move forward! Today's conversation is with  Myka Meier of Beaumont E...

Now more than ever, finding spaces to refresh, recharge and reset are essential. You deserve to have the space and time to start the things that you want to do. But, you might need to take the necessary steps to Plan Your Own Personal Retreat. Take these quick steps in this episode to help you get started! Ready? Let's get started!

A new year means new plans! Perhaps your plans this year are to attend more conferences and trainings, and leverage professional development opportunities. Well, I'm afraid to share that many of those opportunities are on the pricey side. Also, considering that company and personal budgets are always getting adjusted, modified and even eliminated, we have to think creatively about how we are conti...

This sampled episode meets present day! While I recently attended CES 2025 and ended up wearing loads of makeup because of my presence on the stage, it reminded me of how powerful the makeup industry is ... clocking in at about 617 billion dollars recently. Listen to this episode with Alexandra Butler as she shares her experiences and even dives into the world of reinvention with a new look! Even...

Oh the irony of 12/31 falling on the day that we release podcasts! It's the perfect day to share my top 10 lessons from producing this podcast and supporting people starting the things that they want to do this year!  So, here it is....

While we often wait for the right sign or the glimmer of a miracle to get started, its actually a gift that we can give to ourselves. Let's explore how to give yourself the gift of starting. 

Just like you likely want to support you, there are ways for you to be supportive as well! I adopted a practice of asking people one simple question that has stuck with me for decades. Let me share a bit more... Let's get started!

Do the people around you actually know how best to support you? When is the last time that you truly introduced yourself? Is it time for your to Brief Your Circle? Let's get started!

My goodness! Our last video episode of the year is so worth the wait! What a wonderful conversation with Matt Onojafe of Jafe Cycling about how he builds community through cycling, what opening up a storefront is really like and what's next. You don't want to miss this dynamic conversation. It will inspire you. It will challenge you. It will leave you inspired to JUST START! Let's get started!

Have you ever been traveling somewhere and you arrived to your location unaware of the route that you actually took to get there? Yeah, me too - it happens! We often go on autopilot and forget about our surroundings. This often happens in our workspaces - where we're unknowingly in an uninspiring space that keep us from being motivated and excited about starting anything new or even being good at...