Leading in the Age of AI

What if sales wasn’t about pressure, performance, or persuasion… but about purpose? In this transformative episode of Ambitious, Awakened & Aligned , host Laurie Hawkins sits down with powerhouse Sales & Success Coach Kirsten Schmidtke to unravel the truth behind what makes sales feel magnetic—and what keeps high-achieving leaders stuck in cycles of burnout and plateaued growth. From leadi...

In this soul-stirring episode of *Ambitious, Awakened & Aligned*, we welcome the legendary Rick DellaRatta—a world-renowned jazz pianist, composer, vocalist, and the visionary founder behind Jazz for Peace™. From composing at Abbey Road Studios to orchestrating a global movement that brings music and mission together, Rick is on a journey that redefines what it means to lead with heart and har...

In this transformative episode of *Ambitious, Awakened & Aligned*, we sit down with Pamela Dangelmaier—certified life coach, TEDx speaker, and award-winning mindfulness facilitator—to explore the radical clarity found in stillness. Through her signature work, *The Power of the Pause*, Pamela shows us how the smallest moments of intentional silence can become the biggest catalysts for creativit...

What if your body held the exact answers you’ve been searching for—and was ready to lead you into the next evolution of your life, leadership, and legacy? In this powerful episode, Laurie sits down with Kristina Kastelanac, Health Professional, Healer, and the visionary founder behind Body Wise Insights. Together, they explore the unseen forces that keep high-achievers stuck and how to finally rec...

In this extraordinary episode of Ambitious, Awakened & Aligned, we sit down with Guy W. Gane, Jr.—a man whose life story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and radical personal power. Once one of the most respected Financial Advisors in the U.S., Guy’s career was shattered when he was accused—and ultimately incarcerated—for crimes he continues to deny, despite passing multiple polygr...

A conversation with Tracy Litt on radical identity evolution, nervous system healing, and becoming limitless. There are conversations that crack something open inside you—and this is one of them. In this electrifying and soul-expanding episode, Laurie sits down with her mentor and guide, Tracy Litt, founder of The School of Becoming®, for a conversation that goes beyond personal development and in...

In this episode of *Ambitious, Awakened & Aligned*, we sit down with Marsha Vanwynsberghe — an NLP Trainer, six-time bestselling author, magnetic speaker, mentor, podcaster, and publisher — to explore the inner revolution that happens when we stop operating from sheer ambition and start aligning with our subconscious power. Marsha shares what it means to burn the old stories to the ground, ste...

What if the most powerful leadership tool isn’t a strategy or a system—but a state of openness? In this deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with the unstoppable Pamela Pearson —Director of Operations at Sentes Automotive and the magnetic force behind Ladies Happy Hour . From leading 200+ employees to building one of the most inclusive, connection-driven networks in her community, Pamela shares h...

What does it take to truly elevate your life, leadership, and impact? Alan Lazaros , CEO, business coach, and host of the globally recognized Next Level University Podcast , has dedicated his life to answering that question. But his journey wasn’t always clear-cut. After surviving a near-fatal car accident at 26 , Alan faced a moment of reckoning—one that forced him to re-evaluate everything. He l...

What if the key to unlocking your highest potential isn’t in doing more, but in aligning more deeply with who you truly are? In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with the extraordinary Renée Walker —mindset coach, spiritual teacher, and founder of Renée Walker Wellness —to explore the profound intersection of spirituality, mindset, and manifestation . Renée is a powerhouse in guiding women to...

What if what you wear isn’t just about fashion, but a powerful tool for self-expression, confidence, and leadership? In this electrifying episode, I sit down with Liana Louzon , founder and designer of ROCKING VIBE , to explore the profound connection between personal style and energetic integrity . Liana shares her incredible journey—from finding creativity through secondhand fashion to building...

What does it take to live an uncommon and extraordinary life ? To rise above challenges, master your mindset, andleave a legacy that truly matters? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Terry Tucker , a speaker, author, cancer warrior, and former SWAT hostagenegotiator , who has spent his life turning adversity into opportunity. From the frontlines of law enforcement to the battle against canc...

🔥 What does it truly mean to step into your power, rewrite your narrative, and lead from a place of fierce authenticity? In this electrifying episode, we sit down with the unstoppable Urmi Hossain —a self-published author, speaker, finance expert, and advocate for women in leadership —as she shares her extraordinary journey of navigating identity, resilience, and courageous leadership. Born into...

What if the greatest illusion we’ve ever lived is that we are separate—separate from each other, from Source, and from the very force that created us? What if the truth is that we are not waiting, striving, or chasing—but simply remembering? In this transformational episode, Laurie Hawkins and Beth Silva dive deep into the power of I AM —not as an affirmation, but as a field of being. Together, th...

High-achieving leaders wear many hats—but is “busy” one you truly want to keep? In this episode, we’re flipping the script on hustle culture with Ali Rukavina , Founder & Owner of Happy HOURS . Ali has built a business around one powerful mission: giving busy souls their time back. We’ll dive into the real cost of busyness , how outsourcing can be an act of self-care, and why asking for help i...

✨ What if the secret to true success wasn’t about doing more but about becoming more—aligning with your highest self and stepping into limitless potential? ✨ In this soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with the extraordinary Binu Dhindsa —Intuitive & Spiritual Coach,Speaker, Hypnotherapist, and Founder of the Limitless! Empowerment Program —to explore the sacred intersection of spirituali...

What happens when you take everything you’ve learned from a corporate career—every rejection, every lesson in leadership, every experience in building customer trust—and use it to create something entirely your own? In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse TinaTruszyk , who made the bold leap from corporate leadership to founding CX&E Brand Solutions .We dive deep into the real, unfilte...

✨ What if ambition and well-being weren’t at odds, butrather, two forces that could coexist in harmony? ✨ In this deeply transformative episode, I sit down with the brilliant Janette Downie —Founder of Space CreatorzMarketing , host of Anxiously Ambitious , and creator of The Chill Space —to unravel the raw, unfiltered truth about ambition, anxiety, and redefining success on our own terms. Janet...

Money isn’t just about numbers—it’s a deeply personal reflection of our beliefs, experiences, and self-worth. In this episode, I sit down with Kate Thompson , financial expert and founder of the Cents & Sensibility Book Club , to explore the powerful insights from Money, A Love Story by Kate Northrup. This isn’t your typical conversation about finances. We’re peeling back the layers of guilt,...

What if a simple idea scribbled on paper could turn into a movement of love, impact, and connection? In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Lauren Walker-Lee—fashion creative, stylist, and founder of The Love Club —to explore how clothing, community, and collaboration intersect to create meaningful change. From styling high fashion to launching a grassroots charity that provides clothing...

What if the key to success wasn’t just strategy, but the depth and quality of our relationships? In this transformative conversation, Laurie Hawkins sits down with MichelleBohls , psychotherapist and Imago Faculty member, to explore the Relational Paradigm —a powerful approach to communication that fosters deeper trust, leadership, and human connection. Together, we unpack how intuition and relati...

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, I sit down with my incredible daughter, Courtney Dowling , a brilliant Psychotherapist and someone who truly lights up every room she walks into. Together, we dive into raw and meaningful conversations about life, business, relationships, mental wellness, and the power of support. We also open up about our own journey through hard things—how we've navi...

What if your body held the key to your greatest business decisions? In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Kristina Kastelanac , founder of Body Wise Insights , to explore the profound connection between intuition, leadership, and success. We dive into the wisdom of the body—how to recognize its signals, build trust in your intuition, and use somatic awareness as a strategic tool in busine...

Ever wonder what happens when a former police officer swaps the badge for bold, conscious leadership? In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Parker, co-founder of FunX , to talk about the power of fun, play, and alignment in leadership. Andrea shares her incredible journey from policing to purpose , uncovering the ways she now helps leaders break free from old paradigms and step into their most j...

In this episode, Laurie Hawkins engages in a compelling conversation with Ema Dantas—a dynamic entrepreneur, philanthropist, and accomplished mountaineer. Ema shares her extraordinary journey of summiting the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest.  Ema discusses her motivations, challenges, and triumphs, offering insights into how her mountaineering feats parallel the mental mountains...