No More Mondays

What if happiness isn't a reward for success, but its foundation? In this episode, Ashish Kothari shares his journey from corporate consulting to founding the Happiness Squad, a movement aimed at democratizing human flourishing. Despite a seemingly perfect career and life, Ashish faced anxiety and burnout that led him to rethink what real success means. Why does this matter? We live in a world mor...

Perfectionism and imposter syndrome are often hidden forces that drain energy, fuel self-doubt, and push many of us to overwork just to feel worthy. In this episode, Heather Whelpley shares her personal story of being a lifelong overachiever who realized she was trapped by rules she never consciously chose — rules about success, worth, and productivity that stem from cultural and gender expectatio...

Halfway through the year is a critical time to check in on those goals we set with so much hope in January. On this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen welcomes Julie Ellis—entrepreneur, leadership coach, and author of Big Gorgeous Goals—to share her philosophy on setting ambitious goals that inspire, challenge, and ultimately fulfill us. Julie helps us understand the difference between conve...

We're more "connected" than ever and more disconnected than ever — from each other and from ourselves. In this Midweek Momentum, Angie unpacks why real connection starts on the inside, what it actually means to show up with presence and authority, and why stillness might be the most underrated leadership skill there is.

Showing up authentically isn't just a feel-good motto; it's a strategic advantage in today's fast-paced, AI-driven world. In this episode, I sit down with Michael Fineman—a speaker, communication expert, and self-proclaimed dot connector—to explore what it really means to have presence and authority rooted in authenticity and identity.  We get beyond surface-level confidence and talk about the int...

In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Wayne Herring, an engineer turned business coach, to explore why systems alone fall short when it comes to solving human problems in business and leadership. They discuss how blending analytical thinking with self-awareness, connection, and community creates a more sustainable approach to entrepreneurship and team leadership. This con...

Most people don't lack vision. They lack follow-through. In this Midweek Momentum, Angie digs into what it actually takes to cross the space between knowing what you want and doing something about it — including why designing your life is a daily practice, not a one-time decision.

We all have dreams, but turning those dreams into something real takes intentionality, reflection, and sometimes tough pivots. In this episode, Kent Julian joins Angie Callen to discuss what it means to live on purpose and design a life and leadership style that truly reflects your unique strengths, values, and desires—not just defaulting to what's expected or financially tempting. This conversati...

You can't build a sustainable career, lead well, or show up for the people who matter most if you're running on empty. In this Midweek Momentum, Angie talks about why physical well-being isn't separate from professional performance — it's the foundation everything else is built on, and it's time to start treating it that way.

We all know what it takes to be healthy, but why does it feel so difficult to stick with the basics? In this episode, Marcus Gates, fitness coach and former athlete, pulls back the curtain on the psychological and practical barriers that keep many of us from following through on nutrition, workouts, and self-care. More importantly, Marcus shares how taking consistent, manageable actions leads to g...

The barrier isn't out there. It's a story you wrote and decided to live inside. In this Midweek Momentum, Angie breaks down why most "stuck" feelings are self-imposed — and how the same muscle you've already been using to do hard things in one area of your life is the exact muscle you need to break through in another.

Feeling stuck is something many high achievers experience, but it's rarely about skill or ability. Often, it's invisible mental barriers and outdated belief systems that hold us hostage. In this episode, I'm joined by Gerren Power, founder of Power Consulting, who blends mental performance, emotional intelligence, and leadership development to help us understand what's behind these blocks—and how...

We tend to think clarity comes first—and then we take action. But what if it's actually the other way around? In this Midweek Momentum, Angie Callen builds on her conversation with Steve Woodruff to challenge a common trap: waiting until everything feels clear before making a move. Because the truth is, clarity isn't something you think your way into—it's something you earn through action. In this...

Confusion kills decisions, but clarity wins conversations. In this episode, Steve Woodruff, known as the king of clarity, sits down with Angie Callen to explore why clear communication is often harder than it seems—and how mastering it can transform your leadership, marketing, and everyday interactions. Why this matters: We live in an age of constant noise and distraction. The challenge is not jus...

We've reached a point where optimization is everywhere—and that's exactly the problem. In this Midweek Momentum, Angie challenges the assumption that more efficiency always equals more progress. From AI workflows to endlessly tweaking systems, it's easy to confuse iteration with forward motion. But here's the truth: just because something can be optimized doesn't mean it should . This episode expl...

We all know the feeling: hesitation to speak up, fear of being judged, and the nagging sense we don't belong. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Melissa Hughes, speaker and author, to tackle the real root of imposter syndrome — and the surprisingly simple yet challenging antidote: authenticity. Why does this conversation matter? Because navigating the modern work world...

Procrastination. We all do it. And we all think it's more about time management and laziness than anything else. More often than not, there is an underlying psycological situation happening that's creating the battle.  Tune in to hear more about how you can overcome it. Maybe next time you think "Oh, I should go do that," you'll just get up and do it! 

What if financial independence wasn't about extreme couponing, rigid rules, or starting early? In this episode of No More Mondays, Chris Luger—the engineer-turned-real estate investor and creator of Heavy Metal Money—shares his grounded and human approach to money. From navigating life changes like divorce and raising teenagers to intentionally choosing what you really need versus want, Chris offe...

If you're leading a team and your meetings sound more like status updates than strategy, you need this episodes. These 7 minutes will change how you look at communication and collaboration!

Stories shape who we are, often more deeply than we realize. But what happens when the stories defining us aren't truly our own? In this episode, Chad Peterson, known as The Story Catcher, joins Angie Callen to explore how reclaiming our authentic stories can lead to greater joy, peace, and purpose in work and life.  Chad's work helps people uncover, preserve, and rewrite the narratives that defin...

Innovation in today's unpredictable world demands more than following best practices—it requires embracing human uniqueness and fresh perspectives. Stephen Shapiro, innovation expert and author, joins Angie Callen to unpack how leaders can navigate complexity by leveraging their teams' diverse talents and focusing on asking the right questions. In this episode, we explore: - Why copying best pract...

Waiting until you feel confident before you take action? That's exactly what's keeping you stuck. In this week's Midweek Momentum , Angie breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about growth, confidence, and progress: the idea that confidence comes before action. Inspired by both her book Scary Good and this week's conversation on the podcast, Angie shares why: confidence is built through ac...

We all know authenticity is valuable, but what does it really mean to live authentically in today's fast-paced world? This episode with transformational coach Aria Raphael unpacks how authenticity is not a destination but a dynamic experience that emerges from both self-expression and connection with others. Aria shares how fear and societal conditioning can pull us away from our true selves and w...

Are you asking the right question… or just trying to fix the wrong problem faster? In this week's Midweek Momentum , Angie dives into a powerful (and often overlooked) human skill: asking better questions. Inspired by a recent session inside the Master Job Search Coach program, this episode explores how easy it is to: take problems at face value jump straight into action focus on fixing symptoms i...

AI is transforming the marketing world at breakneck speed, introducing exciting possibilities and complicated challenges. In this episode, I sit down with Tony Lloyd, digital marketing strategist and founder of Pathfinder Digital Marketing, to cut through the noise and talk about how to be thoughtfully AI-enabled without losing your personal voice, values, or sanity. Why this conversation matters:...