The Intentional Advantage

Our measurement of success usually comes in the form of numbers. We track how well we are doing based on what those numbers tell us. But how do you decide which numbers to track? The hard truth is that most of us have spent a lot of time tracking numbers that take us out of alignment with our true definition of success. In today's episode we'll talk about vanity metrics, I'll pull back the curtain...

How do you possibly live On Purpose when you don't have a vision for what you want? Or what do you do when your dream is taken away? Often the realities of daily circumstances keep us from truly stepping into the life we want and it may seem difficult to separate the circumstances of your present with the possibilities of your future. On today's episode we're talking about how you see the micro-mi...

Purpose has so much weight to it and, because of that, we can shy away from figuring out our purpose. But if you aren't living on purpose– living with intention and towards something bigger than today– life can feel meaningless and dull. We often struggle through life based on what we think we are "supposed" to do. Today's episode gets to the heart of how you can live with more intention even when...

Motivation is the word mentioned more than any other on this week's episode. Why? We often we blame our lack of motivation as the main reason why we don't follow through or why we have abandoned goals in the past. Motivation is key when it comes to accomplishing any big goal or dream. So how do we build motivation to accomplish our goals? We start by using a framework that guarantees our success -...

Your thoughts have the ability to influence your reality. So often we forget or we don't notice our own thoughts, but the truth is: scientists have discovered that about 85% of your thoughts are negative and 70% of those thoughts repeat constantly.. Our brain is primed to help us survive and belong--even if survival means not living your best life. In today's episode, Cathy Heller and I discuss wh...

The biggest mistake people make with their goals is that they don't set the right goals. Let me phrase that: They don't set the right goals for themselves. There's no magic list of goals you need to complete in order to be successful. Goals should be personalized and customized so they are in alignment with your purpose. In today's episode we'll talk about how you discover your purpose and how to...

Most people believe that their biggest dream is probably impossible. The truth is: we all have the tools needed to achieve any goal or dream. Every single one of us can accomplish greatness if we choose it. In today's episode I'll be sharing the 5 keys to achieving your goals -- keys we all have the ability to use. I'm giving you a behind the scenes glimpse of how I achieved one of my biggest goal...

Is adversity an advantage? Sometimes it can feel like the deck is stacked against you… but what if that is actually an opportunity to step into becoming your best self? Today's guest, Chris Norton, personifies the adversity advantage. He believes taking radical responsibility for yourself can allow you to unlock the "power to stand." Chris was told that he had a 3% chance of ever regaining movemen...

This is how we start a movement, we start with a pebble that causes ripples. When you stand for what you believe in, those ripples expand and grow. It starts with you. It sounds inspiring, but the truth is: it can be a little difficult and scary. In today's episode I'm talking about how we can make sure we stay aligned with our values --even when it means going against the status quo and feeling u...

Is it selfish to go after my big dreams and goals? That's almost always the first question I get when I talk about living on purpose. We women are used to making sure everyone is taken care of before we worry with ourselves. What if we could turn that around? What if we could let go of feeling selfish so that we actually could make the impact we want in the world around us? Today's episode will in...

What does it mean to be extraordinary? When the pandemic hit in March of 2020, people around the world began questioning if they were living their lives to the fullest. In today's episode we'll define purpose and how that looks in your everyday life, how to break the patterns of life on repeat, whether your job needs to be tied directly to your purpose and we'll talk about how our stress affects o...

How well do you handle uncertainty in your life? It isn't easy to recover when things don't go as planned, but there are ways to give ourselves the grace and room we need to recover and move forward. In this episode, learn the importance of letting go when thing's don't go your way, plus tips and tricks for figuring out what to do next. You'll hear the importance of finding your purpose, plus how...

How do you feel about setting goals? Honestly, there's a lot that we get wrong about setting concrete, meaningful goals that will truly move you forward. Join me on this episode to learn some tips for setting goals that make sense for you and why it's time to do away with old goal-setting strategies of the past. You'll discover what purpose and intention have to do with goals, plus my new system f...

The word "purpose" can feel really heavy and weighted… like something we want to put off and not think about because it's just too big. In today's episode we focus on redefining purpose, it simply means we are working on something bigger than today—living a life aligned to a larger idea, created and set by you. We can live each day On Purpose by choosing how we want to spend our time and where we...

Do you have a dream you want to achieve? On this episode, join special guest Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint water, and podcast host of The Kara Goldin Show as she discusses her latest book Undaunted . You'll learn what it takes to tackle obstacles that threaten your success, plus tips for overcoming self-doubt so you can live the lucrative life yo...

Ever had the perfect plan, only to have it completely fall apart?  The truth is: the best laid plans never work out exactly as you believe they should. And that can be extremely frustrating..so how DO we plan if the plan constantly feels like it's changing? We need to plan with a vision in mind, but we also need to build in flexibility and grace to allow life to happen. Today we'll talk about what...

Do you feel guilty doing what you want, when you want? Tune into this episode to learn how to stop focusing on what you think you "should" be doing so that you can get back to what you really love and want to do with your time. You'll hear tips for saying no to the status quo, plus ideas for tapping into the power of choice so you can create a life that feels right and works for you on your terms!...

Do you know how to declutter your home and create the harmony you need to succeed? Join special guest Allie Casazza to talk about her new book Declutter Like a Mother and why it's okay NOT to be a minimalist when it comes to maintaining your home. You'll learn tips on how to create rules for your home that work for your unique lifestyle, plus strategies to get your family on board. You'll also dis...

How do you make time for the things you want to do? Tune into this episode for tips on how to manage your time better so that you can create space for the things that matter. You'll learn strategies for making time slow down, plus tips for changing how you perceive the time you have each day so that you can feel more in control of your day and better prepared to tackle all of the tasks, responsibi...

What's your relationship like with wealth and success? Join special guest Patrice Washington, an award-winning author, transformational speaker, hope-restoring coach, and conscious media personality, to discuss her latest book, Redefine Wealth for Yourself: How to Stop Chasing Money and Finally Live Your Life's Purpose . You'll learn about Patrice's journey to success and why you need to redefine...

How do you handle change in your life? While change can be uncomfortable, here's the truth: there's a reason for all the discomfort life brings. What's more, there are strategies to cope with change that will make life easier to handle, even when it feels hard. Join a special guest and me on this episode to learn how to deal with change by focusing on what you can control. You'll learn more about...

Are you ready to reverse engineer and achieve success? Join special guest and best-selling author Ron Friedman as he talks about his book Decoding Greatness and what it means to reverse-engineer success. Discover the ideas we get wrong about success, the difference between inventing and innovating (and which one drives success forward), and the importance of being a collector. You'll also learn ho...

Are you compromising too much of yourself? In this episode, join me as we discuss living on your terms and going against the status quo. You'll learn why you become what you tolerate and how to prevent settling for whatever comes your way by embracing your most authentic self instead. You'll also discover strategies to help you break free from the constraints that society imposes so you can get to...

Are you kidnapping yourself from the life you want? Join special guest Ashley Stahl, a counter-terrorism professional turned career expert and best-selling author of the book You Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, Design Your Dream Career , to talk about the power of choice. You'll learn how to figure out what you want and how to stop letting fear keep you from living out your dreams, plu...

Are you living your life on your terms, or are you playing by someone else's rules? In this episode, join me as we talk about the power of choice and what it means to design a life entirely on your terms (and how to do it). You'll learn how to stop tolerating whatever comes your way so you can start living your purpose, plus ways to go against the status quo and get back to doing the things that m...