The Self-Employed Life

Does the world change, causing people to adapt? Or do people change, and the world inevitably changes in response? Danielle Harlan senses a new type of leadership in the world, and believes these new Alpha Leaders will soon change the way the world of leadership works. We all have the innate leadership to be a leader, but how do we get there? Danielle Harlan joins us to discuss today's ever changi...

I was challenged recently to reveal more of myself. Shocking to me because I generally feel like I say TOO much. This got me thinking about how in our quest to be our best, to do a great job at whatever we do, can our perfection block our authenticity? If we always look like we have our act together, can we unintentionally come across as unrelatable? So if you're a loyal listener of Talking Stick,...

It's time to get out there! It takes a lot of time, and a lot of effort to become an impressionable thought leader. How does one get there, though? What steps does it take to achieve recognition and social proof in your field of expertise? It's time to get recognized for your expertise! Dorie Clark joins us today to tell us exactly how. Dorie Clark is the author of "Reinventing You," and "Stand Ou...

Networking can feel like a chore sometimes, but it doesn't have to! Networking is all about forming connections, problem solving, and growing your reputation. With all the technology and platforms that can be used today to network, we have to utilize our time wisely. Kelly Hoey joins us today to discuss the ins and outs of networking. It's time to get out there! Kelly Hoey is the author of "Build...

Being an entrepreneur is full of dualities. One minute you're on top of the world. The next, you've been knocked down. We're almost always facing the best of times and worst of times, at the same time. We might be struggling in the moment, but the future looks awesome! I believe managing this roller coaster of dualities may be one of the toughest parts about being an entrepreneur. So I offer 3 way...

If you were to pick one word to represent your authentic self, what would it be? What does your story add to your competitive advantage in the world of entrepreneurship? Evan Carmichael joins us today to discuss the art of finding your one word, and the powerful advantages behind knowing your word. Evan Carmichael is the author of "Your One Word: the Powerful Secret to Creating a Business and Life...

Do you find others pushing your buttons easily, or "getting your goat?" Steve Gilliland joins us today to discuss what it means to "find your goat," and address the characteristics within ourselves that let others push our buttons. It's time to stop wasting energy on daily annoyances and focus on becoming more productive through self management. Steve Gilliland is a member of the speakers hall of...

It's very easy to get caught in a cycle of working hard and feeling like you're not really getting anywhere. You know, like a hamster wheel. It may be because the "real" work to be done, is the hard work. The inside work. That's the hard work. The personal development being a Creative Warrior requires. The adaptation, the personal accountability, the resilience, all those inner characteristics and...

Being an entrepreneur is something many dream of, but few achieve. In order to be an entrepreneur, you need to seek risk and think outside the box, when others around you may be seeking refuge. How do we get to the point of stepping outside the lines, and becoming our own boss? According to Kevin, it's all a way of thinking. Kevin Johnson is president of Johnson Media Inc. and a serial entrepreneu...

It's easy to become stagnant in our comfort zones. Many of us never leave, and adapt habits, tasks, and jobs based on our default personalities. What if I told you stepping outside of your comfort zone didn't take one big leap? You can still create a life that is ever expanding, with new strategies and confidence building by taking smaller steps and creating a sense of conviction. Andy Molinsky jo...

There's a trend going on in business that you're going to want to pay attention to. It's a shift from being personalized to individualized. Meaning, it's no longer good enough to simply personalize things. To be an effective marketer in the future, it's going to require you treat your audience as the individuals they are. You're going to have to market to the specific behaviors, personalities, and...

The world of business is more competitive than it has ever been. As we know, it is one thing to do your business well, but a completely different thing to stand out and compete against all your other competitors in our own specific industries. It's time to see opportunities in what may be viewed as a "challenging industry" and begin standing out. Len Sherman joins us today to discuss staying ahead...

Warriors, we often forget the time we have on this earth is limited. We don't all live life on a day to day basis, doing exactly what we want to do, all while pursuing our dreams. We say we can tomorrow, or take advantage of the idea that tomorrow will offer us the same opportunities we had today. Let's not wait. Kyln Elsbury joins us to remind us that the time is now. Kyln Elsbury is the co-owner...

The leading authority on personal development in the world, Marshall Goldsmith, says it's crazy to think we can accomplish big things on our own. I tell the story about a crazy daily habit he has! So I explore some of the different options you have to gain the support you need to take on big things in the world as a Creative Warrior. Don't go it alone.  The Talking Stick is in your hands now. Let...

Forming good habits is not nearly as easy as it sounds. So often, we set high goals for ourselves and then are quickly discouraged when we can't immediately meet them. Instead of making huge, overwhelming goals, we can instead create small action steps to take every day and re-make our habits. Rhett Power knows just what it means to make changes and find success, one day at a time. Rhett Power co-...

We talk about creativity all the time, but what does it really mean to be creative? How do we really push at boundaries and stay creative when we need our jobs and incomes to be stable? Finding creativity and balance is one of the biggest challenges for any entrepreneur. Michael E. Gerber is an innovator, entrepreneur, author, and thought leader. He is the author of 29 best-selling E-Myth books, t...

We all face challenging times. Persistence is one of the greatest attributes in being successful. In this episode, I offer specific ideas and strategies to help you to keep going. Because you must. You have much to offer and any challenging time is just temporary. It might be because of a loss, difficulties, or even too much of good thing causing you to wonder how you're going to keep going. This...

There's something very calming and accepting about the idea to just start where you are. Especially at this early part of the year, when we've set big goals for the year ahead, and maybe even judged ourselves for how the last year ended. To start where you are is full of acceptance and permission to be okay with where you are, right now. In doing so, I believe you set the stage for a productive ye...

Get ready to learn smart, practical tips in managing the finances of your business, from start up, to your exit strategy. We're diving in to everything from bootstrapping to bank loans, from managing your debt, to managing your data. These are the financial essentials that will help you think big about your small business.   Chris Myers is the co-founder and CEO of Bodetree.com, a leading financia...

Ever feel like you're being held back by the situation you're in? Maybe it doesn't seem like you have the opportunities others may have. Or, feel limited by the resources around you? It may be that you are letting your environment limit you. In this episode, we explore how our physical environments can limit us as well as our mindsets and false beliefs. Think beyond boundaries, Warriors! There's a...

Many entrepreneurs, particularly creatives, are uncomfortable with selling. What if you thought about selling differently, so that it didn't feel like selling at all? What if you had a system to guide you? And what if you could selling into your most generous act of all? It's all possible. How you ask? David holds those answers ahead. David Hoffeld is the CEO and Chief Sales Trainer of the Hoffeld...

Creating an exceptional and unique customer experience may be one of the best differentiators of your business today. It can help you stand out in your market, your industry, or even in the world, if that's what you choose. In today's episode, plan on learning lessons from the leading Customer Service brands in the world, Mercedes Benz. Joseph Michelli is an internationally sought after speaker, a...

To be an entrepreneur is to expect a certain amount of anxiety. Anxiety that can be an indicator that you're playing it big, or anxiety that can be debilitating and block your creativity. We're going to break it down to make sure that your anxiety doesn't defeat your creativity, and how creativity can defeat anxiety. Tiisetso Maloma has written extensively about entrepreneurship, anxiety, creativi...

What is the difference between the right and left side of the brain? We're going to take a very left brain look at the right side of the brain to understand the nature of creativity and figure out what creates breakthrough ideas, the creative process, and how we can learn to speak the language of creativity. Today we're going to learn what strategies to take on in order to accomplish the language...

Let's have a little fun and compare business to dating! You might be surprised how many similarities there are. I talk about blind dates, giving it all away too quick, rushing to get a commitment, and even when to break up. Over the years, I often make comparisons to dating with my coaching clients because when you can make it personal, you make it real. Enjoy this light-hearted and helpful episod...