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We're all out there looking for answers — ESPECIALLY from our gurus. We look to their success and try to build out the pieces to replicate it for ourselves. We think we're just one discovery away from the next big "secret" that's going to skyrocket our businesses or iron out the kinks in our personal lives.  But when we find ourselves face to face with our industry leaders, asking them about what...

Everyone's talking about being authentic… being vulnerable… But is it coming from a truly authentic and vulnerable place? Or are we just hopping on the band-wagon of what's cool and trendy in personal branding? Same goes for that girl you went to high school with who suddenly posts pics in her undies and shows off her stretch marks — is she part of the body positive movement because that's REAL fo...

You're high on life after spending 14 hours at a conference and meeting 25 new people and learning from some seriously inspiring leaders in your industry — been there, my friend! You're also a little worried that the high is gonna wear off, and this episode is here to remind you of that very real truth: your regular life is coming for you, and it's moving fast. The buzz is already starting to wear...

We just got back from a week in Orlando, Florida and I'm filled to the brim with realizations about making memories as a family and having a positive vacation mindset. Ever hear those people at the airport bitching about how the lines are long and they didn't get the seat they wanted or some other BS? Well those people suck at vacationing, and that's SO not a cute look. A few topics covered in thi...

60 minutes with a mindset coach — you're welcome in advance. Regardless of how far you are into your journey of self-development, Katie Potratz has a way of explaining big ideas in tangible, practical ways that are guaranteed to shift things into perspective for you. Katie explains that even the most logical thinkers can use tools like manifestation and visualization to achieve their wildest dream...

I surprised my husband with a series of questions sent in by his friends and family, and it makes for one of my very favourite episodes to date. From why he dreams of picking up roadkill, to his thoughts on social media and its influence on today's youth, it's both entertaining and informative. Plus, one question in particular has him using his one and only chance to pass. ----------------- Learn...

Everyone sorta thinks they'd have what it takes to run a super trendy and successful café, but do they really? I'm hanging out with Andy Basset, one half of the powerhouse brand: Little Victories Coffee. The dude is 23 years old and yet he's been able to team up with the right people to create a "coffee lover's paradise" that's still as busy today as it was on their grand opening. We go deep on th...

We used to let the big networks tell us what to watch. At 7:00pm we watched this, at 8:00pm, that. They told us when to laugh and what should make us feel sad or stressed out. But welcome to 2019, where with platforms like Youtube and Instagram there's no limit to what can be created and shared on a massive scale. So what effect does that have on a creator, when it's no longer the networks who eva...

When one door closes, another opens — isn't that the quote we've heard a hundred times? Well it doesn't make it any more bearable, that's for sure. We're coming up to the two year anniversary of my biggest failure and I'm just now coming to terms with WHY it happened and HOW that closed door was really a hallway that I needed to explore in order to find myself exactly where I needed to be. If you'...

This bonus episode comes to you after the release of Episode 33 with Meghan Johnston, where we talked about the power of rest and stillness and their effects on the physical and emotional body. I am so thrilled to bring you this 10 minute meditation for relaxation — please make sure to share this episode with someone who would enjoy it! Special thanks to Meghan Johnston // https://www.meghanjohnst...

"It's not magic, it's science. But it feels really magical that I can affect my mood and what's happening in my body by breathing differently…" Meghan Johnston is passionate about living a healthy, holistic lifestyle that fills her soul not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Meghan is also a certified yoga instructor with a MASSIVE knowledge of the inner workings of the b...

Is it too much to ask that every customer also has a personal connection to the brand? Jacquie doesn't think so, and I dare you to listen to this episode and then second guess whether she's going to take over the entire world… This is an all-time favourite episode because it speaks right to the heart of anyone with a big dream and a go-getter attitude. I have pulled so much inspiration from Jacqui...

It's 30 days worth of celebrity gossip in a single episode and that should be all the info you'll need to hit play. Someone pour the tea because we're talking big news including a Hollywood proposal, a photoshop scandal, a slanderous documentary, an alleged affair between bandmates, PLUS — someone got a hamster and it was trending on twitter for 3 days. It's everything you need if what you need ha...

Social media is a killer tool, especially when you're using it to grow your online business and brand. But what happens when you start seeing those red notification bubbles as a measure of your self-worth? In this ep I'm talking about what's at risk when we allow ourselves to be measured by the arbitrary metrics (like a follower count!), specifically how it leads us to feel lonely, unsuccessful, u...

Promise Tangeman is the CEO of GoLive, which helps creative small business owners launch a KILLER website that will speak straight to the soul of their ideal client. Why is it called GoLive? Because Promise is a victim of perfectionism just like 99% of her clients. If waiting until something is perfect has EVER slowed you down, you need to this episode in your life ASAP. We're touching on everythi...

We're going DEEP and getting REAL when it comes to engagement sessions today. I've been a professional wedding and engagement photographer for 8+ years and strongly believe that there are no "secrets," there are only unique experiences. This episode is a hands-on guide for photographers and brides alike, going over everything from: how I prepare my clients for their session what terminology I use...

After a textbook pregnancy that ended with a dramatic rush to the hospital just in time for the delivery, Evelyn Joy entered the world and joined our family. The rush of adrenaline and excitement would quickly turn to quiet, as this became the moment that Scott and Rebecca Hurren would discover that their beautiful daughter was showing signs of Down Syndrome. Looking back to that day in 2012 we no...

Call it a network, a clan, a tribe, a family, or a community — whichever term you use, Reagan Bradley is passionate about helping entrepreneurs find a way to connect with one another. I was lucky enough to sit on the panel at one of her LocalTalks events here in Ottawa, and got to experience the type of environment that Reagan works so hard to create: one that is welcoming, engaging, and inspirati...

Shannon Kennedy, principle planner at Kennedy Event Planning, believes that the universe has a sense of humour. Every few years, it seems, she is tested. When one piece of the puzzle clicks together, another turns to ashes, creating the constant ebb and flow that ultimately became the foundation for the strong and determined woman she is today. After a life-altering breakup with $65 in her bank ac...

Perseverance. Dedication. Strength. These are the qualities that best describe a Senior Accounting Manager who bravely set out to use the free app called "One Second Every Day" to document his ordinary life. Was it simply a series of spreadsheets and coffee cups? Or did Ryan Kelly seize the opportunity and discover that his life, in fact, was full of beauty and meaning…? It's somewhere between tho...

"SHIT. I forgot about Pinterest. Time to spend 12 hours re-organizing and re-arranging everything and be a master pinning marketing machine and make ten thousand dollars this month…" Sound familiar? I am a self-proclaimed batch work junkie. I get stuck in the rabbit hole and spend WAY too much time working ultra-focused but without a plan. But everything we know about social media marketing tells...

Kristine Aletha is a certified life coach with over 15 years of experience in mental health. We had the privilege of meeting at a life changing conference back in 2013 called Making Things Happen. Since then, we've both been on a journey to accomplish our big, scary, bold dreams while growing our families and tending to our businesses. In this episode we're talking about REAL and PRACTICAL steps t...

I suck at newsletters. So I'd like to introduce you to the next best thing: The LK Digest, AKA the audio version of a catch up session. Say goodbye to formality and structure, because we're talking about everything under the damn sun in this ep. If you don't watch TV, first of all why, and second of all you might not like this episode. If you don't read, first of all I feel you, and second of all...

When it comes to Instagram if it looks too good to be true, it might just be. The power of having a cohesive presence on social media is undeniable, which has resulted in a massive spike in the use of stock photography. That's right, folks are actually PAYING for a collection of images to make their homes, their offices, and their lives look ready for the 'gram. When used properly stock photos can...

With four kids and two businesses you can imagine Brittany West, owner of Gloss Events & Decor and Sip Beverage Bike, as a professional juggler just trying to keep every ball up in the air. Thing is, you'll never see her sweat. She may repack Lunchables into a bento box on Monday mornings and have 9 baskets of laundry in the queue, but in the West household, making magical memories is just a few s...