Is there ever a legitimate case for for sacking the day off, and not showing up in your business? Or should you always muscle-through those work To-Dos – even when you're unable to perform at your best, or you simply don't feel like doing them?

Today, on Part 2 of my unofficial ‘Future Self’ series, we're talking about the power of deciding your self-discipline: when to give yourself 'a mulligan' in your business activities (like recording your pod) – and what's non-negotiable (aka a non-issue!) so that you can meet your Future Self at the next level.

(Psst! If you haven't yet listened to Ep047: Your Future Self Must Win, go listen to that episode first, and then come back and press PLAY on this episode. It will make a whooolle lot more sense!)

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

You may not know how to achieve that big goal – but your Future Self does.

And if you want to achieve that Big Goal, your Future Self must WIN.

Today, I’m walking you through a powerful three-step exercise to help you uncover who’s waiting for you on the other side of all those big achievements – and how to step into your best (future!) self, even when you don’t have the first clue how to do it.

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Do you have a hard time celebrating your wins? Do you have an even harder time knowing what your ‘wins’ even are?

That’s because we’re not taught to truly celebrate our accomplishments, large or small.

Today, I’m walking you through my three-step approach to celebrating your wins, the result of which helps you cultivate an identity of accomplishment (and even BIGGER wins).

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Do you ever feel like a hot mess? Does it seem like everyone else has it all figured out, but you didn’t get the memo?

Girl, you’re not alone!

Today, we’re celebrating that feeling of being a total freakin’ hot mess. And, I’m showing you why being a hot mess is not only part of the game, it’s totally hilarious, lovingly absurd, and 100% worth your self-compassion.

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

When you press RECORD, does the thought of going off-script freak you out? Or do you perform your best when you ad lib?

Today’s Listener Q&A explores what delivery methods might work best for YOU, so you can record your pod feeling your best!

And, I’m offering up three monologue recording styles for you to experiment with in your own show.

____

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Think you’re not a personal brand just because you have a small audience? Think again!

Today, I’m walking you through the four components that define your personal brand. And, I’m giving you four Straight-Talk Actionables to help you play up your strengths when it comes to curating your personal brand as a podcaster (even if you’re just starting out, and you don’t think of yourself as an influencer or a personal brand!).

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Who are your mentors? Why do they ‘speak’ to you? And how can their positive influence help you become a better host on your own podcast?

Today, I’m giving thanks to three of my mentors, and offering up three Straight-Talk Actionables to help you identify your mentors, and how to inject their influence and inspiration into your own show.

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Worried a looming recession could rock your business? It’s your podcast to the rescue!

Today, I’m showing you why your podcast is your secret weapon to continued sales – especially during a recession – and giving you four mindset reframes to remember when it comes to getting behind the mic, in this uncertain economy.

Finally ready to start your pod? Find Your Voice today at atelierwrede.com/courses

____

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!

Do you get ready in the morning with TV news in the background? Commute to work listening to news podcasts? Go to bed at night swiping the news before bed?

Consuming all that news could be harmful for your mental health (and that may be no surprise). But did you know that it could also subconsciously harm your Voice, your message, and your greater podcasting efforts?

Today I'm elaborating on why I made the conscious decision to stop consuming the news. And, I'm offering three Straight-Talk Actionables to help you consider your relationship to traditional news media and your mental hygiene – especially when you have a far-reaching platform such as a podcast.

Positive news sources mentioned:

____

🎤 ❤️ What’s Your Podcast Personality? Take my 3 minute quiz to discover your unique podcasting style, learn what’s holding you back, and take the first step to launching a slammin’ podcast that turns listeners into loyal customers: atelierwrede.com/quiz

Say hello to me on Instagram at @atelierwrede and be sure to FOLLOW here so you never miss an episode!