Carve Your Own F*cking Path

Carve Your Own F*cking Path

By Willow McDonoughEducationSelf-Improvement
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Carve Your Own F*cking Path episodes

  • Start Before You Are Ready with Public Speaker - Asger Lindholdt

    Asger Lindholdt followed an academic path that was paved for him from a young age, completing a Masters in chemical engineering and a Ph.D. within ship coating. When he hit 30, Asger was was fed up. He was sick and tired of looking at a computer screen all day, bored of corporate meetings, and felt like he wasn't making any real difference in people’s lives. For years he struggled to find his true passion. Until he found it - but was too afraid to go for it. He took all the courses and immersed himself in personal development, and finally acted on his dream. Only to discover his real joy lies in helping people shine and express their ideas on a stage, so they can make a bigger difference in the world. He understands first hand how daunting, and overwhelming it can be to take the stage while hundreds of people are looking at you. Today, Asger is proud to say he's helped dozens of individuals, organizations, high-profile speakers, entrepreneurs, academics and TEDx speakers.

    He has created several systems that make it easy for speakers to implement, so they can in a short amount of time become much better public speakers. His approach is always to identify the root problems, then help you tap into your unique style and personality with frameworks rooted in science and backed by positive results in the REAL world. 

    Listen to learn how you can master the art of sharing your message from any stage.

    Connect with Asger here:

    https://www.talerne.dk/ 


    1 hr 7 min
  • Are You Waiting For Permission? with Meridith Grundei

    Meridith is an award-winning Theatre Director, Producer, and former Second City improv teacher, who recognized the similarities between performing on stage every night and presenting to clients/colleagues every day. But the latter didn’t have the right tools to bring their stories to life. A decade later Meridith's business, Grundei Coaching, has helped thousands of individuals and corporations achieve career growth and success. Meridith specializes in presentation and public speaking consultation, individual training and development, and creative team solutions using improvisational theatre techniques to build trust, empathy, and out-of-the-box thinking. 

    Connect with Meridith here: 

    IG @meridithgrundeicoaching

    www.grundeicoaching.com

    www.confidentlyspeaking.club

    Podcast: Are You Waiting For Permission?

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Reinvent Yourself With Intention w/ Founder, Mentor, and Coach Robb Gilbear

    Robb Gilbear’s journey isn't your typical one. He started his first business as a teenager, did cubicle time in big multinationals, toured from coast to coast as a DJ, and spent half a decade as a People & Culture leader in award-winning tech companies. Through it all, Robb's been driven by the desire to understand what makes businesses thrive, regardless of the market conditions and what truly makes people more confident, happy, and impactful. Robb left a secure six-figure office job to pursue a passion for coaching and now is a six-figure coach. He mentors purpose-drive coaches in landing high-ticket dream clients so they can ditch their self-doubt and build a scalable business doing what they love.

    If you're looking for a mentor who can guide you into a lucrative career as a purpose driven coach, connect with Robb below;

    IG @robbgilbear

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbgilbear/

    www.GrowthHabit.org

    42 min
  • Reinvention With Intention w/ Founder, Mentor, & Coach Robb Gilbear

    Robb's journey isn't your typical one. He started his first business as a teenager, did cubicle time in big multinationals, toured from coast to coast as a DJ, and spent half a decade as a People & Culture leader in award-winning tech companies. Through it all, Robb's been driven by the desire to understand what makes businesses thrive, regardless of the market conditions and what truly makes people more confident, happy, and impactful. Robb left a secure six-figure office job to pursue a passion for coaching and now is a six-figure coach. He mentors purpose-drive coaches in landing high-ticket dream clients so they can ditch their self-doubt and build a scalable business doing what they love.

    If you're looking for a mentor who can guide you into a lucrative career as a purpose driven coach, connect with Robb below;

    IG @robbgilbear 

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbgilbear/

    www.GrowthHabit.org


    41 min
  • What REALLY Matters in Life with Mic Tee 'The Music Guy' (Part 2)

    PART 2: Mic Tee asks himself big questions - the WHY behind all the pushing, grinding, hustling. And he shares the power of evaluating it all, to really see what matters most in life. 


    "When I started chasing the life of no borders and limits, I found myself in a life of borders and limits."  Today's guest is Mic Tee, a Music Executive and Producer originally from Toronto, Canada but seen in studios all over the world. Mic Tee started carving his path in the music biz as a scrappy club DJ/MC in college to then ghost writing and producing submissions for huge named artists (Pharrell, Flo Rida, Pitbull, Lil Wayne – just to name a few). When Mic Tee's music career took off rather quickly, his lifestyle reflected a version of success many strive to achieve. Mic Tee most recently teamed up with a number of his industry colleagues to start an artist development and music education firm, Emtee Education. The company helps artists and labels in developing a strategy to build a long lasting career in music. With a strong focus on the emotional and mental aspect, Emtee Education's main goal is to bring the importance of career sustainability into the forefront.

    In this episode Willow and Mic Tee talk candidly about where his love of music began to what really matters in life now after achieving success in the music industry.  We tackle the topics like; the pressures of having to answer 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' and how it plays into the hustle culture, and eventual burnout, how not everything is what it seems behind the glossy images and flashy online personas, how asking yourself the big question; ‘Why am I doing this?’ leads to clarity, spirituality and the power of a higher purpose.  By re-evaluating his version of success, Mic Tee reignited the things that actually matter. Like being able to change the world, and making people's lives better.  Listen in to hear all of this and much more!  Follow Mic on IG: @itsmictee Check out his mentorship venture: emteeeducation.com


    32 min
  • Nobody Knows Anything with Serial Entrepreneur Jeff Conlon
    Jeff Conlon is the Founder and CEO of Ideas Money Art (IMA), a digital advertising agency based in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a serial entrepreneur and advocate of emerging technologies, he began his first company on an Apple II in 1986 and created a profitable video production company as a junior in high school. He began his public speaking career way back at Macworld 2002 on a panel about the future of High Definition Filmmaking and continues to be a regular speaker and guest lecturer. In 2004, he co-founded Ideas Money Art (IMA) to utilize these new digital tools and help IMA’s clients achieve greater success through their online presence. 
    As an ambitious young man, Jeff wanted to make the cover of TIME magazine. For what exactly, he wasn't sure but knew he was destined for success. After a trifecta of failures in his early 30's, Jeff was forced into adulthood. Which then led to the birth of his company, IMA. 
    Tune in to hear Jeff's story about the highs and lows when you follow your passion and creativity, rather than take the prescribed path.
    Connect with Jeff here: 
    IG @freeconlon
    Twitter @freeconlon
    Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpconlon/
    www.ideasmoneyart.com/
    52 min
  • What REALLY Matters in Life with Mic Tee 'The Music Guy' (Part 1)

    "When I started chasing the life of no borders and limits, I found myself in a life of borders and limits."


    Today's guest is Mic Tee, a Music Executive and Producer originally from Toronto, Canada but seen in studios all over the world. Mic Tee started carving his path in the music biz as a scrappy club DJ/MC in college to then ghost writing and producing submissions for huge named artists (Pharrell, Flo Rida, Pitbull, Lil Wayne – just to name a few). When Mic Tee's music career took off rather quickly, his lifestyle reflected a version of success many strive to achieve. Mic Tee most recently teamed up with a number of his industry colleagues to start an artist development and music education firm, Emtee Education. The company helps artists and labels in developing a strategy to build a long lasting career in music. With a strong focus on the emotional and mental aspect, Emtee Education's main goal is to bring the importance of career sustainability into the forefront. 

    In this episode Willow and Mic Tee talk candidly about where his love of music began to what really matters in life now after achieving success in the music industry.


    We tackle the topics like; the pressures of having to answer 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' and how it plays into the hustle culture, and eventual burnout, how not everything is what it seems behind the glossy images and flashy online personas, how asking yourself the big question; ‘Why am I doing this?’ leads to clarity, spirituality and the power of a higher purpose.

    By re-evaluating his version of success, Mic Tee reignited the things that actually matter. Like being able to change the world, and making people's lives better.

    Listen in to hear all of this and much more!

    Follow him on IG: @itsmictee
    His new venture: emteeeducation.com


    38 min
  • Running and Destruction to a Path of Self Love with Sam Morris

    You know when you meet someone who exudes clarity and confidence in who they are? Sam Morris is that kinda guy. Sam guides men through the healing process and journey to self-love, so they can step into their purpose. His tagline is 'Be a warrior. Don't be at war.™' 

    The path that led him to becoming the speaker, conscious leader, and coach he is today - was full of loss, pain, addiction, self-hatred, and depression. 

    Sam spent most of his adult life living to the fullest - what he calls 'F*ck It Mode' - but in a very destructive sense. 

    Up until Sam was 38 years old he was an alcoholic, in and out of rehab with several DUI’s under his belt, he'd lost his house, destroyed many romantic relationships, lost a lucrative career in real estate, and had cut family ties after he lied to his family to get money to fuel his drug and alcohol addiction. 

    It all came to a head 8 years ago, as he sat by himself shaking with fear after a 4 day bender. He could no longer ignore the inner knowing that his life of running and destruction had to end. He called 911 and started his journey of sobriety. This time he was successful in staying sober, as he began to identify childhood traumas and unhelpful patterns that were at the root of the chaos. 

    Sam changed his perspective to; 'F*ck It to the FEARS and do it anyways.' He has since worked as a recovery coach, mental health coach, and currently facilitates mens groups to talk about and process the trauma they’ve experienced. The bedrock of it all is aligning with other men who could hold space for him to show emotion and say “I see you.”

    Sam is the founder of The Unbreakable Human Collective, an interactive web-based personal development program for men and women wanting to “slay their mental dragons” of depression, anxiety and addiction.

    He's the Chief Culture Officer at Five To Flow, a wellness consulting agency designed to help every business find their flow. 

    On May 1st Sam is giving his first TEDx Talk on the subject of "Why You Need to Stop Settling for Hope." 

    Follow him on IG @samgibbsmorris for daily inspirational content & links to his men's coaching program & upcoming TEDx Talk! 


     




    37 min
  • Michaela Guzy - Inspirational Global Storyteller and Fearless Beyond Reason

    Michaela Guzy is an American media executive, entrepreneur, speaker and on-air show host. She appears regularly on morning TV shows across the US as the sustainable, transformative travel & authentic human connection expert. When the travel industry came to a screeching halt due to COVID-19 - Michaela pivoted, adapted, and has continued on her path and mission to tell a good story. 

    • In 2012, Michaela left Corporate America in NYC as a young 'hot shot' after climbing the ladder in the luxury travel industry. On a soul-driven trip to Africa, she founded OhThePeopleYouMeet (OTPYM) which documents stories of interesting people doing inspiring things. With Michaela now at the helm for 9 years, OTPYM has grown into a well-respected editorial content site and video series for socially conscious consumers, thought leaders and responsible travelers seeking authentic local connection. 
    • Michaela attributes her success to saying 'yes' and showing up consistently with a hard working attitude. Being on-camera came naturally to Michaela, and became a bit of an overnight sensation after an audition video for a travel hosting gig played in NYC taxis. Which led to a slew of travel show hosting opportunities around the world. 
    • Michaela grew up in the midwest in a busy and loud household, where airtime was brief. The 'quiet one' amongst her 3 sisters, she secretly wanted to be Johnny Carson, and would watch Nat Geo with awe and wonder. Dreams came full circle when she created a video series in Sierra Leon where she interviewed one of her childhood hero's, Jane Goodall. 
    • Michaela says, 'I'm living out my passion right now - I was the hardest of workers in my corporate job. Now as a leader, doing my own thing - it's a labor of love, I eat breathe, and sleep what I do. 
    • 'I'm not driven by money or power - I believe in the people, and I want to tell a good story. I will figure it [money] out, no one is going to stop me.' 
    • In response to COVID-19 Michaela created a daily LIVE at 5pm IGTV show on @MichaelaGuzy #InspirationStation which is a viral success.

      https://ohthepeopleyoumeet.com/

      Instagram: @MichaelaGuzy

      Yotube: https://www.youtube.com/c/michaelaguzy/featured


      1 hr 8 min
    • Authenticity in Anxiety, Addiction, and Relationships with Megan Shaylor

      Megan Shaylor AKA @entirely_koalaqueen, has built a loyal following on IG by showing up as herself - navigating life through battles with severe anxiety, addiction, single motherhood, codependency, and dating. Megan originally started her IG account to share all things related to her love of the keto diet. But after sharing a bit of her personal struggles with mental health, her audience appreciated the vulnerability and honesty in showing that side of her life. Looking back she realizes how promoting diet culture was a mask for her disordered eating. Megan then decided to start to showing up more authentically online, with a mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health, and having those hard conversations with ourselves that lead to self acceptance. 

      Megan says, "I know when I speak my truth, I’m helping another person through their pain - and I connect with them. We’re connecting over the fact that we've all got the same emotions, and feelings, and it’s OK to talk about them. My mission [for showing up online] is so people never have to to feel alone." In the world of influencers and the ideal of perfection, Megan is committed to never being 'unreal' again. Megan speaks about how she's no longer defined by her trauma or any other diagnosis, because it's only a story about her and it doesn't have to be her identity. Megan says, “Authenticity is allowing yourself to be imperfect. I want to be known for being myself. When you’ve lived your whole life not feeling allowed to be yourself - to be complemented for being yourself, is the biggest compliment!" 

      Her advice for anyone struggling to show up authentically, is to start doing it because you won’t know what’s on the other side. Get out there and do it, imperfectly. 

      Follow Megan @entirely_koalaqueen and listen to her podcast! 

      The Entirely Koala Queen Podcast:

      https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-entirely-koala-queen-podcast/id1535860301



      46 min

    About Carve Your Own F*cking Path

    From the publisher's feed

    A podcast made to inspire you to create a life and business on your own terms. You’ll hear candid interviews with people who boldly decided to blaze their own trail after a life changing event. Your host, Willow McDonough, is an on-camera coach and digital storyteller. 5 yrs ago Willow moved from San Francisco to Lisbon, Portugal taking a leap into the unknown. Today she helps elevate your personal brand's presence online. Tune in to pick up tidbits of actionable advice and feel inspired by stories of people walking an unconventional path.