CLARATY in Action

If you’ve ever stumbled over the question, “So… what do you do?” this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Laura Templeton, master communicator and messaging strategist, and she’s teaching us how to craft a personal branding message that actually lands — with clarity, confidence, and connection.

Here’s why this matters: when you know how to clearly share who you are, what you do, and who you serve, you stop spinning in confusion and start showing up with authority.

🔑 You’ll learn how the right message:
✅ Brings clarity to YOU and your target audience
✅ Attracts the right clients and opportunities
✅ Helps you lead yourself (and others) with confidence
✅ Removes the fluff and focuses on what really matters

Because here’s the truth — if you can’t communicate your value, no one else can either.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to craft a message that opens doors, builds trust, and positions you as the go-to in your space.

Meet Laura: Laura Templeton (affectionately known to many as Laura T. ) accomplished speaker, bestselling author, and brand communication strategist who has made a name for herself as a leading authority in value-based communication and connecting with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

With her engaging signature keynotes based on her books “30 Second Success: Ditch the Pitch and Start Connecting!”, Laura has helped countless individuals and organizations to improve their communication skills, build stronger relationships with clients and customers, and ultimately achieve greater success in their careers.

Connect with Laura here

https://30secondsuccess.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/30secondsuccess/

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Culture isn’t just a buzzword — it’s your bottom line. In this episode of CLARATY in Action, I sit down with Karen Holliday, President of NYAK Consulting and Top 100 COO Award winner, to talk about why building a healthy, empowered team isn’t optional — it’s everything.

We dive into how culture impacts productivity, retention, and profitability, and why leaders can’t afford to ignore it. Karen shares practical, actionable insights to help you align your team, create clarity, and drive results without burning everyone out.

If you’ve been struggling with disengagement, turnover, or feeling like you’re the only one rowing the boat — this episode is your wake-up call.

Meet the Guest

Karen Holliday is the President of NYAK Consulting with more than 30 years of experience in operations and executive leadership. She has served in senior roles at Fiserv, Discover Card, Harte-Hanks, and more, and was named a Top 100 COO Icon by ONCon in 2023 and 2024. Karen is also a Program Advisor for Women in Leadership at Valparaiso University and is passionate about helping organizations unlock their potential through people.

Connect with Karen

https://nyakconsulting.com/about-us

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-holliday/

Sick of waiting for the “perfect moment”? This week on Clarity in Action, Mariah Prince-Allen—CEO, author, and Nurse Practitioner behind Telehealth for HER—reminds us that you don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. Her mission? Empower high-achieving women to rewrite the narrative around their health, energy, and confidence 

Tune in to hear why waiting only holds you back, and how starting exactly where you are is your first, boldest step forward.

More about the Guest

About Mariah Prince-Allen, DNP, FNP-BC

Mariah Prince-Allen is a Nurse Practitioner, speaker, author, and founder of Telehealth for HER. Her mission is simple: empower women to stop feeling broken and start feeling powerful again.

Through hormone optimization, gut health, and metabolic support, Mariah helps ambitious women reclaim their energy, confidence, and clarity. Her own journey from burnout to balance fuels her passion for guiding others to live and lead with vitality.

Connect with Mariah

https://www.mariahprinceallen.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mariahprinceallen/

Dive into Magnetic Communication with Erik Therwanger—former U.S. Marine, leadership strategist, and founder of Think GREAT. Discover why communication, the most misunderstood leadership tool, is the key to unifying teams, driving clarity, and elevating results. Tune in as Erik reveals how quality thinking, active listening, and authentic connection elevate culture, performance, and impact.

About Erik Therwanger

Erik Therwanger is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran turned executive, author, and founder of Think GREAT. He scaled a media company’s sales by over 300% and now champions leadership development, strategic planning, and communication excellence through speaking, coaching, and his books—including The Communication Movement. He’s also the founder of the Think GREAT Foundation, delivering scholarships for military spouses. Erik weaves leadership insights with a deeply personal story of caregiving, resilience, and purpose.
Think Great

Connect with Erik here: https://www.thinkgreat90.com/think-great-speakers/

https://www.instagram.com/eriktherwanger/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-therwanger-5624b35/

What would you do if you lost everything in 30 days—your job, your relationship, and your identity? For Chris Hiigel, it was the reality check that sparked a movement:Re-writing Chris.

In this powerful episode, Chris shares his raw story of hitting rock bottom and choosing to rebuild. We dive into:

• Why letting go of who you used to be is essential for growth
• How to forgive yourself without carrying guilt
• Why your past does not define your future
• How life happens—and goes on—if you choose to move forward

This isn’t just about Chris’s journey. It’s about finding yourself when life turns upside down.

Follow Chris and his movement:

TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@rewritingchris
▶️ YouTube: RewritinngChris https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCHZ-xN_qE7xWuLI1uPtJdA

Are you feeling stuck—or worse, lost—and longing to be found? Then this episode with transformational strategist Martine Cohen is for you.

Martine, bestselling author of No More Layers and leadership coach, guides high-achievers like us to shed the beliefs and fears that keep us playing small
Martine Cohen - Experience Your Essence+1. In this episode of CLARITY in Action, we dive deep into why playing it safe is often the biggest obstacle to real growth and fulfillment.

You’ll learn:

• How being lost is actually the starting line.
• Why leaning into fear, discomfort, and curiosity can be your greatest teacher.
• Why safety = stagnation—and how to choose clarity instead.

We also tackle the pain points many of my clients face: the fear of failure, the paralysis of uncertainty, and the temptation to stay small instead of aiming big.

Tune in to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to step out of safety—and into clarity.

Martine Cohen is a transformational life strategist, leadership coach, bestselling author, and keynote speaker. With over 20 years as an attorney and strategist, Martine blends her expertise with intuitive, soul-aligned guidance. Her signature No More Layers approach helps high-achievers shed limiting beliefs and reconnect to their authentic selves—allowing them to move forward with clarity, confidence, and aligned purpose.

Martine’s journey began when a traumatic brain injury in 2016 forced her to confront the question: “If I’m not my brain, then who am I?” What followed became a powerful reawakening and the foundation for her coaching framework. Today, she helps clients, leaders, and audiences uncover their inner power and lead from alignment—not fear.

✨ Connect with Martine Cohen:

• Website: martinecohen.com
  
  
• Book: No More Layers
  
  
• Instagram: @martinecohenofficial
  
  
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/martine-cohen-
  
  
• Facebook: facebook.com/martinecohenofficial

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Brandon Puffer — former MLB pitcher, author, coach, and survivor of personal downfall — to explore his journey from professional sports to prison, and ultimately redemption. Together, we unpack the unvarnished truth about owning our actions, never taking life for granted, and using faith as a compass in our darkest hours.

Brandon shares how a single decision led him from the dugout to an orange jumpsuit, how he navigated the shame and isolation of incarceration, and how he rebuilt his life through accountability, faith, and resilience. We laugh, we tear up, and we leave inspired — because redemption isn’t a destination; it's a daily choice.

About Brandon Puffer:
Brandon Puffer is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played 15 seasons in pro ball and earned a World Series ring with the 2004 Boston Red Sox. After a devastating mistake led to a five-year prison sentence, Brandon turned inward, leaned into his Christian faith, and rebuilt his life on the foundation of accountability. Today, he’s the author of From the Bullpen to the State Pen, a motivational speaker, coach, and founder of Coach Puff Positive — using his story to encourage others toward restoration, resilience, and purpose.
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Contact & More:

• Website & booking: coachpuffpositive.com
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• Socials: Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn — @coachpuffpositive
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• Book: From the Bullpen to the State Pen (available on Amazon)
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If you want something bad enough, you're going to have to fight for it. This week on CLARATY in Action, I sit down with Lori Pappas — speaker, coach, and founder of the Power of Peace Project — to talk about what it really takes to overcome adversity and chase the life you want.

We talk about how to stay grounded in your truth, when to pivot, and why clarity is essential in tough seasons. Because let’s be honest — you can’t win a fight when you’re living blurry.

If you're facing a challenge, this episode will help you refocus, rise up, and move forward.

🔗 Learn more about Lori at www.loripappas.com

Grab her NEW book The Magic of YES here  https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Yes-Embrace-Woman-Within/dp/B0DKPWW1SD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GR2V6BGKRSWV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DYAry1o1cXbrvyHpxe3Llw.caeR9c2w3aMK4oS98FlijwQPsi5-DpUGglHH1u4UZSE&dib_tag=se&keywords=lori+pappas&qid=1754430489&sprefix=lori+pappas%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-1

What if the thing holding your business back isn’t a lack of strategy,  but rather holding onto resentment?

In this powerful episode of CLARATY in Action, I sit down with Nicole Harvick, trauma therapist, mindset coach, and forgiveness expert, to dive deep into the real cost of holding on to anger, guilt, and shame — and how it's silently sabotaging your focus, your leadership, and your business success.

We explore:

• The psychological and physiological toll of unforgiveness
• The myth of “forgive and forget” — and what real forgiveness looks like
• How holding on to resentment impacts your energy, clarity, and decision-making
• The importance of owning your role in conflict
• The difference between reacting vs. responding — and how it can shift your entire leadership approach

If you’re ready to free up your mental bandwidth, boost your emotional intelligence, and finally let go of what’s weighing you down — this one’s for you.

Connect with Nicole Harvick:
Nicole Harvick is a trauma-informed therapist, speaker, and transformational coach who helps individuals release limiting beliefs and emotional blocks. With over 25 years in clinical practice, Nicole specializes in helping people heal from trauma, anxiety, and patterns that no longer serve them. Learn more at nicoleharvick.com.

IG https://www.instagram.com/nicolesharvick/

LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-harvick-4409a5a/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUyvw5BqLTwSmkDnk7bBMJA

I talk to myself all the time… but I don’t always listen.
In this episode of CLARATY in Action, we dive deep into the power of intuition—that inner voice that knows us better than anyone. My guest, leadership expert and intuitive strategist Eric Samdahl, shares how tapping into our intuition can unlock clarity, boost creativity, fuel innovation, and lead to better, bolder decision-making in life and business.

We explore:

• Why most people ignore their inner guidance—and what it costs them
• How leaders can use intuition to navigate uncertainty with confidence
• The science and strategy behind combining logic and gut instinct
• Real stories of intuition leading to breakthrough ideas and opportunities

If you're craving clarity, connection, and courage, this episode is your nudge to start listening inward.

Eric Samdahl is the founder of GHS&D Group, a leadership strategy firm that helps organizations align culture, talent, and results. With decades of experience guiding C-suite leaders and high-growth teams, Eric combines systems thinking with intuitive insight to unlock breakthrough solutions. He believes that the most powerful innovation comes from within—and that when leaders learn to trust themselves, they become unstoppable. Learn more at ghsdgroup.com.