Welcome to Connect Inspire Create: The Business Coaching Podcast. I'm Carol Clegg, your host and progress & mindset coach for women business owners.
Join me for conversations that
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Welcome to Connect Inspire Create: The Business Coaching Podcast. I'm Carol Clegg, your host and progress & mindset coach for women business owners.
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My guest today is Dominiece Clifton, the founder of Move And Still, Nourish Wellness Collective, host of The School of Healing Podcast, and author of Hold Space to Heal.
Dominiece Clifton’s work lies at the intersection of connection, community, and change. She empowers women entrepreneurs to build aligned and sustainable businesses and supports organizations by offering tools to prioritize mindfulness and healing.
In this enlightening episode, Dominiece shares her profound journey of self-discovery, spurred by a transformative meditation experience in 2017 when her late grandmother encouraged her to embrace her true calling. Together, we explore the importance of integrating mindfulness into schools and workplaces, and how ancestral guidance can help individuals reconnect with their gifts and navigate life's challenges with motivation and positivity.
Get ready to shift your mindset and tackle common hurdles like imposter syndrome and the scarcity mindset. Dominiece and I unravel practical strategies to maintain motivation and highlight the dangers of comparison and seeking external validation.
We also dive into the CLEAR goal framework, which stands for Cause, Level up, End game, Accountability, and Results, offering you a structured approach to goal setting and self-improvement.
From setting small, manageable goals to celebrating your wins, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you progress with confidence and a renewed sense of purpose.
A 5-day email course designed for ambitious but overwhelmed professionals. Each day you’ll receive a breathwork or sound healing audio + one productivity hack to decrease stress and achieve your goals.
https://tinyurl.com/5daystressdetox
Connect with Dominiece
https://movexstill.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiece-r-clifton-288b20b3/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
Struggling with procrastination and looking for ways to enhance productivity? Learn how to conquer procrastination by leveraging the power of accountability! This episode breaks down actionable strategies to help you turn overwhelming tasks into manageable steps with clear deadlines. Discover the effectiveness of using scoreboards, prioritizing daily tasks, and celebrating small successes to keep your motivation high. Identify and eliminate distractions, set short-term, attainable goals, and harness your peak energy times to maintain momentum and achieve more.
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
Grief is a complex and often overwhelming experience that many of us will face at some point in our lives. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of grieving and healing with Denise Dielwart, an international grief specialist.
Denise experienced this profound loss firsthand after the sudden passing of her husband. After trying many methods that were not working, Denise sought a path to healing that led to the creation of the FLOW Grief Release Method—a transformative approach to moving through grief with grace and ease.
With over 15 years of experience, she has guided thousands to reclaim their lives from grief, using her unique FLOW method that dramatically shortens the healing process from years to months. Denise's groundbreaking approach challenges the traditional stages of grief, and waiting for time, offering a lifeline to those who feel stuck and hopeless.
Her FLOW method isn’t just about coping—it's about transforming your life and rediscovering joy in a way that's both profound and lasting.
Together, we explore the cultural discomfort around discussing grief and the importance of reconnecting with oneself to rediscover joy.
Schedule Your FREE Introductory Coaching Call with Denise This isn't just a call—it's the beginning of a new chapter. Discover how the FLOW Grief Release Method can empower you or enable you to empower others. Connect with Denise and start reimagining a future filled with happiness and meaning.
https://www.flowgriefacademy.com/talk
Website: https://www.flowgriefacademy.com/
https://www.facebook.com/griefunlocked
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
What if you could let go of outcomes and embrace the present with confidence? Through the lens of the Positive Intelligence model, Carol shares her personal insights into managing personal saboteurs like the controller.
In this episode, I explore how to release the need to control outcomes and how letting go can lead to emotional freedom. By detaching from specific expectations and embracing uncertainty, we create space for growth, learning, and progress. I share a few practical steps for reframing outcomes, setting realistic goals, and building a mindset of adaptability and self-compassion.
Action Item for Listeners: Choose one small area in your life where the stakes are low, and practice letting go of your attachment to the outcome. Try to focus on progress rather than perfection and reflect on how this shift impacts your mindset and emotional well-being.
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
Have you ever wondered how to turn your passion for design and community into a thriving business? Today, I chat with the inspiring Hayley Pendergraft, owner of House and Hazel, who has done just that.
From the heart of Maple Valley, Washington, Hayley shares her heartfelt journey of returning to her hometown, raising her family, and building a business that brings people together. She tells us about her childhood memories, the support of her husband, and her mission to foster connections among long-time residents and newcomers alike.
Transforming a dilapidated building into a warm, inviting community space, Hayley has created a beautiful space that celebrates home and family traditions. Through cooking classes, shared meals, and simply enjoying each other's company, House and Hazel embodies the essence of inclusivity and connection.
Hayley’s passion for design shines through as she explains how she meticulously crafted an environment where everyone feels they belong. With the unwavering support of her biggest fan—her husband—Hayley’s vision has become a reality that enriches the Maple Valley community.
Join us for an episode filled with heartfelt stories and inspiring lessons from Hayley's journey.
Want a cool playlist to inspire you in the kitchen while making dinner? Grab that here
Connect with Haley and stop by House and Hazel in person
https://houseandhazel.com/
Follow House and Hazel here https://www.instagram.com/houseandhazel/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
Are you an introvert struggling in business?
Discover the secrets to thriving as an introverted entrepreneur with Kimberly Chauvet, the inspiring founder of Lost Art of Love!
With 25+ years of Corporate leadership and 20+ years in Direct Sales Kimberly helps introverted women in business to overcome obstacles and gain success.
Together, we explore her personal passions, including her love for reading and her unique obsession with the Grinch. Kimberly also shares invaluable insights on how introverts gain energy from solitude and provides practical advice for introverted entrepreneurs looking to build confidence and grow their ventures.
Unlock the power of strategic time management tailored for introverts. Learn how to master time blocking and theming days to ensure a harmonious balance between work and personal downtime.
Connect with Kimberly:
https://www.kimberlycharvet.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/quietsparkcoaching
https://www.instagram.com/lost.art.of.love/
Join Kimberly on Meetup - Introverted Women Meetup Group - https://www.meetup.com/introverted-women-meetup-group/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
This episode features Dr. Jeanne Retief, who takes us through her incredible transformation from an international human rights expert to a skincare entrepreneur. Jeanne bravely opens up about her struggles with generational trauma and chronic anxiety. She shares the emotional details of her journey, the tough choices she made to prioritize her mental health, and the heart-wrenching decision to walk away from a globally respected consultancy she had built from the ground up. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and the unpredictable paths to personal growth.
Find out more about Jeanne’s inspiring new ventures, including Figgi, a skincare brand designed for people with sensitive, anxiety-prone skin, and The Anxious Calm, an online community and app providing support for those managing anxiety.
Jeanne’s journey offers valuable lessons on embracing change, managing mental health, and finding calm amidst chaos.
Find out more by clicking on these links
https://linkpop.com/figgibeauty
https://www.figgibeauty.com/
https://www.docjeanne.com/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
What if your strengths could become your biggest obstacles under stress? Join us as we kick off our Paths to Pleasant Places series with our first guest, Julie Roick, an accomplished personal trainer, life coach, and author of "The Little Guide to Finding Our Lost Souls". Julie, along with co-hosts Carol, Kiri, and Francesca, explores the fascinating world of Enneagram typing and its relationship with the Positive Intelligence saboteurs.
This episode is packed with insights on how to harness the power of the Enneagram and PQ framework, leading to greater self-compassion and personal growth. Tune in to learn how to peel away the layers of personality nuances and external influences, helping you reclaim your true gifts and live with purpose.
Curious to explore more about Enneagram typing - connect with Julie HERE
and my co-hosts Francesca and Kiri
Francesca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-oduoza/
Kiri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiri-mcrae4coaching/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
In today’s episode we are going to chat about igniting your voice and finding your fire power with my guest Shā Sparks.
Shā Sparks is an energetic catalyst and fearless communicator who guides leaders to spark their voice through coaching, podcasts, and publications so they can go from fear to fired up about their life and business.
As the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Sparks of Fire International, she is the host of her signature podcast called The Shā Sparks Show along with being a co-host of three other podcasts. She is also the author of How to Get Your Voice Back, a Certified Fearless Living Coach and Trainer, Master Practitioner of NLP, and the Co-Founder of the FIRESTARTERS Book Project.
We focus on the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone. Routine and familiarity can create a comfort zone that often goes unnoticed until disrupted by new experiences or risks. Shā shares personal insights on overcoming fear. Vulnerability, she explains, is crucial for forming healthy relationships. Recognizing comfort zone limits and understanding the impact of childhood experiences are key steps in this process.
Shā's journey underscores the choice we have to either succumb to fear or embrace new opportunities for growth and healing. She emphasizes that fear is a natural response to new experiences, but it should not hold us back. Instead, we should view fear as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery.
Find out more about the Firestarters Book project here https://www.firestartersbookproject.com/
Connect with Shā Sparks HERE
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I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
Are you ready to stop self-sabotaging in your relationships and start embracing self-love?
Join us as I chat with Junie Moon, the inspiring CEO of Midlife Love Out Loud, who shares her personal journey from the stage to empowering midlife women. Discover her transformative path of healing relationships, beginning with her touching story about her evolving bond with her mother. With a focus on balancing personal joy with professional responsibilities, Junie reveals how taking breaks and practicing self-awareness are key to a fulfilling life.
Curious about why we struggle with people-pleasing and setting boundaries? This episode will shed light on how our childhood experiences shape our adult behaviors and the importance of shadow work for personal growth. Listen in as Junie and I discuss the practical steps to identify and heal deeply rooted patterns that may be holding you back. Plus, learn about a special love quiz designed to help women in the second half of life understand their readiness for relationships and uncover their unique superpowers. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to reclaim lost parts of themselves and develop healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Connect with Junie: https://midlifeloveoutloud.com/
Take the LOVE quiz https://midlifeloveoutloud.com/quiz/
I am your host Carol Clegg. I work with midlife women coaches to balance their personal and professional lives, manage stress, cultivate self-empathy, and set meaningful goals that resonate with their unique coaching practices. My approach includes a detailed accountability framework to track your growth and keep you motivated. Are you ready to bring a sense of ease and flow into your life?
If you would like to take the complimentary Saboteur assessment to discover what gets in your way and then follow up with a complimentary coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here or visit carolclegg.com
BOOK your ✅ 30 minute complimentary exploration call HERE
Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or join my LinkedIn Group Creative Ideas for Women Business Owners
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