What if profit is not the goal, but the outcome of doing leadership well?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by John A. Lanier, CEO of Middle Market Methods and longtime profit rainmaking expert, for a practical conversation about what truly drives sustainable growth. Drawing from more than 40 years of experience and his upcoming book Profit Rainmaking™, John shares how loyal customers, exceptional operations, and inspired teams are built, not forced.

Together, they unpack what customer loyalty really looks like, why operational excellence is a leadership discipline, and how stewardship creates teams that want to win. This conversation is for leaders who want strong results without sacrificing values, and growth that endures beyond short-term wins.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

ABOUT THE GUEST

John A. Lanier is the CEO of Middle Market Methods and a trusted advisor to leadership teams committed to excellence and competitive differentiation. His four-decade career has focused on helping organizations cultivate loyal customers, exceptional operations, and inspired teams, while maintaining a "winning the right way" mindset.

Through consulting, speaking, and writing, John brings an infectious passion for principled leadership and sustainable growth. He is also a proud member of a dog-rescuing family.

Connect with John A. Lanier

Website: https://www.profitrainmaking.com/ LinkedIn (Business): https://www.linkedin.com/company/profitrainmaking/ LinkedIn (Personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalanier/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitRainmakingbyJohnLanier Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitRainmaking/

Your story is not set in stone. Do you believe that? Every day is an opportunity to break from old patterns, reclaim your own personal narrative, and step into a future that finally feels like yours.

In this replay, Rebecca talked to author Carrie West about her forthcoming book Life Rewritten. Love is a powerful force in the midst of your story. Rewriting your life impacts the love you experience too! Tune in as Rebecca and Carrie explore transforming the way you see your past and how you can open the door to new possibilities.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Carrie's online home is https://carriekcwest.com/.

About Our Guest

Carrie KC West is an Author, Speaker and Life Story Coach who uses her entertainment industry experience to support clients with their life and business stories. A well-developed, balanced story brings fulfillment and success in business, relationships, and life. She helps people and businesses change the underlying stories that impede their abilities for success. Carrie is a sought-after speaker, webinar leader, and author of the book, Life Rewritten, launching March 2025. Find her at carriekcwest.com.

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What if the most loving thing you could do is stop betraying yourself?

In this February conversation, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes back Kim Bolourtchi, keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™. Kim challenges high-performing women to examine the invisible rules they've absorbed over time, the ones that ask them to stay small, play it safe, or keep performing long after it stops feeling true.

Together, they unpack why so many accomplished women feel stuck even when they're doing everything "right," how these limits take root, and what it truly means to lead with clarity rather than compliance. Kim shares powerful insights from her work with leaders who transformed their teams and lives by choosing alignment over approval.

This conversation is an invitation to see self-leadership as an act of love. Not the soft kind, but the honest kind. The kind that says it's time to stop shrinking and start leading from who you actually are.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Connect with Kim at https://www.kimbolourtchi.com

About the Guest

Kim Bolourtchi is a #1 International Best Selling author, a keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™, a bold framework for breaking the rules that no longer serve us, so we can live and lead with radical clarity.

She helps high-performing women stop shrinking, hiding, or performing and start building lives, careers, and communities that reflect the full force of who they are. Whether she's working with executives, entrepreneurs, or everyday change-makers, Kim delivers the wake-up call we didn't know we needed, and the clarity to do something about it.

What if love isn't something we fall into or chase, but something we learn to embody?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Becky Moller and Kim Dower for a rich, honest conversation about love in its many forms, healing love, obsessive love, embodied love, and the love that transforms us from the inside out.

Becky shares insights from her bestselling memoir Undone, Unafraid, reflecting on betrayal trauma, mindfulness, and her powerful reframing of life as a "Love Game." Through her lens, love is not an idea or ideal, but a lived, embodied practice that emerges through healing and presence.

Kim brings a poetic exploration of desire and obsession, drawing from her work on "limerence", the intoxicating, often misunderstood state of obsessive infatuation. She unpacks the stages of longing, crystallization, deterioration, and release, and how desire can fuel creativity, clarity, and self-understanding, even when love is unreturned.

Together, this conversation explores where love heals, where it confuses, and how awareness, creativity, and presence help us move from longing to wholeness.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

About the Guests

Becky Moller is an author, teacher, and mindfulness guide whose work bridges trauma recovery, embodiment, and spiritual awakening. Her path began in 2014 through deep personal immersion in addiction and trauma recovery, later serving as Executive Director of a global recovery foundation. A certified yoga instructor, university-level educator, and mindfulness and meditation teacher, Becky integrates embodiment with proven recovery principles. She is the founder of Undone Academy, a yearlong framework supporting healing through life's unravelings, and the author of the bestselling memoir Undone, Unafraid, which chronicles her journey from collapse to conscious, embodied living.

Connect with Becky: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/undoneacademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccarmoller/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becky-moller-159643230/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8wzQA5FDVaTYUPox_NACSA Website: https://beckymoller.com

Kim Dower is an award-winning, bestselling poet and former City Poet Laureate of West Hollywood. She is the author of six poetry collections from Red Hen Press, including What She Wants: Poems on Obsession, Desire, Despair, Euphoria, praised for its raw honesty and emotional clarity. Kim's work has appeared in major literary journals and anthologies, and her poetry explores desire, longing, and the complexities of romantic love. Her recent collection centers on the concept of "limerence," tracing the emotional stages of obsessive love with wit, vulnerability, and precision. Kim lives in West Hollywood, California, where she teaches poetry workshops and continues to explore the shared emotional terrain that connects us all.

Connect with Kim: Website: https://www.kimdowerpoetry.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimdowerpoetry/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.dower.3/

What if the way we begin a new season of life isn't by setting louder goals, but by paying closer attention to the stories that have already shaped us?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with writer and biographer Cathryn Farr for a reflective conversation about life writing, courage, and the quiet decisions that lead us into unexpected adventures.

Cathryn shares her journey of returning to school later in life, studying creative nonfiction abroad, and discovering how facts, memory, and meaning can coexist on the page. She offers insight into her approach to "life writing," a form of storytelling that honors truth while reading with the heart of a novel.

The conversation also centers on Cathryn's debut memoir, The Last Mile Is Always Three, which chronicles a remarkable group of women hikers who have traversed the Teton range together every Tuesday for 35 years. Through their shared miles, challenges, and friendships, Cathryn reflects on what motivates people to do hard things, keep showing up, and walk faithfully into the next chapter.

Together, Rebecca and Cathryn explore how paying attention to our stories, both written and lived, can help us begin again with intention, perspective, and purpose.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

ABOUT THE GUEST

Cathryn Farr is a writer and biographer specializing in creative nonfiction and life writing. She completed her Bachelor of English at BYU-Idaho at age 53 and later earned a Master's degree in Biography and Creative Non-fiction in England. Her debut memoir, The Last Mile Is Always Three, launches February 10 and chronicles the enduring friendships and adventures of women hikers who have journeyed together for more than three decades.

Learn more at https://lifewritingcathryn.com/

What if the limits holding you back aren't real, just invisible?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with Kim Bolourtchi, keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™, to explore how breaking the "invisible rules" we've absorbed throughout our lives can lead to greater authenticity, fulfillment, and freedom.

Together, Rebecca and Kim dive into what it means to lead with Strategic Unruliness™, not as rebellion for rebellion's sake, but as a mindful practice of choosing yourself, your truth, and your power in every moment.

This conversation is an invitation to pause, get present, and reconnect with the magic that's already within you, the kind that can transform not just your leadership, but your life.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Connect with Kim at https://www.kimbolourtchi.com

About the Guest

Kim Bolourtchi is a keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™, a bold framework for breaking the rules that no longer serve us, so we can live and lead with radical clarity.

She helps high-performing women stop shrinking, hiding, or performing, and start building lives, careers, and communities that reflect the full force of who they are. Whether she's working with executives, entrepreneurs, or everyday change-makers, Kim delivers the wake-up call we didn't know we needed, and the clarity to do something about it.

What if the real work of starting a new year isn't about pushing harder, but about rebuilding trust and clearing the chaos that quietly drains our energy?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Karen Ann Bulluck, bestselling author and leadership advocate, and Allison Williams, attorney and business strategist, for an honest conversation about trust, leadership, and intentional growth. Drawing from their books Embracing Trust and Crushing Chaos, they explore where trust breaks down, why chaos thrives in leadership environments, and how clarity can restore both purpose and peace.

Together, they explore leadership that balances purpose, clarity, and well-being, offering grounded wisdom for anyone ready to begin the year with more alignment and less noise.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

ABOUT THE GUESTS

Karen Ann Bulluck

Karen Ann Bulluck is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of DARING TO TRANSCEND®, where she empowers women leaders to take meaningful risks, lead authentically, and reshape workplace culture beyond profit alone. The first woman promoted to Executive Vice President at AM Best Company, Karen's leadership journey is defined by courage, trust-building, and cross-disciplinary impact. She is the author of Discovering Power and Pursuing Truth, part of The Ascending Ladders Series, which uses storytelling to explore leadership, trust, and purpose.

Connect with Karen Ann Bulluck: Website: https://daringtotranscend.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/karenannbulluck Facebook: https://facebook.com/karenannbulluck Instagram: https://instagram.com/karenannbulluck

Allison Williams

Allison Williams is a nationally recognized attorney, international speaker, and business strategist with over 20 years of experience. After scaling her law firm into a multimillion-dollar business in just 3.5 years, she founded Law Firm Mentor, supporting law firm owners worldwide. Author of Tiger Tactics: CEO Edition and Crushing Chaos, Allison helps leaders reduce overwhelm, lead ethically, and build businesses that support both profit and peace.

Website: https://crushingchaos.lawfirmmentor.net/book/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawFirmMentor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisoncwilliams/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/Law_Firm_Mentor YouTube: https://YouTube.com/LawFirmMentor TikTok: https://tiktok.com/law_firm_mentor Community: https://bit.ly/groupLFMM

What if the most powerful way to begin the year isn't by doing more, but by listening more deeply to ourselves and to one another?

In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Dezlee Hancock and Laurie Hartley-Moore for a rich, reflective conversation about intention, connection, and choosing to live on purpose from the inside out.

Dezlee brings the heart of meaningful conversation, how words, presence, and authentic connection shape our relationships, our faith, and the way we show up in the world. With wisdom drawn from both study and lived experience, she reminds us that every interaction holds the potential for growth, learning, and love.

Laurie offers a holistic lens on intentional living, sharing how understanding human behavior, energy, and even color can support clarity, balance, and well-being. Her insights invite listeners to consider how small, mindful choices can create powerful shifts in how we experience life.

Together, these women explore how starting the year with intention creates space for healing, clarity, and purpose, grounding us in what truly matters as we move forward.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

About the Guests

Dezlee Hancock is a conversation enthusiast, communication advocate, and self-proclaimed word geek. With a degree in Human Communication, she believes her most valuable education came from living a full, and often messy, life. Dezlee is a Realtor, author, entrepreneur, wife, mother, grandmother, and trusted advisor who thrives on creating meaningful connection. Grounded in faith and family, she believes every human interaction holds the potential for love, learning, and laughter.

Learn more at www.dezleehancock.com

Laurie Hartley-Moore is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Human Behavioral Expert, and nationally accredited Native American Medicine Woman with more than 35 years of experience in health and wellness. Through her work as a practitioner, creator, and mentor, Laurie empowers individuals to reclaim their physical and mental well-being using holistic life skills. Her approach weaves together holistic health, human behavior, color psychology, and spiritual connection, offering practical tools for living a balanced, vibrant, and purpose-filled life.

As we have launched into a new year, it's time create a year that's truly aligned with what lights you up. Your core values and passions can guide you toward what truly matters and keep you grounded in your unique identity. In this replay, Rebecca will talk with guests Skye Bellarmine and Gary Fretwell about how their new books flow out of their passions and purpose. Don't let this be a year of just checking off a list of resolutions. Instead, align your actions with your passions and prioritize what truly matters to you. Whether you're releasing a new book, trying a new hobby, or taking a risk in your work!

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Our guests are also online. Skye's online home is https://www.starskyepress.com. Gary is online at https://www.garyfretwell.com/.

About our guests:

Skye Bellarmine's nomadic family was always moving, so she learned early to adapt to multiple environments and personality types. Coupling an advanced degree in life skills with her intuitive empathy, she writes about how to rise above life's challenges while never taking anyone or anything for granted. Having survived being hit by a wrong-way driver on the Interstate, doctors told Skye she might never walk again. After twelve surgeries and six years of recovery, she learned to walk…into a new life. Skye's determination enabled her to emerge not just from the wreckage of the car accident but also from her marriage to a narcissist. Tarnished and transformed by these experiences, Skye uses her story to help others embark on journeys of self-renewal. Breaking Solace is her first book. Book Two of the Trilogy, Escaping Solace, will launch on February 4, 2025. Walk with Skye's character, Tali, as she confronts her abuser and finds her purpose. Find her online at: www.starskyepress.com

Gary Fretwell is a transformational change agent, impacting nearly 1,000 institutions across the U.S. and Canada. His warmth and genuine connection make him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Gary excels in identifying changes that elevate organizational success. He also leverages his expertise in the nonprofit sector, helping various organizations navigate challenges and seize opportunities. As president of Prescott Meals on Wheels, Gary has led strategic initiatives for sustainable success, fostering collaboration and rallying support for capital campaigns to extend their reach. Gary values personal growth, enjoying reading, exercising, and spending time in nature with his golden retrievers. His compassion and curiosity inspire those around him, encouraging self-discovery and understanding. You can find him online at https://www.garyfretwell.com/.

The holiday season can be fraught with all kinds of emotions - some good, some hard. They are full of memories, hopes, expectations, hurts (present and past), gatherings, and plans. How can we navigate all of that with hopefulness? In this replay, our guest, Deborah Wiener and Janet Schmidt, will talk with Rebecca about the ups and downs of the holidays. You'll come away with honest, authentic thoughts about the magic of your holiday celebrations as you close out 2021.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Deborah's online home is at http://Fengshuibusinessconsultant.com.