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Is work-life balance really achievable, or is it a myth we've all been sold? In this episode, Matt and I get into why we've stopped chasing balance altogether and started embracing what we call “work-life harmony” instead. We talk about the seasons of running a business, choosing your stress instead of resenting it, and why giving yourself permission to define your own "enough" might be the most important mindset shift you can make as an entrepreneur.

We also share a few of our own behind-the-scenes moments (including one particularly memorable soap dispenser repair at Benchmark), why recognizing your own growth is so much harder than celebrating someone else's, and the sneaky way we all move our own goalposts without even noticing.

Tune in to hear more about:

• Why "work-life balance" is a myth, and what work-life harmony looks like instead
• The different seasons of running a business: grind mode, maintenance mode, and everything in between
• Why giving yourself permission to choose your stress changes everything
• How to define your own "enough," whether that's a dollar amount or a feeling
• Why we all unintentionally move our own goalposts, and how to notice your own growth
• Why having people in your corner to celebrate your wins matters so much

If you're a high-achieving entrepreneur craving real support and someone in your corner, it might be time to stop wearing every hat alone. High-achieving male entrepreneur? Matt's your guy @Matt_Arruda! High-achieving female entrepreneur? I'm your girl @AlliArruda Send us a DM on Instagram and let's see if 1:1 coaching is the right fit for you.

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I’m back with another collab episode with my friend Kristina Bartold, host of the podcast Community, and co-founder of The Social Snippet and High Vibe Women. Join us for a conversation all about turning in-person connection into real partnerships and how to get event sponsors without leaping straight to the big ask. 

We dive into what it actually takes to build brand collaborations, pitch sponsorship, and create the kind of community-first experiences that make people want to say yes. Kristina shares how High Vibe Women grew out of a simple piece of advice she once received, and how that belief has shaped everything from her earliest dinners to sponsorship deals that have grown year over year.

Tune in to hear more about:

• Why Kristina believes "friendship first, business second" has been the foundation of High Vibe Women's growth
• How to pitch brand partnerships, starting with a simple list of your dream brands and a genuine DM
• Why sponsorship asks are like "at bats," you earn the bigger number by building trust and social proof over time
• How to turn a brand's "no" into a win-win by asking, "What would work for you?"
• Why leading with "how can I be of value?" is the real key to landing repeat partners

One of my favorite reminders from this conversation is that you do not have to nail the big ask right away. Whether it's a small dinner, a local event, or your very first sponsorship pitch, showing up with value and consistency compounds over time. I'd love to hear what stood out most to you from this convo! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know, and be sure to connect with Kristina @Kristina.Bartold too!

Mentioned:
• My Aligned Purpose Podcast (Nicole Crone) 
• The Small Business School Podcast (Staci Millard)

Kristina's Links:
High Vibe Women OCT 2026 
https://www.highvibewomen.ca/october-2026-event
Podcast - Community https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011831
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kristina.bartold/
Website https://thesocialsnippet.com/
High Vibe Women https://highvibewomen.ca/

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How do you find the confidence to raise your prices without losing sleep over it? That's exactly what I get into with Nicole Crone, co-host of My Aligned Purpose, on our very first collab together! Nicole is the co-founder of My Aligned Purpose with her business partner Kaila Pilecki, and together they've built a coaching business for women entrepreneurs that crossed a million dollars in revenue after making one of the scariest pivots of their business: moving forty-six one-on-one clients into a group coaching program.

We get into the real, unfiltered story behind that pivot, the bathtub-crying moment, the WhatsApp chats, the clients who said yes at the start, and how it grew from there. I also share my own experience raising membership prices at Benchmark and why it feels so personal even when the business isn't named after you!

Tune in to hear more about:

• Why Nicole and Kaila moved forty-six one-on-one clients into a group coaching program, and what it took to make it work
• The real, honest story behind raising your prices, and why it feels so personal
• Treating your business decisions like data, not failure, is the key to trying new things
• The mindset shift that turns "I'm doing pretty good" into a full “quantum leap”
• What it looks like to build a business partnership as a visionary and an integrator
• Why Nicole believes friendship, not competition, is the foundation of a strong business partnership

Raising your prices is scary, but staying stuck is scarier. If this episode gave you the confidence you needed to make that leap, I'd love to hear about it! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know what stood out to you!

Connect with Nicole:
• Instagram: @myalignedpurpose  // @nicolecrone__
• Podcast: My Aligned Purpose Podcast
• Website: myalignedpurpose.com

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Wondering how to be more visible online without feeling fake or forced?
I'm back with a short but sweet solo episode on a topic you all know that I am SO passionate about: visibility. I'm taking you all the way back to when I started my Inspire + Move Instagram account, back when I used to crop my own face out of every photo! I share the whole story of going from faceless photos to fully stepping into being seen, plus a homework assignment I give my 1:1 clients to help them find their content pillars.

We also get into why authenticity beats "slop" every time, how imposter syndrome and visibility always coexist, and why putting in the reps, whether that's Instagram stories or pull-ups, is the only way through it. Plus, I share a massive, terrifying opportunity I just said yes to!

Tune in to hear more about:

• The real story behind my early, faceless Inspire + Move Instagram account
• A simple post-it note exercise to find your content pillars
• Why authenticity beats "slop," and being the same person online and in person
• Why visibility and imposter syndrome always show up together, and how to work through it
• Starting small: the exact path from Instagram stories to reels to going live
• My big, uncomfortable yes: keynote speaking in 2027!

If this episode resonates, I'd love to hear what stood out most to you! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda.

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In part two of my chat with Staci Millard, host of The Small Business School Podcast, we dive into visibility, leadership, personal growth and what it really takes to show up well in business. We talk about how your season of business can shape the way you approach social media, growth and where your energy is best spent. We also get into the behind-the-scenes of building something new, managing imposter syndrome and becoming a stronger leader, while creating habits that help us show up as the best version of ourselves. Catch part 1 if you missed it here! 

Tune in to hear more about:

• Why visibility matters, but should still align with the season your business is in.
• How Staci is navigating the uncomfortable process of building software and learning to hold belief in a bigger vision.
• Why leadership starts with how you regulate yourself, communicate and show up for your team.
• The self-development practices we both prioritize, from sleep and nervous system regulation to movement and mindset.
• Why creating energy, confidence and consistency can have such a powerful ripple effect in business and life.

Growth asks us to become a different version of ourselves along the way. Whether that means stepping into stronger leadership, sharing more of the journey, protecting our energy or simply believing in ourselves before everyone else can see the vision, the work starts with us. I’d love to hear what stood out most to you from this convo! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know!

Instagram: @staci.millard /// @thriveaccounting
Podcast: The Small Business School Podcast
Thrive Accounting Website

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In collaboration with The Small Business School Podcast, I’m joined by my friend, podcast host, fellow entrepreneur and business owner Staci Millard for a deep dive into business growth, meaningful relationships and what it really means to invest in the right rooms. We talk about how some of the most valuable opportunities in entrepreneurship come from connection, collaboration and being willing to show up ready to learn.

We also get into the realities of making bold business decisions, listening to your intuition, evolving your brand and knowing when to stay focused on what you do best.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Why the relationships you build in the room can become more valuable than the event itself.
• How to think about ROI when investing in masterminds, events and business communities.
• Why taking action after receiving advice is your responsibility as an entrepreneur.
• How we’ve learned to hold the vision through pricing changes, pivots and uncomfortable business decisions.
• Why listening to your customers, reviewing the right data and focusing on what you do best can help you build a stronger brand.

Not every opportunity has to produce an immediate sale to be valuable. Sometimes the real return is a relationship, a new perspective, an introduction or the confidence to make a move you’ve been avoiding. This is only part one of our chat and there is so much more to come! I’d love to hear what stood out to you! Shoot me a DM on @AlliArruda

Staci's Links
Instagram: @staci.millard /// @thriveaccounting
Podcast: The Small Business School Podcast
Thrive Accounting Website

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Fresh off my third year attending Lindsay Marie’s Powerhouse Women event in Arizona, I’m sharing some of the biggest personal growth, entrepreneurship and mindset takeaways I brought home with me! This episode is all about getting uncomfortable, showing up more authentically, building the right relationships and giving yourself permission to keep evolving.

There were so many powerful reminders throughout the weekend, especially around growth and creating a life and business that actually feel aligned.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Why comfort can quietly become a trap and how getting uncomfortable can help you grow.
• What it means to rewrite your story instead of continuing to live inside an old version of yourself.
• Why authenticity helps the right people, community and opportunities find you.
• How challenging seasons, grief and change can become powerful catalysts for personal growth.
• Why accountability, mentorship with people who support and celebrate you can make such a difference.

One of my biggest reminders from this weekend was that we do not have to build, grow or navigate change alone. We can be grateful for where we’ve been, release what no longer fits and keep choosing the people, experiences and opportunities that support where we’re going next.

If this inspires you to take one uncomfortable action, show up a little more fully as yourself and keep moving toward the life you truly want, I’d love to here from you! My IG inbox is always open @AlliArruda.

Mentioned:
Lindsey’s Instagram @lindseymarieofficial
Powerhouse Women Instagram @powerhouse_women
Powerhouse Women Website 

Liifehack Longevity
https://liifehack.janeapp.com/
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In this episode of Inspire + Move, Matt and sharing about how our definition of success has shifted in our 40s. What once felt important in our 20s and 30s, from status symbols to constantly pushing harder, has evolved into something that feels a lot more grounded, intentional and aligned.

We’re talking about the idea of building a different kind of wealth portfolio, one that includes your health, relationships, time, community, financial future and the people you choose to surround yourself with.

Tune in to hear more about:
• How our definition of success has changed as we’ve gotten older.
• Why quality, health, time and experiences have become more valuable than simply having more.
• The importance of being intentional about where you invest your money, energy and attention.
• How your environment and the people around you can either elevate or drain you.
• Why prioritizing your physical health, mental well-being and long-term financial stability can completely shift how you experience success.

We also get into the idea of auditing your own “wealth” portfolio, spelled W-E-L-L-T-H, and asking whether the way you are spending your time, energy and money actually supports the life you say you want. Success can look different in every season, but for us, it now feels a lot more like feeling strong, having meaningful relationships, creating experiences we love and building a life that supports us long term.

If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean SO much to me if you could leave a 5-star rating or review on your favourite listening platform! Don’t be afraid to shoot me a DM if you did too @AlliArruda  on Instagram! You can find Matt’s IG here @Matt_Arruda!

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I’m back with Dr. Arshad Hack of LiifeHack Longevity for part two of our conversation all about taking a more intentional approach to our health, performance and longevity. In this episode, we go even deeper into the habits, testing and everyday choices that can help us feel stronger, recover better and support the way we want to age.

We talk about everything from VO2 max and zone two cardio to burnout, nervous system regulation, sleep and the routines Dr. Hack personally uses to stay on top of his own health. I also loved hearing more about how data can create positive feedback loops and help us actually see the impact of the work we’re putting in.

Tune in to learn more on:
• Why VO2 max is such an important marker for longevity and how zone two cardio can support cardiovascular health, endurance and visceral fat levels.
• How testing and retesting things like VO2 max, strength, balance and range of motion can help us measure progress over time.
• Why burnout is so common and the simple practices Dr. Hack recommends for calming the nervous system and creating more balance.
• The importance of sleep and why prioritizing recovery can completely change your energy, mood, performance and overall health.
• Dr. Hack’s own daily habits around nutrition, hydration, fasting, movement and the health data he personally pays attention to.

One of my biggest takeaways from this conversation is that longevity is not about doing everything perfectly. It’s about creating habits that actually work for your life, paying attention to how your body responds, and being willing to adjust when something is no longer serving you. This is your reminder that sometimes more is not better, whether it’s training, work, or the pressure we put on ourselves, recovery and balance matter just as much.

So grateful to Dr. Hack for joining me for this chat and sharing so much knowledge with all of us. If this episode resonated, send it to someone who would love this conversation too!

Dr. Hack’s Links:
Instagram: @liifehacklongevity
LiifeHack’s Link Tree 

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I’m so excited to bring this conversation to Inspire + Move! In part one of this two-part conversation., I’m joined by Dr. Arshad of LiifeHack Longevity to talk about what it can look like to take a more proactive, personalized approach to our health. After Matt and I went through the LiifeHack experience ourselves, I knew I wanted to dive deeper into the data, testing and insights that can help us better understand what is happening inside our bodies.

We talk about the difference between simply living longer and actually extending the number of years we feel strong, capable and healthy. From preventative testing and biomarkers to body composition, recovery and knowing when more isn’t always better, this conversation is such an interesting look at what it means to truly “age with agency.”

Tune in to hear more about:

• Creating LiifeHack Longevity and the gaps between traditional reactive healthcare and a more preventative approach.
• The difference between lifespan and health span, and what it means to “age with agency.”
• Valuable health markers and testing that can help give us a more complete picture of what is happening in our bodies.
• Why body composition, including muscle mass, bone density and visceral fat, can tell us so much more than simply focusing on the number on the scale.
• The importance of recovery for high achievers, and why constantly doing more with our training isn’t always the answer.

One of my biggest takeaways from this conversation is that knowledge gives us the opportunity to make more intentional choices. It’s about understanding our own bodies, creating strong foundations and making small, meaningful changes that support how we want to feel now and for years to come.

This is only part one of my conversation with Dr. Arshad, so stay tuned for part two as we continue diving into longevity, health optimization and what it can look like to take greater ownership of our health!

Dr. Hack’s Links
Instagram: @liifehacklongevity
Website: https://liifehack.com/
LiifeHack’s Link Tree 
Location: 3170 Harvester Rd Unit 100, Burlington
Phone: 905-333-3373

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