It’s Simply Life

By Lisa WilliamsBusiness Entrepreneurship Education Self-Improvement Marketing

It’s Simply Life episodes

December 14, 2022Episode 132: How Conformity Kills Confidence
Hi, y’all! I learned a lot by traveling for the past 7 months, but one of the most important things I learned that resonated deeply with me was that conformity kills confidence. When I first told people of my plans to travel, I was met with serious questions and a slew of doubts. Their skepticism made me uncertain of my decision, even though it was something that I really wanted to pursue.
So, I made the commitment to travel despite my hesitation and figured it out on the way. What I discovered was that my business skyrocketed, my creativity increased, and my ability to find joy made its way into every aspect of my life. From this adventure, I realized that I could handle anything that comes my way. If I had caved into the doubt of others, I would never have had these amazing experiences.

In this episode I discuss:
Four ways to find your own voice;
Creating your own rules;
Showing up with confidence and authority;
Finding inspiration from within;
Questioning my relationships with people to discover if I’m valued the way I value them;
The benefits of taking risks;
Pushing yourself out of your comfort zone;
Don’t be afraid to be the outlier;
Starting on a venture before you have all the answers;
Embracing failure

My life has done a complete 180 in the past year, and I know it’s because I listened to myself. I found ways to inspire myself, stepped out of my comfort zone, figured out a plan along the way, and learned to trust myself in a way that I hadn’t before. Now, I’m not afraid to take up space because I’ve found the unshakeable confidence to do so- you can too. Start now!

Key Takeaways to Simplify Your Life:
No is a complete sentence
Get out in nature
Take something off your to-do list

Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify
Listen on Apple
17 min
December 07, 2022Episode 131: Addicted to the Climb with Kelley Tyan
Welcome to the new and improved It’s Simply Life Podcast! The rebranded podcast will focus more on what’s important in life and feature more guests with incredible stories. Our first guest is Kelley Tyan and she’s coming in with a ton of inspirational content. She’s a breast cancer survivor, entrepreneur, coach, and author and she’s sharing her incredible message with us! Get ready to feel motivated!

In this episode we discuss:
Kelley’s book Addicted to the Climb;
The stories that shaped who Kelley is;
Finding her passion through fitness and nutrition;
Empowering women;
Bikini contests;
The power of LinkedIn for forging relationships;
Finding purpose;
Taking risks;
Trusting the long-term plan;
How to release the outcome;
Rewriting the narrative of your own story.

As humans, we all share a common thread of tragedy in our lives; the loss of a loved one, being fired from a job or hitting a rock bottom. It’s how we persevere and how we pick ourselves up from these hardships that define us. Kelley uses these trying times to switch the perspective from negative to positive while empowering everyone in her path to get stronger and keep climbing!

Kelley’s Key Takeaways:
Become more intentional
Become dedicated and committed to the process
Set boundaries

Get Kelley’s Book, Addicted to the Climb here
Find Kelley on Instagram and LinkedIn or visit her site!

Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
28 min
November 30, 2022 Episode 130: How to be a Go Giver with Bob Burg
Bob Burg is a keynote speaker and the best-selling author of the book Endless Referrals, as well as the co-author of The Go-Giver series with total book sales approaching two million copies. For 30 years, he’s helped companies, sales leader, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell at higher prices with less resistance, and grow their businesses based on Endless Referrals. He is an advocate, supporter, and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve.
In this episode, Bob shares the journey, and the premise of The Go-Giver book understands what to focus on serving others, and the law of value. Listen in.

You’ll Learn:

• The difference between price and value
• Learn what you need to focus in terms of selling
• How to provide the right value
• And much more!

Favorite Quote
“Money is an echo of value.” - Bob Burg

Click here to check out Bob’s Website!

Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
41 min
November 23, 2022Episode 129: Limitless with Laura Gassner Otting
This episode deserves a repost! Super inspirational guest, Laura Gassner Otting, is a professional speaker, author, coach, and master at getting people unstuck! Laura raises important questions about success and defining what it means for YOU. Personally, I love re-listening to this episode and to Laura in general because she is so inspirational and powerful. Get ready to get motived!
In this episode we discuss:
Laura’s Book: Limitless;
The four elements of consonance: Calling, Connection, Contribution, and Control and what they mean;
The boundary-breaking Clubhouse App;
The power of listening;
The importance of showing up;
How doing interesting things with interesting people can lead to interesting opportunities;
The pressure of choosing a career path so young and waking up 30 years later to question “is this what I’m supposed to be doing?”;
What success means;
Allowing yourself to follow a different path from what is considered “normal”;
Getting caught up in social media and living a life of comparison;
Customizing YOUR life for success
Speaking with such a strong woman seriously impacted my definition of success and got me so inspired to live my best life! You’ll want to go seek Laura out, so I’m linking her site below. You can listen to her TED talks and get a copy of her best-selling book.

Key Takeaways:
Success looks different to everyone
Don’t get caught up in comparing yourself to others
Your life might not look normal to other people and that’s okay

Stay tuned for the enhanced It’s Simply Life Podcast! Can’t wait to share it with y’all!
Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
Find Laura at: http://www.heyLGO.com
And her book here!
30 min
November 16, 2022Episode 128: Getting Into the Right Business Mindset withTiffany Toombs
Welcome simplifiers, to another throw-back episode! I’m reposting one of my favorite episodes with amazing guest, Tiffany Toombs of Blue Lotus Mind gives us some incredible insight into mindset while starting, building, or scaling your business! This episode is full of tips and encouragement to really hone in on the right path for you and your business so that you’re ready to thrive!

In this episode we discuss:
The importance of cultivating the right mindset;
How to have a strong vision for your business;
How to break down that vision into smaller steps;
The importance of flexibility in realizing your vision;
Letting go of control;
The value of pivoting and adapting your business;
What triggers people to buy what you’re selling;
Finding your highest intention;
Shutting out all of the “noise”;
Shiny object syndrome;
Burnout

Building and scaling a business is hard work, but with the right vision, it’s possible for anyone. Truly knowing yourself and how to best serve your clients and customers will always put you ahead. It’s okay to feel uncertain and fearful, but it’s not okay to let it stop you. So get out there and go after what you want!

Key Takeaways:
Be firm in your vision and flexible with how you get there
Let go of control
Mindset matters most

Stay tuned for the enhanced It’s Simply Life Podcast! Can’t wait to share it with y’all!
Find Tiffany at Blue Lotus Mind
Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
36 min
November 09, 2022Episode 127: Knowledge Bombs from Noteworthy Guests
It’s time for an It’s Simply Life Makeover! Currently, I’m rethinking my Podcast strategy to bring you the best tips, tricks, and ideas to simplify your business and your life. While I rework, I’ve decided to repost some of my favorite episodes. This episode is one of our most popular and takes snippets of knowledge from some of my memorable guests! One of the best parts of having a Podcast is being able to meet incredible, like-minded people, and be able to learn from them So get ready to soak up serious knowledge!
In this episode, we discuss:
What college means to younger generations;
Personal experience building businesses;
Networking;
Fear as a combination of experience;
Getting in your own way;
Canceling out the “noise” and focusing on the goal;
Creating emotional connections through a brand;
Missteps and mistakes as a learning opportunity;
How to make it in marketing;
What goes into properly marketing your brand;
This episode has been one of my favorites because there is so much value in one place! Listening to my guests’ stories of how they changed the course of their lives to create successful brands and businesses inspires me to keep going through any challenge that comes my way.
One consistency I’ve discovered while interviewing guests is that- if you can dream it, you can do it. Oftentimes we let our fear get in the way of what we want. If we can learn to get out of our own way and block negative noise, we can truly realize what we’re each capable of. My guests are proof!

Stay tuned for the enhanced It’s Simply Life Podcast! Can’t wait to share it with y’all!

Key Takeaways:
Anyone can start and build a business
Get out of your own way
Soak up knowledge from everyone you talk to

Featured on this Episode:
Guest 1: Mark Metry LinkedIn
Guest 2: Nat Berman LinkedIn
Guest 3: Tony Whatley LinkedIn
Guest 4: Bob Burg LinkedIn
Guest 5: Mike Young
Guest 6: Lucas Mattiello LinkedIn
Guest 7: David Brier LinkedIn

Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
37 min
November 02, 2022Episode 126: Takeaways from Seven Months of Travel
Hi everyone! By the time you listen, I’ll be back home! Landing in Texas marks the end of a 7-month journey that I am so grateful for. I’ve always been a bit envious of friends and family who would go on beautiful vacations, and now, I have my own memories of a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
I made so many friends on this trip, saw so many amazing places, and connected with nature. But, Dorothy was right when she said, “there’s no place like home.” I’m very happy to be back home, in my own bed, with my own things.
In this episode I discuss:
How I made 7 months of travel happen on a budget;
Where I went;
What I learned;
The trust that goes into house and pet sitting;
Going with the flow during travel;
Solo- travel;
How I maintained a business while traveling;
My plans for next year
Traveling alone for an extended period of time is something I wish everyone was able to do. I learned so much about myself and other people during this time and got to spend time drinking in everything nature has to offer. Some people ask me whether it was hard to do I always answer “of course!” But a few uncomfortable situations don’t take away from my time as a whole being completely worth it. Personally, I can't think of a greater joy than being able to look at myself and think “I did it!”
Get out there and enjoy your life!
If you’re like me... I totally recommend you go check out Magic Mind community of go-getters. You can also use my discount code SIMPLY20 to get 45% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one-time purchase. My 45% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up.
25% off Trusted Housesitters Membership!
Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
18 min
October 26, 2022Episode 125: Growing Through Association with Jesse Ray
I’m so excited about today’s episode! Jesse Ray of the Growth House is my first guest in a long time, and it’s been worth the wait! Jesse is an entrepreneur who’s a serious believer in daily development practices and in providing value to clients, but it wasn’t always this way. Join me and Jesse as we talk about bootstrapping our businesses from the group up!
In this episode we discuss:
Jesse’s background and interest in entrepreneurial pursuits;
Paying attention to hints from the universe;
Listening to your intuition;
Building working relationships with people;
Value + Impact over profit;
Importance of mindset;
Holistic success;
Daily development;
Growth House- An immersive community for entrepreneurs;
Sample day at Growth House;
Setting your day up for success;
Building a community
Finding success isn’t easy but it is worth it! If you’re truly interested in learning more about the path to entrepreneurship you DON’T want to miss this episode!
If you’re like me... I totally recommend you go check out Magic Mind community of go-getters. You can also use my discount code LISA20 to get 40% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one-time purchase. My 40% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up.

Find Jesse At: @thejessray
@at_thegrowthhouse
https://thegrowthhouse.co/

Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
28 min
October 19, 2022Episode 124: Do You Know What You Are Really Eating?
I’m soaking up all Bend, OR has to offer! This town is seriously a dream, especially for nature lovers. The scenery is gorgeous, there are scenic trails everywhere, and the weather right now is perfect! I’ve also been eating and drinking my way through some of the cute cafes in town. Of course, I enjoy a treat as much as the next person, but as I looked at the options in the small little cafes’ I started to see a pattern. Sugar. Sugar everywhere. This got me thinking about our United States food system and how little we actually know about the food we consume.
In this episode I discuss:
Corruption in the US food system;
The number of lobbyists for the Dept. of Agriculture within Congress;
Why our food is so processed;
How our food is making us sick;
How food can be the cure to our sicknesses;
Ingredients in our food;
Lack of education around nutrition and consumption;
Fad diets;
The US food industry vs. other nations;
Taking time to read and understand food labels;
Rebuilding a broken system;
Practicing being mindful of what we are consuming
The US food system cannot be ignored. The more people talk about it, the more awareness there is of the poison we are masking as food, which in turn creates a sense of urgency to fix the system. I truly believe that the entire organization needs an overhaul. If you feel the same- let’s talk about it!
If you’re like me... I totally recommend you go check out Magic Mind community of go-getters. You can also use my discount code LISA20 to get 40% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one-time purchase. My 40% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up.
25% off Trusted Housesitters Membership!
Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
19 min
October 12, 2022Episode 123: My Personal Business Journey
It’s autumn and I’m in Bend, OR soaking up the beautiful weather in this gorgeous place! I’ve seen so much in the short time that I’ve been here, that I know it will have a lasting impact on me when I leave. I know I’ve said it before, but if you’re thinking of visiting, this is your sign!

This week, I’ve decided to open up and share my entrepreneurial journey. Like everyone else who has made the decision to build a business, I didn’t have any idea where to start. I jumped around from platform to platform, hoping that something would stick- and I worked my ass off until something finally did. Buckle up! It’s quite a ride.
In this episode I discuss:
How I lost my job and gained a business;
Making the decision not to work for someone else;
Starting off unsure of what my business was going to look like;
How I almost started a personal coaching business;
Utilizing social media platforms to create awareness;
Building a brand;
Paid vs. Organic social media;
Consistency and engagement;
Showing up with value;
Studying successful women;
The importance of shifting;
How to gain confidence in yourself as an entrepreneur;
The importance of learning through failure
Two years ago, I didn’t have what I have now. I didn’t always have clients whom I aligned with. I took on some clients solely out of my need for money. Today, I can choose what clients I want to work with, I have an amazing team, am constantly learning, and am excited about what is next! None of that would be possible without first traveling the road that brought me where I am now.

I encourage anyone who is interested in or has thought about starting their own entrepreneurial journey. It’s not going to be easy, in fact, it’s the one thing I can guarantee! But if you stick with it, if you show up, if you’re consistent, YOU CAN DO IT!

25% off Trusted Housesitters Membership!
Want to support this Podcast? Like, share, and tell your friends!
Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3PFTr2g
Listen on Apple here: https://apple.co/3R19mt8
21 min

About It’s Simply Life

From the publisher's feed

Welcome to It’s Simply Life—the ultimate podcast where digital marketing and intentional living intersect. We often lose sight of what’s truly important in our fast-paced world. We’re bombarded with information and demands, disconnecting us from what matters most. Based on the principles of simplicity and living a life by design, this podcast is your gateway to cracking the digital marketing code while keeping it real about what sparks joy in life.

Share It’s Simply Life

Sign up to save your podcasts

It’s Simply Life

It’s Simply Life episodes

About It’s Simply Life