Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl

Deals with Starbucks and Chipotle? Check.

But the real win?

Walking away from addiction—and walking into the man he wanted to become.

Jay Siano gets raw about the discipline it took to grow the business and the self.

This one hits deeper.

You don't need perfect circumstances. You just need to show up.

Key Themes & Topics

• Healing in the Hustle - The discipline of showing up—not just for work, but for yourself.

• The Discipline Behind the Deal - Jay's edge wasn't talent—it was showing up when most people wouldn't.

• Brand Building with Soul - Hustling for growth and grounding. Jay's approach to doing both in one breath.

• Micro Wins instead of Flashy Hustle - The quiet, unglamorous grind that no one claps for—but that actually changes everything.

• Redefining What "Winning" Looks Like - Letting go of old metrics of success to define life on new, soul-aligned terms.

The Words That Shifted Everything

• "All the problems in my life were my choices. I just want to make better choices now." – Jay, on personal responsibility

• "I built stores for Starbucks and Chipotle… but rebuilding myself was harder. That took real work." – Jay, on identity beyond business

• "I used to show up for the deal. Now I show up for myself first." – Jay, on shifting priorities

• "At some point, success stopped feeling like success. That's when I knew something deeper had to change." – Jay, on waking up in the hustle

• "I didn't have the tools. I built them through struggle." - Jay, on resourcefulness & resilience

• "You want to change your life? Stop drinking. Get radically honest with yourself." - Jay, on sobriety & self-awareness

About the Guest

Jay Siano is a real estate entrepreneur, founder of Sabre Real Estate, and respected thought leader on business reinvention and strategic leadership. With decades of experience in retail brokerage and advisory, Jay built a career at the top — only to realize that the price of nonstop hustle wasn't worth it.

Today, Jay is a passionate advocate for authenticity, mental health, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Through Sabre, his content, and his raw storytelling, he's helping others rise differently with strategy, soul, and sustainable success.

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In this episode, we explore the essential components of building and maintaining confidence. Learn how to cultivate self-trust, clarity, consistency, and courage from a seasoned success coach. Discover practical strategies to increase your confidence, manage your environment, and take bold action in all aspects of life. We also delve into myths about confidence, the importance of resilience, and the role of radical honesty in personal growth. If you're feeling stuck or seeking to elevate your confidence, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to help you achieve your goals.

The Essence of Confidence 00:25

The Power of Resiliency 00:34

Podcast Growth and Appreciation 00:53

My Journey 02:15

Self-Trust and High Performance 04:29

The Duality of Confidence and Vulnerability 07:34

Building Confidence Through Clarity 09:04

Consistency: Keeping Your Word 09:58 Courage:

Taking Bold Actions 14:41

Radical Honesty: Self-Assessment 22:21

Resiliency and Environment 23:59

Morning Rituals and Daily Habits 26:02

Overcoming Confidence Shakers 28:05

Signs of Growing Confidence 28:43

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In this episode of 'Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl,' I discuss important financial strategies with nationally recognized personal finance expert Bernadette Joy. The conversation covers Bernadette's journey of paying off $300,000 in debt within three years and her passion for helping others achieve financial independence.

Bernadette provides invaluable advice on dealing with current economic issues like tariffs and inflation, emphasizing the importance of basic financial practices such as stacking cash and paying off credit card debt.

Additionally, Bernadette and I explore the psychological aspects of financial management, including self-worth, handling negative feedback, and building financial habits that lead to long-term success.

This episode is packed with insights on how to take small steps towards big financial changes.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Subscription Appeal

00:33 Introducing Bernadette Joy: Financial Independence Expert

01:43 Economic Insights: Tariffs and Inflation

02:50 Personal Finance Basics: Cash and Debt Management

07:38 Weekly Credit Card Payments: A Game Changer

10:19 Budgeting and Financial Mindset

15:27 Addressing Financial Fears and Money Wounds

18:39 Self-Worth vs. Self-Esteem in Finances

21:23 Cultural Influences on Financial Behavior

24:32 Money Wounds and Financial Stress

30:54 Planning for Financial Independence

31:28 Understanding Financial Growth and Inflation

32:08 Realizing Financial Independence

33:35 Overcoming Financial and Social Barriers

35:33 Aligning with Personal Success

37:03 The Impact of Small Financial Changes

40:05 The Debate on Leveraging Debt

42:19 The Journey of Building a Debt-Free Business

48:15 Handling Criticism and Staying Authentic

58:54 Conclusion and Resources

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In this episode, l discuss the idea of living in alignment and how less than 5% of people truly do. She delves into signs of misalignment in various aspects of life—values, environment, and career—and offers actionable steps to make small shifts that lead to significant improvements in peace, joy, happiness, and success. I share my personal journey from a high-earning corporate career to finding my true calling in coaching. There is no reason you have to sacrifice peace, joy and happiness for financial freedom. They can exist at the same time. Tune in to learn how to unlock your full potential and live a life in true alignment.

00:00 You Are Not Stuck

00:54 My Personal Journey

01:33 Understanding Alignment

04:20 Values vs. Daily Actions

06:57 Vision and Environment Alignment

09:44 Purpose and Profession Alignment

16:27 Listening to Your Intuition

18:09 Identity vs. Behavior

22:13 Unleash Program Overview

24:19 Testimonial: Steph's Transformation

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Amanda Marino, a certified recovery and life coach, who shares her incredible journey from trauma and addiction to empowerment and fulfillment. Amanda discusses her childhood experiences, including abuse and the escape from a violent environment, and how these events shaped her life. She opens up about the path to her own recovery, the importance of ongoing therapy, and her dedication to empowering others. Amanda also touches on the significance of co-parenting, self-care, and digital addiction. Tune in to hear Amanda's inspiring story and valuable insights on healing and personal growth.

00:00 Introduction and Early Struggles

01:18 Amanda Marino's Professional Background

04:02 Amanda's Childhood Trauma

05:26 Escaping Abuse and Seeking Safety

09:36 Coping Mechanisms and Early Signs of Addiction

12:31 Turning Point and Recovery Journey

14:05 Advocacy and Helping Others

16:31 Healthy Co-Parenting and Personal Growth

19:04 Navigating Online Criticism and Staying Positive

21:30 Empowering Women and Building Stronger Bonds

23:26 Making Difficult Life Decisions

31:54 Navigating Public and Private Life

32:14 Supporting Children Through Therapy

32:42 Personal Healing and Self-Care

34:04 Embracing Emotional Vulnerability

35:59 The Importance of Self-Awareness

38:07 Balancing Work and Personal Life

47:04 Digital Addiction and Its Impact

49:11 Manifesting Dreams and Overcoming Shame

01:00:04 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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In this episode, I share my insights on avoiding common pitfalls that lead to self-sabotage, particularly during the critical transition from Q1 to Q2. I emphasize the importance of maintaining motivation, taking bold actions, tracking data, and prioritizing high-value activities. Additionally, I discussthe significance of alignment in personal and professional life, and how to implement effective systems for sustained success. She also provides practical tips on managing time, setting boundaries, and ensuring regular self-care and joy. Don't miss her free coaching calls for more personalized guidance.

00:53 The Silent Sabotage of Q2

01:07 Join My Free Coaching Calls

01:33 My Journey from Corporate to Coaching

02:28 The Critical Transition from Q1 to Q2

03:27 Identifying and Connecting with Your Fuel

04:17 Taking Bold Actions with Courage

05:17 Balancing Highs and Lows

06:32 The Importance of Tracking and Data

08:04 Prioritizing High-Paying Activities

10:58 Creating a Balanced and Fun Schedule

17:18 Conclusion: Aligning Your Life and Systems

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UNLEASHED-12 week transformational high performance program.

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-Get you into ALIGNMENT, matching your inner and outer worlds.

ACTIVATE your results by laying in my high performance systems

UNLEASH you into unstoppable momentum with advanced techniques.

If you are ready to have the results and the peace, joy and happiness at the same time…

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Keep Rising, Keep Executing and Own Your Success in 2025!

What does WINNING really take?

In this powerhouse episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, l sit down with legendary sports agent, bestselling author, and power negotiator Shari Wenk—a woman who's negotiated more than 1/2 billion-dollar in deals, managed some of the most elite hall of famers and legends and and co-authored two of the most iconic high-performance books of our time: RELENTLESS and W1NNING with performance coach Tim Grover.

Some of Shari's clients include: Tim Grover, Tiger Woods, Earl Woods, Terry Bradshaw, Walter Payton,Randy Johnson, Nolan Ryan, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Joe Theismann, Skip Bayless, Joe Garagiola, Tony Gwynn, Bob Griese, Dennis Rodman, Jay Johnstone, Steve Garvey, Rickey Henderson, Ron Santo, Armen Keteyian, and countless more sports stars and award-winning journalists.

As Grover's business partner and agent, Shari has spent decades behind the scenes of greatness—helping build one of the most well-respected brands in the performance industry.

But this episode isn't just about what happens at the negotiating table—it's about what it takes to build a life and career that actually works for you.

Shari shares the mindset, strategy, and resilience that helped her rise in a male-dominated industry while balancing motherhood—plus hard-won wisdom about confidence, clarity, and staying aligned with your values. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or high-achiever , this conversation will help you rethink success, sharpen your decision-making, and rise with purpose.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to negotiate and lead in high-pressure spaces

• What it was like co-authoring Relentless and Winning with Tim Grover

• How to recognize bad deals and protect your worth

• The hidden cost of people-pleasing and perfectionism

• Why posting with purpose beats chasing online attention

• The mindset shifts that allow women to succeed on their terms

• Handling Rejection

• The importance of making decisions quickly

• Balancing career and motherhood

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UNLEASH into unstoppable momentum with advanced techniques.

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In this solo episode of 'Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl', Kristy emphasizes the single most important skill to culivate if you want to achieve longterm sustainable success. Reslience. She introduces three key areas to focus on that can start to increase your reslience, immediately. The power of reframing, the significance of micro recoveries, and the necessity of auditing your inputs. Kristy also shares insights from her 12-week Unleash program, designed to help women realize their highest potential. If you feel stuck or are seeking significant changes, this episode provides actionable advice and encouragement to help you rise to new heights.

00:00 Introduction to Resiliency

00:28 Subscribe and Support

00:47 Welcome to Keep Rising with Kristy

00:58 The Importance of Resiliency

02:33 Three Tips for Building Resiliency

03:35 Tip 1: The Power of Reframing

04:50 Tip 2: Micro Recovery for Macro Resilience

06:43 Tip 3: Audit Your Inputs

07:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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UNLEASHED -12 week transformational high performance program.

Designed to:

-Get you into ALIGNMENT, matching your inner and outer worlds.

-ACTIVATE your results by laying in my high performance systems

-UNLEASH you into unstoppable momentum with advanced techniques.

If you are ready to have the results and the peace, joy and happiness at the same time…apply at www.unleashwithkristy.com

Keep Rising, Keep Executing and Own Your Success in 2025!

In this episode of "Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl" , Todd Herman, renowned peak performance coach and author of the Wall Street Journal best selling book 'The Alter Ego Effect,' discusses how creating an alter ego can help individuals achieve peak performance, overcome personal challenges, and align more closely with their true potential.

Todd is best known for his intimate work alongside Kobe Bryant to create Black Mamba.

Todd shares his experiences working with high performers, including Kobe Bryant, and delves into the psychological and physiological benefits of using alter egos. He also talks about the importance of practical, applied science and the role of pain, identity, and uniform in personal development.

Additionally, Todd and Kristy explore the differences in how men and women approach goals and the transformative power of embracing one's heroic self. The episode is rich with insights, examples, and actionable advice for anyone looking to break free from their trapped self and unleash their true potential.

00:17 The Role of Alter Egos in Performance

01:31 Introducing Todd Herman

01:43 Todd Herman's Background and Achievements

02:24 The Concept of Alter Egos

03:14 The Power of Uniform and Identity

07:53 Practical Applications of Negative Preparation

17:05 The Importance of Pain as a Motivator

21:58 Creating and Using Alter Egos

39:29 The Trap Self vs. The Heroic Self

45:50 Aligning with Your Heroic Self

47:07 The Role of Pain in Personal Development

49:36 Gender Differences in Goal Setting

55:52 The Power of Alter Egos

1:08:20 Using Dark Energy for Motivation

1:13:40 Trusting Yourself and Moving Forward

Todd Herman is the creator of the '90 Day Year' Program, a peak-performance achievement system used by athletes, entrepreneurs and companies around the world, and twice recognized as being the world's 'Top Leadership & Skill Development Program' by the Stevie Awards.

He's also founder of The Peak Athlete, a mental toughness training & sports research company, advising Pro & Olympic athletes for over 20 years. Todd is also the author of the WSJ bestselling book, The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life, and lives in NYC with his wife and three young children.

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Keep Rising, keep executing, and own your success in 2025! 🚀

In this episode of 'Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl,' we delve deep into the topic of conditioning and how it shapes our behaviors, values, and perceptions of what's possible. Kristy discusses the different ways boys and girls are conditioned from a young age, leading to various challenges in adulthood. She introduces practical steps to unlearn limiting beliefs and reclaim personal power, offering listeners actionable advice and a call to explore her 12-week Unleashed program for deeper transformation. Tune in to uncover how conditioning may be affecting you and learn how to start seeing the world through a brighter lens.

00:00 Understanding Conditioning

00:33 Subscribe and Support

00:58 Introduction to Conditioning

01:57 Personal Anecdote on Perception

03:39 Gender-Specific Conditioning

06:12 Questions to Uncover Conditioning

07:50 Steps to Reclaim Your Power

08:52 Final Challenge and Program Invitation

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