Leap Mode - Betting On Yourself

In this episode of the Leap Mode Podcast, Jen interviews Joshua, the founder of Candelish, who shares his journey from managing businesses to becoming an entrepreneur. The conversation delves into themes of fear, authenticity, human design, and the importance of taking leaps of faith in both business and personal life.

Find the amazing products at Candelish.ca

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Joshua and CandleLish
• 01:05 The Journey to Entrepreneurship
• 03:05 Embracing Fear and the Unknown
• 05:21 Understanding Human Design and Its Impact
• 10:10 Navigating Opportunities and Resistance
• 14:25 The Birth of CandleLish
• 19:43 Manifestation and Gratitude Practices
• 22:45 Expanding the CandleLish Brand
• 23:34 Upcoming Projects and Future Aspirations
• 26:42 Personal Leaps of Faith and Authenticity
• 30:13 Living Life to the Fullest

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

In this episode of the Leap Mode Podcast, Jen discusses the importance of following nudges and trusting signs from the universe. She shares personal anecdotes and examples of how these nudges can lead to inspired actions and meaningful outcomes.

• Chapters
• 00:00 Embracing Nudges and Signs
• 03:25 The Journey of Inspired Action
• 05:20 Real-Life Examples of Following Nudges
• 08:13 Taking Action on Inspired Ideas
• 11:38 Finding Personal Signs and Alignment

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

Freedom is what happens when you stop waiting for permission and start following what lights you up. Sarah from Behind the Glass shares the wildly inspiring story of how she turned curiosity into a life built around motion, creativity, and reinvention.What starts as a conversation about “many hats” quickly becomes a masterclass in taking leaps before you feel ready. Sarah opens up about growing up as a dancer, chasing school and scholarships, building a beeswax wrap business from scratch, and then discovering stained glass and competitive swimming as the outlets that changed everything you'll discover:

• How Sarah turned a passion project into a real business, complete with farmers markets, packaging design, importing, and environmental partnerships
• Why she knows how to spot when a business has run its course and when it’s time to sunset it
• How a San Diego craft retreat led to a new obsession with stained glass, commissions, and teaching
• Why swimming became her therapy, her reset button, and the place where she keeps getting stronger
• What it looks like to make room for your own interests without guilt, even when life is full with kids, work, and family

Sarah also shares the real-life chaos behind big transitions, including the long recovery after Will’s accident, the pressure of figuring out work, parenting, and identity all at once, and the way she and Will kept choosing each other through it all. Their story is equal parts resilience, tenderness, and “we’ll figure it out as we go.”If you’ve been stuck waiting to feel ready, this episode is your reminder that you do not need the perfect plan to begin. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is try the class, start the hobby, make the thing, or take the trip - and trust that the people, confidence, and clarity will come with it.Sarah is a creative entrepreneur, stained glass artist, swimmer, and accidental business builder who proves that the next right step is often the one you can’t fully see yet. Essential listening if you need a push to stop overthinking and start moving.

You can find Sarah and here work on her Website

Ad follow her amazing journey and Stained Glass Art on Instagram

Chapters

• 00:00 The Many Hats of Sarah
• 01:13 Childhood and Career Beginnings
• 04:06 Entrepreneurial Ventures
• 08:59 Life Changes and Challenges
• 18:24 Discovering Stained Glass Art
• 21:08 Dedication to Personal Outlets
• 23:27 The Joy of Trying New Things
• 26:22 Support and Taking Leaps
• 35:45 Embracing Rest and Creativity

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

A young entrepreneur shares his journey of starting a successful business at a young age, learning from mentors, and balancing business with education. He emphasizes the importance of simplicity, resilience, and balance in entrepreneurship and life.

Find Cole or is family at many Farmers Markets - CJ’s Fresh Fish & Seafood

Chapters

• 00:00 The Early Beginnings
• 01:06 Learning the Ropes
• 02:00 Expanding the Business
• 06:08 Balancing Business and Education
• 12:36 Transitioning to a New Role
• 14:38 Supporting Other Entrepreneurs
• 16:34 The Role of Social Media
• 19:19 The Journey of Learning
• 24:09 Advice for Student Entrepreneurs
• 32:13 The Importance of Balance

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

Jan Field shares her journey to becoming an author, the influence of Northern Ontario on her writing, the process of creating compelling characters, the process of writing and self-publishing, and the importance of balancing work and fun in her life.

Find out more about Jan's book at her website

Follow her on her Instagram

Chapters

• 00:00 The Journey to Becoming an Author
• 03:48 Influences of Northern Ontario on Writing
• 07:39 Creating Compelling Characters
• 12:10 The Process of Writing and Publishing
• 28:09 Balancing Work and Fun

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

In this episode, Jen and Adam discuss the journey of building a successful popcorn company, the challenges faced, the passion for the business, and the importance of customer connection. Adam shares insights into his daily routine, the growth of the business, and the impact of custom orders and equipment challenges. The conversation covers Adam's entrepreneurial journey, his early ventures, the growth of Munchies, and his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. It also delves into his personal drive and work ethic, as well as his future plans for Munchies.

Find Muchies at there Website

Or follow them on Instagram

Chapters

• 00:00 The Journey of Munchies
• 01:15 Building a Business While Balancing Life
• 06:30 The Art of Flavor Creation
• 08:43 The Power of Routine and Discipline
• 14:46 Custom Orders and Equipment Challenges
• 19:44 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures
• 24:14 Transition to Munchies and Growth Plans
• 26:24 Personal Drive and Work Ethic
• 36:51 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

Dawn Rebel shares her journey of personal and professional transformation, from embracing change and fear to navigating divorce and rebuilding her life. She emphasizes the power of fun, self-permission, and taking leaps to create a life aligned with one's true self. Dawn Rebel shares her journey from a career in government to motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the founding of the River Healing Center. She discusses the challenges of business, the importance of feminine perspectives in entrepreneurship, and offers advice for personal growth and trying new things.

Connect with Dawn on her Instagram page

Or through The River Healing Centre Instagram

or Website

Chapters

• 00:00 The Art of Moving
• 03:15 Embracing Fear and Change
• 06:34 Navigating Divorce and Personal Growth
• 08:06 Rebuilding and Rediscovery
• 13:06 The Power of Fun and Self-Permission
• 17:15 Taking Leaps and Making Waves
• 20:52 Early Career and Government Experience
• 24:05 Transition to Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
• 28:10 Challenges in Business and Entrepreneurial Journey
• 30:13 Feminine Perspectives on Business
• 34:13 The River Healing Center and Personal Growth
• 39:33 Parting Thoughts and Advice

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

The conversation delves into Jen's journey from childhood imagination to taking leaps in life, trusting the process, overcoming challenges, seeking signs, creating bracelets with intention, tuning into people's energy, and the rebranding of 'The Sunny Side of Life' and the inception of 'Leap Mode' podcast. The conversation covers topics such as balancing work and parenting, overcoming limiting beliefs, the birth of Leap Mode, highlighting people and their stories, acknowledging others' achievements, reversing roles and honoring others, embracing new ideas and creativity, balancing personal and professional life, challenging self-doubt and negative narratives, practicing gratitude and mindfulness, encouraging others to take leaps, trusting yourself and your ideas, and coping with fear and uncertainty. The speakers share insights on these themes and discuss practical strategies for personal and professional growth.

Say hello to Jen over at The Sunny Side of Life Co. Instagram

Chapters

• 00:00 The Heart of Gold
• 01:37 Childhood Imagination
• 03:40 Taking Leaps in Life
• 05:55 Risk-Taking and Trust
• 08:23 Trusting the Process
• 09:19 Overcoming Challenges
• 11:25 Seeking Signs and Trusting Intuition
• 13:10 Creating Bracelets with Intention
• 17:03 Tuning into People's Energy
• 21:48 The Sunny Side of Life and Leap Mode
• 25:54 Balancing Work and Parenting
• 26:23 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
• 26:59 The Birth of Leap Mode
• 27:35 Highlighting People and Their Stories
• 28:00 Acknowledging Others' Achievements
• 29:06 Reversing Roles and Honoring Others
• 30:04 Embracing New Ideas and Creativity
• 31:08 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
• 32:32 Challenging Self-Doubt and Negative Narratives
• 33:30 Practicing Gratitude and Mindfulness
• 35:24 Encouraging Others to Take Leaps
• 39:15 Trusting Yourself and Your Ideas
• 40:17 Coping with Fear and Uncertainty
• 42:24 Expressing Gratitude and Connection

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

Victoria Jessup, founder of a Junebaby Hospitality, shares her journey from dental assistant to entrepreneur, including challenges with Airstream renovation, opening a coffee shop, and transitioning to property management. She emphasizes risk tolerance, self-trust, and the value of learning from failures. Victoria encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to take action on their dreams and pursue their passions with confidence.

Connect with Victoria on Instagram

Or through her website Junebaby.ca

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Busy Season
• 00:54 Founding a Hospitality Company
• 01:46 Venturing into Airstream Renovation
• 03:14 Challenges with Airstream Renovation
• 04:44 Career Aspirations and Early Ambitions
• 05:26 Transition from Dental Assistant to Entrepreneur
• 06:25 Balancing Side Hustles and Full-Time Job
• 07:41 Opening a Coffee Shop
• 08:35 Challenges with Coffee Shop Partnership
• 09:32 Transition to Property Management
• 10:13 Exciting Locations for Hosting
• 11:36 Future Plans and Business Expansion
• 12:41 Helping Others with Business Ventures
• 14:23 Key Skills for Success
• 15:18 Risk Tolerance and Self-Trust
• 16:16 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Planning
• 17:49 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
• 19:07 Taking Action on Dreams
• 20:43 Learning from Failures and Self-Growth
• 22:16 Approach to Risk and Contingency Plans
• 23:42 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
• 24:28 Contact Information

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.

Apryl from Naturally Enchanted shares her journey to realizing her psychic abilities, overcoming challenges, and embracing her calling to spiritual work. She also discusses her community initiatives and addresses misconceptions about psychics, angels, and spirit guides. The conversation with Apryl covers a wide range of topics, including intuition, divination, self-worth, community engagement, and philanthropy. Apryl shares insights on the importance of validation in intuitive readings, the use of tarot and Oracle cards, embracing authenticity, taking a leap, the concept of hustle, life transformations, community engagement, and the impact of philanthropy and kindness. Her emphasis on personal growth, community support, and the ripple effect of small acts of kindness resonates throughout the conversation.

Connect with Apryl on Instagram

Or browse her web site Naturally Enchanted to she what she offers

Chapters

• 00:00 The Path to Psychic Awareness
• 03:04 Life's Unexpected Turns
• 05:40 Embracing the Calling
• 08:02 Giving Back to the Community
• 14:30 Angels, Spirit Guides, and Misconceptions
• 17:51 Intuition and Validation
• 19:23 Modalities of Divination
• 21:11 Intuitive Interpretation
• 22:02 Self-Worth and Authenticity
• 23:21 Taking a Leap
• 24:37 Work and Hustle
• 25:57 Life Transformations
• 27:08 Community Engagement
• 29:06 Philanthropy and Impact
• 32:11 Spreading Joy and Kindness

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.