In this guest episode ofLevel Up With Lily, I sit down with Shawn, a dating coach and the creator ofEffortless Dating, a personalized 1:1 coaching service. Shawn’s mission is to help introverted individuals build confidence and attract meaningful, high-quality relationships. After years of navigating his own social challenges through trial and error, he now helps clients identify the pain points holding them back and offers a proven framework for finding romance.

Shawn shares what might be stopping you from meetingyour person, the illusion of endless options in dating—especially for singles in big cities—and how social media and dating apps are impacting modern relationships. We also discuss mindset shifts and practical strategies for meeting new people with more ease and confidence.

If you’re ready to level up your dating game, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this episode ofLevel Up With Lily, I sat down with Estella York, a real estate professional based in Austin, TX, specializing in luxury condos and homes. Beyond real estate, Estella is an Abercrombie ambassador, a passionate traveler, and a well-connected presence in Austin’s social scene.

Estella shares her journey in the real estate industry and what it’s like to navigate professional spaces as a woman. We also dive into her role as a clothing ambassador, her experiences on social media, and what it means to be a socialite in Austin—a city she’s called home since college. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her travel adventures and the stories she’s collected along the way. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a real estate enthusiast, or someone looking for inspiration to chase your passions, there’s something to take away from Estella’s story.

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In this guest episode of Level Up With Lily, I sat down with Christina Kish. Christina is one of the cofounders and original Vice President of Merchandising of Netflix. She also is the founder of the aerial, pole and dance company Poletential as well as Curveball Ventures, where she provides motivational speaking and mentorship based on her decades of experience. 

In this episode, Christina dives into the fascinating origin story of Netflix and how she played a key role in shaping the future of streaming. She also shares her journey of pivoting from a fast-growing startup to launching her own businesses, Poletential and Curveball Ventures. From founding to scaling, Christina breaks down the mindset shifts, leadership strategies, and team-building essentials that drive entrepreneurial success. 

Whether you’re launching a startup, navigating a career shift, or looking for expert business advice, this episode is packed with insights to help you harness your strengths and level up.

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In this guest episode of Level Up With Lily, I sat down with Matt Lupi, a coach and the Assistant General Manager at Kollective Social Performance Club in Austin, TX. At Kollective, Matt helps high performers achieve their fitness goals while cultivating a strong sense of community. He’s also the host of The Define Success Podcast, where he interviews business owners, athletes, and executives to uncover their unique paths to success.

In this episode, Matt dives into his inspiration for launching The Define Success Podcast and shares key takeaways from conducting over 200 interviews with accomplished individuals. He also discusses his journey into personal training, the habits and mindset shifts that have propelled him forward, and how he uses these strategies to empower others.

We talk about actionable strategies for setting up your daily life for success, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and the role community plays in fostering personal growth.

If you’re ready to improve your mindset, strive for excellence, and craft your personal definition of success, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this guest episode of Level Up With Lily, I sat down with Prescott Love, also known as Archer Love. Prescott is a plant alchemist, the founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Now Alchemy, and the author of Lucid Living: The Keys to Enlightenment.

We explored Prescott’s journey of founding Now Alchemy, starting from selling products out of his car to growing it into a thriving business operating at the intersection of Eastern and Western medicine. Prescott shared the benefits and challenges of both approaches, emphasizing the power of slowness, reflection, and prayer as tools for personal growth and transformation. His unique perspective offers valuable insights for anyone looking to level up their life.

If you’re ready to explore new ways to grow mentally, spiritually, and physically, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered to take the next step.

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In this special first guest episode of Level Up With Lily in our new studio, I sat down with Kelly Poole! Kelly is the founder of FORME, where she coaches women from self-sabotage to self-mastery.

Kelly shares her personal journey of moving from a lifestyle of extremes—including a rigid bodybuilding fitness routine and an eating disorder—to a more balanced, sustainable approach to wellness. Her experiences with overcoming all-or-nothing thinking led her to help others build healthier relationships with their bodies and minds.

We discuss practical strategies for breaking free from self-sabotage, building confidence, and finding balance in your wellness routine. Kelly also shares how she coaches her clients to create lasting, positive change.

If you’re looking for simple ways to improve your mindset, find balance, and feel more empowered on your wellness journey, you can take some knowledge from Kelly’s story.

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On the first solo episode of the Level Up With Lily relaunch, we’re diving into the art of goal setting and making New Year’s resolutions that stick! Whether you’re starting fresh in January or listening at another time, these actionable tips will help you visualize success, create a game plan, and crush your goals in health, career, relationships, and more.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

This episode is filled with actionable insights, honest conversations, and strategies to help you make this your best year yet. I’ll also share my favorite goal-setting traditions—like creating vision boards—and how you can start implementing these practices anytime.

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018: In this solo chat, I am talking about how to level up when you are stuck in a rut or lacking motivation. I share why I have been less active with creating content and producing podcast episodes while I have been in a rut creatively. I then share my strategies for identifying why you are feeling stuck or lacking motivation and overcoming these challenges.

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017: Today on the podcast we are talking to Karen Marinella Hall! Karen Marinella Hall is an executive coach and communications consultant. Her clients range from senior leaders transitioning into a larger role or executives who find themselves stuck at a crossroads struggling to get to the next level of their careers. She often helps them with their interpersonal communication skills to be better leaders and motivators and overcome mental obstacles holding them back. Before starting her own business, she was an executive coach with Bates Communications where she worked  with senior leaders at Fortune 1000 companies with a focus on executive presence. Karen also was a longtime award-winning news anchorwoman in Boston.

In our conversation, we cover many topics, including the importance of communication skills at work, especially for leaders and executives and the challenges posed by the pandemic for workplace communication; the "Eat the Frog" strategy for tackling your most challenging or arduous tasks; and the joys and challenges of starting her own business. Karen also got candid about some of the struggles she faces in scaling her business and the mindset shifts she is taking to combat them.

To inquire about executive communications coaching, you can contact Karen at [email protected] or visit her website https://www.marinellahall.com.

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016: Welcome back to another episode of Level Up With Lily! Today we are joined by Jenna Jenkins. Jenna is a Social Media Manager at Philadelphia-based marketing agency, Slice Communications. Here, Jenna has continued to hone her expertise in content strategy, innovative storytelling, and interpersonal communications. 

As a writer, creator, and social media maven, Jenna has created campaigns, planned and executed events, and even self-published a chapbook of poems titled "First Impressions with Lasting Effects.” Jenna has previously worked for Samsung Mobile, Dove, and Victoria’s Secret Pink; where she successfully created user-generated content. 

In this episode, Jenna and I discuss the evolution of her creative process through the pandemic and college and the power of words to create impact. We also touch on challenges for young female professionals in the workforce and how to have a better work-life balance. Jenna brings us behind the scenes when working with companies to develop social media campaigns and implement influencer marketing. Whether you work in digital or social media marketing, are a micro-influencer, a business owner looking to work with influencers, or a young professional / student, you have to listen to this conversation!

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