Life After Corporate

"I feel like if I'm not fulfilling my purpose, I'd rather be dead". Those are the words of Deb's very special guest, Nadine Joseph, Ph.D.

In life, it is essential to have a purpose. A sense of purpose gives your life meaning and direction. Finding your purpose can mean different things to different people. For some, it can be as fundamental as taking care of their family and for others it may mean following their dreams and pursuing their passions. But fulfilling your purpose is not just about achieving a goal; it's about living a life that is meaningful and satisfying. It's about finding a way to contribute to the world around you and making a difference in the lives of others. Nadine Joseph, Ph.D. will share how she came to trust God and his purpose for her life.

[00:01 - 09:35] Opening Segment

• Deb opens the episode with some questions on "finding your purpose".
• Deb introduces Nadine Collins, Ph.D and her book "The Pursuit of Purpose"
• Dr. Collins tells us about the impact of her Grandmother's influence.

[09:36 - 14:30] When God Reveals your purpose

• It goes deeper than just receiving what you pray for
• Putting God's will to the test
• How her faith got even stronger when a bank turned her down for a loan,

[14:31 -32:45] How Dr. Collins helps other women find their purpose

• Making a deal with God
• Being open to being redirected
• She wasn't looking to become business coach, but God had other plans
• The "Miracle Question"

[32:46 - 36:21] Closing Segment

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• Final words
• Join the FREE "Reliable Revenue Secrets" five-day event September 12-16, 2022 (1pm-1:45pm EST)
• TheGreatDoover.com/secrets

Connecting with Nadine Collins, Ph.D.,

Website: https://www.nadinecollins.com

Facebook: Nadine A. Joseph-Collins | Facebook

Instagram: @drnadinecollins

LInkedIn:Dr. Nadine Collins | LinkedIn

For the hard copy of The Pursuit of Purpose:

https://bit.ly/the-pursuit-of-purpose

Tweetable Quotes:

"...And so most of these women have this desire for, I want greater meaning. I want to be able to add greater value. And to be honest with you, sometimes it's right in their face. They just don't see it." - Dr. Nadine Collins, Ph.D.

"I didn't realize what was happening because most people don't. We tend to take things for granted while we're in the moment. And it's at a different point in our lives. And I think my life, the dots in my life have been connected for a really long time".- Dr. Nadine Collins, Ph.D

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Merriam-Webster defines "CATCH-22" as: "a situation presenting two equally undesirable alternatives". You can't invest in your business because you don't have enough clients and you can't get more clients because you can't afford to invest in the support to help you. This is a vicious cycle that many new business leaders find themselves in. When you're in this position, it's easy to misunderstand what growth actually looks like. So if you're feeling stuck, you're not alone. In this episode Deb goes deep into the "WHY". You'll find yourself saying, "Yes, that's me" more than once. Deb has some solid advice on how to go forward.

[00:01 – 11:51] Opening Segment

• Welcome to the podcast!
• Did you miss building a solid foundation for the business?
• What are the different stages of a Catch-22?
• Some strategies that may work for you.

[11:53 – 20:42] Here are some success stories to think about

• Is this really the right time for you to raise your fees?
• Outsourcing: where do you start?
• Deb's list of questions to ask yourself
• Make sure you have a clear sense of your profitability

[20:43 - 24:00] Closing Segment

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• Final words
• Join the FREE "Reliable Revenue Secrets" five-day event September 12-16, 2022 (1pm-1:45pm EST)
• TheGreatDoover.com/secrets

Tweetable Quote:

"It's critical that you have a handle on your numbers so that you can prioritize your focus and what you're spending your time on as the CEO of this business that you desperately want to see succeed.." - Deb Boulanger

"You can't invest in your business because you don't have enough clients and you can't get more clients because you can't afford to invest in the support to help you." - Deb Boulanger

"I'm not talking about a low-end membership program or an online course in my world. Value comes from building up, not down. So, consider adding a high-end mastermind to your portfolio or an executive retreat where you can serve several clients at once for higher fees". - Deb Boulanger

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• The revenue calculator: https://www.TheGreatDoover.com/pricing
• Information for the event: https://www.TheGreatDoover.com/secrets

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In this very unique episode, Deb talks to Maraya Brown. who will explain the connection between hormones, libido, confidence and entrepreneurship. Maraya is a Yale and Functional Medicine Trained CNM, MSN. and is also the founder of the Women's Vibrancy Code Podcast, and the online space, Beyond The Red Tent, as well as the owner of a nutrition franchise since 2007. She decided to leave her Fortune 50 Corporate Career to serve women on an International level.

[16:55] **Note about Adaptogens**: "Adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that help your body respond to stress, anxiety, fatigue and overall well being. You can take adaptogens by adding them to food or beverages or take them as tinctures. Adaptogens bring your body back to a steady balance by managing both physical and mental stressors." ... Cleveland Clinic

[00:01 – 16:23] Opening Segment

• Welcome to the podcast!
• Maraya gives the "Cliff Notes" on her journey to being an entrepreneur
• Find out about the "empty cup" is and how to fill it up again

[16:24 – 34:23] We're not looking for perfectionism

• A checklist of self-care
• Are you in a toxic relationship?
• What if Desire was limitless? What do YOU desire?
• The universe knows only one word… what is it?
• How libido impacts our lives and career.

[34:24 - 38:24] Closing Segment

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• Final words
• Join the FREE "Reliable Revenue Secrets" five-day event September 12-16, 2022 (1pm-1:45pm EST)
• TheGreatDoover.com/event

Maraya Brown

Website: https://www.marayabrown.com

Facebook: Maraya Brown | Facebook

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_marayabrown_/

Podcast: The Women's Vibrancy Code on Apple Podcasts

Tweetable Quote:

"I always see the picture of trying to get across the river and I'm a 5"1" powerhouse here. I'm not jumping across the river, but if you give me stepping stones, I can take one step at a time." - Maraya Brown

"What I always say is the womb knows the heart listens and the voice speaks, and we have to allow some space to get quiet in our self care, to listen in and to receive that guidance." - Maraya Brown

"People remember how we make them feel, not what we say".... Maraya Brown

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If you're feeling like your marketing efforts have been less than successful lately, it's possible you've fallen into a marketing rut. This is a common problem for businesses of all sizes, but there are some simple ways to get back on track. In this episode, Deb defines what a marketing rut is and gives some practical advice on how to get that spark back. Tune in to learn more!

[00:01 – 02:15] Opening Segment

• Welcome to the podcast!
• The importance of keeping your growth sustainable
• How do you know if you're in a marketing rut?

[02:16 – 17:14] When your marketing plan is no longer working

• A brief disclaimer
• The "rinse and repeat" marketing approach
• Are you in a marketing groove or a marketing rut?
• Deb does a behind the scenes look at her own analytics dashboard
• Deb's five tips on "getting your marketing groove back"

[17:15 - 19:51] Closing Segment

• Join our Facebook Group and be part of the Monday Morning Mastermind
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• Final words
• Join the FREE "Reliable Revenue Secrets" five-day event September 12-16, 2022 (1pm-1:45pm EST)
• www.TheGreatDoover.com/event

Tweetable Quotes:

"As new people get to know you who are peers or collaborators in your market, your influence will grow through proxy. And you will find your referral system increasing. You'll find you're getting a steady stream of referrals that you weren't getting before.." - Deb Boulanger

"So stay current on the issues your clients care about most. Be sure to notice where they're showing up, what other content are they consuming? What platforms are they on? Where can you be engaged in the conversation?" - Deb Boulanger

"In many ways you are training your audience, how to consume your content. You are training them when to show up, how to show up and how to engage with you."- Deb Boulanger

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In this episode, we're talking about the true meaning of "COMMUNITY" and how it can enhance your brand and your relationships with buyers. We are joined by CEO and fractional entrepreneur, Virginie Glaenzer , who's an an avantgarde marketer and a visionary. She is an expert on establishing communities in our businesses and in society. Virginie also is a contributor on the Pass The Mic podcast and the CMO of Acorn Oak, a platform that redefines the meaning of "community."

[00:01 - 04:51] Opening Segment

• I welcome our guest: Virginie Glaenzer
• The story of why Virginie left her corporate paycheck behind and what she's doing now.
• How a couple of freelance consulting gigs became the catalyst for Acorn Oak.

[04:52 - 17:00] How Acorn Oak is on the cutting edge of different kind "corporate culture"

• Virginie explains how the community at Acorn Oak came about organically.
• There's a correlation between a jazz band and a well working community
• Find out what a motorcycle company and a cosmetic company have in common

[17:01 -31:23] How does a company get started establishing this new kind of community

• Being on the cutting edge of a "new" kind of community
• What are the challenges that communities face today
• Will companies be willing to accept customer input

[31:24 - 33:027] Closing Segment

• Connect with Virginie through the links below
• Follow us on social media and leave a review
• Final words

Virginie Glaenzer

LInkedIn: linkedin.com/in/virginieglaenzer

Twitter: @VirginieG

Acorn Oak: acornoak.net

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Tweetable Quotes:

"We didn't wanna create a traditional marketing agency, but really a space where we individually could develop ourselves in the support of other people" - Virginie Glaenzer

"So we started gathering those small group around a question and we tackled so many different questions and that really helped us think deeper and expand our own comfort zone without taking too much risk". - Virginie Glaenzer

We are entering into a new season of economic challenges that many new entrepreneurs have never experienced before. You might be noticing that sales are slowing. And, you may be worried and wondering how you will weather the storm with your business. History has proven–both with the pandemic and past recessions–that success favors companies that adapt and remain nimble by addressing their clients most pressing needs. In this episode we explore three core premises to small business growth in challenging times.

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Today we are speaking with serial entrepreneur, Laura Meyer. Laura has scaled multiple six- and seven-figure online and offline companies over the last fifteen years. She knows first-hand how hard it is to create a brand that stands out from the crowd, and she'll be letting us in on her secrets in this episode. Tune in!

[00:01 – 04:06] Opening Segment

• I welcome our guest: Laura Meyer
• A hot minute in corporate and entrepreneurship she went
• Laura shares her life background and what she currently does

[04:07 – 22:15] Easy Lead Generation Strategies for High Ticket Coaches & Consultants

• A Steady Stream of Referrals
• Develop Partnership by Establishing Credibility
• How to Develop Credibility in the Marketplace: Do this in the right order
  • Find the right community
  • Keep track of your connections
  • Be consistent
• How to use social media and our expert platform to create relationship

[22:16 - 26:14] Closing Segment

Connect with Laura through LinkedIn, Referral Code, and Advance Expert Network.

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Tweetable Quotes:

"Developing reciprocal collaborations is one of the best ways to establish." – Laura Meyer

"Happy customers that take place within a community and are promoting you turn into referrals." – Laura Meyer

Your ideal bikini business model is not like other businesses. In this episode, Deb shares her tips on how to launch a successful bikini business. It is easy and difficult to have a bikini business. A bikini business takes time to develop, and you need to work at it every day in order to create opportunities for your prospective buyers to have a conversation with you and get a sense of your expertise. Tune in to learn more!

[00:01 – 06:53] Opening Segment

• Welcome to the podcast!
• Are you fresh out of corporate and looking to launch a coaching or consulting business that replaces your 6-Figure income? Join me on July 14 and 15 on a two-day event, two hours a day in The Fresh Out of Corporate 6-Figure Roadmap for new coaches and consultants. Stand out in a crowded market of other coaches and consultants and deliver a unique value to your ideal client.

[06:54 – 13:00] How to Get a Bikini Business Model

• A Lean Marketing Strategy
• A bikini marketing is less flash and more substance
• You have to work for it every day
• Have sex appeal in your market
• Simple, elegant, and sexy

[13:01 - 14:31] Closing Segment

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• Subscribe to the LinkedIn Newsletter
• Final words
• Join the "Fresh Outta Corporate" two-day event July 14 & 15

Tweetable Quotes:

"A bikini business takes time to develop. You need to work at it every day." - Deb Boulanger

"It's the level of effort that you put into your bikini business model that makes it so sweet and sexy and in demand." - Deb Boulanger

"In a bikini consulting business, you are the advisor, not the doer, you are paid for your expertise and your knowledge, not your sweat. " - Deb Boulanger

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Welcome back to another episode of Life After Corporate! In today's episode, we are speaking with Laura Beauparlant. Laura is an award-winning speaker, author and branding expert on a mission to help as many entrepreneurs as she can to turn their 'magic' into authentic and memorable brands.

[00:01 – 10:03] Opening Segment

• I welcome our guest: Laura Beauparlant
• Laura shares the journey she experienced to open her three different businesses
• Your first launch is not necessarily where you end up as an entrepreneur

[10:04 – 28:05] Are you on Brand? The Recipe for Creating a Standout Brand

• Branding is like baking!
• The ingredients and pulling together a powerful brand
• Brands as they Grow: Does your brand need an evolution or revolution?
• The Importance of Vulnerability in Branding
  • Branding Through Storytelling, How to Curate Your Vulnerability
  • Don't worry, you can still have a private life!

[28:06 - 32:44] Closing Segment

• Grab your own copy of Brand Chemistry!
• Final words from Laura
• Connect with Laura through the links below

Tweetable Quotes:

"You're the secret ingredient." – Laura Beauparlant

"If you're really excited about what you're doing, and you have a unique way, the way that you talk about it, then people are going to start to pay more attention." – Laura Beauparlant

"You need to have more of you than you think." – Laura Beauparlant

Connect with Laura through labcreative.ca

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Entrepreneurship will kick up all your "stuff" – the mental limitations and belief systems that have been conditioned in you over time. In this episode, we are talking with the a-mazing Kimberly Spencer, mindset master and queen of manifestion. You will get practical insights and strategies for how to make the right decision and shift your perspective from where you don't want to be to where you want to go. That is, the switch from fear to faith. What about your decisions? Were they right or wrong? What did you learn from them that you gained? Perspective, insight, growth? Stay tuned and find out more!

[00:01 - 04:27] Opening Segment

• Get to know my guest, Kimberly Spencer
• Kimberly, The Queen Bee

[04:28 - 10:01] How to Shift Your Vision from Fear to Faith to Create the Life You Want

• When wanting to get to a destination, we need to shift our vision from fear to faith.
• One exercise that helps clients figure out what they want is by asking them the hardest question: "What do you want?"

[10:01 - 15:28] How to Make the Right Decision

• Be present and trust your intuition
• Be open and curious about what you're doing, and put yourself at a cost in order to make the best decisions.
• Note: If you are afraid of making the wrong decision, you will delay making a decision.

[15:29 - 20:11] The Power of Decision Making

• The best way to make a decision is to eliminate the belief that there is a wrong decision.
• To make a decision, you must kill or cut down any other possibilities.
• If you are unavailable for anything less than profit and prosperity, that is a decision you make.

[20:12 - 28:04] The Power of Consciously Not Making a Decision

• Read: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership
• When you fear making the wrong decision, you also delay the decision
• Claim power over the decision by consciously deciding not to make a decision
• Entrepreneurs Fall Victim to Ego Hit, Fear of Reaching Success
• Achieve success by taking risks and being courageous

[28:05 - 33:10] How to Change Your Language to Change Your Perception of Entrepreneurial Life

• The fear of failure is a major obstacle to entrepreneurship.
• Entrepreneurs need to change the language they use to describe their business and their goals.
• Somatic breath work and physical exercise can help entrepreneurs process emotions and make decisions.

[33:11 - 34:45] Closing Segment

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Tweetable Quotes

"To get to a destination, we need visions, systems, structures, and a little bit of faith too." - Kimberly Spencer

"The only wrong decision is not to make a decision." - Kimberly Spencer