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In this episode I’m sitting down with Chiara Mason who is a creator and author. She got her start as a travel blogger in university and has grown to publishing her first award-winning poetry book. I was really excited to interview Chiara because I was keen to get her insights on being a full-time author and creator. What transpired, is such a relatable conversation for all entrepreneurs.

As you guys know, I usually talk to seasoned professionals who share their wisdom based on years of experience, but this conversation is a little different. This is the real, honest tea from someone who’s still getting started and figuring stuff out. I think this interview is just as important, if not more so than all the others on the podcast because, as entrepreneurs, we all have tough moments where we compare ourselves to other successful entrepreneurs and, as a result, feel inadequate or unsure of ourselves. So, this episode is your breath of fresh air.

Chiara and I are chatting about our individual experiences of creating and publishing a poetry book, everything from the benefits of self-publishing, to how to hack amazon and be number one new release in your category, to a deep dive into social media, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Chiara is also sharing her tips for how to stay inspired and productive as a creative, what “authentic” content is and how to make it online, and her learning lessons from launching her first book.

I hope you enjoy this episode for its relatability and vulnerability. There are some great tips in there for aspiring authors and we close on an inspirational note, so if you’ve been having a hard week, be sure to listen all the way through for the perfect pick-me-up.

Connect with Chiara:

Website: https://chiaragoesglobal.com/

Purchase her book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738816125?

Join email list: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/631629a72812b898e99a9a5f

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

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In this episode I’m sitting down with Matthew Sanjari. His story begins pretty traumatically, but through all his trials and tribulations he’s learned the hard lessons, so he can pass that knowledge along to all of you! His is a coming of age story, of realizing what’s important and discovering what drives you to find longterm happiness and success.

After building several businesses, his most recent being a business consultancy, Matthew is sharing his wisdom on how to be an effective CEO, how to identify inefficiencies in the backend, and how to go from surviving to thriving both professionally and personally. We talk about how to overcome the fear of getting started as an entrepreneur, how to set yourself up for success before you scale up, and the 2 most common reason your business is failing.

Think of this episode as a deep dive into how your business functions, the tips you need to improve it, and how to gain the motivation to actually follow through on your plans. Matthew’s fresh perspective on consulting means that he’s not claiming to be an expert in your industry. But instead, he’s there to provide a new set of eyes on how your business currently operates, and what you can implement to achieve your goals. Every business owner needs to hear this episode. Wether you’re well established, or like me, still a solopreneur with no team and no income.

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In this episode I’m sitting down with Emily Zorn, a registered dietitian, who shares her journey to becoming a nutrition expert and opening her own private practice. We talk about her passion for food and nutrition, common misconceptions in the field, and the emerging research on the gut-brain connection.

Emily also highlights the importance of mindset and motivation in achieving health goals. So much so, that she actually took a life coach course. I was fascinated by her combination of life coaching and nutrition coaching. Emily finds fulfillment in helping clients navigate their nutrition journeys to create sustainable lifestyle changes, including helping them overcome their mental roadblocks. This episode is great for anyone who’s dreamt about opening their own private practice. Emily shares her experience. Everything from the process of forming the LLC to the regulations involved.

We also get deep about the emotional aspect of food and the importance of understanding the mind body connection when it comes to healthy lifestyles. She shares her balanced approach to eating and emphasizes the inclusion of all foods in the diet. She also provides her guidance on creating balanced meals. I couldn’t let her go without discussing her thoughts on common internet food myths, and she gives her honest thoughts about things that I’m sure you’ve seen floating around the internet.

I know how hard it can be to make lasting life changes, so Emily gives her advice on how to go from discipline, to habits, to lifestyle changes. So, if you’re wanting to create a more healthy lifestyle, this episode is for you.

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I’m sitting down with Eric Grafstrom who’s career spans several years in Silicon Valley at Yahoo, culminating in the creation of his own company, Exit Guide, which helps small businesses plan for their exit. I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. I learned so much from Eric, but I also laughed a lot (I hope you guys do too). This chat is perfect for anyone working in corporate who’s dreamed of starting their own business. Eric gets real on his almost religious experience of knowing when it was time to transition to something else. He encourages new entrepreneurs to embrace humility, tenacity, and curiosity.

You guys are going to learn from Eric the value of embracing failure, making mistakes, and being solution-oriented. This has become one of my favorite conversations so far because it’s refreshingly frank. We discuss the value of seeking working relationships outside your own area of expertise to grow beyond where you are now. The value of doing the hard work without expectation, what it takes to succeed today, and being true to yourself. Also, Eric is leaving you with his top key skills that every successful entrepreneur should have, so this is an episode you are not going to want to miss.

Connect with Eric:

Website: https://exitguide.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exitguide/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/exitdotguide

Today I’m sitting down with Andres Klaric, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Fuse, a tech company transforming the lending industry. Andres has a very logical, and down to earth approach to entrepreneurialism, which is so refreshing. Our conversation is full of tangible takeaways that you can apply today. This episode is a complete playbook for pitching & funding. Andres is giving you examples on great pitch decks, how to prepare ahead of time, and even how to structure your schedule for maximum success.

We’re also getting deep on the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. I was especially keen to get his take on entrepreneurial life after his experience working on Wall Street. Andres is sharing his advice on improving productivity and managing stress, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and deconstructing bad habits to become more productive humans. He’s also giving you guys some great book recommendations so be sure to listen all the way through. Overall, this conversation is perfect for anyone looking to start a tech company. It’s really a complete guide for starting and maintaining the business.

Recommended Reading: The Power of Now

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The theme of today’s episode is women uplifting women. I’m chatting with Angela Melfi who is, the co-founder of Threads Worldwide. This was such a special interview for her, and for me by proxy. It’s one of those interviews that reminds me how grateful I am for this position that I have. Angela’s story is an incredible example of what I think so many of you dream about, getting together with your best friends over travels or coffee dates and dreaming of building something together. Except Angela and her co-founders actually did it, and she’s teaching you guys how to do it too.

You’re going to learn step-by-step of how to get a business off the ground, everything from starting an LLC, self-funding, creating a website etc. When you listen to this episode, it’s like getting to live vicariously through Angela at the point where she is finally able to feel gratitude for all the hard work she’s put into making Threads a successful business. Its uplifting and full of wisdom. You’ll learn how to weather unexpected business challenges, how to bolster your creativity if you lean more right brain, and how to know when to go full time on your dreams and quit your day job.

Angela is also giving you guys access to an exclusive discount code for threads, but you’ll have to stay tuned for that at the end of the episode. Shopping on Threads is more than just buying jewelry, it’s about investing in other women. So go show them some love.

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Today I’m sitting down with Taylor and Abby Scarpello who have created an incredible community dedicated to supporting those who are ready to align with their highest self. Through their own journey of dealing with grief they knew they had to create a space to help others heal and empower themselves.

You guys have heard me talk ad nauseum about how important mindset is for entrepreneurs, and half of that battle is dealing with your emotions. It’s work that not only helps you address your current state, but also sets you up for success when future trying times come knocking. Taylor and Abby are giving you guys a complete toolkit on how to effectively deal with your emotions. We talk about everything from how to reconnect with yourself enough to feel your emotions, to how to process and work through them.

While this episode may seem ephemeral to some of you, but, Taylor and Abby leave you with tons of actionable takeaways that are guaranteed to help you at whatever stage of healing you’re in today. Whether that’s someone dealing with loss, dealing with challenging relationships, or someone simply looking to level up in life and knows that healing yourself is the best way to do so.

I cannot stress enough how important I think this episode is for any entrepreneur. In order for us to create and run successful businesses, we have to be in a good place. And this is the best first step for entrepreneurs looking to get their shit together.

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EMPWRD SOL: Website

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Today I’m chatting with Traci Bermingham who is an expert in business efficiency. With experience working for companies like Del Monte Foods, Traci is giving you a step by step guide for how to go from hot mess to highly functioning entrepreneurs. This episode is great for my struggling CEO’s out there, but you will also look like the hero to your CEO with Traci’s tips on how to improve business processes and flow. She’s teaching you time management life hacks, how to simplify your workflows, and how to create clarity on the backend of your business.

Interestingly, she and I chat about how all the information out there surrounding success in business is centered on how to make it profitable, but no one is really talking about what happens after you get the business off the ground. So many founders are miserable because they don’t have the processes to support them and their teams on the back end. How do you stop, and create the flow state when you feel like you’re drowning?

If that sounds like you, just know, it’s okay to not have everything figured out. Instead of pretending like everything’s fine, just listen to this episode. Traci is leaving you with all the tangible hot tips for building a business that’s highly functioning and productive. But buckle up, because Traci is also hitting you with some major realness about the root cause of why your business is struggling and some of you might not like the answer…

Traci's Free Guide: Practical Steps to Get 1 hour of your time back

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In this episode I’m sitting down with Katrina Owens, the CEO of Knockout Directive, a PR and marketing firm. Her experience spans over 10 years and she has a lot of wisdom to offer you guys. Katrina is one of the most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure of connecting with. She is also a hustler and an incredibly hard worker, which is evident with her success in her career.

You guys are going to love this episode because we chat about all things marketing and PR for entrepreneurs. You’re going to learn how to get on PR lists, how to make great content, and the difference between good PR and bad PR. But we also talk a lot about mindset. Katrina has worked so hard to shift her mindset in preparation and in the continued support of her entrepreneurial venture. There’s a lot to learn from her story, especially if you’re an entrepreneur. We talk about mindset as business owners and as women, and how that affects not just getting clients, but also the financial aspects of the business, and finding joy in the ups and downs.

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In this episode I’m sitting down with Kelsey Silver who is, a licensed family/ marriage counselor turned operations strategist. She is your resident expert in neurodivergence, and she helps entrepreneurs run their business in a way that works for their brain. This was such a fascinating conversation for me. I learned so much about different brain structures and how that affects day to day life. We chat about side hustles, and get to the heart of burnout in order to avoid it, and so much more. Kelsey is such a wonderful guest, one I immediately connected with over our mutual love for cats and anime. I think you guys are really going to enjoy listening to our conversation.

Here is what you’re going to learn from the episode:

Connect with Kelsey:

Kelsey's free roadmap to Find and Fix Your Biggest Operations Bottleneck in Under an Hour: https://kelseysilver.com/roadmap

Kelsey's free Facebook group, the NeuroSpicy CEOs: https://kelseysilver.com/group

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