Over the countless, literally thousands, of decisions and choices we are making each day as we navigate our careers, businesses and relationships, would you say are clouded by potentially incorrect judgments? I’ll be the first to admit that I’m guilty of this too! In today’s episode I wanted to share a story of a time I was judged by someone else and what it taught me, along with an awesome actionable tactic you can start applying in your day-to-day. There is power in both living freely despite other’s judgments and not letting our own dictate how we go after what we want to achieve! 

Episode Highlights:

• [2:15] - Sharing an interaction I had with a co-worker during my time in the pharmaceutical industry.  

• [5:00] - The blunt and open judgment about me that this woman shared and how she didn’t let it dictate her actions or decisions. 

• [7:00] - The reason behind why she had this judgment of me due to my high achieving, focused work ethic in out competitive field. 

• [10:24] - The biggest takeaway I learned from this moment and one real action you can start to implement surrounding our judgments of others and ourselves.

Episode Mentioned:

143. Taking Action Among Others' Judgment

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Justin Neagle, Chief Storyteller at Spot Migration and co-host of The Building Scale Podcast joins me on the show to share some insightful and heartfelt wisdom on his journey in switching careers from law into a tech star-up company, to the strategy and benefits of incorporating particular systems and structures into that business successfully. With a passion for helping people, Justin and I dive into how you can change your mindset to make your interactions with others more impactful. As well as not only taking the leap into new jobs, but new skills. Justin’s energy for finding joy and gratitude in life is infectious and will hopefully inspire you to take those small incremental steps to achieve the success you desire!

Main Takeaways of This Episode:

• [2:29] - Taking the scary leap from law into a start-up after feeling unhappy from Justin’s career path prior.

• [8:35] - Developing a good circle of people around yourself and building reciprocal relationships.

• [16:55] - The art of getting into the mindset of asking how your interactions can be impactful for others.

• [25:15] - What triggered his company’s decision to bring on the operational system EOS and how it works as a structure in their business. 

• [34:50] - Strategies on growing your skills, organizing or delegating them- even when it’s uncomfortable.

Book Mentioned: Traction:Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman

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Spot Migration Website: https://spotmigration.com

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.Are you taming your “dark side” and did you know that doing so could be hindering your potential and success? Today I’ll be diving into a perspective from Tim Grover’s insightful book Relentless, all about understanding your dark side and how to leverage it. Essentially it encapsulates the positive power of embracing who you are and your inner motivations as fuel in order to achieve what you want. I feel that this topic is not discussed enough from a business perspective and I want to share tips, anecdotes and tactical advice for how to understand and utilize this mindset for your benefit, performance and focus! So dial in and stay open! 

Episode Highlights:

• [5:30] - Tim Grover’s 3 types of people categories, how they produce work and their distinct traits.

• [10:25] - How to become aware of your dark side alter ego and understanding your triggers.

• [13:11] - Breaking down some dark side stereotypes and labels that typically get put on people who show theirs.

• [18:07] - Controlling your emotions, specifically anger, is the best weapon.

• [22:39] - Practical tips when it comes to harnessing your dark side, from goal setting to powerful questions for self reflection. 

Book Mentioned: Relentless by Tim Grover

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I am excited to have one of my favorite returning guests back on the show, my husband Chris Brien! If you’ve enjoyed our episodes together in the past, you’re going to love this one and the ones to come! As partners of our evolving construction company Brien Contracting, we think sharing lessons and insights we’ve learned along the way could be beneficial for growing business owners, and even those thinking about going into business with their spouse. Today we will be discussing the strategy of any scale service based businesses thinking beyond the bottom line in certain aspects of their business, returning client relationships and bringing it back to basics so you can focus on what you do best!

Main Takeaways of This Episode:

[2:00] - What does ‘looking beyond the bottom line’ mean to us in our business?

[5:10] - What you should consider before “nickel and diming” your client for minor things that result in you losing trust or credibility.

[10:20] - Why over-delivering or taking the cost of a mistake from someone else might be worth it in the long run, and what “adding value” can look like for your customer. 

[14:06] - There is a balance of grace and remembering you’re running a business when asking for payment. 

[20:10] - Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to forming strong, long lasting client or other service based business relationships. 

Past Episodes Mentioned:

49. The Power of Partnership, Working with Your Spouse w/ Chris Brien

85. Shiny Object Syndrome Entrepreneurship with Chris Brien

125. The Hardest Lessons We’ve Learned with Chris Brien

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Whether you are a high achiever building your business, reaching new heights in your career or becoming a better leader for your family or team, stewarding and positively directing your mindset is so powerful and can alter your whole day. Today on the podcast I want to share a powerful quote I heard all about how we process our thoughts and receive messages. Of course I’ll also be diving into 3 intentional and actionable ways you can find and utilize the thoughts that do serve you! Let’s take control of that mindset together! 

Episode Highlights:

• [3:51] - We all have a large range of thoughts daily, but which ones are you letting nourish or affect you?

• [6:30] - We each receive messages uniquely based on our experiences and personal outlook, and hearing from others opinions can also change this as well.

• [10:43] - It’s natural to automatically jump to thoughts that do not serve you. Here are 3 actionable ways that can help you find the ones that do! 

• [11:56] - Reflective questions you can ask yourself when you are struggling with doubtful, uncertain thoughts about what you are capable of and how to set good intentions. 

Mentioned: 

James Clear Newsletter: https://jamesclear.com/newsletter

Shaan Puri 5 Tweet Tuesday: https://shaan.beehiiv.com

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When it comes down to the simple question, “What do you really want?” are you answering it honestly? Relevant within so many crucial areas of our lives, today I’ll be sharing a recent conversation I had with an acquaintance who reached out to me with a dilemma I’ve similarly experienced myself in the past. Plus, I think you’ll be surprised by how I approached offering my advice! My hope is that this episode will help you not only seek clarity when making decisions, but how to uncover what you really want, along with 2 actionable steps to get there! Let’s dive in!

Episode Highlights:

• [5:37] - It’s easy to let social media, pressure from our peers and even FOMO influence our decisions and cloud our genuine vision.

• [9:55] - Gaining clarity is the first step in creating the reality you want for yourself before eventually taking more action.

• [11:29] - Questions to ask yourself to get to the bottom of what you really want. 

• [13:04] Why you shouldn’t always have these conversations or ask advice from close family, friends, or coaches.

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We are covering a hot topic today and one that is perfect for if you are feeling that mid-year rut and would like to get back into the swing of things! Whether you are trying to climb the ladder in your career or are a small business owner entrepreneur, the phrase “work-life balance” is one that is talked about and pressured on us constantly! It can bring a ton of guilt, comparison when looking at others through the social media lens and feeling like we are always at an imbalance. Well today, I’ll be challenging that idea, bringing some much needed reality to it and providing you with 2 powerful takeaway actions you can put forward in working through this obstacle now! Let’s all win together!

Episode Highlights:

• [3:30] - Fictitious things we are told about work-life balance, achieving success and the real reality behind hard work. 

• [6:25] - Why is there such an imbalance between the two and how stress is involved.

• [9:15] - Is an imbalance a good or bad thing?

• [12:00] - Two actionable tips that have helped me find and create my own balance within our business and personal life. 

Mentioned:

Last Week’s Episode: 153. My Secret For Staying Focused on Your Business

Book: Relentless by Tim Grover

Book: Winning by Tim Grover

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As much as I want to hold onto summer, the fall season is fast approaching, and with that also comes many new invitations to networking events, masterminds, conferences, gatherings and more. Well in this episode, I am going to share with you a different perspective on how saying no to these invites might actually be more beneficial for yourself and your business, over saying yes! Personally, this has been a leading indicator in what my husband Chris and I have been able to do and expand upon in our own business. So join me as I share my best focus tip for eliminating those shiny distractions and zoning in on your success! 

Episode Highlights:

• [4:20] - A new take on the “Shiny Object Syndrome” for entrepreneurs when it comes to attending networking events.

• [9:51] - Entrepreneurship can be lonely and seeking community is a great solution, except for when we let FOMO get in the way of our goals. 

• [11:50] - The 4 best questions I ask myself when I am invited or asked to attend something.

• [16:25] - How to stay true to yourself and what to say when you’ve made the decision to decline.

Past Episode Mentioned

85. Shiny Object Syndrome Entrepreneurship with Chris Brien

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This week I’ll be sharing a repost episode from my conversation with Brook Choulet! If you are looking to manage your stress, refocus your goals and productivity as a high achiever this summer, definitely tune in if you missed it or give it re-listen! 

Brook Choulet, M.D., The Performance Psychiatrist, is a board-certified concierge psychiatrist who specializes in performance psychiatry. Dr. Choulet’s passion lies in helping high-achieving professionals, top executives, professional athletes, and their families at all levels optimize performance and reach their potential through personalized, concierge mental health services. Dr. Choulet takes a modern approach to mental health treatment, which is why I wanted to have her on this week’s episode to give you a new perspective on navigating being a high performer, while maintaining success in your personal, mental and business development. 

Main Takeaways of This Episode:

• Dr. Choulet's view on the benefits of coaching vs. therapy

• Being seen, consistent and building trust with your clients in your business.

• Finding motivation and goal setting with tangible steps to achieve it. 

• Stress management, productive anxiety and scheduling time to fill your cup as a business owner.

• What is executive performance therapy and why is it different from coaching.

• Finding self worth regardless of external factors. 

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

90. Is Your Schedule Holding You Back?

2. How to Recognize Stress Before it Leaves You Blind

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Welcoming my next esteemed guest to the show, Dr. LuLu Shimek! Dr. LuLu Shimek, is a distinguished Naturopathic Physician, herbal formulator, international speaker, author and clinical director at Kale Diagnostics, with a passion for empowering people to discover their zest and joy for life. As a leading expert in women’s health, biohacking, and genetic analysis, Dr. LuLu works with patients experiencing chronic diseases such as hormonal imbalance, thyroid disorders, fatigue and more. Her philosophy is centered around uncovering the root cause of illness and igniting the body's innate ability to heal, resulting in life-changing transformations.

You may already know I am a huge advocate for taking care of our bodies with as much effort and attention as we do with our businesses or work, so you can truly put out your best self! So I’m excited to highlight this conversation Dr. LuLu and give you some food for thought on making wellness a priority, avoiding the “quick fix” and the advantages of going the naturopath route! Let’s get you focused in the right direction, with wisdom to help guide you in taking small steps for your wealth through your health!

Main Takeaways of This Episode:

• [2:30] - Naturopath health care benefits and what separates it from primary care specialists.

• [6:55] - What does it look like to get to the root cause of a health problem?

• [13:00] - Burnout prevention, and tests you should ask for from a naturopath.

• [22.59] - Differences between a naturopath and a functional medical certification. 

• [28:55] - Investing in your health like you would your business and having a team behind you.

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Website: www.doclulu.com 

www.kalediagnostics.com

Instagram Link: @drlulushimek @kalediagnostics

LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlulushimeknd/https://www.linkedin.com/company/doclul