I'm back and so excited to reintroduce you to "Relationships Are Your Superpower"! In this special episode, I'm getting real about why I took a break. Here's the truth - you can't build authentic relationships until you have one with yourself first. I'm opening up about my own journey, including some tough moments from 2024, and sharing why being unapologetically YOU is your greatest superpower. Get ready for some deep, meaningful conversations ahead as I bring on amazing guests who truly understand that relationships are about showing up as your genuine self. If you're ready to strip away the masks and build lasting connections in business, leadership, and life, this episode is for you. Let's get REAL together! 💕

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Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this episode, relationship and confidence expert Shannon Bryant discusses the connection between relationships and confidence in both personal and business settings. She emphasizes the importance of being present in our lives and not letting insecurities and jealousies hold us back. The conversation also touches on the topic of women in business and the tendency for women to see each other as threats rather than supporting and uplifting one another. Shannon and Barb Betts discuss the power of self-awareness, reframing negative experiences into positives, and taking action to achieve our goals.

Takeaways

• Being present in our lives is crucial for building successful relationships and achieving our goals in business.
• Women often see each other as threats in business, but it's important to change the conversation and support and uplift one another.
• Self-awareness is key to overcoming insecurities and reframing negative experiences into positives.
• Taking action and operating as if we are already at the level we want to be can lead to personal and professional growth.
• Authentic relationships with others can only happen when we have an authentic relationship with ourselves.

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CEO | Speaker | Podcast Host
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Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this chat, Barb Betts and J'aime Nowak stress the need to bring calm to the chaos of entrepreneurial life. They discuss challenging societal pressures that lead to stress and busyness. The key is to prioritize tasks, declutter, and visualize a better path. They emphasize managing time effectively, delegating non-priority tasks, and creating space for creativity and self-care. They also highlight the importance of prioritizing relationships, starting fresh, and taking small steps toward change, suggesting activities like journaling for reflection. Ultimately, they advise choosing priorities wisely and avoiding distractions.

Takeaways

• Challenge unrealistic expectations and redefine what success means to you.
• Clear out the clutter in your life by evaluating your commitments and priorities.
• Visualize a better way forward by focusing on what truly matters and saying no to tasks that don't align with your goals.
• Remember that less is often more, and by doing fewer things, you can achieve greater success and fulfillment. Evaluate your calendar activities and prioritize them based on importance and fulfillment.
• Delegate tasks that are not a priority or do not bring you joy.
• Create space for creativity and self-care to enhance productivity and well-being.
• Set boundaries and learn to say no to non-essential commitments.
• Prioritize relationships, especially with family, to avoid regrets.
• Start with a clean slate and curate your activities based on your goals and priorities.
• Take small steps towards change and avoid overwhelming yourself with a complete overhaul.
• Carve out time for yourself in the morning and evening for reflection and self-care.
• Avoid getting caught up in unimportant things and focus on what truly matters.
• Design your daily flow by choosing priorities and committing to them.

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Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this episode, Barb Betts chats with Kareen Zahr Walsh, a business coach, about finding your business superpower and overcoming imposter syndrome. They stress the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and hiring support that aligns with your goals. They also touch on setting boundaries and letting go of what no longer serves you. The conversation offers practical tips for personal growth and making room for new opportunities.

Takeaways

• Finding alignment and embracing your superpower is crucial for success in business.
• Imposter syndrome can be overcome by taking action and stepping into your true self.
• Authenticity and vulnerability are key in building meaningful relationships.
• Being true to yourself and hiring the right support are essential for growth and success.
• Authenticity empowers you to outgrow environments and relationships that no longer serve you. Authenticity and discernment are key in building relationships and attracting the right people into our lives.
• Setting boundaries and saying no to things that don't align with our values and goals is essential for personal growth and fulfillment.
• Letting go of what we've outgrown creates space for new opportunities and growth.
• Continuous growth and evolving are necessary for personal and professional success.

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Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this episode, Barb and Elle discuss the power of personal branding and its impact on building trust and relationships. They emphasize the importance of authenticity and how personal branding can accelerate business growth. They also explore the impact of personal branding in different industries and provide tips for getting started with personal branding. In this conversation, Elle discusses the importance of clarity in solving a specific problem and delivering a clear message. She emphasizes the need to identify the ideal customer and target audience, focusing on who you are best positioned to serve. Elle also highlights the power of personal branding and the impact it has on building trust and attracting clients. 

Takeaways

• Personal branding is essential as it allows you to build trust and compress the time it takes to establish relationships.
• Authenticity is key in personal branding, as people are more likely to connect with and trust individuals who are genuine.
• Personal branding can accelerate business growth by making you more referable and increasing your credibility.

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Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this conversation, Barb and Chelsea discuss the power of building relationships and strategies on social media. They share their personal experience of meeting and developing a deep friendship through Snapchat. They emphasize the importance of trust and authenticity in building relationships online. They also provide practical tips for creating conversations and engagement on social media platforms. Chelsea introduces her framework for creating content, which focuses on tailoring the message to the audience, being relatable, and developing an un-copy-pastable brand.

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Takeaways

• Building authentic relationships is possible through social media platforms.
• Social media is an extension of your database and a way to check in on and engage with your network.
• Tailor your message to your audience and make it relatable to establish trust.
• Engage thoughtfully with your audience's content to create conversations and build relationships.
• Create content that is tailored, relatable, un-copy-pastable, strategically structured, and timeless.

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Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this conversation, Danielle discusses the concept of unstoppable grit and how it can help individuals overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. She emphasizes the importance of setting courageous goals that push individuals outside their comfort zones. Danielle introduces her framework for goal setting, which includes identifying courageous goals, creating objective steps, benchmarking progress, and envisioning opportunities. She also provides practical tips for effective email and calendar management. She encourages individuals to believe in themselves and seek support from others. She concludes by discussing her book, 'Unstoppable Grit,' which offers stories, lessons, and tools to help readers thrive in their personal and professional lives.

Takeaways:

• Unstoppable grit is the combination of passion, perseverance, resilience, and commitment towards long-term goals.
• Setting courageous goals that feel uncomfortable and push individuals outside their comfort zones is essential for personal and professional growth.
• Effective goal setting involves breaking down goals into objective steps, benchmarking progress, and envisioning the opportunities that will arise from achieving those goals.
• Proper email and calendar management are crucial for productivity and focus.
• Believing in oneself is key to overcoming self-doubt and achieving success.

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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daniellecobo

 Unstoppable Grit YouTube: https://youtube.com/@UnstoppableGritPodcast?si=EeZHgq4cyZ3PbT9Q

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Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

Have you ever struggled with self-doubt or experienced the anxiety of the imposter syndrome? You're not alone. We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Simone Knego, a renowned author, speaker, and podcast host. Simone, a superhero of sorts with her incredible power of patience, shares the unique morning routine which has helped her uplift her spirit and practice patience, a routine which may come in handy for you too.

In our conversation, we didn't shy away from exploring the prevalent issues of self-doubt and imposter syndrome, especially prominent among women. Imparting the significance of self-belief, we delve into the neuroscience behind our thoughts, and how understanding it can change the way we perceive ourselves. Together, we share personal experiences and offer strategies on how to deal with the dreaded imposter syndrome. We focus on the power of positive affirmations and self-reflection, as tools to combat the feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.

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Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

In this episode, Barb Betts interviews Cassandra Thompson, a speaker and trainer who helps people build authentic relationships for professional success on LinkedIn. They discuss the importance of authentic relationships and how to remove the 'ick' factor from networking. They also share strategies for effective follow-up, keeping in touch, and noticing needs to deepen relationships. 

Takeaways

• Authentic relationships are key to professional success.
• Networking can feel inauthentic when the focus is solely on personal gain.
• Effective networking involves keeping in touch and providing value without always asking for something in return.
• LinkedIn offers unique opportunities for building professional relationships and reaching decision-makers.

Cassandra Thompson's LinkedIn 1:1 Coaching Program: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin

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Connect with Barb Betts
Instagram: @barbbetts
Linkedin: @barbbetts
Facebook: @barbarambetts
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Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.

What if there was a foolproof way to turn your everyday customers into superfans who advocate for your brand? Join us in a captivating conversation with Brittany Hodak, a prominent keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author who has mastered the art of creating superfans. Brittany shares her unique approach to customer experience, highlighting the essence of not just meeting, but surpassing customer expectations. 

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Connect with Barb Betts
Instagram: @barbbetts
Linkedin: @barbbetts
Facebook: @barbarambetts
YouTube: youtube/@barbbetts
Website: www.barbbetts.com

Barb Betts is a keynote speaker, CEO, and author who teaches leaders and professionals how to drive growth through authentic, trust-based relationships. With over 23 years of success building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading top-performing sales teams, Barb brings real-world experience and a proven approach to human connection in business.

A respected industry leader for more than a decade within the largest trade association in North America, she offers powerful insight into how relationships fuel performance, retention, and results. Barb has worked with top organizations including Fidelity, Fairway Mortgage, Horsepower Brands, LVMH, and Thelios.

Her high-energy, actionable keynotes inspire professionals to connect with confidence, lead with authenticity, and transform how they do business—proving that relationships aren’t just a soft skill, they’re your greatest advantage.