That Big CEO Energy

I used to think I was just lazy. That if I could just stick to the calendar, color-code my planner, and follow the productivity experts—I’d finally feel successful. But all those systems made me feel more broken, not more productive. And here’s what I’ve learned: I’m not the problem—my blueprint was.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like their work style doesn’t fit the mold. If you’ve got a non-linear brain, if you ebb and flow through seasons of motivation, or if you just can’t seem to force yourself into a 9–5 schedule no matter how hard you try—this one’s for you.

I’m sharing what it actually looks like to work in rhythm with my brain (hello, 4:00 a.m. creative sprints and 8:00 a.m. crochet sessions), why I don’t take client calls before 11, and how I’ve stopped apologizing for building my business my way.

In This Episode, I Talk About:

• Why traditional productivity systems never worked for me—and what I do instead
• How I structure my week based on energy, not expectations
• The mindset shift that helped me stop resenting my business and start thriving in it

Timestamps:

00:00 Breaking Free from Traditional Productivity

02:04 Embracing Non-Traditional Work Styles

02:49 Understanding Personal Work Rhythms

06:25 Honoring Your Unique Gifts

09:24 Creating a Flexible Work Environment

11:03 Redefining Success on Your Terms

18:54 Final Thoughts: Permission to Be Yourself

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Let me guess—you’ve said yes to something lately that felt off. A collaboration, a meeting, a favor you didn’t have time or capacity for. Maybe it looked good on paper, maybe it flattered your ego a little, but deep down, you knew it wasn’t right. And after it was over? You felt drained, resentful, and completely out of alignment.

Been there. More than once.

In this episode, I’m getting all the way real about the cost of misaligned yeses and why learning to say no is one of the most powerful things you can do in life and business. I’ll walk you through what keeps us stuck in people-pleasing and FOMO spirals, how to reclaim your calendar (and your peace), and how to create a decision filter that supports your vision—not just your availability.

Saying no isn’t rude. It’s rooted. And it might just be your greatest superpower.

In This Episode, I Talk About:

• The emotional and energetic cost of saying yes when you mean no
  
  
• Why boundaries are a reflection of clarity, not rejection
  
  
• How to build your "no muscle" with grace, alignment, and confidence

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:50 The Consequences of Saying Yes

03:10 Understanding the Fear of Saying No

03:49 People Pleasing and Its Pitfalls

05:40 Scarcity Mindset: Overcoming Fear

07:11 Identity and Self-Worth

12:35 The Ripple Effect of Misaligned Yeses

15:28 Practicing the No Muscle

19:51 Creating a Decision Filter

20:23 Rewiring the Narrative Around No

21:34 Conclusion

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I want to say this with love—but also with volume: you’re not stuck because you’re unqualified. You’re stuck because you’re unclear.

In this episode, I’m calling out a pattern I see way too often (and have been caught in myself): collecting credentials instead of claiming clarity. If you’ve ever said, “I just need one more course, then I’ll launch…”—this conversation is for you.

I’m breaking down why the constant pursuit of certifications can become a trap, how fear of failure and visibility sneak in disguised as “research,” and what to do instead if you want to actually gain momentum in your business.

This isn’t a dig at education. It’s a reminder that your value doesn’t come from a PDF with your name on it—it comes from your voice, your work, and your willingness to show up now.

In This Episode, I Talk About:

• How to know if you're hiding behind learning instead of leading
  
  
• Why clarity (not another course) is what actually builds confidence
  
  
• The simple actions that helped me move from student to practitioner

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:27 The Real Issue: Fear and Clarity

02:36 The Conditioning of Validation

04:24 The Trap of Credential Chasing

07:11 Finding Clarity and Confidence

10:23 Taking Action and Building Mastery

14:21 The Power of Authenticity

20:02 Conclusion

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Let’s talk about the job you never really wanted—but said yes to anyway. Not because it lit you up. Not because it aligned with your calling. But because it came with health insurance and a steady paycheck.

Let’s break down what so many women in business feel but rarely say out loud: you’re not stuck because you’re unqualified—you’re stuck because you’re scared. We will talk through the emotional, financial, and identity cost of staying in a job for the “safety” it offers, and why that safety might actually be shrinking you.

If you're feeling the pull toward something more—more freedom, more fulfillment, more alignment—this episode will meet you right where you are.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why “at least” thinking is a red flag in your career
  
  
• What scarcity mindset actually sounds like—and how it keeps you stuck
  
  
• How to start building a career rooted in abundance, not fear
  
  

Resources + Mentions:

• The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
  
  
• Episode 127 with Laura Sexton
  
  

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

03:30 The Illusion of Safety in Jobs

04:49 The Breakthrough and Benefits

05:58 Settling for Safety and Shrinking Ambitions

09:59 The Lie of 'At Least' Thinking

10:35 Coping Mechanisms and Justifying Misery

21:24 The Emotional and Financial Costs of Playing It Safe

27:23 Scarcity Mindset vs. Abundance Mindset

32:49 Taking Action: Building a Life That Feels Like Yours

34:09 Conclusion

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Let’s get real: some days, you just don’t like your business. This episode is for the entrepreneurs, CEOs, and creatives who feel like their dream business has started to feel more like a burden than a blessing. You’re not lazy. You’re not ungrateful. You’re human.

In this raw and relatable solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the parts of entrepreneurship no one talks about on Instagram—the resentment, the exhaustion, the longing for a Target shift where someone else just tells you what to do. If you’ve lost your spark, outgrown your business model, or feel burned out by your calendar, you are so not alone.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why losing momentum doesn’t mean losing your purpose—and how to find your way back
  
  
• How to identify resentment in your business and use it as a roadmap for change
  
  
• What to do when you outgrow the business you built—without burning it all down
  
  
• How to audit your calendar, reconnect to your “why,” and rebuild a business that fits your life

Timestamps:

00:00 Acknowledging the Struggle

01:46 The Unseen Days of Entrepreneurship

03:30 Resentment and Burnout

04:49 Reconnecting with Your Why

07:36 Permission to Pivot

09:24 Auditing Your Calendar

14:49 The Reality of Success

 Resources Mentioned:

Want to rebuild your business with support? Explore The Kallective – a community for real, honest growth

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Ever feel like you’re building your business in a vacuum? Like you’re screaming into the void on Instagram and no one sees you? In this heartfelt and honest episode, we dive into the power of digital communities and how they play a key role in building real business confidence.

This isn’t about likes or follower counts. It’s about the quiet courage that grows when women support each other in co-working sessions, mastermind groups, and honest DMs. Whether you’re launching your first offer or struggling with imposter syndrome, this episode will help you understand how to borrow belief from others—and how to build or find the kind of online community that fuels growth, strategy, and sisterhood.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why confidence is built through community—not before it
  
  
• How to find or create digital spaces that offer real support, not just surface-level hype
  
  
• Ways to stop building your business in isolation and start building with others who get it

You don’t need 10,000 followers—you need 3 people who will say, “I believe in you.” Confidence isn’t loud. It’s built one brave action, one honest message, one small community at a time. Don’t wait for confidence. Build the community that helps create it.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Community

02:20 The Myth of the Solo Entrepreneur

04:18 Building Confidence Through Community

05:41 The Role of Online Communities

08:35 Real Stories of Community Impact

11:15 Finding and Building Your Community

16:05 Conclusion: Take the Leap with Community Support

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Launching your business can feel like jumping out of a plane with nothing but Google and grit—and guess what? That’s exactly how most of us started. In this empowering solo episode, we’re breaking down what to do in your first 90 days of business—step by step. Whether you're building a personal brand, service-based business, or coaching offer, this roadmap will help you focus your energy, find clarity, and build real momentum—even if you're still figuring things out as you go.

New to entrepreneurship? Wondering if you need an LLC or how to price your first offer? This is the episode for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to confidently launch your business in the first 90 days—even if you're still figuring it out
• The 5-step framework for building a clear offer that actually sells (without creating a million options)
• Simple systems to streamline your workflow and create sustainable momentum without burnout
• How to get visible and attract your first clients—without being on every platform or hiring a team

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: For the Dreamers and New Business Owners

01:57 Overcoming Procrastination and Initial Challenges

03:32 The Crucial First 90 Days

08:59 Month One: Clarity and Foundations

16:06 Month Two: Action and Refinement

21:31 Month Three: Refinement and Outreach

25:38 Join the Collective: Support and Community

28:10 Conclusion: The Messy, Magical Journey of Business

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Ever feel like you’re putting in the work but still asking yourself, “Why isn’t anything happening?” This episode is your reminder that just because success isn’t loud doesn’t mean it’s not happening.

Today, I am hitting it hard with the concept of invisible wins—the quiet, often-overlooked progress that’s actually moving your business forward. From setting up systems to building confidence, boundaries, and consistency, we’ll explore the 7 types of invisible wins that are just as important (if not more) than revenue.

You'll learn practical ways to track this behind-the-scenes growth using tools like journaling and monthly CEO debriefs, and I’ll challenge you to start recognizing and celebrating what’s actually working—even when it doesn’t show up on the dashboard.

This is the episode every entrepreneur needs when it feels like you’re shouting into the void. Spoiler: you’re not. You’re growing. And I’m here to prove it.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why it feels like nothing’s working (and why that’s not true)
• The 7 most powerful types of invisible wins
• Tools to help you track progress beyond sales and likes
• A mindset shift around success, momentum, and what really matters
• How to redefine your metrics and lead yourself through the slow seasons

Timestamps:

00:48 – What Are Invisible Wins?

02:14 – Why We Miss Them (Especially in Online Business Culture)

04:26 – Recognizing Progress That Doesn’t Feel “Big”

04:50 – Win #1: Systems and Automations

06:49 – Win #2: Clarity and Boundaries

08:43 – Win #3: Confidence and Resilience

10:24 – Win #4: Audience Growth (Without Virality)

11:51 – Win #5: Consistency Over Time

13:43 – Win #6: Mindset Shifts That Change Everything

18:07 – Win #7: Reputation and Relationships

19:46 – Tools: Journaling, CEO Debriefs & Asking Better Questions

22:52 – Final Challenge: Celebrate 3 Invisible Wins This Week

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How do you navigate a business while dealing with financial stress and family obligations? 

In this enlightening episode, our special guest, Laura Sexton, dives deep into her journey from drowning in nearly $400,000 debt to becoming a prosperous money and mindset coach.

Discover how she set up her business to be completely debt-free and the importance of having a financial cushion. 

Laura also discusses essential strategies for ensuring your business doesn't rely entirely on you and how to maintain joy and optimism even when financial goals aren't being met. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or looking to optimize your business finances, Laura's insights are invaluable.

What You'll Learn:

• The critical role of mindset in achieving financial and business success 
• Practical steps to set up a business that operates without incurring debt 
• How to establish financial reserves to buffer against slower months 
• Strategies to maintain joy and motivation in business, even when financial targets aren't met 
• The importance of shifting focus from financial goals to serving people for long-term success 

Guest Bio: Laura Sexton is a dynamic money and mindset coach, dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve financial freedom. With firsthand experience in overcoming substantial debt, Laura has turned her journey into a mission to assist others in avoiding and escaping similar financial pitfalls. She is also an author, podcaster, and career coach, actively working on a children's book aimed at financial literacy for young minds. Her holistic approach to finance and her infectious optimism make her a sought-after coach for those looking to transform their financial landscape.

Links Mentioned:

Money and Career Mastery Podcast: Episode 75

Instagram video on weight of bills

Connect with Laura

Visit her Website

Connect with her on Instagram

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Have you ever felt like you're falling behind because you haven't reached certain milestones? In today's episode, we're tackling the pressure of timelines and shifting the focus to true goal transformation. You'll learn why setting rigid timelines can sabotage your goals, how to anchor your objectives in intention, and a new approach to sustainable goal-setting. Let's dive in to understand why you're not behind—you're becoming. 

What You'll Learn: 

🔹 Why timelines can sabotage your goals 

🔹 The difference between a goal and a timeline 

🔹 How to set emotionally driven goals 

🔹 The importance of anchoring your 'why' 

🔹 Building rituals instead of checklists 

🔹 The power of allowing transformation to take its time 

🔹 How to reset your mindset when you feel behind 

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:37 The Problem with Timelines

03:06 The True Purpose of Goals

07:16 A New Approach to Goal Setting

14:18 Building Sustainable Habits

24:42 Mindset Reset 

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Could a supportive community be the thing you're missing in your momentum? → Join The Kallective Mentorship, accountability, and bi-weekly sessions to build your business the smart way.

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