The Aligned Leadher

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of maintaining a positive mindset when dealing with changes in your direct sales or entrepreneurial business. She emphasizes that your personal brand and the value you provide to customers is what truly matters, not the fluctuations of the company you're associated with. Michele encourages listeners to focus on what they can control - their own consistent effort and beliefs - rather than worrying about an uncertain future. She shares her own experiences transitioning between different business ventures, and how her personal brand and relationships have carried over. The key takeaway is that you are the foundation of your business, not the company, so continue serving your customers well regardless of external changes. If you're feeling anxious about shifts in your organization, this episode will help you regain a sense of empowerment and direction. Connect with Michele at michelekostos.com to get more support.

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of focus and how to shift your mindset to look for what's working rather than what's wrong. She shares practical tips like starting each day listing 3 things going well in your business, celebrating weekly wins, and curating your social media feed to be uplifting. Michele emphasizes that focusing on the positive doesn't change your circumstances overnight, but it changes you - and that's what leads to lasting results. She encourages listeners to prioritize personal growth through coaching, as that drives professional growth as well. This is a must-listen episode for any entrepreneur or leader looking to cultivate a more empowered, solutions-focused mindset. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

In this episode, host Michele Kostos shares powerful insights on how to get unstuck in your business and life. She explains the 3 key areas to focus on: Thoughts about yourself - Shift limiting self-beliefs to empower your self-trust and confidence. Thoughts about others - Adopt a more optimistic, service-oriented mindset in your relationships and sales. Thoughts about your offering - Cultivate unwavering belief in the value you provide to clients/customers. Michele also emphasizes the importance of developing connection and communication skills to fully unlock your potential as a leader. If you find yourself repeatedly hitting roadblocks, this episode will give you the mindset tools to break free and achieve your next level of success. Join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

In this episode, Michele discusses the concept of "success intolerance" - the tendency for people, especially entrepreneurs, to feel anxious, exhausted or nervous when they achieve a big goal, leading to self-sabotage. Michele explains that this is often rooted in a subconscious belief that we're not capable of maintaining that level of success. She emphasizes the importance of expanding our self-concept to match our achievements, and working with a coach or mentor to uncover and overcome these limiting beliefs. Michele shares her own journey with overcoming success intolerance, and provides actionable tips for listeners to identify and address this pattern in their own lives. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

In this episode, Michele discusses the value of experimenting in your business as an entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of protecting your existing profitable activities while cautiously adding new experiments. Michele shares her own experiences with launching a group program, highlighting the need for patience, evaluation, and belief-shifting when trying something new. She encourages listeners to approach experiments with a service-focused mindset, rather than being solely driven by increasing revenue or reducing effort. Overall, this episode provides a thoughtful framework for strategically testing new ideas in your business.

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of "winning the day" as an entrepreneur and new mom. She emphasizes the illusion of time and how being intentional with each day is key to long-term success. Michele shares strategies like creating a 3-item daily to-do list and celebrating small wins, as these build momentum and positive mindset. She encourages listeners to approach the past with curiosity rather than judgment, and to focus on what they can control in the present moment. The overall message is that consistently winning each day, even in small ways, is the path to achieving bigger goals. Click here to join the waitlist: michelekostos.com

In this candid and vulnerable episode, Michele shares the lessons she's learned and was reminded of during her first 12 weeks as a new mom. From the importance of asking for help, to priority management over time management, to the power of embracing hard things - Michele's insights are applicable to both business and life. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur or go-getter looking to grow their capacity, strengthen their resilience, and show up more authentically. Click here to work with Michele: michelekostos.com

In this candid and vulnerable episode, Michele shares the lessons she's learned and was reminded of during her first 12 weeks as a new mom. From the importance of asking for help, to priority management over time management, to the power of embracing hard things - Michele's insights are applicable to both business and life. She's open about the mental health challenges she faced postpartum, encouraging listeners that even the most successful people struggle with their human brains sometimes. Michele also discusses the value of listening to your intuition, and shares an exciting announcement about her upcoming Driven Mastermind program. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur or go-getter looking to grow their capacity, strengthen their resilience, and show up more authentically. Grab a pen and paper - Michele's wisdom is sure to inspire! Click here to work with Michele: michelekostos.com

In this episode, Michele shares powerful strategies to help you grow past where you are and achieve your biggest goals. She discusses the importance of thinking something new, reading something new, attending new events, putting yourself in new rooms with high-caliber people, and developing new relationships. Michele also highlights the upcoming launch of her Driven Mastermind program, which is designed to help driven women in direct sales rapidly grow their businesses and income. If you're ready to make a quantum leap in your life and business, this episode is a must-listen. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

In this episode, Michele Kostos shares her insights on the power of community for entrepreneurs. Michele discusses how being part of a mastermind group or coaching community has been pivotal to her own growth and success. She highlights how community provides support, accountability, and the opportunity to learn from others' experiences - both successes and failures. Michele emphasizes that community helps overcome the isolation that can come with entrepreneurship and allows you to celebrate wins with like-minded peers. She announces the launch of her new "Driven Mastermind" program designed for women leaders in direct sales, inviting listeners to get on the waitlist. Overall, this episode underscores the transformative impact a growth-focused community can have on an entrepreneur's mindset, business, and journey. Join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com