Three-time Bestselling Author & award winning entrepreneur and sales expert, Ursula Mentjes joins me in the studio for a cosmopolitan.

Personally having experienced the phenomenal sales training of Ursula and her team, I was thrilled to have Ursula share her journey of becoming a renowned sales expert, business owner, public speaker and bestselling author with me.

Have you heard the saying, 'Work smarter, not harder"?

That is a lesson Ursula honed in on early in her sales career which progressed her towards earning the title of President at a technical training company at the age of 27.

Now, as the founder of Sales Coach Now, she speaks to audiences of all sizes on the topics of sales strategy, the power of intention and synchronicity.

If you are frustrated with the lack of results or have the fear of being perceived as pushy - Ursula's training will be a GAME CHANGER.

Tune in to hear more on the topics of shifting mindset, overcoming limiting beliefs, goal setting and the journey of becoming a business owner and bestselling author.

Cheers,

Renee

2 oz vodka (We used Ketle One)

1/2 oz cointreau

3/4 oz cranberry juice

1/2 oz fresh lime juice

1 Lime slice for garnish

Shake in mixer, strain into martini glass, garnish with a lime, Enjoy!

✨Learn more about Ursula by visiting https://www.ursulamentjes.com/ and https://www.salescoachnow.com/.

Check out Ursula's work 👇

📖Selling With Intention: https://amzn.to/38gET4B

📖Selling With Synchronicity: https://amzn.to/38iVWCV

📖One Great Goal: A guide for Entrepreneurs and Sales Professionals who are ready to live in service and on purpose...One Goal At A Time: https://amzn.to/2SdOMKB

I am forever grateful for my guest this week, Amanda Johnson.    

Amanda is the Founder of True to Intention, a speaker, best-selling author....and the editor that encouraged me, collaborated with me, and kept me on track as I wrote and published, "I Hate Mondays, A Guide To Landing A Job That Makes You Jump Out Of Bed."    

So naturally, I was thrilled to reconnect over one of her favorite beverages - - A Homemade Mocha☕!  [visit www.careersandcocktails.com for her favorite recipe]  

Amanda identifies herself as a smart-mouthed seeker, unapologetic story junkie & mindfully messy messenger.    She opens up about her business and the spiritual journey and creative processes she shares with her clients.   

As Amanda so graciously reminded me....  the process is often more important than the end goal.  A simple reminder and something to think about as so many of us hurry through nearly everything we do.    

Pour yourself a mocha drink, and embrace the process. 

Thanks for joining me Amanda!   

Cheers,  Renee  

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Business leader extraordinaire Anne Finch, joined me in the studio for a Wander North Moscow Mule. She takes us to the start, and shares about her experience of programming for money when she was a young 14 year old high school student.

Having programmed for 3 years before even graduating from high school, and now transitioning from CIO to CEO, there is one thing that has been consistent across time - and that is her determination to learn and grow.

Anne and I speak to the topic of transitioning from CIO to CEO, servant leadership, identifying the strengths of your team and company culture. If you are in the IT industry, lead a team or looking for resources to identify your own strengths - this episode has it all for you.

Enjoy,

Renee

Visit www.careersandcocktails.com for career related tips and fun cocktail/mocktail recipes. 

So.Much.Fun to visit with a former classmate of Forest Lake High School -- Therese Molloy.

We were dreaming of sandy beaches and sunny weather when we sipped on our Spicy Margaritas!

Therese shares her wild journey of being featured as a singer, voiceover talent and actor in studios and on stages in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles and in her current city of Minneapolis. 

We chat on the topic of balancing the mom life and overcoming the anxiety of memorizing lines and being on stage in front of large audiences.

Thanks for joining me Therese - can't wait to have you back to hear more about your next business venture so

For more information on Therese and the Spicy Margarita we mixed up together, visit www.careersandcocktails.com

Whiskey lovers, this is for you! 

My dear friend Jodi Mayers who was featured on a previous episode (watch that HERE), introduced me to her favorite whiskey, Brother Justus. From that point on, I fell back in love with whiskey… it is honestly the BEST whiskey I've ever had.

So you can imagine how thrilled I was when Phil Steger, the Founder of Brother Justus Whiskey Company accepted my invitation to join me in the studio.

*The power of networking*

Phil's background encompasses experience that ranges from working as a lawyer, community organizer, carpenter, manuscript scholar, CEO of a peace organization, and the Founder and CEO of Brother Justus Whiskey Company.

Wowza!

In this episode, Phil shares the deep rooted history of moonshining in Minnesota during Prohibition and how one monk in particular, Brother Justus, made an incredible impact on local farmers who turned to moonshining out of necessity.

This is a great Minnesota Whiskey with a great Minnesota story that you don’t want to miss!

Tune in to learn more about the incredible history behind Brother Justus and takeaway several cocktails you can make with a few simple ingredients you have at home.

Cheers,

Renee

Learn more about Brother Justus, career related tips and so much more by visiting www.careersandcocktails.com

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As we enter a new year - no better time than NOW to talk about Mindset & Money!   Just over 5 years ago, there was a knock at my door at home.  I answered, and to my surprise, it was Michelle Johnson, a financial advisor in the area who was stopping by to introduce herself.    

Fast forward to today, we are great friends, members of a Forward Thinking mastermind group and a solid support system for each other personally and professionally.    

Can you believe all of that was ignited by a simple knock at my door?   

At a time where I was working out of my basement and craving human interaction, Michelle showed up at the right place and right time.  (Another REAL LIFE example that networking can happen anywhere - even when sitting in your basement)  

As we embark on a new year, Michelle and I wish for you to break free from your scarcity mindset and to not put limitations on yourself.  Let go of some of the good to make room for the great.  When that happens the results will amaze you.   

Join Michelle and I for an Amaretto Sour and learn more about her career journey in the finance industry and some tips and tricks on a health mindset.  

For more information, please visit www.careersandcocktails.com

Cheers,  Renee

Actress & Voice Over Artist Janet Fogg joins us in the studio for one of her favorite past-time cocktails, the Stinger.    

Often referred to as an "Old Society Drink" it could easily be mistaken for an Andes mint candy.  Check out the recipe here: https://bit.ly/2MX2WwT  

Janet, seemingly a master storyteller, shares her memories of the luxurious days back in the 70's when going out for dinner was a sophisticated event.    Although the days of dressing in matching gloves, hats and party dresses have passed, the love for the simple palate cleansing drink the Stinger has not.    

Janet's career journey has been diverse, from working at the Pentagon, navigating a successful career in commercial printing to now working on the 'Big Screen'.    Truly a renegade of her time, you don't want to miss this!    

From the words of Janet:  "Follow Your Dream 🔆Believe In Yourself🔆Toot Your Own Horn"

Visit www.careersandcocktails.com for more info! 

Careers & Cocktails hit the road and went on-site to Wander North Distillery. We had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Daniel Metcalf, the Brand Ambassador at Wander North, a business leader, dreamer, curler, and deliverer of Woo.

Daniel has 19 years of experience with multiple companies and roles driving sales and marketing results across industries. His experience and formal training immediately impacts sales, leadership, and performance to drive bottom-line results and company goals.

As Daniel says, "life is better enjoyed with other people", so join in on the conversation and mix up a Wander North signature cocktail with us - - it is too good not to share!

Snow White

2 oz Wander North Vodka

4 oz Apple Cider

Splash of pomegranate

Ice Cubes

Rim Ingredients:

1 Tablespoon Cinnamon

1 Tablespoon Sugar

Mix rim ingredients. Wet rim of martini glass and coat rim with mixture. Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients. Shake and strain into glass. ENJOY!

Be sure to check out www.wandernorthdistillery.com to find a retail location near you! Just in time for your holiday cocktails!

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Careers & Cocktails was thrilled to hit the road and go on-site to Wander North Distillery located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We had the opportunity to sit down with Brian Winter, the Founder and Owner of Wander North and taste his key products including vodka, gin and barreled gin - all of which are made from 100% Minnesota grown corn. #drinklocal

Brian shares his journey of retiring from the Army as a Major and becoming his own boss as he embarked on his next chapter as the Owner and Operator of Wander North Distillery.

One of Brian's favorite quotes is by JRR Tolkien, "Not all those who wander are lost" and that is at the core of his business. The name Wander North is tied to their philosophy that people should push boundaries in order to find their own way.

Cheers to that Brian!

Be sure to check out www.wandernorthdistillery.com to learn where you can purchase their spirits.

And if you are looking for a low calorie, carb-free, keto-friendly cocktail - Brian has you covered with one of his signature cocktails: Wander North Creamsicle

It is taste tested and podcast approved :)

2 oz Wander North Vodka

2 oz sparkling water

Splash of water/flavor enhancer (Orange tangerine or mango peach are highly recommended!)

Splash of whole milk, cream or half and half

Mix in a an ice filled glass & enjoy!

You won't be disappointed.

For more information, check out www.careersandcocktails.com

Melissa Freiermuth, the queen of positivity, accountability and taking action joined me in the studio for a tequila cosmo!

Melissa has a diverse background spanning from owning her own business, working in the funeral industry, building a career as a business coach and now most recently working in the technology field.

Her passion lies in creating community, leveraging resources, collaborating with like-minded partners and building lasting relationships. She has an enthusiastic heart for business leaders which I can attest for as she played an integral part in mapping out my business plan at TalentQ and implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Game changer!

Listen in on our conversation as Melissa shares her experience of boldly asking for the job she wanted, how she has navigated her career across industries and how she planted roots in a new community.

Enjoy,

Renee

Visit www.careersandcocktails.com for more information!