By Holly Knoll
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This week Holly welcomes Shannon Flanagan to the podcast! Shannon has been retailing it since college. She’s worked in-stores and as a merchant, consultant, sales leader, and general manager. Today, Shannon has taken the entrepreneurial leap and gone out on her own, creating the advisory firm, Retail Connected. Shannon shares her journey from Corporate America to her own boss and why every step in her journey put her where she is today.
In addition to her advisory firm, Shannon is the founder of Retail Women in Tech. Her goal for this group is to help create the conditions for people to thrive and love what they do everyday. Shannon is a passionate mental health advocate and wanted to create a community that brings women in tech and IT together to grow and support each other in their shared industries.
In this episode you’ll learn:
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1:30 Shannon is introduced and joins the pod
3:11 Shannon shares what her first job was and how she saw the entrepreneurial spirit from a young age
5:10 How she started her career and how the various positions and companies she worked at influenced what she wanted, and didn't want, out of her next job
10:30 Holly and Shannon both share their experiences working at large predominantly-male led companies, and the typical shortcomings they've experienced in those environments
17:05 Shannon shares staggering statistics on the sexism and discrimination that women experience in today's workplace, read the entire Women @ Work 2024 report by Deloitte here!
20:05 The webinar topic that pushed Shannon to finally follow her entrepreneurial spirit and start her advising firm
24:00 Shannon shares how she landed her first consulting client while still working her full time Corporate America job
30:50 How Shannon defined her advisory firm business and the services she would provide
34:24 Where Retail Connect is today and the ongoing success with their initial client
36:50 Shannon reminds us that your 'job' may not be forever, but your skills and accomplishments are, you can always go back to Corporate America!
40:20 Shannon shares how and why she started Retail Women in Tech, a networking community for women in the retail and AI industries
49:22 Why she did not initially form a board of directors, and instead met with 150+ people, one-on-one, to build the best community she could
55:10 Reminder to color outside the lines and find your own non-negotiables for your work life
58:10 Why women MUST be part of the AI revolution and the true cost to our world if they are not
1:05:10 Finally, Shannon shares with listeners to remember the value of your career looking like a "spider web" instead of just a straight line. Lean in and embrace your passions!
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Holly welcomes Claire Johnson, CEO and owner of San Diego Magazine, on the podcast! Claire and her husband, Troy, acquired the magazine in 2021 - it has now been in print for 76 years. Originally from New York, Claire graduated from Loyola University with a journalism degree.
Claire shares all the details around why and how her and Troy decided to acquire SDM. As well as her motto of balancing the art and science of life. Claire and Troy signed the paperwork for SDM nine days before Claire had their first baby! The next few months Claire describes as a, "trial by fire" with several unforeseen challenges popping up during that time as well. Claire shares how her and Troy leaned on each other, and their amazing team to get through the transition and come out the other side together.
On top of her CEO responsibilities, Claire also is a co-founder of the Del Mar Wine + Food Festival, a love letter to all things San Diego! She also organizes (with SDM) the Celebrating Women Summit, an event to celebrate and inspire local San Diego women.
Finally, we get the inside scoop from Claire on all her favorite San Diego must-sees and dos for a weekend in town, you will definitely want to have a pen and notebook handy!
In this episode you’ll learn:
0:50 Holly's FREE Business Blueprint!
4:36 Holly introduces Claire to the podcast
6:35 Claire shares her journey leading up to becoming CEO and owner of San Diego Magazine
8:45 How the opportunity to purchase SDM came about for Claire and her husband
11:40 Trial by fire! Claire shares all the details on what the first few months owning and running SDM were like, including several unforeseen challenges
17:55 The life motto Claire follows that led to the decision to purchase and run SDM
21:55 Claire shares the media trend she saw while still at her corporate job that gave her confidence in going all-in with SDM
23:20 Breaking down the financials of purchasing a business like SDM with 70+ years of experience
29:45 All the details of the Del Mar Wine + Food Festival, a love letter to the San Diego community
35:30 Claire shares how SDM has been more than a financial investment, but an emotional one as well for her and her entire family, and their goal to make the SDM "house" a home
38:10 The most important contribution a good mentor can make to any entrepreneur
38:30 Claire breaks down her and Troy's leadership approach as they came into the business as the new owners, and what she feels has been the secret to their success so far
42:05 How Claire became CEO and the division of power and responsibility between her and her husband and partner, Troy
48:22 The similar skillsets that are required to be a successful Chief of Staff or CEO
51:26 The skillset Claire has been honing since childhood as the oldest of six children in her family, and how it has helped her lead and succeed
55:56 The importance of knowing your skillset and when to hire out or delegate tasks
58:05 Claire describes SDM's ideal reader, and it may surprise you!
1:03:06 The impact AI has already had on the media industry and how Claire leverages it within her daily work life
1:08:40 The Celebrating Women Summit that Claire and SDM put on to celebrate local San Diego women
1:13:00 Claire's top recommendations for food, hotel, and entertainment for your next trip to San Diego!
1:18:45 The Best Restaurants in San Diego 2024 by SDM
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This week Holly sits down with owner and founder of Sloane's Beauty Bar + Med Spa, Erin Zosel. Erin began her career as a hair stylist and when she could not find the salon that had everything she was looking for, she decided to create it for herself!
Erin shares how she went from opening her first salon, to now growing the business to four locations! She also shares the keys to her success, including how to cultivate a culture of openness and fun across all locations.
Then Erin talks process and numbers when it comes to financing her business and each build-out since. Erin breaks down her strategy for funding and provides key advice to fellow entrepreneurs on how to get started themselves!
Finally, Erin shares what the latest hair style trends are today and this fall, along with some amazing product recommendations for anyone going through changes with their hair!
In this episode you’ll learn:
0:56 FREE Business Blueprint!
1:40 Holly introduces Erin Zosel, founder and owner of Sloane's Beauty Bar + Med Spa
3:22 Erin Zosel joins the podcast and introduces herself and business
3:58 Erin shares the high level process of what it looks like to open each of her salon locations
6:38 What additional education and steps were needed to open their new location in North Loop that includes their first Med Spa
9:20 The valuable experience Erin gained while opening her first business, a yoga studio with a friend
12:55 Erin's journey as a hair stylist and renting her own booth
15:05 What Erin was looking for in a hair salon as a place of work, and deciding to create what she wasn't finding for herself
19:20 The process of going from an idea to opening her first location
23:12 Why Erin views her stylists as her actual clients, and how she treats them accordingly
27:00 Cultivating and managing a culture of teamwork and inclusivity across all her locations
29:00 Erin's key to success on keeping the Sloane brand consistent across all locations
32:55 The average timeline to open a new location and why the newest location in North Loop took almost four times as long
34:15 How Erin funds each new location and why that strategy works best for her business
41:50 Erin shares what the latest hairstyle trends are today and why it is so important for a hair stylist to stay up to date to retain clients
46:20 Erin's hair advice (including products she uses!) for people whose hair is going through changes (less moisture, more shedding, etc.)
50:15 The details and process behind the latest expansion, Sloane Beauty Bar + Med Spa endeavor
54:35 The management team Erin has assembled and the 'playbook' they have been able to create together
1:03:02 Erin's advice to anyone looking to start their own business
1:04:33 The importance of making your business about your team and customers and NOT you
1:07:05 How important it is to know your 'why' and Erin shares the 'why' behind her business
1:09:50 Why real world experience is just as valuable as a college degree
1:12:25 How Erin coincidentally named her business after her daughter
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This week Holly sits down with Larissa Loden, founder and CEO of Larissa Loden jewelry! Larissa shares how she has always been around entrepreneurship, but wasn't interested in it herself at first. After teaching art in the Minnesota public schools system for eight years, Larissa decided to finally embrace her entrepreneurial spirit and go all-in on her then side hustle, and now multi-million dollar business, Larissa Loden.
Larissa shares her overall goal for the business, and even teaches Holly the EOS process that her business is structured on. Larissa also shares the revelation she had with her business coach that completely changed her style of leadership moving forward.
Finally, Larissa gives an exciting sneak peak of what to expect from the next two collections at Larissa Loden, as well as where to find the brand soon!
In this episode you’ll learn:
1:30 Holly shares the difference between "one day" and "day-one" for an entrepreneur
3:36 FREE Business Blueprint
4:06 Holly introduces Larissa Loden on the podcast
7:44 Larissa's history with entrepreneurship growing up
8:55 The advice given to her that pushed her to finally go all in on her jewelry business, Larissa Loden
10:40 Larissa shares what brought her to Minnesota and her early career
13:00 How dealing with red tape brought out her inner entrepreneurial spirit
17:55 Where her business stood when she decided to commit full time to the business
20:20 The Kolbe test Larissa references her and her team taking
21:32 The design and procurement process for Larissa Loden and how it changed as the business grew
23:55 Larissa shares her overall goal for the business and growth
24:50 How she defines her typical customer and why she believes resonating with Gen X and Millennials is key to her continued success
26:50 Larissa breaks down her motto of "living in the gray" and how she wants her jewelry to help spark conversations with people of all backgrounds
29:00 Heather Boschke episode referenced!
30:30 Why it is so important to get clear on your goals and stay true to them through growth
31:02 The EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Process that Larissa and her business use
32:52 The core values for Larissa Loden
34:10 How Larissa has grown into her leadership position
35:12 The difference of working in the business vs. working on the business
36:14 The best leadership advice Larissa's business coach gave her
41:00 Larissa breaks down the Larissa Loden team's dynamics and structure under the EOS process
44:30 How Larissa and her team approach the interviewing potential new employees
46:15 The Conscious Leadership Group website Larissa references
50:15 How Larissa named her business, and if she was ever concerned naming it after herself
53:02 What it means to Larissa to put the customer and her employees first
58:14 Larissa shares how she is pursing goals outside of her business, and how it ultimately always benefits the business in the long run
1:06:26 What's next for Larissa Loden, exciting details on new collections that are about to drop!! And where to look for the brand next... coming soon, possibly near you!
1:11:35 The two financial books Larissa says are must-reads for entrepreneurs: I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi and Financial Intelligence by Joe Knight and Karen Berman
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This week Holly virtually sits down with Paula Orezi. Paula is an author, business coach, and speaker as well as the founder of the Paula O! Store! Holly and Paula discuss how Paula surrounds herself with her own accomplishments to stay motivated and keep dreaming for her business and personal life. Paula shares the impact of watching her mom and best friend battle cancer and how that has only motivated her to keep growing and learning herself.
As a recovering "people pleaser" and recipient of the "Most Shy Award" in middle school, Paula shares how she outgrew those traits and found her own path in business and life. Her mantra of "Be the Change Agent" has seeped into every aspect of her life, and she sees the ripple effect it has had not only in her life, but the lives of those around her as well.
Paula also shares the importance of paying attention to yourself; what gives you energy each day and using that as a guide to find your passion and chase it! As she will tell you herself, she's not afraid to try something, and that includes authoring her own poetry book "From Me to You" as well as her own chapter in the co-authored book "Experts & Influencers: The Women's Empowerment Edition."
In this episode you’ll learn:
1:25 Holly shares her "why" behind her own business
2:50 Download Holly's FREE Business Blueprint
3:18 Holly introduces the listener to Paula and recommends you grab a notebook and pen for this one!
4:40 Paula joins the podcast and shares how her and Holly met
9:15 A breakdown of the inspiration and motivation that Paula surrounds herself with in her office
11:00 The importance of daily intentions and openness to opportunities
14:05 Paula shares her "dream post-its" and how she believes you NEVER fully arrive in your business
18:30 The impact on Paula of watching her best friend and mother battle cancer
21:40 How Paula broke free from her "people pleaser" tendencies
24:00 After following the traditional career track, Paula shares what woke her up to pursue her dreams
25:10 How she became a published author for the FIRST time with her poetry book "From Me to You"
29:00 What she learned from her first book signing event
31:20 How she was able to contribute and be a part of the book "Experts & Influencers: Women's Empowerment Edition"
35:40 The importance of writing down your goals and keeping them close until you're ready
45:05 ACTION: Study yourself! Create a daily list of what brings you energy
48:45 Why you need to surround yourself with a nurturing support system
53:15 How Paula defines what "Be a Change Agent" means and how it drives her through every aspect of her life
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This week Holly sits down with season one Golden Bachelor contestant, Leslie Fhima! Before Leslie became a household name from the Golden Bachelor, she had and continues to accomplish amazing things in her life.
One theme you will hear from this episode is Leslie's constant drive to work and achieve throughout her entire life. She was a professional figure skater for three years, won a national aerobics championship, and owned her own fitness studio for eight years, Leslie's Shape Shop. She also continues to to be a personal trainer and fitness instructor in the Minneapolis area.
Outside of her professional life, Leslie's family keeps her busy as well. With three children and three grandchildren, she loves being able to spend so much time with her family. She shares with us how important family is to her, and how that impacts all aspects of her life.
Finally, Leslie shares the importance of learning to choose yourself. Why being open to people and the world is so important to her. And why you should always strive to show up as the most genuine version of yourself if you want to surround yourself with people you truly connect with.
In this episode you’ll learn:
0:55 Holly shares how she manifested meeting and getting Leslie on the podcast
3:05 Megan Tamte episode referenced!
5:48 Holly introduces Leslie's bio before welcoming her on the podcast
7:12 Leslie joins the podcast!
8:45 Leslie shares her background as a professional figure skater
10:55 The former Olympic skater who started Leslie's career as a fitness instructor and dance choreographer
11:32 The famous celebrity that Leslie met and took classes from that inspired her to open her own fitness studio, Leslie's Shape Shop in Minneapolis
15:25 Leslie shares her life as a single mom and the daily hustle and grind it took to raise her three children
19:55 Living for her children and consciously putting them first in her life
24:20 Why she wants to be more present with her grandchildren when reflecting on her own kids' childhoods
25:45 What's next for Leslie professionally and personally
27:12 Leslie's Soul 612 retreat in Costa Rica in 2025, sign up before the last few spots are taken!
29:40 Leslie's thought process when deciding to go on The Golden Bachelor and how she was motivated by those who doubted her decision
32:38 What she learned from the show about herself
37:30 How what is important to her in a partner has changed, and what it is today
40:12 The importance of finding your people (professionally and personally) through being your genuine self
46:05 Why Leslie is looking to be more open-minded in her life while still honoring her boundaries
48:55 Leslie's take on the dating apps
49:35 Holly's manifestation course she's taking, Mindvalley
50:15 What releasing "the how" in life means
53:05 Where Holly met Leslie
54:20 Where to find, work with, and connect with Leslie
56:40 Leslie's final words of advice and encouragement for listeners!
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Holly is joined by Jennifer Mackey-Mary in-studio this week to discuss her business, Everyday Style! As a seasoned retail professional, she left corporate life behind when she had her first daughter, and hasn't looked back since! What started as an individual wardrobe consultancy business has grown to a massive online styling membership that includes customers on SIX continents around the world.
Jennifer says she's an open book, and she could not be more correct! She shares some of the toughest lessons learned throughout her 12+ years of business, including her biggest regret and what she would do differently today. She also walks us through how she scaled her service-based business and how she converted her business from in-person workshops to an online membership empire.
The Everyday Style goal is to help women feel comfortable and confident in what they're wearing without breaking the bank or taking too much time in the morning! Every woman can be stylish, no matter her age, shape, size, or life stage, especially with the help from Jennifer and Everyday Style!
In this episode you’ll learn:
1:08 Holly shares her insights from 50+ episodes talking with entrepreneurs, as well as her own experience as a business owner
3:40 Holly previews Jennifer Mackey-Mary's background and business before welcoming her on the podcast
4:55 Jennifer Mackey-Mary joins the podcast and shares the purpose behind her business, Everyday Style
7:50 The "f-word" that is NOT allowed in the Everyday Style community, and the "s-word" that is!
9:05 Jennifer jokingly refers to herself as "the idiot who tried" and how that has carried her through starting her business to today
9:40 The start of Jennifer's business as an individual wardrobe stylist to help contribute to her family income while still having the flexibility to take care of her kids
11:15 Spent $100 dollars on a logo and website, it wasn't pretty, BUT it was functional!
12:50 The importance of finding a pain point and solving it for your ideal client
14:40 Jennifer's goal of becoming "5-mile famous"
15:40 How she spent ZERO dollars on marketing her first 3-4 years but still continued to grow her business
16:45 Jennifer shares the biggest mistake she made as an early business owner, and what she learned from that experience
23:50 The importance of trusting your gut for the bad AND the good, it works both ways!
24:55 How to scale a service business
26:15 What is a capsule wardrobe and how that became an integral part of Jennifer's business
28:00 The biggest pivot Jennifer made in her business when she moved from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis, MN
29:24 Rebranding her business and finally creating a professionally made website
31:35 Jennifer's biggest REGRET she has with her business and her advice on how to avoid it
33:50 The major difference between in-person business interactions and virtual-only and how to bring your personality to an online community
34:52 Corrine Crabtree episode mentioned!
35:18 Jennifer's quarterly customer feedback process that is KEY to her success
37:05 Jennifer breaks down why she created a membership-based business and all she has learned after starting one
42:40 Membership business model does NOT equal passive income
45:50 The average email list to membership conversion rate
47:05 Jennifer's biggest lesson learned during COVID, hint: feelings are NOT data!
49:45 How memberships allow you to stop reselling to the same customer, and instead evolve with your ideal customer
51:05 What's next for Jennifer and Everyday Style and her focus to make sure her core business is running smoothly before looking to grow or launch something new
58:11 Fashion sustainability, how Jennifer was impacted by the documentary "Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion" and her advice for not contributing to this problem
64:00 Why clothes are the biggest catalyst for chasing your goals and NOT the reward once you have met your goals
69:20 Jennifer's last advice to make the biggest difference in your current wardrobe and where to get it done!
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Whitney Bonds joins the podcast this week as our very first YouTube channel creator! Whitney is the creator of the award-winning website Tried and True Mom Jobs and the YouTube channel bearing her name, boasting over 100K subscribers. Whitney's expertise and knowledge of SEO has been a huge part of her success online, and she shares her best advice with us!
Through her platforms she shares valuable insights and resources on remote work, entrepreneurship, and personal finance. What started as a way to empower herself and fellow moms, has grown to empowering anyone looking to make additional income from home. Helping anyone who finds her channel to find fulfilling careers and achieve financial freedom!
Whitney breaks down what her process is behind each of her videos, where she finds inspiration, and how she keeps her "why" top of mind in order to try and achieve a work / life balance. Finally, she shares her advice for any entrepreneurs out there to find their passion and do something with it.
In this episode you’ll learn:
0:55 Holly introduces Whitney and her background
2:31 Get your day one DONE with the help of The Business Blueprint
4:50 Whitney introduces herself as a wife, mom, and business owner
7:08 Whitney shares how she went from $5K in her first year of business to $200K in her second year
7:31 In 2020 she created her YouTube channel
9:50 Whitney shares how she was able to educate herself on her business for free, and her mindset that business is a long game
13:12 The importance of finding a business coach or mentor to help you see your blind spots
13:40 The most important timeline for your business!
17:15 Whitney shares her process and strategy for her YouTube channel
18:40 What affiliate links are and how they earn you money
22:40 TikTok dropship video link "I Found the Best Remote Job You Can Do At Night in 2024"
26:45 How to title your YouTube video and draw people in
28:10 The importance of constant research and inspiration from others
30:40 Her video creation process and the key elements to a successful video
36:45 Remembering WHY you started your business, the importance of work / life balance as an entrepreneur
40:55 Whitney's best advice for anyone looking to start their own YouTube channel
43:30 Expenses, what are the upfront costs of starting a YouTube channel?
46:35 Whitney's encouragement for all entrepreneurs out there
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Welcome to our 50th episode!! This week we have a VERY special guest to celebrate, Megan Tamte! Megan is the Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Chief Brand Officer for Evereve. Together with her husband, Mike, they have built what started as a single store in Edina, MN to over 100 stores nationwide!
Megan shares with us how the idea for Evereve first came to her through a horrible dressing room experience she had 26 years ago. She walks us through the seven year process of dreaming and brainstorming before they officially opened their first store in 2004.
We also dive into the culture of Evereve and how Megan intentionally created a culture of HEART (Humility, Empathy, Authenticity, Relationships, and Tenacity) values. She also shares how a VERY special expert helped her take these values and scale them to her growing business, you definitely do not want to miss this pop-out!
Finally, Megan shares what exciting trends we can expect for fall and where to find an Evereve near you to stock up!
In this episode you’ll learn:
1:00 Our 50th episode is here!
2:20 FREE Business Blueprint!
3:00 Holly introduces how she knew of Evereve and Megan and how she met her one day in an Evereve store
6:22 A brief breakdown of HEART values before we learn the whole story from Megan herself
7:25 Welcome Megan to the podcast
8:15 Evereve's origin story, Megan's horrible dressing room experience 26 years ago
10:00 Holly's experience shopping at Evereve and how it makes her feel
11:45 Megan's fashion philosophy for Evereve, making fashion warm and approachable for all women
14:05 The importance of talking about your dreams and goals in life with fellow supporters and dreamers
17:20 After 7 years of brainstorming, Megan is feeling unhappy in her professional life and looking to make a change
19:00 Committing to herself to start every morning alone in quiet time to reflect and brainstorm
20:10 How asking herself, "What did you do in 5th grade on the playground for fun?" pointed her back to the idea for Evereve
21:30 Wrestling with the fear and self doubt of going after her dream
22:30 Spending three months writing down her dreams for the business
24:36 Her husband and Co-CEO, Mike Tamte, reviews what she has put together and makes a formal business plan
25:15 The magic $1,500 / day number that had to be met
26:45 Officially opened their flagship store in Edina, MN in 2004 - 7 years after she had the idea
28:30 Megan and Mike's vision since day one for an Evereve brand versus single store
30:40 What they learned after opening their first store and how they had to work outside their natural strengths while they grew the business
33:00 Megan shares how her "Founding Leaders" have and continue to be an integral part of Evereve's culture and success
35:25 Megan breaks down Evereve's HEART values culture and how she intentionally went about scaling the culture along with the business itself
38:30 How the amazing Brené Brown helped Megan better define and refine her HEART values culture
42:35 The importance of accepting help from others
46:00 The one key strategy Megan believes always leads to success
48:45 A day in the life of Megan, how she builds her days and more
53:10 The inspiration she gets from traveling to stores and abroad
54:35 How Evereve handled COVID with the help of their HEART values culture and the ability to work together and quickly pivot
56:15 How Mike's financial transparency with the company builds trust
57:58 Megan breaks down the boards she sits on, how she decides who to work with and how she can provide them value
60:55 How her Warners' Stellian board seat has pushed her outside of her comfort zone and given her empathy for individuals who work for and with her
63:50 Megan shares the exciting trends for fall!
67:00 Where to find Evereve (nationwide) and the amazing subscription service, Trendsend, that curates looks just for you by an actual stylist!
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Karina Muller and Lana Gendlin from HeartCentric Divinations join us on the podcast this week to share their exciting mission to bring pendulums to as many people as they can! Karina and Lana share how their careers in consulting and art curating, respectively, led them to where they are today, founding their joint business, HeartCentric Divinations and Coaching.
Together Karina and Lana break down the basics of pendulums; what they are, how they work, and how they can help you listen to yourself for the big and small questions we face in life. Karina and Lana share how pendulums are a tool that we can use to help guide us through decisions and strengthen our ability to trust ourselves.
These women are so passionate about spreading the message of pendulums that they even wrote a book about it! Pendulums & Intuition: Practical Advice for Trusting Your Inner Wisdom, launching June 6th, available for pre-orders on Amazon now!
In this episode you’ll learn:
1:00 Holly briefly introduces the basics of pendulums
1:45 Jill Loftis episode referenced!
6:10 Holly introduces Karina and Lana and shares how they originally met
6:42 Heather Boschke episode referenced!
7:55 Lana shares her background as an art curator and what brought her back to Minnesota
10:05 Karina shares her background in tech and eventually product marketing and consulting
12:00 How Karina and Lana met during COVID and eventually started HeartCentric
13:00 Figuring out their business during the tail end of the pandemic
14:08 Lana explains what "creative wellness" is and why it is so important
15:20 What is a pendulum? Karina and Lana break it down!
18:30 The kinds of questions you can ask your pendulum
20:05 What a pendulum looks like and how to use it
22:15 Holly shares her hands on experience finding her pendulum with Karina and Lana's help
26:40 The importance of listening to your pendulum and not "over-riding" it
29:00 Learning to build trust within yourself through your pendulum
32:45 How to not bias your pendulum and the optimal state of mind to be in
38:36 Pendulums are NOT crystal balls, they are one data point in time
43:00 How Karina and Lana use their pendulums to help organize their schedules as entrepreneurs
44:30 Marrying the data WITH intuition
48:13 Learning to use a pendulum to sharpen your intuition muscle
54:45 Karina and Lana's book: Pendulums & Intuition: Practical Advice for Trusting Your Inner Wisdom, launching June 8th, preorder now!
59:00 What to expect from their book including the history and science of pendulums, how to incorporate pendulums into your life, and how to sharpen your intuition and more!
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