The Found Podcast with Molly Knuth

You are shit. Your ideas are shit. Nobody is going to buy the shit you are trying to sell....   ....sound familiar????   Starting and growing a business is as much a personal journey as it is a professional one.   If you are trying to found a business and have others find the products and services you offer, you will have to come face to face with some hard truths about yourself and that little voice inside your head.   And the worst part of it all...no one is going to do this work for you.   You need to lead yourself through this process.   It's a shitty process, but in order to get the good shit, you need to come face to face with the shit you're carrying around.   I promise you can do it. And this episode will help you get started.   7 hard truths you need to face in order to lead yourself to your next level:

1. “You are shit."
2. Your ideas are shit. 
3. You have some really awesome shit you’re a little scared to share with others.
4. You have some shit to own.
5. You have some shit to let go of. 
6. You have some shit to organize.
7. Your timing is shitty. 

Connect with Molly

Find me and all my business life/personal life shenanigans at, @mollyknuth_mkm, on Instagram and Facebook.    Follow Molly Knuth Media for all the marketing tips and trends at @mollyknuthmedia on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: Make a brave choice to do the work and follow the framework to begin the process of re-finding yourself.   In 2018 my daughter, then five, went through a horrible medical event. It is impossible to summarize, but I attempt in this episode.   My community was amazing and rallied around my family during that time. But the hardest part of returning home was running in to well-wishers who asked me how my daughter was doing. I would inevitably cry, which I hate doing, and I would be called so strong, which I hated hearing.    To me, strong is intentional work of showing up and gradually progressing. It is a choice. I didn’t choose this. But I was brave. I was terrified. But I kept a positive attitude, I kept it together, I talked to the doctors, I asked the questions.   That’s bravery. It’s looking a shitty situation in the eye and walking straight into it. When you keep making these brave choices a little at a time, the future you will eventually be a stronger version of yourself.   You don’t have to be strong (yet) to make a change. But you can be brave.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• The Power of Community with Charlotte Knuth podcast episode (aka  the long story)
• Be Brave pennant
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: Be honest with yourself about something you’ve been actively avoiding.   In April of 2022 I made a huge investment in “the next big thing” that I was hoping meant a huge boon of cash for my business. Rather than investing in a bookkeeper… which I think I knew I needed… I covered by insecurities by investing in an opportunity to make MORE money because that would magically solve everything.   That didn’t work.   This episode is your reminder to just do the thing. Avoiding my problem didn’t do me any good and probably made it worse. My investment in hiring Sheila Hansen CPA has been amazing for my business. I’m so grateful to have her on board, but I’m bummed to think that I could be six more months ahead if I had listened to myself in the first place.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• Perspectives from a “Failing” Business Owner Podcast episode
• High Performance Habits by Brendon Burchard
• Satoteur Assessment 
• “How to Stop Avoiding What Scares or Overwhelms You” article
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: Become aware of the correlation between what you eat with your body cues, energy levels, and mental clarity.   I’m so annoyed that I have to share this episode. But I (unfortunately) have found a huge correlation between what I eat and how I feel. When I fall out of my positive health routines like drinking a lot of water and exercising regularly, I am tense and irritable.    By working with a nutrition coach over the past few years, I’ve learned which foods support and deplete me. I know I feel best when I am intentional and consistent with nutrition and exercise.    I really wish I could live on fair food year round, but I learned the hard way how much food really affects my mood. When I eat like shit, I feel like shit, and I treat other people… not so great.    **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available.   Resources

• Book: The Body Keeps the Score
• Sweat Inspire Sisterhood Macronutrients Guide
• Sweat Inspire Sisterhood freebie: What does 100 grams of Protein Look Like?
• Nutrition Statistics Article
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: How can I spend intentional time outdoors to ground myself?   How can we forget the early days of the pandemic? I remember bursting into tears at the thought of leaving my house to pick up a drive-up pizza. So much was uncertain.   I was desperate for activities to keep kids off screens and occupy their brains and bodies. “Nature walks” became a favorite pastime. Nature was kind enough to bless us with a warm spring and we were outside on our property whenever we could be. We loved naming the “sites” on our property, watching the seasons slowly change, and just existing.   Now that life is relatively back to normal, with its activities and demands on our time, our nature walks are less frequent. But I know I feel best with some dirt under my nails. I’m so grateful for the medicine that nature provided in those scary pandemic times, and for reminding us that calm can be found in our own backyard.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• “Nurtured Nature” article
• Ocean Relaxation film
• River Sounds film
• Forest Relaxation film
• Landscapes Relaxation film
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: Who am I surrounded by, and how can I be an influencer?   You’ve heard that you are the average of the five people with whom you spend the most time. Think about the energy and conversations you surround yourself with. Do you feel supported? Does this align with your future? Awesome!     If you feel off, consider how you can influence conversations and energy to be more positive. Take the time to assess your circle and see if it is providing the support you need. Maybe it’s time to adjust your average.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• “Choose Your Circle Wisely” article
• Tribes by Seth Godin
• Contagious Emotions article
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: How can I grow my (physical and mental) muscles today?   When I reflect back on the times in my life when things seemed to be going really well- when I was really crushing it in other aspects of my life- I was weight training. I find that mind-body connection so fascinating. I know personally, and research supports, that strength training supports self-confidence, mood, and brainpower.    Making time for fitness hasn’t always been simple. In yesterday’s episode I shared how I started to value strength training. Sometimes I’m even stronger than I was then and sometimes prioritizing fitness is the furthest thing from my mind. But I know, and I challenge you to discover, that strength in workouts translates to strength in many aspects of life.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• Sweat Inspire Sisterhood Glutes + Arms workout
• Sweat Inspire Sisterhood Arm-Toning exercises
• Sweat Inspire Sisterhood Travel-Friendly workout
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here.

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: How can I build confidence in myself in just 10 minutes?   Back in 2015 I was a 28-year-old stay-at-home mom of three kids in four years. I didn’t feel like I had the time or energy to spend on myself. That spring when a fitness studio opened up in my small town, a friend and I signed up for the daily 5:15 am fitness classes. I don’t know that I was particularly interested in fitness, but the invitation to get out of the house and spend time with friends was enough to get me hooked.   I took “before” pictures and continued them for the nine months I went to these classes. My body changed a bit, but the most important change I could see was in my confidence and smile. This habit showed me I was a dependable person capable of showing up and making a change.    After this episode, I challenge you to see what you can do with a 10-minute block of time each day for one week. It’s hard to carve hours out of your busy life, but those minutes build up. See what happens when you prove to yourself what consistency can do for you.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• “Enhancing Our Confidence” by Lindsay Leahy of The Restoration Project 
• 20-Hour Rule article on LinkedIn
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode’s intention: What do I need to make me wake up in the morning and actually BE in a good mood?   I started what I now call my “unravelling” period in the summer of 2022. For too many times in the same week I found myself staring at the ceiling at 3 am with my mind racing with all of my to-dos. Giving up on sleep, I started my work day. How could this be my dream small business? Was this “balance” sustainable in the future?   In this episode I share how I freed up space to dream, create, and just enjoy life again. Dang it if I’m not proud of my Candy Crush streak and my ability to finally just enjoy something again. I’ve been waking up happy each morning (at a more appropriate time!) invigorated and alive.   **NOTE: this episode originally aired in September 2023, so any programs or offers advertised in the episode may no longer be available. Resources

• Screen time statistics of average Americans
• Check out the Happiness Lab Podcast with Dr. Laurie Santos
• Tune in this week for the Re-Find series and get the downloadable guide here.

Connect with Molly Find me, Molly Knuth, on Instagram and Facebook.  Follow Molly Knuth Media on Facebook and Instagram.

My challenge for you today, listener: how many giggles did you hear in the duration of the episode?   In today’s episode of The Found Podcast with Molly Knuth, you’ll hear one of only a handful of in-personal interviews I’ve ever conducted for the podcast. The level of fun and depth and love in the room is palpable as I sit down with an inspirational woman in business, author, coach, speaker, MKM client, and most importantly, my friend, Lindsay Leahy.   Though she’s been on the podcast in the past with her bestie and business partner at The Restoration Project Brooke Fitzgerald in Episode 66 Living, Leading, and Working with Meaning, in today’s episode we talk about not just their business, but also the writing of her new book Take It All Apart. The Restoration Process At The Restoration Project, their team of leadership coaches walks their clients, whether individuals, teams, or entire organizations through their signature process of:

• Building Connection: to self, others, and something greater.
• Restoring Intention: explore and define identity, vision, intention, and meaning, then build a plan.
• Inspiring Action: establish new practices, systems, rituals, and routines.

Writing a Book As someone who has always enjoyed writing, Lindsay says that she faced challenges she wasn’t expecting when writing her first book: 

1. Practically and tactically it was hard to do the writing.
2. Sharing lived experience was hard at times.
3. “What if people think this sucks?” Due to her identity as a writer, Lindsay shares that it feels strange to put her words and writing style on display for the world.
4. Regardless of the struggles it presented, Lindsay shares that writing Take It All Apart has resulted in her feeling more poised in her own practice, more refined in her process of coaching and writing.

Connect with Lindsay Lindsay Leahy is a proud wife, daughter, auntie, and friend. She is passionate about Jesus, hugs, dreams, adventures, and deep conversation. She is the creator of the blog Grit, Gratitude, and Grace and the founder and Dream Builder at The Restoration Project, a women-owned coaching and consulting practice that provides experiences, programs, and services to improve organizational health, team and leadership effectiveness and individual well-being.   Lindsay is the author of Take it All Apart, debuting October 2024. Join her book Hype Crew for all the upcoming launch events and details or preorder your own copy here.