The Happy Achiever Podcast

Are you working hard to grow your business but not seeing the results you want?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with business coach, speaker, and founder of The Resseguie Group, Dave Resseguie, to share a simple but powerful approach to getting more referrals—without asking for them.

You'll learn:

• why the best referrals come from serving people, not selling to them
• how to build relationships that naturally lead to introductions
• simple ways to make clients and colleagues feel genuinely valued
• and why gratitude can change the way you lead, connect, and grow your business

Dave shares practical strategies you can start using today—from warm introductions and handwritten notes to thoughtful gifts that people never forget. He also explains why the most successful advisors and leaders focus less on closing deals and more on becoming someone others genuinely want to recommend.

If you want more referrals, stronger relationships, and a business built on trust, this episode is for you.

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Recommended books from this episode:

Giftology, by John Ruhlin

The Energy Bus, by Jon Gordon

Relationship Grit, by Joh Gordon

What could you achieve if you stopped holding back and went all in?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with Karl Hartey, author of The Power of Going All In, for an unforgettable conversation about success, resilience, purpose, and what it really takes to create an extraordinary life.

You'll learn:
• how to turn a huge goal into small steps you can actually take
• why commitment can change what's possible for you
• how to make difficult decisions without letting money make them for you
• and how to keep moving forward when life doesn't go the way you planned

Karl shares how he went from milking cows and working 100-hour weeks to building an incredibly successful financial services business—and how he broke an impossible goal down into daily actions that helped him increase his production from £50,000 to £400,000 in one year.

He also shares the heartbreaking story of losing his 16-year-old daughter, Charlotte, and how he turned unimaginable grief into purpose by fighting for change and creating a foundation in her name.

If you have a big goal, are facing a difficult season, or know you're capable of more but haven't fully committed to going after it, this episode is for you.

Because extraordinary lives aren't built by waiting for the perfect moment.

They're built when you decide what matters—and go all in.

The Power of Going All In, Karl Hartey

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Do you ever feel like no matter how much you achieve… it's still not enough?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with insurance leader Anne Capezza for an honest conversation about burnout, imposter syndrome, and the hidden pressure so many high achievers carry to prove themselves.

You'll learn:
• why success doesn't always quiet self-doubt
• how childhood patterns can shape the way you work today
• why trying to be perfect often leads to burnout
• and what it takes to stop chasing approval and start defining success for yourself

Anne shares how therapy, taking her first real vacation in over a decade, and learning to set boundaries completely changed the way she leads, works, and lives.

If you've ever felt like you're constantly trying to prove yourself, afraid to make a mistake, or stuck in the cycle of "never enough," this episode is for you.

Because real success isn't about proving your worth.

It's about finally believing you already have it.

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What would your deathbed self tell you today?

Would they be proud of how you're spending your time?

The risks you're taking?

The life you're creating?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with Lauren Deeley for a conversation that will make you think differently about your goals, your decisions, and the way you're living your life.

You'll learn:
• how to make decisions with more confidence
• why fear keeps so many people stuck
• how to stop worrying so much about getting it right
• and a simple tool that can help you get clear on what really matters

Lauren shares the story that inspired her TEDx Talk, What Would Your Deathbed Self Tell You Today?, and the question she has used for nearly 20 years to make some of the biggest decisions of her life.

She also opens up about anxiety, self-doubt, chasing big goals, and the surprising lesson she learned while running a 100-mile race.

If you've been putting off a dream, facing a difficult decision, or wondering whether you're playing too small, this episode is for you.

Because someday you'll look back on the life you're living today.

What do you want to see?

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What Would Your "Deathbed Self" Tell You Today?  Lauren Deeley | TED

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Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck?

In this short episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal guides you through a simple heart activation exercise that she uses with coaching clients to help them quiet mental noise, gain clarity, and approach challenges from a calmer, more grounded place.

This practice can help you:
• feel less stressed and anxious
• clear your mind when you're overwhelmed
• gain perspective on a problem you're trying to solve
• and tap into more creativity, intuition, and confidence

Many of Amal's clients use this exercise regularly to start their day with greater clarity and peace.

If you've been carrying stress, overthinking a decision, or feeling stuck, save this episode and come back to it whenever you need a reset.

Sometimes the answer isn't working harder.

It's creating enough space to hear yourself think.

What if the biggest thing standing between you and your goals is the story you're telling yourself?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with former Major League Baseball player Ryan Lavarnway for a conversation about resilience, confidence, and what it takes to keep going when things don't go your way.

You'll learn:
• how to stop letting your current circumstances define what's possible
• why asking "Why not me?" can change everything
• the difference between fear of failure and fear of success
• and how to keep moving forward when the odds are stacked against you

Ryan shares the mindset that helped him go from a kid who didn't make the varsity team until his senior year to an All-American at Yale, a World Series champion, and a Major League Baseball player who was called up and sent down 26 times without giving up.

If you've ever wondered whether you're capable of more, felt discouraged by setbacks, or questioned whether your goal is really possible, this episode is for you.

Because confidence doesn't come from knowing you'll succeed.

It comes from believing you're willing to do what it takes.

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Do you have a big goal—but struggle to know where to start?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal shares the three steps she teaches leaders and sales professionals to help them achieve goals they once thought were out of reach.

You'll learn:
• why doing more isn't the answer
• how to focus on what matters most and stop wasting energy on things that don't
• how to break big goals into simple, manageable steps
• and the accountability trick that can dramatically increase your chances of following through

Amal shares practical tools from her Winner's Mindset Sales System™  and explains why confidence isn't built by waiting until you feel ready—it's built by taking consistent action.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by a big goal or wondered why you know what to do but aren't doing it, this episode is for you.

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What if success isn't about working harder?

What if it's about creating a life you're excited to wake up to?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with former Aetna executive Duncan Stuart for a conversation about success, leadership, and how to build a career without losing yourself in the process.

You'll learn:
• why so many high achievers get stuck going through the motions
• how to create a career that energizes you instead of drains you
• why the most successful people don't wait until retirement to enjoy their lives
• and how to make more intentional choices about how you spend your time

Duncan shares the lessons he learned during 20 years in corporate leadership, why he encouraged his team to truly unplug, how taking time to ski, climb, and recharge made him a sharper leader, and why creating a healthy culture starts with going first.

If you've ever wondered whether success has to come at the expense of your happiness, health, or relationships, this episode is for you.

Because the goal isn't to build a successful career.

It's to build a successful life.

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Can you achieve big goals without burning yourself out?

In this special episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Derek Kilgore turns the tables and interviews Amal about what she's learned from coaching hundreds of leaders, sales professionals, and high achievers. 

You'll learn:
 • the common trait Amal sees in the most successful people
 • why so many high achievers feel stressed even when they're making progress
 • how to stay focused on what matters most instead of trying to do everything
 • and the simple habits that help people achieve more while feeling less overwhelmed

Amal also shares why people pleasing leads to burnout, how accountability builds confidence, and the exercise she uses to help clients get clear on what they really want.

If you've ever felt like you're constantly chasing the next goal, struggling to be present, or wondering why success doesn't feel the way you thought it would, this episode is for you.

Because achieving more doesn't have to come at the expense of your health, happiness, or the people you love.

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What if reaching your goals isn’t the only measure of success?

In this episode of The Happy Achiever Podcast, Amal sits down with financial services leader Derek Kilgore for a conversation about success, purpose, discipline, and building a life you’re actually proud of.

Derek shares the moment his 7-year-old daughter said something that completely changed how he looked at success—and why he realized achievement means nothing if you lose what matters most along the way.

You’ll learn:
 • how to stay focused when motivation fades
 • why knowing your purpose makes it easier to stay disciplined when things get hard
 • how to create success in your career without sacrificing your family
 • and why serving others can lead to more fulfillment and better results

Derek also shares how his faith and purpose shape the way he leads, why he believes mistakes are necessary for growth, and the simple habits that help him stay focused on what matters most.

If you’ve ever wondered how to chase big goals while still being present for the people and things you love, this episode is for you.

Because real success isn’t about winning in one area of your life.

It’s building something you’re proud of in all of them.

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