In this episode of the Hype Squad, Charli McConnell interviews Mary Grayson Nix Caden, the owner of Yogalete Auburn and The Yoga Room AU. They discuss Mary Grayson's transition from college soccer athlete to successful yoga instructor and business owner despite facing multiple injuries and concussions. The conversation delves into the therapeutic benefits of yoga, the significance of self-kindness, and the challenges and rewards of taking over an established yoga studio. They also touch on the integrative role of yoga in athlete training and the importance of learning to listen to one's body. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of yoga.

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Instagram:

@messygrayson.moves

@theyogaroomau

@yogaleteauburn

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Hype Squad, host Charli McConnell interviews Ashley Garcia, who shares her journey from facing a four-year abusive relationship and the traumatic birth of her son, to becoming a certified somatic practitioner, sex and relationship coach, and NLP expert.

Ashley discusses how somatic work has been instrumental in overcoming her challenges and significantly improving her life and the life of her son. The conversation dives deep into the importance of evaluating internal triggers, operating from the heart rather than hurt, and distinguishing between support and fixing. Ashley and Charli also touch on the importance of consents in relationships, checking in with partners' emotional capacities, and creating healthy communication boundaries.

Connect with Ashley Garcia

Instagram: ashley.c.garcia

Connect with Charli McConnell:Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠@‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (⁠charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok⁠)⁠Linkedin: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of The Hype Squad Podcast, Charli sits down with Linda Stewart, a neighbor and friend, to discuss a variety of topics impacting their lives. They explore the challenges of maintaining work-life balance, especially as mothers who have experienced both stay-at-home and full-time working statuses. Linda opens up about her career transition to financial advising, the rigorous process of becoming licensed, and the unexpected ease she found in door knocking to build her business. They also delve into the dynamics of long-term relationships, particularly those that began in high school. Throughout the conversation, they discuss the importance of stepping out of comfort zones, the power of adapting to change, and the rewards of pushing personal boundaries. This episode is a deep dive into motherhood, career shifts, personal growth, and long-term relationships.

Connect with Linda Stewart:

Website: https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/linda-stewart

Instagram: @lindakstew

Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-stewart-38b26739/

Connect with Charli McConnell:
Website: ⁠⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠⁠
Facebook: ⁠⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠⁠
TikTok: @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (⁠charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok⁠)
Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠⁠

This week on The Hype Squad, Charli welcomes Shannon McKinstrie, CEO of Boutique Social, who specializes in simplified social media strategies for business owners. Shannon shares her journey from a career in TV production to becoming a sought-after social media marketer. She details valuable insights on creating effective content, staying on top of trends, and balancing work with family life. Shannon elaborates on her successful Reels Lab, designed to help clients create impactful Instagram Reels. Notably, Shannon also celebrates a milestone of achieving 101,000 downloads for her podcast.Connect with Shannon: Website: https://shannonmckinstrie.com/Instagram: @shannonmckinstrie Youtube:  @ShannonMcKinstrie  INTERESTED IN COACHING? Reach out to Charli to learn more.‌Connect with Charli McConnell:Website: ⁠⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠⁠TikTok: @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (⁠charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok⁠)Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠⁠

In this episode of The Hype Squad, Charli welcomes Emily Rose, the face behind Mama Wilder, an organization she founded in 2021 to support women in crises similar to her own.

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In this episode, Charli welcomes Lauren Beesley, a former mechanical engineer who transitioned to a full-time photographer and business owner. They discuss Lauren's academic background, her initial career in engineering, and the pivotal moments that led her to switch to photography.

Lauren shares insights into her creative passions, the challenges of starting her own business, the importance of balancing personal and professional life, and the transformative role of business and life coaching in her journey. The conversation also highlights the significance of embracing opportunities, overcoming imposter syndrome, and setting up sustainable business practices.

Connect with Lauren:

Lauren Beesley Photography | Auburn • Opelika | Headshots • Senior • Family

Instagram (@lbeesleyphotoheadshots)

Instagram (@lbeesleyphoto)

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https://charlimcconnell.com

https://www.instagram.com/charli_mcconnell_co/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlimcconnell/

In this episode of The Hype Squad, Charli sits down with Olivia Smith, a young professional living in Auburn, Alabama. Olivia shares her journey of graduating from Auburn University in 2021 amid a challenging job market post-Covid, and evolving her career in a male-dominated industry. Together, they discuss the difficulties of finding meaningful friendships after college, navigating life transitions, and the importance of patience and not settling in relationships. Olivia emphasizes the value of doing things that scare you, being intentional about maintaining friendships, and understanding the significance of personal growth. Her story is an inspiring testament to the power of resilience and self-awareness.

We would love to hear your biggest takeaways from this episode - Please share in the comments below.

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Connect with Charli McConnell:

Website: ⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠

Facebook: ⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠

TikTok:[⁠ @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok)

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠

In this episode of The Hype Squad, Charli welcomes storytelling coach Bryn Daylor, who shares her journey of discovering the transformative power of storytelling.

Bryn discusses how storytelling helped her through a challenging divorce and led her to build a loyal community, start two companies, launch two podcasts, and write impactful keynotes. The conversation delves into how storytelling helps women empower themselves, the dynamics of dating and finding a partner, and the importance of being authentically creative

Products Mentioned:

The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition

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‌Connect with Bryn Daylor:

Instagram: @bryndaylor

Website: bryndaylor.co

Freebie: bryndaylor.myflodesk.com

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Connect with Charli McConnell:

Website: ⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠

Facebook: ⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠

TikTok:[⁠ @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok)

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠

In this episode of The Hype Squad, Charli welcomes Ryan Welti, founder and CEO of RetreatVi. Ryan, a registered yoga teacher and holotropic breathwork facilitator, shares her journey from graduating in finance and working six years in management consulting, to founding RetreatVi, a marketplace for retreats.

The ladies talk about Ryan's experience living as a nomad, challenges in transitioning careers, the importance of self-care, and the process of launching an app. Ryan also gives valuable tips on creating new social connections when moving to new places and offers insights into content creation and overcoming the fear of being seen.

Products Mentioned:

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We would love to hear your biggest takeaways from this episode - Please share in the comments below.

‌Connect with Ryan Welti:

Instagram: @livewellwithry @retreatvi

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Connect with Charli McConnell:

Website: ⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠

Facebook: ⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠

TikTok:[⁠ @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok)

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠

In this episode of The Hype Squad, Charli welcomes Lindy White, entrepreneur and founder of Tanology Spray Tan and Beauty Bar.

Lindy shares her inspiring journey from starting a spray tanning business in her garage to opening multiple brick-and-mortar locations in Auburn and Birmingham.

They discuss the challenges and triumphs of growing a business, balancing family life, and the importance of a supportive partner. Lindy also unveils her new online spray tan training program designed to empower women to start their own ventures.

Their conversation highlights perseverance, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and the power of community among women in business.

We would love to hear your biggest takeaways from this episode - Please share in the comments below.

‌Connect with Lindy White:

Instagram: @beautyboss_lindy

Website: tanologybeautybar.com

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Connect with Charli McConnell:

Website: ⁠www.charlimcconnell.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠charli_mcconnell_co⁠

Facebook: ⁠cmco.womenscoach⁠

TikTok:[⁠ @‌charli_mcconnell_co⁠] (charli_mcconnell_co on TikTok)

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-mcconnell-0a9231280/⁠