The Inner Work Conversation

In today's episode I’m reflecting on January 2021 (OMG can you believe it’s the end of January!) and sharing some of my personal development with you...

How spending my time intentionally has really shifted things for me in my life & in my business
How learning about my Human Design has helped me to create new ways of working that create structure and calm
And most importantly I’m sharing my tried and tested ways of dealing with procrastination and self doubt when you’re taking on new challenges

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
If you want to contact Lea and find out more about Human Design you can find her here: https://www.instagram.com/lea.livingfurthur/
I can't wait to hear your key takeaways - please tag me on Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook to let me know (links below)

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-life-and-business/?viewAsMember=true
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/THRIVELIFEBUSINESS/


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Matt Trott is the founder of award winning on line training platform Recruitment Juice.  Tune in to some real talk on how he:

• Discovered the success trap and the importance of defining YOUR version of success


• Intentionally cultivates a culture of trust within his business


• Shares his experience on leading successful remote working teams

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Don't tell me the score podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dont-tell-me-the-score/id1440729436

The Inner Work Conversation Ep.1 : https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/1-overcoming-fear-uncertainty-as-a-leader/id1535786717?i=1000496502001

You can find out more about Recruitment Juice & the team using the following links:

https://recruitmentjuice.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/juice-talent-development-platform/

Thanks for tuning in!

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In today’s episode I’m sharing a rambly personal development update.  In it I discuss:

• The method I use to reflect on whether my actions are in alignment with my goals


• How being intentional with how you use your time and energy is key to progress


• How calling yourself out on your own bull s**t is actually a really a vital skill in life and in business

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Kirkpatrick model: https://www.skillshub.com/the-kirkpatrick-evaluation-model-explained/

LASTLY ... DON'T FORGET! I'm hosting a workshop with the Happiness Planner and YOU'RE INVITED!  Sunday 17th Jan 8pm UK time.  Details here: https://thehappinessplanner.io/workshops/stop-self-doubt-from-holding-you-back

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WOW WHAT an episode.  Emma is a copywriter, content strategist and business owners and WOW does she have a LOT of wisdom to impart.  Tune in to some real talk on how she:

- Learned to trust her intuition to create a life (...and a business...) by design 

- Discovered the real costs of ignoring your instincts 

- Learned how to build trust within herself to create success in life & in her business I know you'll want to find Emma once you've listened to this episode so you can find her fresh approach to copywriting on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/emmagriffinwrites/?hl=en

And her website here: emmagriffinwrites.co.uk

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Emma's coach: https://imogenroy.com/ 

Wild Geese, Mary Oliver, http://www.phys.unm.edu/~tw/fas/yits/archive/oliver_wildgeese.html

Writing, Charles Bukowski https://www.poeticous.com/charles-bukowski/writing

Maggie Paterson @smallbusinessboss

LASTLY ... DON'T FORGET! I'm hosting a workshop with the Happiness Planner and YOU'RE INVITED!  Tuesday 8th December at 5pm UK time.  Details here: https://thehappinessplanner.io/workshops/overcoming-fear-nikki-cross

Thanks for tuning in! 

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In today's episode Lucy from Living Lean with Lucy a personal trainer, fitness instructor, business owner and Fabletics brand ambassador.    

In this episode, Lucy shares her wisdom on:

- How to (sustainably) fill up your own cup ... without feeling guilty 

- Tackling the big problem of 'not having enough time' to prioritise your well-being 

- How creating healthy habits supports success in life & business 

I know you'll want more of Lucy when you've listened so you can find her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/livingleanwithlucy/ 

...And you can also see her diary and membership on her website https://www.livingleanwithlucy.com/shop

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Atomic habits : https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

...And don't forget you can follow me over on my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/

Thank you for tuning in!

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In today's episode I want to share my recent experience of adversity and a few tips on how to deal with it in a way that helps you to build resilience and move forward in an empowered way.

In this episode I discuss

• How things in life & business that are not in our control can blind side us


• How to shift from feeling like a victim of circumstance into finding your power


• How to access gratitude to plan your next moves from a place of strength and courage

RESOURCE MENTIONED: the vibrational frequency chart  

Don't forget to subscribe ... and let me know what you thought of this episode by tagging me over on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/

Lastly, I have ONE space left in 2020 for 1:1 coaching  (before my price increase 2021) ... for details on my 1:1 coaching package click here... https://www.tlb.org.uk/1-1coaching

THANK YOU for tuning in!

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In today's episode I interview an existing client to bring you her candid views on whether coaching is really worth the investment.   

I was lucky enough for Jen to kindly offer to record this with me and if you want to know ALL the juicy, nitty gritty details of what it's like - then you're not going to want to skip this one! We discuss:

• How to know when coaching is the right investment for you 


• The coaching journey from a clients perspective ... the highs AND the lows 


• What the investment is ... and whether it's worth it!


• What kind of transformation you can expect 

I am SO excited to share this one with you, and so grateful to Jen for her time, honesty and bravery (as this, in her words, was COMPLETELY stepping out of her comfort zone!) 

Don't forget to subscribe ... and let me know what you thought of this episode by tagging me over on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/

Lastly, I have ONE space left in 2020 for 1:1 coaching  (before my price increase 2021) ... for details on my 1:1 coaching package click here... https://www.tlb.org.uk/1-1coaching

THANK YOU for tuning in!  

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In today's episode Rach from La Beau Fleurs shares her journey and wisdom to running a successful business, thriving through adversity and creating fulfillment in life & business.

This week we discuss:

- How tuning in and staying true to your core values drives success and fulfillment

- How intentional living boosts productivity

- How major life events like life and death can build resilience in life and business

I know you'll want more of Rach when you've listened so you can find her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/labeaufleurs/

...And you can also see her incredible floral installations and creations on her website  https://www.labeaufleurs.co.uk/

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

The Happy Place Podcast : https://www.officialfearnecotton.com/news/2018/2/26/happy-place-podcast

Eckhart Tolle : https://eckharttolle.com/

...And don't forget you can follow me over on my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/ 

Thank you for tuning in! 

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In today's episode Camilla from Human Edge Marketing shares her journey to becoming a business owner and what investments she has made to really excel both personally and in business. 

This week you'll:

-Learn how to overcome overwhelm, procrastination and that sneaky inner critic

-Understand the true value in getting support and investing in yourself 

-Discover some POWERFUL mindset strategies and tools for success 

We would all love more of Camilla in our lives so don't forget to head over to her Instagram account:

https://www.instagram.com/humanedgemarketing/

And you can also access her amazing resources by signing up to her newsletter over on her website:

https://www.humanedgemarketing.co.uk/

... lastly of course I'd love you to stay up to date with me so follow me over on https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Wendy, the Completion Coach https://www.instagram.com/thecompletioncoach/

Seth Godin's work https://www.sethgodin.com/#books-courses-and-more

Emma Gannon's new book 'Sabotage' https://www.emmagannon.co.uk/books

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In my first solo episode (...actually, my first episode PERIOD, be kind!...) I'm shining a light on how fear can impact us as leaders, especially during uncertain times, and I'm sharing my top tips on what to do about it.

This week I'm covering:

- How fear shows up for us as leaders 

- What is fear trying to do?! ... especially in times of increased uncertainty

- What can you do about it 

I can't wait to hear your key takeaways - please tag me on Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook to let me know (links below)

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_life_and_business/

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-life-and-business/?viewAsMember=true

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/THRIVELIFEBUSINESS/

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Resources mentioned:

Quick tips on handling uncertainty: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGrIKXBDEr8/

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: https://www.google.com/search?q=maslows+hierarchy+of+needs&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwib37yN3tnsAhUUTcAKHcNgB8sQ_AUoAXoECB8QAw&biw=2880&bih=1405

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