Caroline Biesalski opens the episode with inspiration drawn from Arnold Schwarzenegger before introducing guest Dan Storey. They discuss overcoming mental barriers to personal transformation, the sacrifices required for success, and practical strategies to combat imposter syndrome. The conversation highlights the distinction between teachers and leaders, using Schwarzenegger's career and discipline as a backdrop. Dan emphasizes the importance of consistency in growth, shares insights on his online presence and publications, and concludes with thoughts on embracing failure and daring actions. The episode explores pursuing meaningful activities and the power of repetition, concluding with a special offer for listeners.

(0:00) Introduction and Arnold Schwarzenegger's inspiration

(1:15) Guest introduction: Dan Storey

(2:08) Overcoming mental barriers to transformation

(4:14) Sacrifice and the price of success

(6:49) Combating imposter syndrome with practical strategies

(10:13) The distinction between teachers and leaders

(12:28) Arnold Schwarzenegger's career and discipline

(19:22) Consistency in personal and professional growth

(20:52) Dan Storey's online presence and publications

(21:40) Final thought: Embracing failure and daring actions

(22:31) Pursuing meaningful activities

(23:19) Keeping score in life and the power of repetition

(24:02) Conclusion and special offer

Caroline Biesalski introduces Alison Miller in this episode of "Inspired Choice Today," exploring the theme of perfectionism and the necessary mindset shifts. Alison emphasizes the importance of asking for help and offers insights into combating procrastination. They delve into managing different self-versions, the need for restraint, and setting boundaries. The discussion provides strategies for overcoming feelings of overwhelm, equipping listeners with practical tools for personal and professional growth. Alison shares her contact information and future goals, before the episode concludes with Caroline's final thoughts and closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction to Perfectionism and Mindset Shifts with Alison Miller

(5:23) The importance of asking for help and combating procrastination

(10:46) Managing Self Versions, Restraint, and Boundaries

(15:53) Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm

(20:48) Alison Miller's Contact Information and Future Goals

(23:46) Final Thoughts and Episode Closing

Caroline Biesalski welcomes Colin Hirdman to "Inspired Choice Today," where they begin by debunking common myths about building a business. Colin emphasizes the importance of perseverance and persistence in entrepreneurship, sharing personal insights. The conversation shifts to LinkedIn strategies, exploring effective techniques for sales professionals to enhance connections and maximize the platform's potential. Colin shares his journey and upcoming goals, offering a glimpse into his future projects. The episode wraps up with Colin providing valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, encouraging them to take bold steps and remain resilient in their pursuits.

(0:00) Welcome & Introduction with Colin Hirdman

(2:19) Biggest myth about building a business

(3:19) Perseverance and persistence in entrepreneurship

(4:04) LinkedIn strategies for sales professionals

(11:20) Enhancing LinkedIn connections

(15:04) Discovering Colin Hirdman

(16:03) Colin's upcoming goals and projects

(17:37) Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

Caroline Biesalski introduces the episode of Inspired Choice Today by welcoming Zoe Thompson, who shares her expertise on mindset shifts and thriving through discomfort. Zoe delves into her leadership insights and personal growth, offering strategies for overcoming internal dialogues and providing actionable steps for those feeling stuck. The conversation continues with Zoe discussing her goals and upcoming projects, leaving listeners with her final thoughts on embracing change. Caroline concludes the episode with closing remarks and a special offer, encouraging listeners to apply the lessons shared in their personal and professional lives.

(0:00) Introduction to Inspired Choice Today and welcoming Zoe Thompson

(1:08) Zoe Thompson on mindset shifts and thriving through discomfort

(3:53) Zoe's leadership insights and personal growth

(9:49) Overcoming internal dialogues and actionable steps for feeling stuck

(13:30) Zoe's goals, upcoming projects, and final thoughts

(18:05) Closing remarks and special offer

Caroline Biesalski introduces the episode with a freebie announcement before welcoming Brenda Neckvatal. They explore a pivotal moment in Brenda's leadership journey, discussing strategies for managing difficult personalities and team dynamics. Brenda emphasizes the importance of follow-up in leadership, sharing insights from her mentors and coaches. The conversation highlights transforming workplace drama into team alignment, with Brenda offering her contact information and a free course. They touch on goal-setting and upcoming projects, concluding with final thoughts on leadership principles. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and a special offer for listeners.

(0:00) Introduction and Freebie Announcement

(1:01) Introduction of Brenda Neckvatal

(1:56) Turning Point in Brenda's Leadership Approach

(4:43) Handling Difficult Personalities and Team Friction

(6:53) Importance of Follow-Up in Leadership

(9:36) Brenda's Mentors and Coaches

(11:06) Transforming Workplace Drama into Team Alignment

(12:45) Brenda's Contact Information and Free Course

(14:40) Setting Goals and Upcoming Projects

(15:57) Final Thoughts on Leadership Principles

(16:43) Closing Remarks and Special Offer

Caroline Biesalski introduces Danielle Droitsch, who shares her insights on burnout and fulfillment in coaching. They discuss the delicate balance between making an impact and maintaining personal well-being. Danielle highlights the importance of finding flow in work and passion, sharing a career transformation success story. The conversation challenges common myths about fulfillment in nonprofit careers and emphasizes the power of journaling for identifying personal strengths. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and resources for listeners seeking to achieve a fulfilling and balanced career.

(0:00) Introduction and Guest Background

(1:19) Burnout and Fulfillment in Coaching

(3:35) Balancing Impact and Well-being

(6:24) Flow in Work and Passion

(8:45) Career Transformation Success Story

(14:11) Fulfillment Myths in Nonprofit Careers

(18:29) Strength Identification Through Journaling

(20:22) Closing Remarks and Resources

Caroline Biesalski welcomes Leslie Smith to "Inspired Choice Today," diving into Leslie's journey of inspiration and early successes in business. They explore Leslie's straightforward approach and how it benefits her clients. The conversation highlights Leslie's book on simplifying marketing language and addresses marketing challenges faced by small businesses and nonprofits. Leslie offers insights into assisting with nonprofit setups and shares valuable resources. A sponsor segment offers a free press release download.

(0:25) Caroline's welcome and guest introduction: Leslie Smith

(2:08) Leslie's inspiration and early successes in business

(4:10) Leslie's straightforward approach and client benefits

(6:09) Sponsor: Free press release download

(7:21) Leslie's book on simplifying marketing language

(9:07) Marketing challenges for small businesses and nonprofits

(13:14) Assistance with nonprofit setups and resources

Caroline Biesalski introduces Eric Spencer, highlighting his unique approach to podcasting. They delve into Eric's podcast "You Me We," exploring how music influences his leadership style. Eric shares key insights from his podcast, The Corporate Bartender, and offers advice for those starting their own podcasting journey. The conversation also touches on the role of mentorship in professional growth and the importance of fostering workplace relationships. Eric provides valuable goal-setting insights and encourages meaningful connections. Caroline concludes with closing remarks and a special offer for listeners, promoting impactful choices in their personal and professional lives.

(0:00) Introduction to Eric Spencer and his unique podcasting approach

(1:13) Welcoming Eric Spencer and discussing "You Me We"

(3:01) Influence of music on Eric's leadership style

(4:53) Key takeaways from The Corporate Bartender podcast and advice for podcast starters

(10:07) Role of mentorship in professional growth

(12:29) Connecting with Eric and his goal-setting insights

(16:22) The significance of fostering workplace relationships

(19:53) Closing remarks and special offer from Caroline Biesalski

Caroline Biesalski introduces the episode with guest James Robbins, who delves into essential leadership qualities, personal growth, and the sacrifices necessary for success. They explore a case study of transforming a manufacturing team, highlighting the journey to finding the sweet spot in leadership. James shares insights on the influence of personal mentors and the impact of coaching in his career. He provides a glimpse into his upcoming book and shares his closing thoughts. Caroline wraps up the episode with her closing remarks and presents a special offer to the listeners, encouraging them to apply these insights in their own leadership journeys.

(0:00) Introduction to Inspired Choice Today & Guest James Robbins

(3:15) Leadership Qualities, Personal Growth, and Sacrifices

(5:05) Case Study: Transforming a Manufacturing Team

(8:03) Finding the Sweet Spot in Leadership

(11:05) Personal Mentors and Coaching Impact

(13:24) James Robbins' Upcoming Book and Closing Thoughts

(16:06) Closing Remarks and Special Offer

Caroline Biesalski welcomes listeners to Inspired Choice Today and introduces guest Jim Bouchard, who shares his journey of transformation and human-centric leadership. Jim discusses the role of a sensei in leading from the front lines and emphasizes the importance of authenticity in inspiring teams. The conversation explores the delicate balance between leading and following in business contexts, illustrated through a case study of guiding through transformation. Jim shares his current goals and projects, along with his contact information. The episode concludes with final reflections, a call to action, and a sponsor offering a free 20-minute breakthrough session.

(0:00) Introduction to Inspired Choice Today and guest Jim Bouchard

(1:22) Jim Bouchard’s transformation and human-centric leadership journey

(3:41) The role of a sensei in leading from the front lines

(7:15) Authenticity and strategies for inspiring teams

(13:44) The balance between leading and following in business

(17:16) Case study of guiding through transformation

(19:23) Jim Bouchard’s current goals, projects, and contact information

(21:45) Final reflections and call to action

(23:12) Sponsor: Free 20-minute breakthrough session