The Lisa Pezik Show

In this small business highlight episode, Ashley Perry Wood and Gord Wood, fellow married-preneurs, and martial arts school owners join me and we talk about growing people along with business.

Even before pandemic hit, the culture in their martial arts school was different. They get people. They get business.

You can stay true to you, and run a profitable business without compromising integrity.

Ashley is the arts, the dreamer, the teacher and Gord is the martial as the root and support. 

We dive into: 

1. How they met, high standards, and why competition is healthy.
2. What it’s like to have a little stature but ferocious fighting spirit as highlighted in their son, Chance, with Cystic Fibrosis.
3. Providing a safe landing for students and how to foster a family feel in business who have your back in the good times and the bad.
4. The COVID pivot online and asking for help in business so you can run and do the things you’re meant to do. 

Find out more about their school at www.evolutionmartialarts.ca

Just as we’re navigating new territory with our spouses in pandemic, our pets are feeling the same mixed energy with our constant interaction.

Dr. Katie Woodley, a holistic vet, and I talk about what causes stress in pets, how we can help them cope in this time, and how to prepare for the separation anxiety that will come when pandemic is over.

Katie goes over:

1.   The signs of stress in cats and dogs

2.   Why a routine and safe space for pets is VITAL to their health

3.   How to ease separation anxiety

4.   Four natural holistic therapies that can reduce stress such as pheromone plug-ins, sleepy time tea in their food, essential oils and CBD tinctures and treats, (but there are do’s and don’t with these.)

Dr. Woodley doesn’t just “go against the grain,” she works in conjunction with other vets to give your pets the best care possible, and improve their lives, regardless of your pet’s location.

Here is the blog post we referenced and you can find Dr. Kate Woodley, her online membership, and her services at: www.thenaturalpetdoctor.com

“You have to give yourself grace and permission, and love the PROCESS,” says Ann Zapranzy of Great Sports Minds LLC, and my latest podcast guest.

Ann shares how to re-wire your thinking so you can overcome perfectionism.

We dive into:

1.   How the perfectionist thinks and where they sabotage themselves

2.   Simple 5-minute breathing exercises and mantras to reduce stress

3.   How a simple thank you can change an entire household dynamic.

You can connect further with Ann at:

https://www.greatsportsmindsllc.com/

Prosperity and freedom are the two goals of any business.

Those are stages four and five of what my friend and business coach, Kathleen Ries-Jubenville identifies in her 5 Steps to Freedom Training. It’s first, or second, or third!

It turns out some chaos is normal when you’ve moving from creation to control.

Some key points Kathleen talks about:

1. When it’s time to get a business coach.

2. The difference between an employee and true business owner.

3. What a KPI is and why it’s VITAL to every business

4. How to work ON your business instead of always IN your business.

5. How to control your actions, not the outcomes.

6. How to not face “the wall” when doing hard things.

For a 30-minute complimentary Business Breakthrough call with Kathleen head to: TheFearlessClimb.com/CCC

We may be in the same storm, but we are definitely on different boats in this time of pandemic.  On my latest podcast, I talk with Barbara Nixon: Speaker, author, business coach, and mom of 4, of how to be productive, get unstuck, and celebrate in this present moment. Barbara teaches things like: 1. We don't climb the mountain in 1 leap. 2. Why you're feeling exhausted after being busy all day. 3. Getting ninja with your time if you only had 2 hours to work a week. 4. Being present in the moment with a celebration journal. Find out more at www.barbaranixon.co.uk

When I was 12, I was called Free Willy and made fun of for my size. It set the belief that thin was in and instilled a serious inner critic in my mind.

On this podcast, I want to invite you to navigate your role in these tough times. We’ll look at:

1.   Are you a critic or a creator? You can’t be both.

2.   Are you an energy sucker or giver? You can’t be both.

3.   Do you tie your worth into your success? You can have both.

These are critical elements to overcome when building an online business.

For more info head to www.lisapezik.com

I’ve been getting questions from business owners who are paralyzed by fear that their business is going to shut down. They are overwhelmed by technology, and don’t know where to begin.

This podcast takes it back to basics as I share the only three things you need to run an online business that are affordable, do-able, and possible.

Our emotions have meaning. Whether it’s happiness, sadness, frustration, overwhelm, or joy, they teach us something. Our experiences in how we've handled these emotions also leave an imprint.

When I first heard of the coronavirus pandemic, I felt a quiet sense of ease, but it was only because I’ve saved lives, eased people into a peaceful death, and gone to battle as an ICU and palliative care nurse in my 20’s and early 30’s.

In my latest podcast I share the three mindset hacks nursing taught me to move from overwhelm to ease. These simple hacks can help you during these uncertain times, in your business, your marriage, and your life.

Look for the helpers, that’s what Mr. Rogers said.

Normally, I’d never recommend using the word HELP. To me, it implies that you won’t be paid.

I prefer to use the word guide or teach, but in these turbulent times the HELPERS are contributing and being of service. The helpers aren’t consuming - they are sharing content through education and entertainment.

In this podcast I talk about:

1.   Why education based marketing will set you apart.

2.   How to find you authenticity in a noisy world

3.   Why we love Tiger King and Netflix

4.   How to leverage your authority and teach through your specific lens

5.   Why your messaging falls flat and how to be more entertaining to build relationships and stand out.

In my lifetime, I've never been a part of a pandemic.

These past few weeks have been truly unlike anything we've experienced before. These are waters we've never had to navigate until now. 

In my latest podcast, I share the emotions that are arising as an entrepreneur, and in the minds of our potential clients.

In light of these unprecedented times, I talk about the messaging we need to share to thrive, and to banish the fear of uncertain times ahead.