I speak with Sarah Hubbard, an expert in networking and building connections. She explains her 4-step framework to excel in your networking skills from even before you step into the room - and how to keep the connection alive once the event ends.

With networking such a crucial part of a small business' success, this episode gives you the blueprints to make connections that are quicker, easier and long-lasting.

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I speak with Yvonne Liao, on the topic of change and its necessity in life. She has made some significant growth since her younger years, and has now built thriving fashion in New York. Her take on why pursuing difficulty, and ensuring you don't suffer from change is invaluable. Stick around till the end to see her honest recount and advice for those stuck in constant change.

You have the plan and the motivation, yet the work isn't getting done. Author Kam Knight joins the podcast to expose "Internal Resistance"—the biological mechanism designed to keep you from growing. This is an autopsy of your "busy work" and a guide to killing the resistance maintaining your $0 revenue streak.

Key Insights:

• The Wanting Mechanism: Your brain generates infinite desires that distract from actual execution.

• The Inner Critic: Action is often blocked by a subconscious "panel of judges" that prioritizes safety over progress

• Sneaky Tricks: Planning and perfectionism are sophisticated avoidance tactics—they provide the "illusion of progress" without moving the needle.

• The Fix: Ruthlessly contain your environment and use targeted self-talk to reprogram your self-image.

  
  

You're already producing million dollar ideas, but don't have the system in place to make it a reality. How many failed attempts will you need before you focus on improving your daily habits and systems?

This episode with Danielle Blum is a game changer. She explains how to get from the "scatterbrain" state to a more "flow" state where you can take charge of your creative projects. Her strategies for change will make you rethink just your diary and journalling, and give you steps to a system that accomodates and grows as fast as your ideas.

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If you open your eyes in the morning, struggling to get up, scrolling on your phone and watching the hours slip by - you are not in control of your body's 3 nervous states. Katie breaks them down into Red, Green and Yellow, and wonderfully describes how you can use them to finally get in control of your mood swings and start making the right steps today. This episode has had a direct impact on my podcasting process, and I'm sure it will help you too.

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You already know how important branding is. But do you know how to create a strong identity and midset behind your brand? Join me as I sit down with Dan Ahlborn, a real estate investor and mindset/identity coach for over 17 years. He talks about the importance of self-identity building, and how you can take your first steps today to regain control of your character and business.

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Me and Mario talk about the growing need for your business to become digital, and how you can do it as quickly as possible.

Mario is the CEO of Reyemtech, a Boutique Tech company finding solutions for those that can't see the way through the tech fog.

To find out about Mario, just search Mario Meyer into LinkedIn, or go to https://www.reyem.tech

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Most entrepreneurs chase success, but few are honest about the cost of failure. James Erskine, the CEO of a successful youth marketing agency, openly shares his journey as a self-proclaimed "reluctant entrepreneur," detailing how a series of expensive mistakes taught him invaluable lessons about business. In this episode, he reveals why he's happier with a smaller team and the counterintuitive power of saying "no." This is a raw, honest conversation for any founder who wants to learn from the mistakes of others and build a business that prioritizes passion and quality of life over vanity metrics.

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Are you paralyzed by a big idea? You're not alone. In this episode, Jackie Klein shares her incredible journey from a 28-year career as a teacher to becoming a successful solopreneur. She reveals why "doing it scared" was the most important step she took and how she overcame the imposter syndrome that holds so many people back. This is a powerful conversation about the courage to start messy, the freedom of not being a generalist, and the hidden power of your past experiences in shaping your future.

In the creative world, the most successful people aren't just talented—they're master marketers. In this episode, Jon Goehring shares the counterintuitive strategies he used to build his voiceover business and why cold calling and generic pitches are a recipe for failure. He reveals the power of playing the long game, focusing on adding value, and using a customer relationship management (CRM) system to nurture connections. This conversation is an essential guide for any creative professional who wants to build a business on a foundation of trust and authentic relationships.