The True Adventure Podcast

Big news, friends: this is my last episode… for now. 

After 3 years, 155 episodes, countless stories from the mountains, and so many lessons about building a business and outsmarting your brain, I’m officially pressing pause on the podcast. This isn’t the end, just a closing of a chapter while I pour my energy into growing True Adventure, leading CEO Society, hosting retreats, and serving my clients at the highest level.

In this episode:

Why I made the decision to step back from the podcast

What’s next for True Adventure + CEO Society

How I’m protecting my time, energy, and brain as a business owner

The reminder every entrepreneur needs to hear when business feels hard

Most importantly, I want to say THANK YOU. Thank you for tuning in every Friday, for listening to my stories, for sharing your own breakthroughs, and for being a part of this adventure with me. This podcast has been one of the most incredible chapters of my business and life, and it exists because of YOU.

This isn’t goodbye forever, it’s a pause. You’ve got 155 episodes to binge. And I’ll see you at a retreat, an event, or in a coaching container real soon.

The true adventure is learning about yourself along the way. And I’m so grateful to be part of your journey.

Listen now to the final episode (for now) of the True Adventure Podcast.

Resources:

DM me on Instagram:

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Check out the website resources: https://trueadventurecollective.com/resources

Free sales call framework: https://trueadventurecollective.com/consult-call-freebie

Baja Business Retreat: https://trueadventurecollective.com/business-retreat

Most people don’t quit business because they couldn’t figure it out… they quit because they gave up too soon.

And I refuse to be that person.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really takes to stick around long enough to win. I’ll tell you straight up, the ones who survive year after year aren’t the ones with the flashiest brand or the best Instagram aesthetic, it’s the ones who keep showing up when everybody else taps out.

In this episode:Why business feels like pushing a train at firstThe ugly-but-necessary truth about those first few yearsThe exact thing that could stop YOU and how to face it head-onHow I find the fuel to show up when I’d rather hide under the covers

This isn’t about hustling yourself into the ground. It’s about making damn sure you’re still standing when the dust settles. Because that’s the game. That’s how you win.

So buckle up, bestie, we’re talking about legacy, grit, and outlasting every excuse in the book.

Resources:

DM me on Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Not every piece of advice will get you to your summit, and not every cairn (those stacked rocks marking a trail) is pointing you in the right direction.

In this episode, I share a mountaineering story that turned into one of the best business analogies I’ve ever heard. We’re talking cairns and GPS, and how they relate to business mentors, investments, and your own gut instinct.

In this episode:

• Why blindly following the wrong advice can take you miles off course

• How to know if a coach, mentor, or course is truly worth your time and money

• The one question I ask myself before I ever invest in someone’s programHow to strengthen your gut instinct so you can make faster, better decisions

• Why your own “internal GPS” will always beat any external validation
  

If you’ve ever invested in something that didn’t pan out (or you’re trying to decide if your next move is the right one), this conversation is going to give you clarity, confidence, and a game plan.

Resources:

DM me on Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

JOIN US: Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

You don’t have to stare at the summit to make progress. In fact, sometimes it’s better if you can’t see it at all.

In this episode, I share the story of summiting Mount Sahale. There was fog. There was a sketchy rock scramble. There was a mountain goat we named Gerald (obviously).But the biggest lesson? Most of the climb, we couldn’t even see the summit, and honestly? That made it easier. We just kept moving. One step at a time. Focused on what was right in front of us.

In this episode:Why constantly fixating on the end goal (like $100K months) can actually create overwhelmHow to reverse engineer your goals into simple, focused actionsWhat it looks like to move through the “switchbacks, scree fields, and glacier crossings” of businessThe mindset shift that helps you stay grounded, even when you can’t see how far you’ve come

This one is for the dreamers, the doers, and the ones halfway up the mountain wondering if they’re still on track.

Resources:

DM me on Instagram:

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JOIN US: Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Ever wonder if your identity as a business owner is helping you grow, or secretly holding you back?

In this solo episode, I break down the real psychology behind your business identity and why your attachment to your work might be the very thing capping your success.

You’ll learn how to check in on your CEO identity using a research-based tool (adapted from the athlete world), get insight into how over- or under-identifying with your business impacts decision-making, and, most importantly, how to shift into a healthier mindset so you can scale without spiraling.

I also walk you through a powerful 7-question quiz to assess your current business identity and gives tangible next steps whether you're under-identifying, over-identifying, or sitting in a healthy middle.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why detaching your self-worth from your business results is crucial

• How to build a CEO identity that feels solid, even when things go sideways

• The surprising link between elite athletes and high-performing entrepreneurs

• How to finally clock out without guilt

• A personal story of burnout, business boundaries, and finding joy again

Whether you're feeling stuck in hustle mode or struggling to feel like a real CEO, this episode will help you rewire your mindset and reclaim your power.

DM me on Instagram your quiz results!

Resources:

DM me on Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

JOIN US: Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Let’s just say this: I didn’t summit Mount Rainier because I trained harder than anyone else.

I’m chatting about one of the most physically and mentally challenging things I’ve ever done, and the unexpected business lessons I learned along the way.

Because the truth is:- You don’t have to hustle harder to hit your biggest goals- The people you surround yourself with matter more than you think- And reaching the summit? That’s only halfway.

This story is about way more than hiking a mountain. It’s about trusting your foundation, leaning on the right support, and staying focused all the way through the descent.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why more effort isn’t always the answer

• The kind of support that actually gets you to your goals

• How to lead without being the “most qualified” in the room

• What mountaineering taught me about celebrating wins and staying sharp

• And the reminder every entrepreneur needs: the summit is only halfway.
  

Resources:

3 SPOTS LEFT: Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

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Honeybook: https://share.honeybook.com/trueadventureco

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Outsmart Your Brain Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

If your bank account is constantly causing anxiety, or you're chasing bigger months but still feel broke, this episode is your reset button. 

Money mindset coach Jillian Minter joins us for a conversation on how to shift from scarcity, stress, and “not enough” energy into overflow, abundance, and action. Whether you're stuck at your current income plateau or hitting your biggest month yet but still can’t breathe easy, Jillian breaks down what’s actually going on and how to get out of your own way.

We talk about investing before you're "ready," what to do when your brain is sabotaging your next level, and how to actually find the rooms where money flows freely..

In this episode:

• Why your income won’t outgrow your mindset

• How to invest when money feels tight (without spiraling)

• The real reason even 5-figure months don’t feel like “enough”

• What it actually looks like to embody abundance daily

• Practical ways to find high-energy, money-moving rooms (without spending $$$)

• How to shift your energy when you're on the verge of giving up
  

Resources:

Connect with Jillian Minter:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianminter/

FREE GUIDE - 100 Limiting Beliefs Around Money: https://www.jillianminter.com/100-limiting-beliefs-about-money/

Karina’s resources:

Honeybook: https://share.honeybook.com/trueadventureco

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

This was the biggest workshop I’ve ever led… 500+ people registered. A brand I’ve admired for years. And a moment I’ll never forget.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the full story of how it all came together, from sending that bold email, to prepping like my future self depended on it (because she did), to practicing in my living room like I already had the mic.

It’s not about being the most “qualified.” It’s about raising your hand, following up, and showing up with your whole heart when the moment arrives.

In this episode:

- How I landed a dream workshop with HoneyBook

- The behind-the-scenes prep that helped me feel confident on the big day

- My honest thoughts on nerves, ovulation, hard pants, and hyping yourself up

- Why YOU can create your own version of this… no magic tricks required

If you’ve got a big goal on your heart, this is your permission slip to go for it. Let’s talk about what it really takes to turn opportunities into breakthroughs.

Resources:

Sonia Smith Creative: https://www.soniasmithcreative.com/

Honeybook:  https://share.honeybook.com/trueadventureco

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Business is all about relationships, but not just the kind you're thinking of. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the three core relationships that will make or break your business: the one with your clients, your team (or yourself as your first hire), and the most important one of all, the relationship you have with you.

Whether you're trying to get more yeses on your offers, lead your team with clarity, or finally break through that invisible glass ceiling, it all comes back to how well you understand and care for these three dynamics.

This is one of those episodes that will have you nodding, journaling, and possibly reworking your entire approach to growth, and I say that with love.

In this episode:

• Why understanding your dream client’s thoughts and behaviors is non-negotiable

• How to build (or rebuild) trust and clarity with your team, or yourself as your first hire

• The mindset gap that keeps smart entrepreneurs stuck at the same income level

• How fun literally rewires your brain faster (science says so!)

• What you need to do today to create momentum that actually lasts
  

If your business feels stalled, scattered, or “almost there,” this episode is your guide to unlocking what’s actually missing.

Resources:

Kristen Grace Dance: https://www.instagram.com/kristengracedance/

Honeybook: https://share.honeybook.com/trueadventureco

Instagram: instagram.com/trueadventureco

Outsmart Your Brain in 8 Weeks: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Sometimes the biggest business breakthroughs don’t come from a strategy session, they come from throwing up at 13,000 feet and choosing to keep going anyway.

This episode is a little different. It’s part life update, part behind-the-scenes look at a two-week trek I took through Peru with my mom to celebrate my 30th birthday, and full of unexpected lessons about mindset, motivation, and what it really means to be committed to your goals.

I got altitude sickness. I couldn’t eat. I rode a horse up a mountain while running on zero calories. And I kept going, not because I’m superhuman, but because there was no other option in my mind.

In this episode, I’m sharing what that experience taught me about business, especially when things feel hard. I dive into:

• Why asking "How will I?" is a more powerful question than "Can I?"

• The difference between having a safety net and letting it become your ceiling

• How pushing through physical hardship reminded me what it takes to scale a business with grit and purpose

• The importance of giving your brain true rest, and how most of us don’t know how to do that

• Why your backup plan might actually be the thing keeping you small
  

If you’ve ever felt like giving up, if you’ve been wondering if you’ve got what it takes… I want you to know: you don’t need permission. You need a decision.

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat