In Episode 9 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet interviews Christina Montalvo (@christina_montalvo), a strength and conditioning coach, business mentor, podcast host, and dog mom extrordinaire. Christina shares about the evolution she is working through currently, as she is undergoing her own reckoning in business, health, and life.

We explore the uncomfortable spaces of growth, feeling in flux as new chapters are ending while others are starting. We also talk about "doing the most" as a false badge of honor and recovering from the addiction of work as a value metric - at the cost of exhaustion, burnout, and never experiencing joy.

It's good, ya'll. Give it a listen, then checkout Christina's podcast if you want more real, raw, and honest conversations: The Confidence Project Podcast

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In Episode 8 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet is interviewed by her husband, Phil. He asks some challenging questions about her business, why she chose to work with only women, where she's headed as an entrepreneur, and how she works through imposter syndrome (just to name a few).

They're some meaty questions and you definitley want to hear the answers.

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In Episode 7 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet gives you an insider's perspective into her 22+ year marriage with her husband, Phil Desilet.

After their first date on Lisa's 19th birthday, the couple has been together ever since. They've built a successful life together, have three children, and experienced lots of change in each other and collectively over the decades.  In today's episode, Lisa goes into the intimate challenges of that growth, particularly in the past few years.

Phil Desilet is a Captain with Boise Fire Department. He had held a variety of leadership roles as a professional firefighter and union member throughout his 20+ years of service. In addition to being a career firefighter, he is also a real estate investor, health and wellness advocate, outdoorsman, coach, and all-around great guy. You can't really find him online, but you might see him up in the mountains of Idaho, hear him on the sidelines of his kids' sporting events, or watch him moving weight at his local gym.

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In Episode 6 of #Uncommon, Lisa introduces the label of "shoulding" on yourself as a sympton of shame, insecurity, and guilt. She share vulnerable stories about you own life experiences that creating this feel of being "too much" and simultaneously "not enough" as a woman, wife, mom, and business owner.

The insideousness of "should" can rob us of joy and presence. Lisa challenges you to tune into those moments you "should" on yourself, become aware of what causes it, learn to accept what is, then take more aligned action.

It's a hard lesson, but one that will transform the way you life, connect, and love yourself and those around you.

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Take a moment to reflect on what makes you feel "too much" or "not enough". What does the healthiest, happiest, most successful version of you know to be true, right now?

In Episode 5 of #Uncommon, Lisa explores the challenges and complexities of change and how it impacts our personal growth and development. She dives into the human side of change, providing insights into why change is difficult and how we can navigate it more effectively. Let's delve into the episode and discover how we can embrace change and emerge stronger on the other side.

This episode highlights the ever-presence of change in our lives and provides strategies for effectively leading ourselves and others through it.

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Take a moment to reflect on the specific changes you're currently facing in your life. Identify one action you can take today to proactively navigate these changes and move closer to your desired outcomes.

In Episode 4 of The Uncommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet invites you into a conversation full of accountability and love. She encourages you to step up and embrace your role as a leader for yourself, family, business, and community. Lisa sets the stage for a thought-provoking and inspiring discussion that will ignite big bold action.

Lisa Desilet proposes that leadership is now undergoing a profound transformation, moving away from "old school" leadership strategies and addresses the complex challenges of the modern world, emphasizing the need for leaders who can connect and lead on a deeper level with others. She highlights the power of leading from the heart and invites you to explore the unique life experiences and talents that will help you become a strong, confident and resilent leader.

Calls to #Uncommon Action:

• Consider how traditional leadership roles have shaped your own beliefs and perceptions of leadership.
• Assess your current leadership style and identify areas where you can incorporate more compassion, empathy, and authenticity.

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In Episode 3 of The #Uncommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet introduces the idea of both/and as a way to find that elusive idea of "balance". She explores the pervasive nature of binary thinking and its limitations. She shares how embracing the shades of gray has allowed her to reduce stress and negative self-talk. Lisa discusses how this shift in mindset has influenced her approach to running her business, parenting, and nurturing relationships with family and friends. She encourages listeners to challenge the either-or mindset and embrace the power of both-and thinking.

To engage in personal growth and development, Lisa invites you to delve into the qualities of curiosity and candor, emphasizing how they contribute to finding a middle ground. She highlights the how courage and humility are underneath these practices and are the key to fostering both/and thinking.

Calls to #Uncommon action:

• Challenge the either-or mindset in your own life. When faced with a perceived dichotomy, ask yourself, "Is there another path? What am I not seeing?"
• Embrace candor and curiosity as qualities that allow for both-and thinking. Practice expressing your truth while remaining open to alternative perspectives.

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In Episode 2 of The #UnCommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet delves into the importance of grounding yourself in your core values to experience higher levels of success. She highlights the significance of feeling grounded, having a solid foundation, and nurturing healthy roots that interconnect with others to provide support during life's storms.

Drawing from her experiences as a thought leader, Lisa underscores the importance of aligning personal values with professional values. She introduces an exercise that she often does with her clients, which involves identifying core values and bridging the gap between those values and their manifestation in daily life. 

The exercise involves going through a list of 100 values and narrowing it down to three core values that best represent an individual's guiding principles. Lisa emphasizes the significance of leading conversations with children, in partnership, or in business.

Access the values activity to explore and refine your own core values.

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How the hell did I get here? Why I left a six-figure corporate job for $ZERO dollars as an entrepreneur and why it was the best decision of my life.

In Episode 1 of The #UnCommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet shares her personal journey of leaving a six-figure corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship. 

Lisa explains that she spent the last ten years building an online business in an industry she initially thought she was passionate about but realized wasn't fulfilling enough. Simultaneously, she was also building a corporate career, but discovered her desire to have a broader impact beyond her current job and help others build the business of their dreams.

The turning point came when Lisa quit her corporate job in early February 2023, feeling the need to make a change and pursue a path that aligned more with her values. Venturing into entrepreneurship was a significant decision for her. Despite the financial uncertainty, she considers it the best decision of her life. By sharing her journey, she aims to inspire listeners who may be contemplating a similar leap and reassure them that pursuing their passions can lead to fulfillment and success.

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