The Vault with Sonja Martinovic

In this episode of The Vault, I share a personal story about overcoming recent technical and communication challenges that forced me to pause and reset. I reflect on my journey from corporate coaching to running a top-ranked podcast and launching a podcast agency focused on helping leaders and entrepreneurs connect with the right audiences. I discuss my mission to influence and empower leaders through tailored podcast experiences that match their soul mission and message with authentic audiences. I also announce an upcoming new phase in my business with the "Elite Podcasting Boutique," emphasizing quality, deep impact, and genuine connections over scale. I invite listeners to stay tuned for special opportunities to launch their own podcasts with expert guidance before the holiday season.

Some key takeaways:
Taking breaks can lead to powerful new beginnings and clearer focus.

Connecting leaders with the right podcast audiences can amplify impact.

Tailored, soul-driven podcasting builds trust and influence.

New podcast launch opportunities are coming soon for aspiring podcasters.

⏱️ Time-stamps
 

(00:00) Welcome to The Vault

(01:14) Overcoming Challenges and New Beginnings

(02:14) The Journey of Building a Podcast Agency

(03:05) Identifying Gaps in the Podcast Industry

(05:25) Introducing the Elite Podcasting Boutique

(08:44) Exciting Changes and Future Plans

(10:12) Conclusion and Upcoming Opportunities

🌎 Connect with Sonja
 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com
 

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Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton is a speaker, writer, and teacher, and the founder of UNCOVER, a global movement dedicated to pleasure-based healing and women's liberation. With a PhD in Women's Studies and Intimacy, her work is a powerful blend of academic insight and personal experience, helping women to heal from religious and sexual trauma. 

Kimberly shares her journey from religious trauma to empowerment through reclaiming feminine pleasure, intimacy, and leadership. We dive into the importance of pleasure in business and life, how to heal from trauma with joy, and the urgent need for more feminine energy in leadership and culture. This episode is rich with personal vulnerability, practical insights, and a powerful invitation to embrace your fullest self. 

🕗Timestamps

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:15) Meet Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton

(02:40) Exploring Polarity and Feminine Empowerment

(07:05) Intimacy Coaching and Business Success

(10:55) The Power of Pleasure in Healing

(13:54) Personal Stories and Vulnerability

(20:48) Designing a Pleasure-Filled Retreat

(22:05) The Power of Experiencing Together

(22:48) The Urgency of Women's Leadership

(25:03) Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies

(25:53) Breaking Free from Good Girl Conditioning

(29:31) Finding Pleasure in the Mundane

(34:46) Connecting and Sharing Resources

(36:19) The Core Motivation Behind the Work

👉Key Takeaways

Pleasure is a radical pathway to healing trauma and reclaiming your body and power.

Balancing the divine feminine and masculine energies within and around us is key to true empowerment.

Integrating pleasure into business and life can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity.

Healing and empowerment can break generational curses and create a legacy of freedom for future women.

🌎 Connect with Kimberley

IG https://www.instagram.com/drkimberlyrosependleton/
Website: https://www.kimberlyrosependleton.com 
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/uncoverbykimberlyrosependleton/

🌎 Connect with Sonja

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉In this episode of The Vaults, I had an insightful conversation with Chris Prefontaine, the founder and chairman of Smart Real Estate Coach. Chris shared his journey through the 2008 real estate crash and how it shaped his approach to real estate investing. He emphasized the importance of creative real estate strategies that avoid bank loans and personal debt, along with building a supportive community with ongoing mentorship. We also discussed how technology, including AI, is transforming the real estate field. Chris generously offered free copies of his book Real Estate On Your Terms and highlighted his transparent, hands-on coaching style that focuses on completing real deals with students rather than just selling courses. 

🕗Timestamps

(00:00) Introduction to The Vaults

(01:19) Meet Chris: Real Estate Expert

(02:53) The 2008 Real Estate Crash

(03:27) Rebuilding with New Rules

(04:04) Smart Real Estate Coach Approach

(05:12) Biggest Lessons Learned

(05:47) Common Real Estate Mistakes

(06:54) Steps to Start in Real Estate

(08:41) Creative Real Estate Strategies

(09:51) Current Market Insights

(11:21) Impact of AI on Real Estate

(12:21) Best Business Advice

(13:47) Authenticity in Business

(14:52) Addressing Criticism and Real-Life Preparation

(15:08) Latest Book and Free Offers

(17:30) Common Mistakes and the Importance of Guidance

(18:45) Time to First Deal and Industry Challenges

(19:57) Team Expansion and Experience

(20:56) Advice for Future Real Estate Entrepreneurs

(23:19) Discipline and Entrepreneurship

(26:57) Overcoming Financial Crisis and Commitment

(28:11) Where to Find More Information

👉Key Takeaways

Creative real estate investing without bank loans or personal asset risk is a sustainable way to build wealth.

Having a trusted mentor or community significantly increases chances of success in real estate.

Patience and discipline are essential traits for long-term success in real estate entrepreneurship.

The rapid changes and uncertainties in the market actually increase opportunities for creative investors.

🌎 Connect with Chris

Download free copies of Chris Prefontaine’s books Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Over Time with no shipping cost at smartrealestatecoach.com (mention Sonja’s show to get the free offer).

Attend the free replay of Chris’s masterclass at smartrealestatecoach.com/mastersclass to learn foundational creative real estate investing techniques.

Engage with the Smart Real Estate Coach community to get hands-on support and partnership opportunities in deals.

Website: https://smartrealestatecoach.com
Masterclass: https://smartrealestatecoach.com/mastersclass
Book: http://bit.ly/smartrealestatecoachbook
Podcast: https://smartrealestatecoachpodcast.com/podcasts/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisprefontaine
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisPrefontaineSmartRealEstateCoach/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisprefontaine_/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/smartrealestatecoach

🌎 Connect with Sonja

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉Today I had the pleasure of hosting Melissa Nash, a lifelong entrepreneur turned real estate investor, educator, and wealth strategist. Melissa shared her inspiring journey from building a multimillion-dollar children’s clothing brand to reinventing herself after the 2009 financial crash by discovering a recession-proof path to wealth through real estate.

Melissa is the creator of the Lazy Investor Method, a system designed for busy professionals who want to create passive income without adding another job. She’s built a $5M+ rental portfolio and has helped over 2,000 students purchase more than $500 million in real estate, many earning $3,000+ per month in their first year.

In our conversation, Melissa revealed how she overcame the fear of taking the first step in real estate investing, the importance of leveraging mortgages to maximize wealth, and why real estate is an ideal investment for entrepreneurs and busy people. She detailed her Lazy Investor Method, which involves systems and trusted teams to handle property management, renovations, and more so investors can build wealth passively and spend more time with their families.

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:18) Meet Melissa Nash: From Financial Crash to Real Estate Success

(03:16) Discovering Real Estate Investing

(04:55) The 2008 Financial Crisis and Its Impact

(05:42) Transitioning to Real Estate

(06:28) The Importance of Mindset and Educatio

(15:08) The Lazy Investor Method

(20:15) Leveraging Mortgages

(23:08) Current Trends and Opportunities in Real Estate

(28:20) Overcoming the Fear of Starting in Real Estate

(29:54) Building a Support Network for Real Estate Success

(30:11) Personalized Coaching and Membership Benefits

(36:43) Success Stories: Real Estate Transformations

(40:40) Real Estate for Entrepreneurs: Tax Benefits and Wealth Building

(42:23) A Guide to Easy Real Estate Investing

(44:07) Final Thoughts: Real Estate as a Tool for Freedom

👉Key Takeaways

Real estate investing is accessible to everyday people and doesn’t require being an expert or having millions upfront.

Leveraging mortgages allows you to maximize your investment and build wealth faster with multiple properties.

Passive real estate investing works best with trusted teams managing properties, freeing your time and reducing involvement.

The biggest barrier to starting is fear and the belief you have to do everything yourself—building a network is critical.

🌎 Connect with Melissa

IG https://www.instagram.com/themelissanash/?hl=en

Visit Melissa Nash’s website for a free guide on investing in real estate the lazy way: www.hellomelissanash.com

 

Join Melissa’s free Passive Rental Group for education and community support on real estate investing.

 

Explore Melissa’s coaching programs and monthly membership for personalized help buying rental properties and building portfolios.

 

Download the free PDF guide on lazy real estate investing covering strategies and steps for busy professionals.

🌎 Connect with Sonja

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉In this inspiring episode, Sonja Martinovic welcomes Lisa Even, a nationally recognized keynote speaker, bestselling author, and leadership coach dedicated to helping leaders create positive ripple effects in their organizations. Lisa shares her journey from healthcare leadership to entrepreneurship and reveals how intentional presence, trust-building, and fostering joy can transform team culture and leadership impact. She emphasizes the importance of leaders showing up with the right energy, encouraging open communication, and experimenting with leadership approaches to cultivate better collaboration and results. Lisa also discusses her book Joy is My Job and previews her upcoming leadership guide centered on creating lasting impact.

(00:00) Introduction to Lisa and Her Mission
(03:06) The Ripple Effect in Leadership
(03:28) Challenges in Leadership
(04:50) Effective Communication and Feedback
(08:19) Building a Culture of Collaboration
(10:17) Empowering Teams and Trust Building
(13:24) Incorporating Values into Leadership
(15:56) Incorporating Values into Team Experiences
(16:45) The Importance of Explaining 'Why'
(17:47) Discussing the Book 'Joy is My Job'
(18:06) Upcoming Leadership Book
(20:12) Creating a Positive Team Culture
(25:34) Building Trust and Emotional Bank Accounts
(29:37) Concluding Remarks and Next Steps

👉Key Takeaways

Leaders must be intentional about the energy they bring and how they show up with their teams.

Building trust starts by genuinely trying to see things from others’ perspectives, or “trying on their glasses.”

Inviting team members to share ideas and experiment fosters engagement, growth, and better solutions.

Prioritizing joy and psychological safety leads to higher productivity, creativity, and long-term team success.

🌎 Connect with Lisa

Download Lisa Even’s "PB&J" worksheet for facilitating meaningful one-on-ones with your team (available on her website). https://lisaeven.com/

Sign up for Lisa's upcoming leadership book launch and receive weekly leadership tips on her website.

Follow Lisa Even and get more leadership insights through her podcast Have Good Ripple Effect https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/have-good-ripple-effect/id1737506915

Check out the book Joy is My Job 
https://www.amazon.com/JOY-My-Job-mindset-experiences/dp/B0CKLBTMSL

🌎 Connect with Sonja

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Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉In this inspiring episode of The Vault, Sonja chats with Scarlett Stanhope, also known as the Biz Hippie, a money and abundance coach who helps entrepreneurs align their money, mindset, and energy to unlock greater wealth, freedom, and fulfillment. Scarlett shares her personal journey from high-achieving perfectionism and financial "success" that felt empty, to a transforming 180-degree shift into personal growth, mindset change, and a new relationship with money. They deeply explore common scarcity beliefs, the importance of balancing the internal emotional relationship with money alongside practical financial management, and how shifting one’s money mindset can break through income ceilings and create an abundant life. The conversation highlights money as a co-creator of life energized by both masculine structure and feminine flow. Scarlett offers empowering advice for embracing money as a powerful tool for intentional creation and real transformation, encouraging listeners to start living their abundant life now with the money they already have.

👉Key Takeaways

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:15) Meet Scarlett: The Biz Hippie

(01:56) Scarlet's Origin Story

(04:22) Understanding Money and Mindset

(05:56) Scarcity Seeds and Stories

(08:52) Transforming Your Relationship with Money

(19:27) Empowered Abundance Program

(28:15) Final Thoughts and Contact Information

🌎 Connect with Scarlett

Learn more about Scarlett’s signature program Empowered Abundance at:
https://thebizhippie.com/abundance

Listen to Scarlett’s podcast Empowered and Abundant for deeper insights:
https://thebizhippie.com/podcast (general link, verify specific episode links)

Check out the fan favorite episode "Create an and Life" (episode 9) on her podcast for valuable mindset shifts.

IG @thebizhippie https://www.instagram.com/thebizhippie/?hl=en

🌎 Connect with Sonja

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉In this episode, Sonja explores the profound connection between physical energy, mind, and consciousness to unlock personal power and expand one’s energetic blueprint. Through insightful reflections on frequency, vibration, and natural energy, Sonja reveals how embracing wholeness and dissolving limiting beliefs can lead to lasting fulfillment, abundance, and success. Listeners are invited to awaken to their inherent completeness and learn how to harness their energy to magnetize higher vibrations and authentic results in life.

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:15)  Understanding Your Energetic Blueprint

(02:25)  The Illusion of Incompleteness

(04:51)  The Three Sources of Energy

(06:28)  Building Bridges Between Body, Mind, and Consciousness

(12:06)  Frequency, Energy, and Vibration

(27:23)  The Power of Natural Energy

(42:18)  Achieving True Fulfillment

(44:26)  Invitation to Join the Journey

(46:46)  Conclusion and Next Steps

👉 Key Takeaways

True power comes from aligning body energy, mind energy, and consciousness in balance and wholeness.

Closing the mental "open loop" of doubt and worry frees energy for authentic growth and success.

Raising your frequency and vibration helps you attract opportunities that truly match your natural energy.

Embracing your natural rhythm—even if slower—leads to greater effectiveness and inner peace.

🌎 Connect with Sonja

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉In this episode of The Vault, host Sonja Martinovic welcomes John Tarnoff—a career coach and former studio executive—to explore how mid-career professionals can break through employment barriers, especially those imposed by age bias and a broken hiring system. John shares his journey from film production to career coaching, emphasizing the need for resilience, mindset shifts, and authentic networking. The discussion covers practical strategies for standing out in crowded job markets, reframing gaps on resumes, and leveraging one’s unique value proposition rather than trying to fit into generic job descriptions. Both John and Sonja reflect on hiring dynamics, the power of acting “as if,” and the importance of clarity and purpose in mid-career transitions. The episode also highlights John's book and online community, offering resources for professionals seeking transformation and fulfillment in their careers

👉Key Takeaways

Building authentic professional connections is more effective than simply submitting resumes online.

Approach job interviews with confidence and a clear sense of mission, acting as if you are already part of the team.

Focus on your unique value proposition rather than trying to fit every job description; specialization attracts the right opportunities.

Confidence follows action: take proactive steps even when feeling uncomfortable, and use setbacks as learning experiences

 

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:14) Meet John Tarnoff: Career Expert

(03:41) Challenges in the Hiring System

(06:12) Mindset Shifts for Job Seekers

(07:52) Strategies for Successful Job Interviews

(11:43) The Importance of Authenticity in Job Applications

(21:14) Addressing Age Bias in Hiring

(23:08 Taking Control of Your Career Narrative

(27:05) Addressing Resume Gaps Confidently

(29:53) The Value of Experience in the Workforce

(30:55) Embracing Mid-Career Changes

(33:45) Building Confidence Through Action

(35:27) Insights from 'Boomer Reinvention'

(35:47) Finding Purpose in Mid-Career

(39:33) Connecting with John

🌎 Connect with John 

Connect with John Tarnoff on LinkedIn for career coaching and strategy calls.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntarnoff

 

Check out John’s book "Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50"
https://shorturl.at/3LDWs

Join the "Mid-Career Lab" community via John’s LinkedIn page to participate in group support for career transitions.
https://midcareerlab.com/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/johntarnoffcoach/
Website https://johntarnoff.com/about2/


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Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉Evan J. Schwartz is a visionary technology leader who drives sustainable innovation and customer-centered transformation across global enterprises. As Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS Group, he guides the adoption of cutting-edge solutions in resource recovery, logistics, and sustainability sectors, translating innovative concepts into frameworks that deliver measurable business value.

In this episode of The Vault, host Sonja Martinovic sits down with Evan to explore his 35-year journey at the intersection of technology and business, from pioneering early digital connectivity and gaming to leading advancements in AI-driven sustainable operations. Evan shares his passion for creating value through innovative digital solutions, highlights how AI is revolutionizing route optimization, predictive maintenance, and recycled materials logistics, and emphasizes the importance of balancing technology with human creativity.

He also discusses the risks and realities of generative AI implementations, the significance of narrowly defining AI use cases, and the critical role of compassion and fearlessness in leadership during times of rapid technological change. Lastly, Evan introduces his book "People, Places, and Things," a practical framework for pain-free ERP and digital transformation journeys.

👉Key Takeaways

Focus on optimizing the "connected tissue" of processes, especially reverse logistics, to unlock real sustainability and profitability.

Use AI as a reasoning and orchestration tool with clear guardrails rather than relying on broad, unrestricted prompts to avoid costly errors.

Measure baseline performance before AI implementation to quantify true value and prevent chasing infinite, unrealistic solutions.

Leadership requires fostering a fearless, compassionate culture that allows room for mistakes and learning amid rapid technological change.

(00:00) Introduction to The Vault

(01:15) Meet Evan J Schwartz: Innovator and Technologist

(02:25) Evan's Early Journey in Technology

(03:28) The Evolution of Digital Connectivity

(05:57) Creating Value Through Digitalization

(06:51) Sustainability and Efficiency in Business

(10:03) AI's Role in Business Optimization

(17:29) Challenges and Insights in AI Implementation

(20:50) Hidden Risks of External Documents

(21:16) The Siren Song of AI in Business

(22:13) Designing Software with AI

(22:40) The 99 to 1 Scenario

(24:44) The Customer Journey Framework

(29:41) The Future of AI and Human Collaboration

(37:12) Embracing Compassionate Leadership

(38:33) Final Thoughts and Resources

🌎 Connect Evan J. Schwartz

Website https://www.evanjschwartz.com/
LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-schwartz-live

🌎 Connect with Sonja

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovic

Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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Website: www.sonjamartinovic.com

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👉DR. JON FINN is the founder of the award-winning Tougher Minds consultancy, has spent 25 years pioneering approaches in behavioral science and performance psychology. With three psychology-related degrees including a PhD, he specializes in helping people optimize their cognitive performance during the AI revolution– the most profound technological transformation in human history.

Through Tougher Minds’ Brain State Intelligence framework, Dr. Finn and his team help organizations create cultures where human potential and AI work in harmony. Teams implementing these methods consistently

complete projects over 200% faster. His innovative “Habit Mechanics” methodology has

helped over 20,000 people across global businesses, startups, and government organizations develop resilience and thrive amid change.

Dr. Finn shares his expertise on mastering resilience and optimizing brain performance, especially in the context of today’s AI-driven world. They explore the science behind energy management, cognitive states, and how leveraging brain mechanics can help leaders and teams excel without losing authenticity or balance. This conversation dives deep into practical strategies for maintaining focus, managing mental energy, and unlocking higher potential in both life and business.

👉Key Takeaways

Mastering different brain states can help optimize cognitive energy and improve focus, even during mentally demanding tasks.

Resilience is a skill that can be developed through deliberate practice and understanding how the brain operates under stress.

Balancing authenticity with high performance is essential to sustaining long-term success in leadership and business.

Awareness of how AI impacts our brain and workflow enables smarter, more efficient adaptation and transformation.

(00:00) Welcome to The Vault: Unlocking Success

(01:17) Introducing Dr. Jon Finn
(02:31) Understanding Brain States and AI Impact
(04:02) Optimizing Brain States for High Performance
(06:20) AI's Role in Enhancing Productivity
(11:53) Neuroplasticity and Habit Formation
(17:55) AI Integration in Business and Overcoming Fear
(19:38) AI Proofing: Ensuring Job Security in the AI Era
(20:09) The Fear of Replacement and Resistance to AI
(21:09) Brain State Intelligence: The Key to Thriving with AI
(23:09) The AIH Success Cycle: A Framework for Brain Optimization
(25:11) Physical and Psychological Habits for High Performance
(26:25) Emotional Regulation and Self-Control in the AI Era
(36:14) The Future of Work: Innovators, Automators, and Coaches
(40:01) Conclusion: Mastering Brain States for an Extraordinary Future

🌎 Connect Dr. Jon Finn
Website https://www.tougherminds.co.uk/about/meet-the-team/dr-jon-finn/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thehabitmechanic
Check out the book Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution
https://www.amazon.com/Train-Your-Brain-Revolution-Irreplaceable/dp/1068429712

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