In this episode of Uncomplicating Business, I’m joined by my friend and brilliant LinkedIn strategist Molly Godfrey for a conversation about connection — on LinkedIn, sure, and also, everywhere else. We talk about connection IS [genuine curiosity and care without a specific agenda], and how trust sits at the center of everything we do as business owners.

We get into:

- Why LinkedIn is more like your favorite coffee shop than you realize;

- The convergence of trust and connection in successful networking;

- The nuance of figuring out someone’s capacity for depth of connection (and why that matters!);

- What to do when you feel disconnected, comparison-y, or in your head

Molly also shares how she handles lots of inbound connections without losing her mind (or human-ness!)

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If you feel like the million tiny decisions every day is the equivalent of a million tiny papercuts, you’re not alone—I’ve been there too. In this episode, we're talking about decision fatigue and I'm sharing the simple ways I use (and teach my clients) to make fewer, smarter decisions so we can all get more done. We're talking about simplifying processes, goals, and systems in planning, connecting, and selling so there's less overwhelm and more energy for the stuff that really matters.

3 Key Takeaways

--> Fewer goals = fewer decisions.

--> Simple systems beat heroic effort.

--> Decide once, then stop re-deciding.

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In this episode, I'm sharing my dear friend and grounding ninja, Stacey Andon, with you to talk about what being grounded *really* looks like in life and business. We talk through the difference between reacting and responding, why so many of us think chaos is “normal,” and how small, simple grounding practices can change the way you move through your day, your work, and your relationships - and make ALL of it simpler.

My fave 3 take-aways:

• Effective grounding is layered - we need intellectual, emotional, and physical grounding working together.
• Feeling behind, fixing everything, and chasing validation are signs of being ungrounded (and they’re more optional than they seem).
• Tiny check-ins—like pausing to breathe and asking, “Am I reacting or responding?”—can start shifting you out of chaos and into grounded, intentional work.

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In this episode, I share my approach to planning for a successful year by introducing three essential types of plans: the meta plan, the mini plan, and the accountability plan. Here’s what you’ll take away:

*Why creating a big-picture (meta) plan gives you clear direction and purpose for your year

*How breaking things down into step-by-step (mini) plans makes big goals feel manageable

*The importance of staying accountable—especially for uncomfortable tasks—and building support systems to keep you on track

You'll also hear how these strategies connect to the core foundations of success in business, and why a supportive community (like the Uncomplicating Business Lab) makes all the difference.

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In this episode of "Uncomplicating Business," I sit down with my fabulous friend and business growth expert, Tracy Beavers about how trusting yourself, staying flexible in your planning, and taking consistent action are the real keys to business success. We talk imposter syndrome, figuring out the tech (hello, YouTube tutorials!), and making space for both fun and connection on the way to success.

Key takeaways:

- Trust isn’t one-size-fits-all—sometimes it’s about betting on yourself in a big way, and sometimes it’s tiny daily acts of faith that move you forward;

- Planning is essential, but the magic is in being willing to pivot and stay curious when life (or business) brings the unexpected.

- Consistency is about commitment, not rigidity—showing up authentically matters more than sticking to a perfect plan.

- The heart of business growth is connection; start with a simple coffee chat or DM—because you never know what opportunities might come from new relationships.

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 In this episode of Uncomplicating Business, we're talking about how to make the art of building trust through genuine connection SIMPLE. You'll walk away with 5 tips for networking + connecting that will help you to show up as yourself - someone who is curious, relaxed, and open to unexpected opportunities. Even if you're an introvert these strategies will help you connect in ways that will make an impact on you AND your business, and I promise it's not about being perfect - it's about being human. Listen on for ALL the good! 

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 In this episode of Uncomplicating Business, we're talking about the connection between TRUST and groundedness - and I *know* this combo is truly the secret sauce of *functional* business success. In this episode you'll find four tips for getting grounded: choosing your personal "weapons" of groundedness, accepting that you'll never be 100% grounded all the time, finding evidence of your successes (big and small), and remembering who you are and how far you've come. These strategies are KEY to helping you connect & reconnect with your expertise, build self-trust, and make business success simple. And if you want more support? Check out my new Uncomplicating Business Lab - it's the *perfect* place to put these practices into action! 

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In this episode, I sat down with my dear friend Georgia Mulliss, a money coach who helps helpers and healers stop undervaluing themselves to talk about - of course! - trust. We talk about LOTS of things, including how self-abandonment keeps us stuck and how building self-respect is the first step to trusting ourselves in business.

Here are 3 of the MANY bits of good from our conversation:

• Trust is the opposite of self-abandonment (yes, we DO say more about this...).
• Pricing isn't just about money, it's about valuing your expertise and skills.
• Business forces you to trust yourself faster than you might feel ready (which helps us EVERYWHERE else!).

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This week's episode brings us another conversation about trust, this time with my friend Shea Ki, and it's pure magic! You'll LOVE her definiton of trust - it's not about never failing, but about believing in your capacity to learn and grow. We think through how trust is built through pausing, being gentle with ourselves, and embracing the messy, yet totoally worthwhile journey of personal and professional growth.

Want a sneak peek? Here are a few of the key takeaways:

Self-trust means having faith in your ability to make decisions and learn from them

Curiosity is more powerful than judgment when building trust

You can trust the process, even when you can't see the entire path; Ready to get these and MORE? Listen now!

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In this episode of Uncomplicating Business, I'm sharing the trust lessons I learned (remembered!) during what I now think of as 'the summer of change'. Here in my world we bought a house, sold a house, moved, switched schools both kids and then some...I learned and was reminded of so many vital lessons about trust and navigating big transitions.

I'm sharing my 3 biggest take aways: how to recognize/trust feedback, why trust becomes a practice when everything shifts, and why asking for help is actually a *huge* act of self-trust.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by change or struggling to trust your own instincts, this episode is for you. I'll show you how I am working through uncertainty in real time and more!

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