Up with Neeley Neal

In this episode, you will learn:

How to stick with your goals through setbacks and discouragement.

Reframing your mindset to believing in your ability to make your dreams happen.

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Do you have what it takes to see your goals through to the end? I know you do, because you're here and you feel called to make your dreams your reality. It's just going to take a lot of belief in yourself. Luckily, in this episode I'm sharing exactly how you can set your mind and your actions in motion to make your goals happen. You have what it takes, you just need a couple tools up your sleeve to build sticktoitiveness through and peak or valley you face.

01:30 What I learned playing softball about why we need to be patient with the process.

03:15 How to stick with working towards your goals despite setbacks and discouragement.

04:45 Ways to stick with your goals by believing in your ability to accomplish them.

06:00 What separates high performers from the rest of their field.

In this episode, you will learn:

How Alison has reinvented herself and her career over the years.

A peek behind the scenes of Alison's journey in the fashion industry.

The importance of self trust, resilience, and having a positive mindset in entrepreneurship.

Resources + Links

Connect with Alison on Instagram: @skirttheissues

LinkedIn: @alisoncallaway

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Today's guest is the accomplished yet so relatable, Allison Callaway. We met as co workers in the tech industry, and I've witnessed her servant leadership firsthand. She is an entrepreneurial, multifaceted creative talent, and Allison's career trajectory began at the famed New York Fashion Institute of Technology. It has led her to consult with some of the largest online retailers, as well as startups on how to run their business and build their brand in the fashion industry. Now as the education director for Phoenix Fashion Week, she's a sought after speaker and trainer for emerging designers. She's seen it all behind the scenes in the industry, even having styled some household names on the set of Ocean's 13. George Matt, Bernie, Brad. Yeah, that bread. She's now coming full circle with her own fashion brand, as the creative director and owner of Skirt The Issues. She's a mom to a now college bound daughter and we talk all about how embracing the change and keeping an optimistic mindset can be a launchpad for more joy in your life, and for redefining yourself in your next chapters.

02:30 Reinventing your career as an entrepreneur with a former Zappos executive.

08:15 What led to creating the emerging designer program at Zappos?

13:30 How important has it been to understand the business of the fashion industry?

18:15 Leadership, innovation, and mentorship.

20:00 What has it been like mentoring your 12-year-old as they've become a fashion designer?

26:45 Pivoting to new opportunities in midlife.

32:30 Progress over perfection and finding inspiration as a designer.

38:00 The importance of self trust, resilience, and having a positive mindset in entrepreneurship.

In this episode, you will learn:

How to avoid falling for the marketing tactics of today's online healing gurus.

The power of working with professionals for your mental health and wellbeing.

What high achievers need in order to reach their full potential.

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

In the world of social media where anyone can market themselves as healers, who can you trust with something as precious as your mental health? In this episode, we dive into how modern marketing strategies are hindering genuine trauma healing and who should seek out professional help for trauma recovery and personal growth. I also share the power of learning from my own mistakes on my own personal growth journey. Don't get caught up in the hype so you can move forward and reach your full potential.

01:45 Are today's marketing tactics keeping you from truly healing trauma?

05:45 When is professional help needed for healing traumas and personal growth?

08:15 How learning from past mistakes promotes growth.

12:00 What high achievers need in order to reach their full potential.

In this episode, you will learn:

The trap we all can fall into when it comes to pursuing success.

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

I want to impart to you that there is another way, a better, faster way to achieve success, a way that is becoming increasingly more valuable, sought after, relevant and a better predictor for future success than any new skill acquisition. It's agile mindset growth. In today's episode, let's discuss what you think you need for success and spoiler alert isn't what you need. And we'll uncover how you need to think and set yourself up for success in the dynamic, unpredictable world we live in.

In this episode, you will learn:

That you have had the wisdom and power all along.

Questions to go deeper, take time for self reflection and ask for help.

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Don't just listen to what I say. I mean, I'm so happy you're here listening to this episode, but while I love being your "big sister" here sharing guidance at the end of the day you are the one making the big decisions, big growth, and going after big dreams no matter what they are. In this episode, I'm sharing the power and wisdom you have inside you and how to tap into it anytime you need it. You have the answers you need. You might just need stillness or a few key questions to tap into that inner wisdom.

02:30 How to find the wisdom you have within you.

04:15 Are you taking time for self-reflection and asking for the help you need?

06:00 The message I want you to know right now.

In this episode, you will learn:

Don't get too caught up in the "busyness" of life!

You never know what greatness is waiting on the other side of that leap of faith.

What big dream/calling is on your heart that you're making excuses not to pursue?

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Let go and just do it! Stop making excuses of why you can't or shouldn't do something that you have a strong desire to do. What might you miss out on if you don't go? Today we discuss a few situations where I almost didn't go and how my life would be drastically different had I backed out. Don't let excuses stop you from living full out and chasing your dreams in life!

02:30 I met my husband on a blind date…after saying no twice!

05:40 I almost didn't go to Arizona for Grad School.

09:40 I almost didn't go to Powerhouse Women 2019.

11:20 I gained my passions back after showing up despite excuses!

12:25 Where are you making excuses right?

13:15 Stop overthinking and live life through new experiences by showing up.

In this episode, you will learn:

Don't let the world dictate your value!

Feedback doesn't change your potential.

Life is designed to challenge us and reveal our character!

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Don't ever let anyone tell you 're not worthy and you don't have value because YOU DO! Your performance at work and how many likes a post on social media receives have no bearing on your worth in this life. If you are feeling low or less than in life it is so important to figure out what is causing you to think/feel that way and change the way you internalize it. Don't let your own self talk bring you down, always give yourself patience and grace! You have so much to offer the world, no matter how many times you fall. What you are meant for will still have challenges as well, push through and know you are worth it!

03:00 Live your life connected and fulfilled.

07:10 How can you take a look at old routines with a new lens?

08:30 Why do annual reviews get such a bad reputation?

10:00 Noone can dictate your value and worthiness!

12:00 Find out what is causing you to feel less than.

17:10 Take the constructive feedback but it doesn't change your potential!

19:15 Always strive for skill improvements.

In this episode, you will learn:

Strengthen your relationship with yourself.

Are you slipping back into your comfort zone and resisting the growth?

Trust yourself, you ARE capable of creating your dream life!

Resources + Links

Summer of Self-Development Series:

• Ep. 54 - Trusting & Advocating for Yourself https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pep-talk-trusting-and-advocating-for-yourself/id1546100989?i=1000615833033

• Ep. 55 - PULL your Dream Life FORWARD with this One Intention https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pull-your-dream-life-forward-with-this-one-intention/id1546100989?i=1000616791028

• Ep 56 - BURN OUT to FULL OUT - Put social media in it's place (Part 1) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pep-talk-put-social-media-in-its-place-to-go-from-burnout/id1546100989?i=1000617675192

• Ep. 59 - BURN OUT to FULL OUT - Stop Leaking Energy (Part 2) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pep-talk-stop-leaking-energy-to-go-from-burn-out-to/id1546100989?i=1000620727828

• Ep. 57 - 2 Questions to Disrupt Overwhelm, and Get Focused https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-questions-to-disrupt-overwhelm-and-get-focused/id1546100989?i=1000618448115

• Ep. 58 - Salute to FREEDOM & Sacrifice https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salute-to-freedom-sacrifice/id1546100989?i=1000619217823

• Ep. 60 - Your Habits are Crummy - Sorry, Not Sorry! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pep-talk-your-habits-are-crummy-sorry-not-sorry/id1546100989?i=1000621479384

• Ep. 61 - Are you FIGHTING for your dreams or FIGHTING for your excuses?https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/are-you-fighting-for-your-dreams-or-fighting-for-your/id1546100989?i=1000622233467

• Ep. 63 - Maximize Whatcha Got: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pep-talk-maximize-whatcha-got/id1546100989?i=1000623768329

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Uncomfortable changes can be hard to accept but we need to realize that those barriers can hold us back from the beautiful life we are meant to live. It's a blessing for you and inspiring for those around you. You are capable of amazing things but you need to be intentional about the life you would like to create. In today's episode I will recap my Summer Self-Development series and talk about the many ways you can step into the uncomfortable to create the life of your dreams!

01:30 You may be done with school but you're not done learning and growing.

04:30 Our summer of firsts!

08:00 Where are you slipping back into your comfort zone?

10:30 You are capable of living a life of impact!

11:40 Trust yourself and create your dream life.

13:30 Be intentional and regain your life.

14:40 Where are you growing and where are you going?

15:30 The 4th of July episode was filled with immense gratitude!

17:00 Fight for your dreams, not your excuses.

17:40 Maximize what ya got.

19:00 Dance into your next chapter of growth with me!

In this episode, you will learn:

Micro Choices are little seeds for your biggest opportunities!

Take back your strength.

Self evaluation without judgment is key!

Resources + Links

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Achieving your big goals and dreams starts with the little choices you make consistently every day. Take back your strength by being intentional and making those seemingly small choices to move the needle in a big way! You may feel discouraged because you don't see the change immediately but please understand, you will feel the change before you see it. A great booster to add to these microchoices is positive and loving self-talk. Your self-talk should be more of a self-coaching. Forgive yourself and recommit to your goals. You can do this, I'm cheering for you!

01:20 Take back your strength!

02:00 What are microchoices?

03:40 You will feel the change before you see it.

05:10 Your self-talk is self coaching!

06:30 Living full out is a choice you make.

07:40 Don't go one more day, it's never too late!

In this episode, you will learn:

How important your personal brand is, even if you don't yet own a business.

Create the systems and your business will flourish while you work less!

More free time can help you rediscover your passions and go after them.

Resources + Links

Work with Nancy: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/

Connect with Nancy:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Purchase the "How to Build Your Personal Brand on Social Media" book on Amazon HERE

Connect with Neeley on Instagram @neeley.neal

Shoot Neeley a Text: Click here to text now or send the word PEP to 480-418-7156 for weekly fired up motivation & messages!

Learn more about our Go Fit Win sisterhood & community. Join our email list for details & get your first routine today: http://start.gofitwin.com/first-routine-free

Show Notes:

Meet Nancy Evans, author, podcast host, business strategist, and personal branding expert who has built multiple successful businesses. Nancy is such an inspiration! She came from a small town, was the first in her family to graduate college and she goes after everything that she desires. Nancy started in the corporate world but due to burn out she left and started a housecleaning business. This was her first step into the entrepreneurial world and she absolutely loved it. Soon after this she met her husband and reignited her love for marketing and learned all she needed to build multiple successful businesses. Today she shares with us her incredible journey and all of the amazing businesses that she has scaled. Nancy also shares with us some amazing tips on where to begin when creating a business and personal brand.

02:30 What got Nancy started in the entrepreneur world?

05:00 Nancy went through burn out in her career and wanted more of a balance in her life.

10:00 A housecleaning business opened the door to entrepreneurship for Nancy.

12:50 How did meeting her husband reinvigorate her love of marketing?

15:45 Nancy shifted into a role in a marketing firm and she learned all she needed to be successful in her own businesses.

20:00 You have a personal brand whether you own a business or not.

22:10 Nancy's inspiration for her book.

26:20 What does it look like to work with your spouse?

29:20 Nancy's business offers many phenomenal programs that can help build your brand and business!

33:00 What does Nancy fill her free time with?

39:40 AI is a tool, use it productively.

45:00 Do not be afraid of AI, it is an amazing resource.