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We're all out there looking for answers — ESPECIALLY from our gurus. We look to their success and try to build out the pieces to replicate it for ourselves.

We think we're just one discovery away from the next big "secret" that's going to skyrocket our businesses or iron out the kinks in our personal lives.

But when we find ourselves face to face with our industry leaders, asking them about what it is that set them apart from the rest, the answers are never as satisfying as we hope. It's never a trick of the trade, but instead a reiteration of what we already know to be true:

• work hard
• focus your energy on what matters most
• take exceptional care of your existing clients
• do what you do well, and then do MORE of it
• have patience
• show consistency
• and think big picture

This is the second of four recap episodes of the Gem Conference in Ottawa. Check out part one here!

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Everyone's talking about being authentic… being vulnerable…

But is it coming from a truly authentic and vulnerable place? Or are we just hopping on the band-wagon of what's cool and trendy in personal branding?

Same goes for that girl you went to high school with who suddenly posts pics in her undies and shows off her stretch marks — is she part of the body positive movement because that's REAL for her? Or just trying to ride the wave and take the express bus to 10k followers?

This episode is PART 1 of 4 takeaways of Gem Conference — it's my way of sharing the valuable info that I bought home after meeting so many incredible creative entrepreneurs. If you were in attendance, consider it further discussion on something you're already thinking about. If you weren't, consider this your VIP ticket.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

• the difference between "positioned" authenticity and genuine authenticity
• the benefits of storytelling to build your personal brand
• tips for building trust through your brand messaging
• how to foster loyal customers who will pivot with you when you transition to your next project
• the social responsibility we have when we share advice with others

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You're high on life after spending 14 hours at a conference and meeting 25 new people and learning from some seriously inspiring leaders in your industry — been there, my friend!

You're also a little worried that the high is gonna wear off, and this episode is here to remind you of that very real truth: your regular life is coming for you, and it's moving fast.

The buzz is already starting to wear off and the clock is ticking, but I have been crafting a very valuable post-conference routine that focuses on maximizing what it is you just learned and taking small steps to put that information into REAL action.

In this episode I'm talking about:

• how to organize your notes so that you'll actually want to go back and read them in the future
• how to recognize when you really want to make a big change or whether you're just "buying in" to what you've been taught
• and why you should actually creep the girl who was beside you in the line for the burrito bowl

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We just got back from a week in Orlando, Florida and I'm filled to the brim with realizations about making memories as a family and having a positive vacation mindset.

Ever hear those people at the airport bitching about how the lines are long and they didn't get the seat they wanted or some other BS? Well those people suck at vacationing, and that's SO not a cute look.

A few topics covered in this episode:

• FACT: you actually get a say in how memories are stored in your brain, and it's important to choose your words with intention
• why I chose to leave my big camera at home on Disney day
• what to ACTUALLY pack and bring into the parks
• tips for making the most of a trip with young kiddos, from both Mom AND Dad's perspective!
• and my response to being told that we have a controversial parenting style

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60 minutes with a mindset coach — you're welcome in advance. Regardless of how far you are into your journey of self-development, Katie Potratz has a way of explaining big ideas in tangible, practical ways that are guaranteed to shift things into perspective for you.

Katie explains that even the most logical thinkers can use tools like manifestation and visualization to achieve their wildest dreams. We're going deep on the following topics during this episode:

• WHY we self-sabotage
• how to push past a plateau in your personal life and/or business
• busting some myths about manifestation — it's not for lazy people who think the universe will solve their problems for them
• expanding the scope of what's possible (stop thinking small!)
• how to start with baby steps towards waking up with purpose

CHECK OUT more from Katie Potratz:Website / Instagram / Facebook

And here's the book Katie mentions during this episode: The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines into Massive Success and Happiness by Jeff Olson

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I surprised my husband with a series of questions sent in by his friends and family, and it makes for one of my very favourite episodes to date. From why he dreams of picking up roadkill, to his thoughts on social media and its influence on today's youth, it's both entertaining and informative.

Plus, one question in particular has him using his one and only chance to pass.

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Everyone sorta thinks they'd have what it takes to run a super trendy and successful café, but do they really? I'm hanging out with Andy Basset, one half of the powerhouse brand: Little Victories Coffee. The dude is 23 years old and yet he's been able to team up with the right people to create a "coffee lover's paradise" that's still as busy today as it was on their grand opening.

We go deep on the challenges of creating a specialty product, a retail space, and a wholesale business that's seriously destined for a global takeover. But through it all, we're talking about what it means to be humble, stay hungry, and never get lazy.

A few extra things to expect from this episode:

• secrets for a successful launch
• tips for building community within your business
• how to get into the customer's routine
• work / life balance in the early does — does it exist?
• relinquishing control in order to grow

Find out more about LITTLE VICTORIES:https://www.lvcoffee.ca/www.instagram.com/littlevictoriescoffee

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We used to let the big networks tell us what to watch. At 7:00pm we watched this, at 8:00pm, that. They told us when to laugh and what should make us feel sad or stressed out. But welcome to 2019, where with platforms like Youtube and Instagram there's no limit to what can be created and shared on a massive scale. So what effect does that have on a creator, when it's no longer the networks who evaluate your worth, but the viewer?

I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Stephanie Koenig, an actress living in LA who uses these platforms to make people laugh while she works her way to the big screen. This episode is proof that as long as you're consistently connecting to your big picture goals, even just 1 hour a day is enough to make that shit happen.

By the way, when you're finished listening to this episode, drop everything and watch every single second of Stephanie & Brian's content, much of which is referenced in this episode:

Stupid Idiots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ho-GN_kK4A The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYXQzlKXzpk

Stephanie Koenig on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KellynStephanieHumor

Brian Jordan Alvarez on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bjalvo

Instagram: http://instagram.com/stephaniekoenig

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When one door closes, another opens — isn't that the quote we've heard a hundred times? Well it doesn't make it any more bearable, that's for sure.

We're coming up to the two year anniversary of my biggest failure and I'm just now coming to terms with WHY it happened and HOW that closed door was really a hallway that I needed to explore in order to find myself exactly where I needed to be.

If you've ever made something and no one bought it, or written something that no one bothered to read, or if you've wanted something and didn't get it — this episode is for you. Grab a coffee and hang out with me while I get super real and let it alllll hang out in this storytelling episode.

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This bonus episode comes to you after the release of Episode 33 with Meghan Johnston, where we talked about the power of rest and stillness and their effects on the physical and emotional body.

I am so thrilled to bring you this 10 minute meditation for relaxation — please make sure to share this episode with someone who would enjoy it!

Special thanks to Meghan Johnston // https://www.meghanjohnston.com/

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