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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I am talking about the concept of strategic pruning in leadership and business. I draw parallels between farming and leadership, advocating for the intentional removal of non-essential elements to foster growth and clarity. I share my personal experiences with hardship and how they taught me the value of pruning for better focus and vision. For me the pruning season was thrown at me, but I know being intentional about it will contribute to your growth.

I encourage you to regularly align your actions with core values and vision, and to eliminate tasks that don't serve your ultimate goals. The episode emphasizes proactive pruning as a key to vibrant growth and success.

Episode Outline: 

• Creating Space for Intentional Pruning (00:03:26)
• The Story of Michelangelo and the David Sculpture (00:06:48)
• The Benefits of Intentional Pruning (00:11:50)
• Implementing Visionary Time for Pruning (00:15:52) 
• Identifying the Sweet Spot (00:21:53) 
• Eliminating, Automating, Delegating, Deferring (00:23:39) 
• Planning a Pruning Season (00:25:35)

Resources from this episode:

• Ep. 219 Loss & Life Update (Part 1)
• Ep. 220 Loss & Life Update (Part 2)
• The Focused Entrepreneur Playbook
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode222

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive into the topic of burnout among entrepreneurs. I bet you have felt it or thought it before, but its not actually burnout. I challenge the common belief that burnout is simply a result of being too busy or not taking enough self-care. Instead, I propose that burnout often stems from a misalignment between where we focus our energy and our innate gifts and passions. 

So if it is not burnout, what is it? Misaligned focus. It is that simple. 

I talk about how spending time outside of our "sweet spot" can leave us feeling overwhelmed and drained, no matter how busy we might be. I share some personal stories and encourage you, my listeners, to think about how much of your time is spent playing to your strengths. 

Questions to Reflect On: 

• What’s on my plate? And why am I doing these things?
• What feels heavy right now? 
• How can I delegate, delete, or defer these things off my plate?

Episode Outline: 

• Symptoms of Burnout (00:03:12)
• The Root Cause of Burnout (00:09:21)
• Transformation Through Auditing Your Energy Leaks (00:15:20) 
• Empowering Questions (00:27:55) 
• Visionary Leader's Schedule (00:32:21) 
• Focus and High Leverage Moves (00:36:12) 

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Episode 60: Leave Burnout Behind
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode221

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership I am giving you the second half of a life and loss update. 

*Content Warning: Pregnancy Loss* I gently want to provide a heads-up that the following content involves discussions surrounding pregnancy loss. My intention is to share my personal experience with the utmost care and respect for those who may have experienced or are currently navigating such a loss. 

In this episode I am sharing my experience at the hospital after giving birth, waiting for  my life saving surgery, and the perspective of healing after loss.  I talk about the life-threatening complications that followed the delivery, including the excessive bleeding and the emergency surgery I had to undergo. My husband, Michael, was my advocate, standing by my side as I braced myself for the possibility that I might not make it through.

During this harrowing time, I experienced a profound sense of divine peace and trust in God. I delve into the emotional and physical recovery process and how it ultimately gave me a renewed sense of purpose. This episode is a deeply personal account of resilience, faith, and the crucial role of support during the most difficult times of our lives.

Episode Outline: 

• Hospital Experience (00:02:06)
• Emergency Surgery (00:09:02)
• Emotional Moments (00:16:29)
• Reflection and Priorities (00:18:53)
• Pre-Op Chaos (00:22:45) 
• Miraculous Recovery (00:29:44) 
• Embracing Second Chances (00:37:08)

Resources from this episode:

• 219. Loss & Life Update (Part 1) on Apple
• 219. Loss & Life Update (Part 2) on Spotify
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode220

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership I am giving you a life and loss update. 

*Content Warning: Pregnancy Loss*

I gently want to provide a heads-up that the following content involves discussions surrounding pregnancy loss. My intention is to share my personal experience with the utmost care and respect for those who may have experienced or are currently navigating such a loss. 

This episode I share the devastating experience of finding out our baby no longer had a heartbeat at a routine check-up and the subsequent emotional and physical ordeal of delivering the baby at home. I recount the frightening experience of significant blood loss, the urgency to get to the hospital, and the profound impact of the event on our family. 

Episode Outline: 

• Finding Out the Loss of Our Baby (00:01:01) 
• A Devastating Moment (00:04:25) 
• A Dark Week (00:05:38) 
• Unexpected Delivery (00:06:48) 
• Concerns and Urgency (00:20:03) 
• Emotional Moment with Children (00:21:56) 
• Hospital Experience (00:24:52)

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode219

Connect with me:

• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
• If there's a topic, a question or a guest you want to hear on the show or an idea you have for us, just reach out and share that at [email protected]. We'd love to chat!
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive deep into the world of strategic thinking and leadership mindsets. I share with you five distinct ways that leaders set themselves apart: they're not afraid to take strategic risks, they see setbacks as learning opportunities, they always keep their eyes on potential solutions, they know how to balance their grand visions with the practical realities, and they're unwaveringly committed to their long-term objectives. I'm passionate about encouraging you, as leaders, to put personal growth at the forefront and to cultivate the qualities that resonate with your own vision. 

This is actually a really strategic conversation around how leaders think differently to win. And I'm specifically covering the top five ways leaders think differently than most entrepreneurs.

Resources from this episode:

• Episode 180: Make Failure Profitable on Apple
• Episode 180: Make Failure Profitable on Spotify
• Your Breakthrough Year Waitlist
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode218

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this podcast episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I'll be sharing three valuable strategies that can help you grow your business and improve your quality of life this year. Use these 3 things as a checkpoint to make sure your time, energy, and resources are used efficiently this year. 

As an entrepreneur, it's crucial to focus on finding partners and collaborators who align with your vision and values, rather than just going for the biggest names in the industry. Another important aspect I'll be discussing is mastering your schedule and aligning it with your overall vision and goals. It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks and lose sight of the bigger picture. By taking control of your schedule and making sure it reflects your priorities, you can ensure that you're making progress towards your goals.

I'll also be introducing the concept of data-driven decision making. Instead of relying on gut feelings or guesswork, I encourage entrepreneurs to set goals based on actual data and numbers. By measuring and analyzing data, you can make more informed and strategic decisions for your business.

Episode Outline: 

• Strategic Partnerships and Relationships (00:01:55)
• Schedule Mastery (00:13:26) 
• Data-Driven Decision Making (00:20:38) .
• Leveraging Data for Decision Making (00:25:19)
• Challenges of Embracing Data (00:26:10) 
• Key Focal Points for Growth (00:27:04)

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• Your Breakthrough Year Waitlist
• Episode 202: My Yearly Business Review Process
• DISC Personality Profile
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode217

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
• If there's a topic, a question or a guest you want to hear on the show or an idea you have for us, just reach out and share that at [email protected]. We'd love to chat!
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I come to you before wrapping up my work day to talk to you about 3 things you need to be doing as a CEO to up-level yourself from a business owner that is stuck in the weeds of their business. Because the term “CEO” has now become a cutesy title I am seeing people call themselves when really they are not navigating their business at all and I want to clarify what is actually required to be a true CEO of your business. 

These three things are vision casting, relationship building, and making high leverage moves. I am going to get specific with each one of these because as a CEO you are the shepherd of your business. You are there to set the sail, keep your people engaged & involved with helping you get there, and the one that people lean on when navigating through challenges. I share with you the specific ways to take action with these 3 things and the common mistakes entrepreneurs make that prevent them from fully embracing the CEO role.

I challenge you to do these 3 things this week and let it create more growth, time, capacity, & profit in your life and business. You are going to be free from the low value tasks while making high value moves that will allow you to step into the leader that you are called to be and hold that title of CEO with pride. 

Episode Outline: 

• Vision Casting as a CEO [00:03:35] 
• Leading Your Team Well [00:11:18] 
• Mistakes in Casting Vision [00:16:18] 
• Building Relationships [00:22:27] 
• Making High Leverage Moves [00:30:38] 
• Avoiding Low Value Tasks [00:31:46] 
• Shifting from Reactivity to Proactivity [00:33:02]

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• Your Breakthrough Year
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode216

Connect with me:

• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
• If there's a topic, a question or a guest you want to hear on the show or an idea you have for us, just reach out and share that at [email protected]. We'd love to chat!
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive into the contrast between holding back and aiming for victory. I share a story from my own life where my mentor pushed me to go beyond what I thought I was capable of. I talk about why it's crucial to aim high and step out of our comfort zones. 

I urge you as an entrepreneur to embrace risk, be innovative, and lead with a clear vision. I stress that playing it safe can lead to lost chances and limited growth. My goal is to motivate you to chase your dreams boldly and to strive for a meaningful impact and lasting legacy in both your work and life. This episode gives you a framework to set BOLD GOALS! Grab a pen and paper and get ready to be honest with yourself! 

Episode Outline: 

• Playing Small vs. Playing to Win (00:00:00) 
• Recognizing the Temptation to Play Small (00:01:05) 
• The Temptation to Play Defense (00:05:23) 
• Identifying Playing Small and Going for Gold (00:10:36) 
• The Byproducts of Playing Small (00:15:43) 
• Be BOLD (00:18:00) 
• Game Changing GOALS (00:27:31)

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode215

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive into the tough feelings of being stuck and overwhelmed that we often encounter in business. I liken the journey of entrepreneurship to making your way across a mountain range, and I don't shy away from talking about those dark, paralyzing times that even the most successful entrepreneurs go through. I tell stories of my clients, their struggles, and how they've managed to transition from being driven by their emotions to being driven by discipline. 

I'm a big advocate for setting aside time each morning to focus on your mindset and vision, and I share how this practice has turned things around for clients, helping them to significantly improve their businesses. To wrap things up, I offer a free tool to you that's designed to take you from feeling frazzled to focused, because I truly believe in the power of having the right tools and support on this entrepreneurial path.

Episode Outline: 

• Cyclical Nature of Business (00:02:21) 
• Struggling with Solutions (00:05:44)
• Creating Momentum (00:08:43) 
• Clarity and Confidence (00:18:02)
• Clarity is King (00:20:07) 

Resources from this episode:

• The Focused Entrepreneur
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode214

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• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
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In this episode of Luminary Leaders Podcast, I am talking to those of you that have a feeling of living the dream, but something just feels off. You have it all - the beautiful family, the business that is growing, and you are left feeling like others have more fulfillment while you are stuck in the weeds. 

I hope you take time to reflect on this episode and think about what you have been measuring yourself against. Is it that person on instagram? How are they doing it? Many people are putting on a show that their life looks a certain way, but we do not know if that is the truth. Many are living in a way that looks better than it feels. We don’t do that around here. 

I challenge you to put on a new lens and craft a life that feels better than it looks. 

Episode Outline: 

• Craving More Impact (00:01:15) 
• Setting Impossible Standards (00:02:23) 
• Comparing to the Wrong Metrics (00:03:49) 
• Reframing Comparison (00:05:54) 
• The Illusion of Comparison (00:10:16) 
• Integration of Business and Family (00:12:28) 
• Community and Collaboration (00:14:42)

Resources from this episode:

• Your Breakthrough Year
• The Morning Checklist
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode213

Connect with me:

• Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/
• If there's a topic, a question or a guest you want to hear on the show or an idea you have for us, just reach out and share that at [email protected]. We'd love to chat!
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