What's Working Now: Recent Episodes
Katie Richardson
Look, I know you’ve achieved unheard of levels of success as an entrepreneur. So the real question is, while the world is RADICALLY shifting, how do we not get caught in the chaos but instead access our untapped capacity? (you know what I’m talking about ;)I’m Katie Richardson, Business Coach to Superstar Entrepreneurs and host of What’s Working Now. I’m here to show you how to UNLOCK and MAGNIFY your Untapped Potential. So that we can create the dream, live with purpose, and do what we are born to do. On this podcast, we are asking a different set of questions.
Part 3 of 3 : In this episode Ben Richardson, founder of Not Normal Academy, shares with us a Day in the Life of a Not Normal Student. He explains how they are learning to think like an owner and Entrepreneur so they can get ahead in life.
We also discuss AI and how the students are leveraging it in their education and building their business.
If you have a high school or college aged kid and you want to give them the BEST chance for the future; go watch Ben's special report.
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Part 1 of 3: Are you concerned for your kids education and their future?
In this episode I talk with founder Ben Richardson of Not Normal Academy. He challenges everything you thought you knew about education, success, and preparing the next generation for the real world.
Traditional school systems are failing our kids — cramming facts for tests they'll forget by summer, while leaving them unprepared for the rapidly changing economy, AI disruption, and the opportunities of the future. In this eye-opening first episode, Ben introduces his bold vision: a "Not Normal" approach that prioritizes real-world skills, hands-on learning from top experts (think Olympic athletes, Michelin-star chefs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders), entrepreneurship, and building genuine advantage in an uncertain world.
Whether you're a parent concerned about your teen's future, a young person looking to break the mold, or someone tired of the "safe path" that no longer guarantees success, this episode will challenge your assumptions and spark new ideas about what education should look like.
Key topics:
- Why college and traditional credentials are losing their value
- The skills that actually matter in the age of AI and automation
- Building resilience, opportunity-spotting, and real-world competence
- A new model for raising capable, confident young adults
If you're ready to think differently about success, growth, and what "normal" really means — this is where the revolution begins.
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🎧 Listen now (or watch the full video) and join the Not Normal Movement.
Not Normal Academy – Because normal won’t cut it anymore.
Part 2 of 3: Independence Psychology
In Episode 2 , Ben Richardson of Not Normal Academy dives deep into the mental shift required to break free from the conventional path and build true independence.
If you followed the script — good grades, college degree, safe job applications, waiting for permission to succeed — why do so many still feel stuck, anxious, and dependent? This episode explores the psychology of independence: how to rewire your mindset from seeking approval and security to creating your own opportunities, taking calculated risks, and owning your future.
Ben unpacks why traditional education often produces dependence rather than self-reliance, and shares practical insights on developing the mental framework successful “not normal” individuals use to thrive in uncertain times. From overcoming fear of failure to building resilience and an ownership mentality, this episode is a wake-up call for parents and young adults alike.
Key topics:
- The hidden costs of following the “safe” script
- Shifting from employee mindset to owner/creator mindset
- Why independence is a psychological skill, not just a financial one
- Real strategies to build confidence, resourcefulness, and antifragility
Whether you’re a parent raising future-ready kids or a young person ready to stop waiting for the world to hand you a roadmap, this episode will challenge how you think about success, freedom, and personal responsibility.
SPECIAL REPORT LINK >>>>> https://www.ntnrml.com/specialreport
🎧 Tune in (or watch the full video) and start building your Not Normal advantage today.
Not Normal Academy – Rewiring the way we prepare the next generation.
What does plastic surgery have to do with High Performance? That's simple. One word. Confidence. Surgery isn't for everyone. But for the "right" candidate with sincere motivations it can be a game changer. But to get INCREDIBLE results you need an INCREDIBLE Surgeon. Enter Dr Allen Gabriel. He was named Best Surgeon of 2025 by Newsweek Magazine. He is a driving force at the front of innovation and patient care in plastic surgery at AG Aesthetic Center in Washington. I myself have been skeptical of surgery in the past. Have you? Is it cheating? Is it vanity? Can we believe what we see on social media? But most surprising of all is the story of how Dr Gabriel landed in the US and this industry. Plus he shares the latest non-surgical treatments he's using to help patients feel confident in their own skin. If you or someone you love is considering surgery you’ll want to hear this conversation.
Listen NOW to Dr. Allen Gabriel
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Andrew is the Founder & CEO of Fount. Fount designs the most sophisticated travel health and performance tools in the world, including the first full solution to jet lag.
Previously, Andrew led human performance and biotech strategy efforts for the U.S. military, from running R&D strategy efforts to getting warfighters ready to deploy. This background has made him a trusted adviser to pro sports teams, leading corporations from tech to finance, and world class scientific institutions.
Andrew’s work has been profiled and published by the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Wired, Fortune, Defense News, and others. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University, where he teaches about advanced military technology.
Andrew has been honored as a Mad Scientist by the U.S. Army (twice) and as a Fellow by the Synthetic Biology Leadership Excellence Accelerator Program, the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative, and others.
He received Master’s Degrees in Health Physics, Microbiology & Immunology, and Security Studies from Georgetown University, where he also completed his undergraduate work in the School of Foreign Service.
Andrew has traveled more than 10,000 miles across Russia and Mongolia by train, lived with Kazakh nomads who train eagles to hunt, and enjoyed roasted lamb in the Turkmen desert. He also loves great dark chocolate and has recommendations for you!
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
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Key Takeaways
-CEOs and leaders often become bottlenecks in their organizations by micromanaging tasks instead of empowering their teams.
- It's essential to go beyond surface-level problems to identify the root causes of challenges within a business.
-Leaders should strive to find a balance between micromanaging and abandoning their teams. This "option three" approach involves trusting team members while still providing necessary support and guidance.
-Regular self-check-ins are crucial for leaders to assess their mental and emotional states.
-Connection: Building strong relationships with team members and understanding their motivations can lead to a more engaged and productive workforce.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
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Key Takeaways
-Sandy emphasizes that successful negotiation relies on understanding human nature rather than just business terminology
-Both in negotiations and personal interactions, maintaining a curious mindset is crucial.
-Effective negotiation involves listening more than talking. By allowing the other party to express themselves fully, you can gather valuable information and subtly guide the conversation in your favor.
-Utilizing an "accusation audit" can help clear the air in negotiations.
-Demonstrating empathy and allowing the other party to save face can build trust and strengthen relationships.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
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Key Takeaways
- Having fun in business does not diminish the seriousness or quality of high-end services. Instead, it can enhance the overall experience for both the team and clients.
-The speaker highlights the significance of vulnerability in addressing business challenges. By openly discussing issues, leaders can begin to identify solutions and reclaim control over their organizations.
- The speaker suggests that fun should not be the direct goal but rather a byproduct of aiming at deeper values, mission, and alignment within the team.
-The speaker introduces the VITAL framework as a systematic approach to help business leaders like Devin realign their focus, empower their teams, and create an environment conducive to both productivity and enjoyment in their work.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
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Ashleigh S. Chapman, JD is a human rights lawyer, social entrepreneur, and a believer that each of us are called and uniquely positioned to make an impact on behalf of those in need. Ashleigh has spent 23+ years building solutions, partnerships, and programs to end human trafficking and protect vulnerable populations. She is the founder of:
Altus Solutions™ - a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;
Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;
The Freedom Council™ - an assembly of business leaders dedicated to this cause;
Engage Together® - a collective impact project that strengthens statewide and local community response to end and prevent human trafficking; and
Justice U™ - an online "university" for frontline professionals and concerned citizens
Through these efforts, Ashleigh has consulted with, come alongside, and equipped thousands of advocates and organizations spanning all 50 states and every continent except Antarctica. She has been highlighted by Welum's Women Who Inspire and Authority Magazine's Social Impact Heroes, received Qlik's Global Transformation Award, and was recently named one of USA Today's Women of the Year. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with her B.S. from Tennessee Technological University, and Magna Cum Laude with her Juris Doctorate from Regent University School of Law, where she received the faculty's Most Outstanding Graduate award and was named Alumna of the Year in 2024.
Altus Solutions™ - a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;
Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;
The Freedom Council™ - an assembly of business leaders dedicated to this cause;
Engage Together® - a collective impact project that strengthens statewide and local community response to end and prevent human trafficking; and
Justice U™ - an online "university" for frontline professionals and concerned citizens- a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;
Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Take aways
-The speaker emphasizes the need to balance seriousness in business with the enjoyment of life.
-Katie shares a personal story about a business trip where they allowed themselves to explore the Mall of America and watch Seinfeld reruns, realizing that indulging in fun activities can enhance productivity and creativity.
-The narrative highlights how self-denial of enjoyable experiences can lead to extreme behaviors, such as feeling guilty for taking time for oneself.
-The speaker challenges the notion that being taken seriously in business requires sacrificing fun.
-The speaker invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences and consider whether they are allowing fun in their business and life.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Take aways
-Jason emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of one's circumstances. Recognizing and acknowledging dissatisfaction with life is the first step towards making positive changes
-The conversation highlights the impact of self-talk on personal growth and success.
- Instead of fixating on lofty long-term goals, Jason advocates for focusing on daily key performance indicators (KPIs) and small, consistent actions.
-Jason discusses the importance of empowering team members rather than micromanaging them. By providing guidance and allowing employees to explore their own paths to achieve goals
JASON’S MESSAGE EMPOWERS YOU TO LIVE 100. Jason Yarusi is a charismatic communicator who electrifies every stage he graces. His magnetic presence, coupled with his captivating storytelling prowess, leaves audiences spellbound and hungry for knowledge. With an ability to seamlessly blend his personal experiences with actionable insights, he transforms complex concepts into practical takeaways, equipping his listeners with the tools they need to conquer their own journeys to success. Jason is a Private fund manager of over $300 million dollars in commercial real estate. Since 2017 his company Yarusi Holdings has amassed over 3000 apartment and commercial real estate units. Jason has built and exited multiple companies: construction, restaurants, a brewery and multiple large apartment communities. He is an avid ultra runner and workout enthusiast. Jason is the host of LIVE100 and The Multifamily Live Podcast, runs 7 Figure Multifamily Mastermind and coaches clients on the Live 100 Principles. And most importantly a husband and a father to three amazing kids, a bulldog named Jill and fifteen chickens. Jason brings all of his hands-on experience to you. His personal story and extensive work has made him an inspirational force, captivating audiences as a dynamic motivational speaker. With an innate ability to ignite positive transformations, Jason empowers individuals to conquer challenges and embrace change with unwavering resilience.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-launching new projects or contracts, it's essential to accept that the first iteration will often require custom, non-scalable solutions.
-During the brainstorming process, it's crucial to recognize the people and resources available to you.
-Visionaries often focus on future goals, which can lead to disconnects with present realities. Acknowledging the current state of your business and the need for tailored solutions can help bridge this gap and facilitate progress.
-Building a new part of your business may involve trial and error. By creating an initial prototype or custom solution, you can later optimize and scale it as the processes and systems become clearer.
-Entrepreneurs may limit their creativity by insisting on scalability from the start. It's important to allow for flexibility and experimentation in the early stages of development to unlock potential ideas and solutions.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Eric emphasizes the importance of integrating faith into business practices. He believes that God should be involved in financial decisions and that entrepreneurs should seek divine guidance in their endeavors.
-Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, Eric has focused on serving others, particularly homeowners in the solar industry.
-He stresses the value of being part of a faith-based community, where individuals can support and uplift one another.
- Eric challenges the notion that wealth is inherently evil, clarifying that it is the love of money that can lead to negative consequences.
Eric Goldstein is a man of faith who puts God before everything. With 20 years of entrepreneurial experience building businesses from home, he has spent the last 3.5 years successfully selling solar nationally, all while working virtually. Last year, he ranked as his company's #10 earner out of 7,500 solar consultants. Recently, Eric felt the call from God to speak His word into the marketplace, so he launched a YouTube channel where faith meets finance and business. His channel is dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs through the world of business and finance from a biblical perspective. Happily married to the love of his life, Eric and his wife just welcomed their first baby. They enjoy life on their land in San Diego where they have 11 chickens and 2 dogs running around. Eric brings a professional yet relaxed approach to his work, always striving to align his business success with his faith.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Take aways
- The importance of storytelling in business and personal growth, highlighting how stories can help individuals recognize their own obstacles and opportunities for change.
-The speaker discusses the development of the Story Cycle System, a framework designed to help businesses craft compelling brand stories.
-An AI-driven app is being developed to streamline the process of crafting brand stories, reducing the time required from months to just one hour
-The discussion highlights the challenge entrepreneurs face in balancing ambition with personal values and family life.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
key takeaways
- As businesses grow, leaders often find themselves needing to develop new skills beyond their initial passion for the business
-Organizational culture significantly impacts team performance. Leaders must actively define and nurture their company culture to prevent fractures and disengagement as the team expands
-Leaders should trust their instincts when they sense something is off within their team or organization.
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Seeking feedback from team members about leadership strengths and areas for improvement fosters trust and opens communication.
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Maintaining alignment with co-founders or key team members is crucial. Addressing any tensions or misalignments early on through open dialogue can prevent deeper fractures and ensure that the leadership team remains united in their vision and strategy.
Jenni Catron is a culture strategist, leadership expert, author, and founder of the 4Sight
Group, where she equips leaders to build thriving, healthy organizational cultures. With
over 20 years of leadership experience in business, ministry, and nonprofit sectors,
Jenni’s mission is to help leaders understand that great cultures don’t happen by accident
—they are built intentionally. Jenni’s insights on leadership and culture have inspired
thousands of leaders to align their teams, grow their organizations, and create lasting
impact.
https://jennicatron.com/order/
https://jennicatron.com/culture-matters-summit/
Key Takeaways
-Derek defines ego as a characteristic that can lead to self-preservation at the expense of team and organizational well-being.
-Tactical empathy involves understanding and addressing the emotions and perspectives of others in negotiations.
-Many logical and execution-driven individuals resist concepts like emotional intelligence, viewing them as weaknesses. However, Derek emphasizes that acknowledging emotions is essential for effective leadership and negotiation, as ignoring them can lead to misunderstandings and conflict.
-The "Caviar Mindset" promotes curiosity and acceptance in difficult conversations.
- Derek highlights the power of dynamic silence—intentionally pausing after significant statements or questions
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Many CEOs and entrepreneurs often operate under extremely high stress levels, which can become unsustainable over time.
-Despite efforts to maintain health through exercise and wellness practices, leaders frequently overlook the importance of taking time for themselves.
-Taking intentional breaks and allowing oneself moments of stillness is crucial for mental and physical well-being.
-Leaders should be proactive in recognizing when their energy is low and take breaks before reaching a point of depletion. This involves setting a new "floor" for their energy levels, rather than waiting until they are completely drained.
-Implementing small, manageable changes in daily routines—such as scheduling breaks, creating gaps in the calendar, or taking short walks—can significantly reduce stress and improve overall productivity and happiness.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Jeff emphasizes the importance of defining what "good" means personally and in business. He believes that aligning capital with a clear definition of good can lead to meaningful investments that positively impact society.
-He discusses the concept of stewardship regarding time, talent, and treasure. Jeff encourages individuals to consider how they can use their resources to benefit others, which can transform their perspective from one of drudgery to adventure.
-Jeff shares his journey of personal transformation, particularly after experiencing burnout and health challenges
-Jeff recounts a powerful experience with incarcerated individuals, illustrating the importance of seeing people as human beings rather than labels
Jeff Shafer is the Chief Executive Officer for CommonGood Capital and CommonGood Securities.
CommonGood Securities is a boutique impact investment firm that has invested more than $125 million
in impact and faith-aligned private investments across affordable/workforce housing, mobile home
communities, renewable energy, emerging market private credit, climate smart forestry, returning
citizens, and US private credit. In addition, CommonGood is consulting with the largest faith-based
donor advised fund to help them bring impact investing to their donors.
www.commongoodcap.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyrshafer/https://commongoodcap.com/podcast/
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The speaker recognized that multitasking and cramming too much information into her mind led to a wandering focus, impacting her personal and professional life. She observed that being constantly plugged in made it difficult to be present in conversations and activities.
-By walking without her AirPods, the speaker experienced a heightened awareness of her environment, leading to a greater appreciation of nature and increased connection with her surroundings, including interactions with people she met during her walks.
-The absence of distractions resulted in improved focus during coaching sessions and a deeper connection with her family.
-Katie invites listeners to participate in a "Focus Challenge" by reducing their own consumption of information and distractions for a week.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Effective leadership requires aligning one's capabilities with the demands of the role.
- Making better hiring decisions is crucial for organizational success. Companies often rely on superficial indicators like likability rather than assessing innate talents that predict performance. Understanding these talents can lead to better team dynamics and overall effectiveness.
-Leaders must cultivate self-awareness regarding their strengths and weaknesses.
-A common myth is that anyone can become a great leader through motivation and training. However, not everyone possesses the innate qualities necessary for effective leadership, and organizations should be mindful of this when promoting individuals.
-Successful teams consist of individuals with complementary talents.
BARRY CONCHIE is the founder and president of Conchie Associates. He is an expert in psycho- metric talent assessments, leadership research and development, team building, and succession planning. Barry consults with company boards, CEOs, and leadership teams of leading organizations across the globe. He researches leadership effectiveness and decision-making heuristics from his home outside Boulder, Colorado.
SARAH DALTON is a partner at Conchie Associates. She is uniquely positioned to provide leaders and teams with the tools to evaluate their effectiveness and develop their leadership strengths. Sarah completed her master’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Colorado State University. She is based in Denver, Colorado.
They are the authors of THE FIVE TALENTS THAT REALLY MATTER: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary Performance (Hachette Go; August 27, 2024).
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryconchie/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjdalton/
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- The way you perceive yourself, or your "inner stance," significantly influences all aspects of your life, including your business interactions, personal relationships, and overall performance.
-Many high-performing individuals often use a harsh inner critic to drive themselves.
-Achieving higher levels of success is more about "being" than merely "doing." Embracing a state of being can lead to less stress, greater happiness, and improved performance, often paradoxically allowing individuals to work fewer hours while achieving more.
-Just as one would approach a design project, individuals can intentionally create and shape their identities and capabilities.
-Adopting a creator mindset enhances communication and alignment within teams and partnerships. By shifting the internal narrative and utilizing frameworks for effective communication, individuals can foster better relationships with their teams, partners, and investors, leading to greater opportunities and success.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Effective leadership begins with personal empowerment. Leaders must cultivate self-mastery and embody the traits they wish to see in their teams. An empowered leader can inspire and guide their team towards success.
-Company culture is crucial and can be intentionally shaped. The formula "personable + productive = performance"
-As businesses grow, particularly around the $4-5 million revenue mark, founders must transition from hands-on management to a more strategic oversight role.
-As AI becomes increasingly integral to business operations, leaders must develop an AI ethics mission statement that aligns with their company values.
-High-performing entrepreneurs often face self-sabotage when they resist change or externalize challenges. Recognizing when they are looking outward instead of inward can help leaders address underlying issues and foster personal and organizational growth.
Kari Schneider is a leadership, culture and self-mastery expert with over 20 years of experience helping high-performance athletes and business leaders reach their peak potential. Combining lessons from elite sports with proven business strategies, Kari empowers CEOs and founders to master themselves and lead their teams to success. In today’s fast-evolving AI landscape, Kari also leads the conversation on integrating ethical AI practices into leadership, ensuring that technology enhances human connection and integrity. Through her consulting, podcasting and Empowered Team mastermind, she is dedicated to help achievers overcome burnout and find their next level with alignment and clarity.
Kari Schneider Linkedin
1.7K+ followers
the_mpwrd Instagram
5.4K+ followers
The Empowered Facebook
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The Empowered Team Youtube
79,435+ views
The Empowered Team Website
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The way you perceive yourself significantly influences your actions and outcomes.
-Your beliefs shape your thoughts, which in turn create feelings that drive your actions. Understanding this chain can help you identify areas where you may need to change your beliefs to achieve desired outcomes.
-It's crucial to recognize that you are not your thoughts. By separating your identity from your mind, you can take control of your thinking patterns and make conscious decisions about how you want to feel and act.
-The concept of "ruling" your mind involves guiding your thoughts with awareness and agency
-Paying attention to how you speak to yourself can reveal your true beliefs about your identity.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Gillian Perkins is the CEO of Startup Society, YouTuber, and the host of the Work Less, Earn More podcast. She teaches people how to start and build profitable online businesses that allow them to earn passive income and live a flexible lifestyle.
On the personal side of things, Gillian is a Christian mom who homeschools her five kids. She and her family live on a 15-acre property in Oregon. In her free time, Gillian enjoys cooking, gardening, and watercolor painting.
Website: https://www.gillianperkins.com
Startup Society: https://www.startupsociety.com
Work Less, Earn More Podcast: https://www.gillianperkins.com/podcast/
The $100K Method Podcast: https://www.gillianperkins.com/the-100k-method
Key Takeaways
-The digital marketing and info product landscape has significantly changed, especially since 2020. Entrepreneurs must adapt to new trends and understand that what worked in the past may not be effective today.
-Successful entrepreneurs thrive on solving problems.
-Consistency is crucial for success, especially on platforms like YouTube. Gillian shares her experience of committing to a regular posting schedule, which helped her build confidence and grow her audience significantly.
-As the market becomes saturated with information, there is a growing demand for practical tools and resources that help customers implement strategies effectively.
-Knowing your audience is essential. Gillian highlights the need to understand the specific needs and preferences of your target market, as this will guide your product offerings and marketing strategies, ensuring they resonate with potential customers.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The discussion emphasizes the stark contrast between empowered teams, which are motivated, collaborative, and high-performing, and dysfunctional teams, which often suffer from miscommunication, stress, and lack of trust.
-Understanding what motivates each team member is crucial. Tailoring incentives to individual preferences—such as offering experiences or flexible schedules—can significantly enhance engagement and performance.
-Establishing clear goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for each team member is essential.
-In an empowered team, mistakes are addressed promptly without guilt or shame. Open communication about errors and conflicts fosters a culture of learning and improvement, which is vital for team growth.
-Acknowledging achievements and progress, even if goals are not fully met, is important for maintaining morale.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
5 Key Take aways
- Effective leadership is essential for growing a significant business.
-The "Vital" framework introduced by Katie Richardson emphasizes the need for a clear vision, alignment with personal values, and empowering teams. This framework helps leaders communicate effectively and create a cohesive team dynamic.
-Living with integrity and being truthful in all aspects of life—whether in business or personal relationships—is crucial
-It's vital to differentiate between agreements and assumptions in partnerships. Clear communication and renegotiation when necessary can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.
-Leaders must confront their own shortcomings and take responsibility for their contributions to any issues.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- It’s crucial for leaders to recognize their role in creating and perpetuating issues rather than assuming that simply firing employees will resolve the problems.
-Common signs of a dysfunctional team include lack of communication, gossip, unspoken assumptions, favoritism, and employee disengagement. - Transforming a dysfunctional team into an empowered one. This involves changing leadership approaches from control and manipulation to fostering an environment where team members feel motivated and valued.
-Achieving alignment among leadership and team members is essential for creating a united front.
-Leaders are encouraged to implement specific frameworks and strategies, such as the "Vital Framework," to facilitate positive changes within their teams.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Kenny Eck was raised on his family’s 2,000-acre farm located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, where he channeled his strong work ethic into redemptive endeavors. As a first-generation college student, he achieved an impressive feat by earning three degrees in just five years. At a young age of seven, he started his first business, purchasing, raising, and selling livestock.
Fast forward 23 years later, and Kenny has successfully owned and operated eight companies across various sectors, including personal training, real estate, and managing Feathered Acres, a 250-acre farm, raising over 750,000 broiler chickens annually. Currently, Kenny dedicates his efforts as the Founder and CEO of Patient Sortal, a healthcare organization focused on ensuring continuity of care for individuals reintegrating into the community after incarceration.
Patient Sortal
5 Key takeaways
-facing challenges head-on and maintaining a diligent attitude are essential traits for success in entrepreneurship.
-Proper onboarding and the role of middle management in fostering a productive work environment. He advocates for open communication and empowering employees to take ownership of their roles, which contributes to overall organizational success.
-Regular reflection and feedback loops are crucial for improving operations and ensuring that the organization meets its goals effectively.
-Successful reintegration into society requires more than just healthcare—it involves supporting the whole person.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
5 Key Takeaways
-Entrepreneurs often focus on external conflicts, such as issues with co-founders or team members, but significant friction may stem from internal factors.
- Facing fears can lead to personal growth and increased resilience. This principle can be applied to business challenges, where confronting difficult issues can yield positive outcomes.
-By becoming aware of what you are avoiding or not saying, you can take control of your conversations and decisions.
-The episode encourages entrepreneurs to seek help if they are struggling with partnership conflicts or team dynamics. Engaging with a coach or mentor can provide valuable insights and frameworks for navigating complex relationships in business.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
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5 Key takeaways
-Darius emphasizes the importance of making decisive choices, especially during pivotal moments in life.
-Philosophy of stoicism helps to manage emotions and approach investing with patience.
-Identifying and honing in on personal strengths can lead to greater success.
-Building a successful newsletter and online presence requires consistent effort.
-Darius stresses the value of patience and the long game in both investing and career development.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Many entrepreneurs face challenges with co-founders, especially as the business grows.
- It's crucial for both partners to articulate their individual goals and desires for the business
- By looking towards a shared vision or goal on the horizon, partners can identify points of intersection in their objectives.
-Partners should envision themselves as a united front, working together towards their shared goals
-Acknowledge the emotional resistance that may arise during this process, such as resentment or frustration. The next steps involve working through these feelings to achieve rapid resolution and strengthen the partnership.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Katie emphasizes the importance of separating personal identity from business success.
-The discussion highlights the significance of confronting challenges and opposition.
-how infusing core values into every aspect of her business created a relatable and human brand. This approach not only attracted customers but also fostered a strong team culture aligned with their mission.
-The conversation touches on the complexities of business partnerships, especially when conflicts arise. Katie stresses the importance of having difficult conversations and addressing issues promptly to maintain trust and alignment within the team.
-Katie attributes her success to her faith and the power of intention.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- It is essential to move away from the "normal" entrepreneurial experience, which is often characterized by friction, overwhelm, and a lack of resources.
-The concept of an "operating system" is central to the discussion. Just as a phone requires a functioning operating system to operate efficiently, entrepreneurs need to develop a vital operating system that minimizes chaos and enhances productivity in their business and life.
-The speaker focuses on teaching underlying principles rather than surface-level tactics.
-The process of transitioning from a default operating system to a vital operating system can be uncomfortable and challenging.
-It is very important to show leadership in entrepreneurship. Encourage entrepreneurs to embrace their role as leaders, equipping them with the tools and mindset needed to lead powerfully and build impactful businesses while maintaining integrity and strong relationships.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Katie emphasizes the importance of recognizing and owning one's unique talents and gifts, even if they are not acknowledged by traditional systems like education.
-Many entrepreneurs initially perceive their challenges as external obstacles.
-Fun is portrayed as a crucial element in business success. Katie argues that incorporating fun into the business process not only enhances creativity and passion but also attracts talent and customers, creating a more fulfilling work environment.
- Katie discusses the need for entrepreneurs to develop a new operating system that allows for continual growth and alignment with their values.
-Operating with integrity and aligning personal values with business practices is essential for long-term success.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
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Is very Important to building a significant business without sacrificing personal life and integrity. Katie believes that a successful entrepreneur should not only focus on business growth but also maintain strong relationships with family and personal well-being.
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Many entrepreneurs operate under a hustle mentality, often working excessively long hours, which can lead to burnout and personal dissatisfaction
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Katie discusses the realization that to achieve a dynamic and fulfilling life, one must evolve into a "not normal" entrepreneur—someone who can excel in business while also nurturing personal relationships and spiritual health.
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Through her coaching experience, Katie illustrates the importance of problem-solving and strategic thinking in entrepreneurship.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
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Jim Steele, President, Global Strategic Customers & Partners
Jim has over 40 years as an accomplished business leader with a strong track record of success in building and leading global sales teams.
Jim served as Salesforce’s President of Worldwide Sales and Chief Customer Officer for over 12 years, from 2002 through 2014 where he led the growth of the company from $22 million to more than $5 billion in revenue. Jim rejoined Salesforce in 2020 as President of Global Strategic Sales with his primary focus to bring the full power of Salesforce to its largest and most strategic customers. Most recently, Jim has also assumed responsibility for Salesforce's Alliances & Channels organization, the Emerging Business operating unit, and Private Equity practice.
Previously Jim served as Chief Revenue Officer and President of Yext, President and Chief Revenue Officer of InsideSales.com and President of Worldwide Sales at Ariba.
Jim started his career at IBM where he spent over 22 years in executive leadership and senior sales roles including VP and GM of Sales in Asia, based in Tokyo.
Jim holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Bucknell University. He lives with his wife Amy and children on a ranch near Park City, Utah.
Key Takeaways
- Effective leadership involves actively listening to team members and customers. Jim emphasizes the principle of "Listen, Validate, Inspire"
- Successful leaders, like Marc Benioff, embrace proactive change rather than waiting for crises to force change.
- Building strong relationships and knowing team members' names can significantly impact workplace culture and morale.
- Jim emphasizes the importance of having a "beginner's mind," which involves staying open to new ideas and continuously learning throughout one’s career.
- A positive and open mindset is crucial for leadership success. Leaders should focus on being engaged, confident, and passionate about their work, as this enthusiasm can inspire their teams and create a more dynamic and motivated workplace.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Navigating conflict in business partnerships is challenging because of the emotional investment in both the partnership and the business.
-It's crucial to listen actively and formulate a map of understanding regarding your partner's perspective.
-After understanding each other's viewpoints, partners should identify common ground and work towards a united action plan.
-Regular check-ins after reaching an agreement are important to ensure that both parties are on track and to address any potential challenges that may arise during the execution of the action plan.
-The speaker emphasizes the value of coaching and having a structured operating system to improve business operations and personal well-being.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Katie emphasizes the importance of aligning one's business with personal values and life goals
-Katie shares her struggles with imposter syndrome when transitioning to an executive coaching role.
-Katie introduces her "VITAL" framework, which stands for Vision, Inspired Path, Team, Align, and Lead. This framework helps individuals and teams operate more effectively and achieve their goals while maintaining balance in their lives.
-The conversation touches on the need to redefine success beyond traditional metrics like hustle and grind.
-Effective leadership involves empowering team members to achieve their personal and professional goals.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Before entering a conflict conversation, it's essential for entrepreneurs to check in with themselves and approach the discussion from a neutral place
-Emphasizing the importance of seeking to understand the other person's perspective first, as highlighted by Stephen Covey's principle of "seek first to understand before seeking to be understood."
-Clearly stating the intention behind the conversation is crucial. By framing the discussion and articulating the reason for it upfront, both parties can feel more secure and open, reducing defensiveness.
-Listening from a place of curiosity and asking open-ended questions can significantly improve the quality of the conversation.
-By applying these principles, individuals can transform a conflict situation into a collaborative effort, leading to agreements that both parties are invested in.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
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Jessica Chen is an Emmy-Award winner, top virtual keynote speaker, and CEO of Soulcast Media, a global business communication training agency. Prior to starting Soulcast Media, Jessica was a broadcast TV journalist. She is also a top LinkedIn Learning Instructor where her communication courses have been watched by over 2 million learners and featured in Forbes, Fortune, and Entrepreneur. She lives in Los Angeles.
Smart, Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right ReasonsAuthor Site: soulcastmedia.com Social: LinkedIn (62k); Instagram (3.9k) Media: TV news reel
Key Takeaways
- Effective communication is crucial for getting noticed in the workplace. It's not just about having great ideas but also about how you present and communicate those ideas to others.
-Taking control of your personal brand is essential. If you don’t actively shape how others perceive you, they will create their own narrative, which may not align with your goals.
-A mindset shift is necessary for effective communication.
-uilding visibility on LinkedIn can start with low-stakes engagement, such as commenting on posts from influencers in your field. This can help you establish a presence and attract attention without the pressure of creating extensive content immediately.
-Learning to say no is a vital skill for advocating for yourself. The TEF approach (Tone, Explain, Follow-up with options) can help you decline requests while maintaining positive relationships and demonstrating your collaborative spirit.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
key Takeaways
-the most valuable asset in a business is the entrepreneur themselves. Recognizing one's unique gifts and abilities is crucial for business growth and success.
-Believing in oneself and internalizing the idea that you are the key driver of your business is essential.
- The speaker shares a personal story about securing a business space by building a relationship with the property owner.
-Relying on external validation or waiting for others to solve problems can disempower entrepreneurs.
- Entrepreneurs need to take action and be inspired by their journey.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takeaways
-Business owners often become the bottleneck in their own companies by trying to do everything themselves. Recognizing this tendency is crucial for growth and delegation.
- For meaningful work, it’s important to align your actions with your intentions.
- Entrepreneurs should reflect on their own complicity in workplace issues.
- To create a meaningful business, individuals should explore their personal history and identify past experiences that can inform their current work.
- Katie Richardson's "VITAL" framework emphasizes the importance of vision, inspiration, team dynamics, alignment, and leadership in building a successful business. Understanding and implementing these components can lead to a more cohesive and effective organization.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takeaways
-While tactics are important for success, the speaker highlights that the true opportunity lies in "who you are being" rather than just "what you are doing."
-Self-reflection and awareness of one's identity and presence, suggesting that understanding and embracing one's true self can lead to greater opportunities and success.
-Success is not solely about the tactics employed but rather about who you are being.
-A strong sense of self can attract others, as demonstrated by the speaker’s personal experience at a trade show.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
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Other countries have social safety nets. The U.S. has women. Holding It Together shows us the cause and the consequences. America runs on women—women who are tasked with holding societytogether at the seams and fixing it when things fall apart. In this tour de force, acclaimed Sociologist Jessica Calarco lays bare the devastating consequences of our status quo in richly detailed and empathetic prose. HOLDING IT TOGETHER: How Women Became America’s Safety Net chronicles the devastating consequences of our DIY society and traces its root causes by drawing together historical, media, and policy analyses and five years of Calarco’s original research. With surveys of 4,000 parents and more than 400 hours of interviews across the socioeconomic, racial, and political spectrum, Calarco illustrates how women have been forced to bear the brunt of our broken system and why no one seems to care.
Despite their effort, women constantly feel guilty for not doing more, and Calarco poignantly shows us how the US weaponizes that guilt and gaslights women into believing that they don’t deserve help. Yet women's labor is the reason we've been getting by without a comprehensive public safety net, while maintaining the illusion that we don't need one.Weaving together eye-opening research and a revelatory sociological narrative, HOLDING IT TOGETHER is a bold call to demand the institutional change that each of us deserves, and a warning about the perils of living without it.
Jessica Calarco is Associate Professor of sociology at the University of Wisconsin. An expert
on families, schools, and inequalities, and a mom of two, she is the author of multiple award-
winning books and has written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post,
and Inside Higher Ed, as well as appeared on CNN, CNBC, NPR, and the BBC to discuss her
research.
Key Takeaways
-The discussion highlights how U.S. social policies are designed in ways that can trap women, particularly low-income women and women of color, in motherhood and exploitation, making it difficult for them to achieve economic independence.
-The importance of collective action among women is emphasized. By coming together and sharing experiences, women can support each other and work towards demanding better social policies and structures that facilitate care and economic opportunities.
-While acknowledging the systemic challenges women face, the conversation encourages a shift away from viewing women solely as victims.
- Research indicates that women in the U.S. experience higher levels of guilt compared to those in countries with stronger social safety nets.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
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Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takwaways
-language is a fundamental tool for creation, stating that "language is the oxygen of creation." The words we use shape our lives, relationships, and businesses.
-It's important to become hyper-aware of the words we use and how they affect our feelings and actions.
-To achieve powerful results, one should focus on using empowering and positive language.
-The goal is not to create unrealistic narratives but to understand how to communicate truthfully and powerfully. The focus is on becoming aware of language and its effects rather than fabricating positive stories.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takeaways
-The prototyping phase is crucial for turning an idea into a tangible product. Entrepreneurs should explore their ideas on paper first, sketching and refining them before moving to manufacturing.
-The journey of building a business often involves failures and setbacks.
- Developing relationships with manufacturers, partners, and mentors is vital. Understanding the manufacturing process and being involved in it can lead to better quality products and cost savings.
-Entrepreneurs need a clear vision and an inspired path that aligns with their values.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takeaways
-Individuals should not see themselves as victims of their circumstances. Recognizing and changing victim language can empower individuals to take control of their lives and decisions.
-The importance of being aware of the language we use is highlighted. Words have power, and the way we speak to ourselves can significantly impact our mindset and actions.
-The message encourages taking personal responsibility for one’s situation. Instead of blaming external factors or others, individuals should acknowledge their choices and take charge of their paths.
- By changing negative narratives and beliefs, individuals can transform their reality.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
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Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Liz is the author of New York Times bestseller Multipliers and Wall Street Journal bestsellers Rookie Smarts and Impact Players. She is a researcher and executive advisor, who teaches leadership to executives around the world, and the CEO of The Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Liz is a former executive at Oracle Corporation, where she worked as the Vice President of Oracle University and as the Global Leader for Human Resource Development. She is a frequent guest lecturer at Brigham Young University and Stanford University. Liz has received the top achievement award for leadership from Thinkers50 and has consistently been named one of the world’s top 50 management thinkers.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizwiseman/
https://thewisemangroup.com/books/multipliers/
Key Takeaways
-Many leaders unintentionally diminish their team's potential by being overly supportive or directive
-Multipliers shift from telling and directing to asking insightful questions that encourage team members to think critically and engage actively.
-Effective leaders understand the importance of presenting challenges that are appropriately sized for their team members
- Leaders should identify and leverage the unique strengths and talents of their team members, referred to as "native genius."
-Wiseman encourages leaders to be self-aware of their diminishing tendencies and to openly discuss these with their teams. This transparency allows team members to hold leaders accountable and helps create a culture of mutual support and growth.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Key Takeaways
- A business's growth is directly tied to the personal growth of the individual running it. Expanding one's identity and capabilities is essential for business success.
-Understanding and addressing one's perceived identity and the limiting beliefs that accompany it is crucial. - Illustrating how self-doubt and fear can impact performance. A shift in mindset allows to embrace ones true self, leading to greater success.
- Engaging with a community of like-minded individuals can provide support and encouragement throughout the journey of gaining clarity and growing a business.
-The importance of self-reflection is emphasized. Writing down thoughts and feelings can help identify lies and open the door to truth, leading to clarity.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Mo Bunnell helps complex organizations grow by scaling business development skills across their organizations and creating a
growth-oriented culture. He’s the author of The Snowball System, the host of the video podcast Real Relationships Real Revenue and
the founder of Bunnell Idea Group (BIG), who has trained over tens of thousands of seller-experts at over 400 clients, all over the
world.
BIG’s clients have used Mo and his team’s GrowBIG® training to give their experts a system for growth that creates ravings fans,
gives a comprehensive business development framework and is, dare we say, is fun to use.
Mo started out his career as an expert himself, passing all the actuarial exams to earn their highest designation: Fellow of the Society
of Actuaries. Today, Mo gets most excited working with BIG’s clients that usually fall into two camps: professional service firms like
King & Spalding and Sotheby’s and service-based companies like Aetna, Constellation Energy and TransUnion.
Mo lives in Atlanta with his wife of nearly 30 years, his two daughters (when they’re home from college) and their miniature donkey,
Louie Hamilton.
Key Takeaways
-Success in business requires not only technical skills but also strong relational skills.
-The concept of "the shift" emphasizes the need for individuals to transition from focusing solely on technical expertise to also mastering communication and relationship-building skills.
-There is a distinction between "doing the work" (execution) and "winning the work" (relationship building and securing opportunities). Effective communication varies between these two contexts.
-There are four steps for success:
1 Focus on engagement
2 Provide an experience of working with you
3 Make clear recommendations for next steps
4 Scale efforts based on expected long-term benefits
-A shift in mindset from fear of failure to a focus on helping others can drive motivation and success.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-Achieving clarity in life and business requires intentional effort and cannot be taken for granted.
- individuals must take charge of their own journeys and decisions in business.
- Building a business involves risks and challenges, and it requires courage, faith, and confidence to navigate these obstacles effectively.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Sam is a man molded by door-to-door sales. Never having had a “real job,” he has spent his career selling anything and everything under the sun—from painting address curbs and magazine subscriptions to home security systems and solar panels. Having sold over 400 personal alarm accounts, finishing #1 at Vivint in 2014, and former VP of Solcius, he felt called to create something greater. It's his purpose to unify, uplevel, and bring honor and integrity to the door-to-door industry. Sam has consulted with hundreds of companies, built multiple seven-figure businesses, and created the most effective sales training program, D2D-U, which has helped thousands of sales reps transform into regular six and seven-figure earners. He is the author of “ABC$ of Closing” and “The Self-Xperience.” Sam’s influence has rippled throughout the industry, and he has personally mentored hundreds of CEOs through his private mastermind, The Circle. His major strengths are Sales, Leadership, and Recruiting, helping disrupt companies fast.
Instagram: @thesamtaggart
Instagram: @d2dexperts
Key Takeaways
-Recurring issues in business may indicate that the business owner should examine their own role in these challenges.
-In sales and coaching, prioritizing listening over talking is vital. Understanding the unique concerns and needs of clients allows for more effective solutions and builds stronger relationships.
-Successful entrepreneurs excel at identifying core problems faced by their clients and providing solutions that meet those needs
-Building a business from the inside out—focusing on internal values, team alignment, and personal growth
-The journey of entrepreneurship requires resilience and the willingness to face the unknown.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Chris is a former Lead FBI Negotiator and dynamic speaker who debunks the biggest myths of negotiation. Chris engages all groups with captivating stories, insights, and useful tips for business and everyday life. Chris has lectured on negotiation at business schools across the country and has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and Fox News. Chris has also been featured in Forbes, Time, Fast Company, and Inc. Chris’s Keynotes are based on his book Never Split The Difference©.
Website: www.blackswanltd.com
Preferred Social Media and Websites: Instagram
Youtube
Twitter
Facebook
The Edge Newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Chris emphasizes that taking handwritten notes during negotiations enhances focus and creativity, allowing for better retention of information.
- A critical principle discussed is the distinction between understanding someone's perspective and agreeing with them.
- The significance of the word "no" in negotiations, explaining that it can be a powerful tool for establishing boundaries and understanding what is truly important to the other party.
- Maintaining a positive mindset is essential for successful negotiations. Chris shares that daily practices, such as positive self-talk and leading with observations rather than denial, can help shift one's perspective and improve negotiation outcomes.
-Negotiation skills require ongoing practice and attention to remain sharp. He likens negotiation to a "human performance event,"
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The journey to clarity is intentional and requires effort. It is essential to stand in truth and align with one's beliefs to overcome delusions and achieve significant goals.
-Your believed identity directly influences your reality. To change your circumstances, you must first change your beliefs about yourself and your potential.
-Developing a strong identity and a clear vision for what you want to achieve is crucial.
-Individuals are responsible for creating both positive and negative aspects of their lives. Acknowledging this power allows for the possibility of change and the pursuit of dreams.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Entrepreneurs need to level up their operating systems by stepping out of outdated beliefs and practices that may be holding them back
- A significant focus is placed on empowering team members by understanding their unique motivations and perspectives.
-Building trust and open communication within the team is essential. business owners should adopt a curious mindset, akin to that of a child, to foster honesty and transparency, which can lead to stronger connections and better collaboration.
-Developing a trust in one's intuition and recognizing the lessons learned from setbacks can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Recognize the ability to make choices and decisions in your lives, despite external influences or doubts.
- The importance of being open and honest in self-reflection is stressed.
- Recognize where you may be avoiding decisions and to start making choices. Taking action is presented as a crucial step in transforming one’s life and overcoming confusion.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The journey to success often involves numerous failures and setbacks. Entrepreneurs should embrace these experiences as opportunities for learning and growth
- A compellng narrative is crucial when presenting a business to potential buyers or investors
-Entrepreneurs should focus on developing a strong story that highlights their unique value proposition and future potential, as this can significantly impact the perceived worth of their business.
- Surrounding oneself with mentors and learning from the experiences of others—through reading biographies, attending uplifting events, and engaging with successful individuals
-Entrepreneurs should prepare for liquidity events (exits) well in advance. This includes understanding the fundamentals of their business, being transparent, and having all necessary information organized to avoid scrambling at the last minute.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- The Importance of being genuine and authentic rather than "faking it till you make it." Pretending to be someone you're not can lead to confusion and failure.
-Achieving clarity in various aspects of life—business, family, faith, and fitness—requires confronting and challenging the lies we tell ourselves.
-Identify and acknowledge the places in their lives where they may be faking it. This self-awareness is crucial for personal growth and achieving true belief in oneself.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Take aways
- The Vital Framework is composed of five essential pieces: Vision, Instruction, Team and Leadership. These pieces are crucial for aligning a team around a long-term vision and effectively executing that vision.
-A significant part of the framework involves empowering the team to take responsibility
-Entrepreneurs must be aware of thoughts and feelings that can be counterproductive. - Applying the principles learned and taking appropriate action is crucial to achieve desired results.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Take aways
-The focus shouldn't solely be on business metrics like revenue, fame, and attention.
- The role of faith and perseverance even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges is key to become better.
-The importance of taking actionable steps, such as downloading homework, answering questions honestly, and getting ideas out of one's head and onto paper, is highlighted.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Dan founded Nth Degree CPAs in Seattle in 2008 with the objective of building a successful practice by helping small business owners cultivate good accounting and tax practices to achieve their financial goals.
A Northwest native, Dan grew up in Renton and attended Seattle University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with emphases in both Accounting and E-Commerce Information Systems.
Upon graduation, Dan was selected out of a pool of nominees from the nation’s top 50 accounting programs for an exclusive fellowship with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). As a member of the GASB team, he was responsible for managing all technical inquiries and assisted what has become Statement No. 53, “Accounting and Financial Reporting for Derivative Instruments.” (For those who don’t speak CPA, accountants consider setting a national standard to be a big deal).
Since then, Dan has worked in finance and accounting roles at Clark Nuber, UPS, WaMu, as well as Deloitte and Touche’s Audit and Enterprise Risk Services practices where he was primarily responsible for auditing both the financial statements and IT internal controls around the Treasury cycle at Microsoft.
Outside of work, Dan is actively involved the Seattle University community including previously serving as the President of the Alumni Board of Governors. He bikes and runs frequently and has completed three Half-Ironman triathlon races (one to see if he could do it, and two to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society). Dan is an avid fan of both the Seahawks and Seattle University Basketball (he’d be an avid fan of the Sonics too if they were still in town…).
Dan enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters.
Key Takeaways
-The importance of unlearning traditional business and financial methods taught in business schools
- Chieving financial certainty involves defining specific, actionable goals and allocating resources effectively
- Five different financial wealth types—hustler, gambler, optimizer, saver, and outsourcer. Understanding which type you belong to can help tailor financial strategies and optimize personal and business finances.
- The speaker introduces the concept of "four wealth killers" from their book, which include common misconceptions like believing that more money is the solution to every problem.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-The journey to creating clarity is intentional and requires effort. It involves exposing lies, telling the truth, and aligning oneself with that truth to move forward effectively in business and personal endeavors.
-Transitioning and leveling up one's personal identity is crucial for growth.
- Believing in your unique magic and potential is foundational. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's unique qualities and strengths, which helps others to see and believe in them as well.
-When you stand firm in your identity and purpose, it can have a profound impact on others.
-Building a successful business and life requires ongoing personal development.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- A significant portion of business success hinges on the ability to communicate effectively.
- Creating alignment within your team, with your partners, and with your clients leads to a more efficient and harmonious way of operating
- Personal growth, including understanding one's own true desires and motivations, is crucial for success
- Understanding and tapping into the internal desires of yourself, your team, and your clients can lead to greater motivation and alignment.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key takeaways of this episode
-Past failures and painful experiences are not fixed and can be reframed as essential elements of success.
- Telling the truth about one’s experiences and beliefs is crucial.
- A holistic approach to life, which includes balancing business success with personal fulfillment, family relationships, faith, fitness, and health, is vital.
- Engaging in reflective practices, such as the provided homework, helps to sift through mental clutter and reframe past experiences.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
- Katie discusses how seemingly unrelated life experiences and skills can converge to create a unique and powerful perspective. This convergence is often what makes experts in their fields stand out.
- Katie emphasizes the importance of balancing various aspects of life, such as health, relationships, spirituality, and emotions, with the demands of hustle culture
- highlights the necessity of updating one's "operating system" or mindset to achieve new levels of success.
- the importance of taking time to reflect on deep, core questions about who you are and what you want to achieve. Understanding your identity brings clarity and helps in making informed decisions.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways from this episode.
• Clarity must be actively pursued; it doesn't happen by itself. Standing in alignment with the truth is crucial for achieving this clarity and moving away from delusion.
• True growth and expansion often come with discomfort and pain.
• Focusing on the discomfort can amplify feelings of self-doubt and fear.
• Recognizing and confronting the lies you tell yourself is essential for achieving clarity.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Co- founder of Profit First Professionals.Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from
the basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and Coaching
Firms throughout the globe! Ron is an expert in sales processes/systems, hiring,scaling, and operations.Ron is also known as “Obie Ron” throughout out
Profit First Professionals for his business acumen. Ron is an avid sports memorabilia collector and car enthusiast. He is married with a daughter living in New Jersey, USA.
Company URL: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/
Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/profitfirstpros?lang=en
Facebook URL: https://twitter.com/profitfirstpros?lang=en
LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-saharyan-3846a8
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key Takeaways
-A core principle discussed is the belief that everyone is inherently creative
- "I am a creator," and actively looking for evidence in daily life that supports this identity.
-The transcript concludes with the notion that one's identity can either serve or hinder personal and professional growth
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Sam Taggart is the CEO of D2D Experts and Founder of D2DCON, Sam is a man molded by door-to-door sales. Never having had a “real job,” he has spent his career selling anything and everything under the sun—from painting address curbs and magazine subscriptions to home security systems and solar panels. Having sold over 400 personal alarm accounts, finishing #1 at Vivint in 2014, and former VP of Solcius, he felt called to create something greater. It's his purpose to unify, uplevel, and bring honor and integrity to the door-to-door industry. Sam has consulted with hundreds of companies, built multiple seven-figure businesses, and created the most effective sales training program, D2D-U, which has helped thousands of sales reps transform into regular six and seven-figure earners. He is the author of “ABC$ of Closing” and “The Self-Xperience.” Sam’s influence has rippled throughout the industry, and he has personally mentored hundreds of CEOs through his private mastermind, The Circle. His major strengths are Sales, Leadership, and Recruiting, helping disrupt companies fast.
Instagram: @thesamtaggart
Instagram: @d2dexperts
Key Takeaways
- Emotional resilience is crucial, especially when facing the challenges of door-to-door sales or entrepreneurship.
- The discussion touches on underlying principles that drive success, such as clarity of vision, the importance of breaking the ice in interactions, and the need to establish a strong foundation before achieving significant breakthroughs.
-Achievement alone is not sufficient; finding purpose and meaning in one's actions is essential.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
-Emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing obstacles that block progress in business and personal life.
-Pain and discomfort are signals that something needs attention. Ignoring these signals can lead to burnout and hinder long-term success.
-Having the right systems and frameworks in place is crucial for overcoming obstacles and sustaining growth.
-Focusing on long-term success rather than short-term gains is essential. Pausing to reflect on what's causing drag or frustration can lead to more sustainable growth and fulfillment in both business and personal life.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Hacks & Hobbies is not just any ordinary podcast. It began as a way for its host, Junaid Ahmed, to document his journey into beekeeping and other hobbies, sharing his experiences from the start to his eventual success.
Junaid’s interest in beekeeping started when his son’s allergist suggested using local honey as a way to combat seasonal allergies. In 2017, he finally signed up for a beekeeping class and took the plunge into this exciting new venture. At the same time, Junaid was also reading Gary Vaynerchuk’s “Crush It! & Crushing It!” books, which inspired him to get back into podcasting.
In season one, Junaid focused on documenting his journey around beekeeping, sharing his successes, failures, and everything in between. But he didn’t stop there. In seasons two and three, he started reaching out to likeminded entrepreneurs, speakers, writers, authors, actors, and producers, learning about their journey and sharing their insights on Hacks & Hobbies.
As an educator, Junaid is passionate about focusing on education and learning how things work. Each episode of Hacks & Hobbies is designed to educate and inspire listeners, whether they’re looking to turn their hobby into a career or simply seeking inspiration and motivation.
https://www.hacksandhobbies.com/
https://www.instagram.com/hacksandhobbies/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/hacksandhobbies/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlHilcn4upLg3Zjnr2_TiQ
Key Takeaways from this episode
- Alignment and Control: When you’re in alignment with your desires, you feel in control and motivated. Recognizing and pursuing what truly resonates with you can be a powerful driving force.
- The Power of Truth: Telling the truth to yourself is essential for clarity and integrity. It’s about being honest with your desires, intentions, and fears, even if it means challenging the status quo or facing difficult decisions.
- Getting Out of Your Head: Ideas and fears can cloud your judgment when they’re just swirling around in your mind. Putting pen to paper can provide clarity by externalizing thoughts and allowing you to see things from a new perspective.
- Overcoming Fear in Negotiations: Fear can inhibit your ability to negotiate effectively. Recognizing and addressing fears, such as the fear of losing a deal, is crucial for showing up powerfully and making informed decisions.
- Seeking Alignment in Business Decisions: Business decisions should align with your personal values and goals.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: h
Dana Frost is a body, mind, and spirit alchemist who educates and coaches women toward optimal health to enjoy vibrant lives with the people they love and fulfill their mission in life. She hosts a weekly podcast, Vitally You®, with conversations that provide inspiration and insights for feeling younger while growing older.
Dana has been in the wellness industry since 2007. Dana has a lifelong commitment to continuing education, including certifications as a Master Life Coach, Aromatherapist, HeartMath® Facilitator, Myers Briggs Facilitator, Light Therapist, and Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner. Dana’s rich life experiences, including navigating the challenges and joys as a mom for thirty years to five children, thirty-three years of marriage, and living abroad for ten years, empower her coaching practice.
https://danafrost.com/
https://vitally-you.simplecast.com/
https://www.instagram.com/danafrost/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-frost-?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
Key Takeaways
- Stress is presented not as a purely negative force but as a catalyst for growth.
- Viewing stressful situations as adventures that lead to valuable outcomes, thereby transforming the perception of stress into an opportunity for development.
-Stress is presented not as a purely negative force but as a catalyst for growth.
-Katie suggests viewing stressful situations as adventures that lead to valuable outcomes, thereby transforming the perception of stress into an opportunity for development.
-Writing, particularly journaling, is highlighted as a method to get embodied and process thoughts more effectively.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Dr. Aziz is a clinical psychologist and one of the world's leading experts on social confidence. After being stuck in shyness and social anxiety himself for almost 10 years, he became determined to find a way to social freedom. Through thousands of hours of his own training, counseling, reading, group work, and coaching, he has truly mastered what it takes to break free from shyness and social anxiety into a life of confidence.
In 2011, Dr. Aziz started The Center For Social Confidence, which is dedicated to helping everyone break through their shyness and social anxiety. Through his unique blend of compassion, humor, and personal courage, Dr. Aziz has helped thousands of people all over the world increase their confidence. Through confidence coaching, audio and video programs, podcasts, a detailed blog, and intensive weekend workshops, Dr. Aziz lives out his mission: To help every person who is stuck in shyness liberate themselves to pursue the relationship, career, and life they have always dreamed of.
https://www.socialconfidencecenter.com/
https://www.socialconfidencecenter.com/podcasts/shrink-for-the-shy-guy
https://www.socialconfidencecenter.com/minicourse
https://www.socialconfidencecenter.com/confidenceuniversity
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The discussion points out that striving for authenticity is not trivial or selfish; rather, it is a crucial aspect of every area of life.
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Writing down thoughts, rules, and expectations can be a powerful process. It allows individuals to literally see their internal rules and beliefs, providing a different perspective that can lead to significant personal transformation.
-The concept of role suffocation is introduced, where societal and personal expectations can confine individuals.
- The dialogue encourages continuous self-assessment and liberation
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
- The language we use can significantly impact our mindset and actions. By shifting from definitive negative statements like "I don't know" to more proactive ones like "I'm committed to figuring that out," we can keep our brain engaged and foster creativity and problem-solving.
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We Need to adapt to changing landscapes, such as shifting retail dynamics, and develop new strategies and channels to stay ahead.
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Empowering oneself with the core principles and fundamentals of business and life can lead to greater autonomy and creativity.
-By using the right frameworks and systems, entrepreneurs can stretch their abilities, discover hidden talents, and become the person they aspire to be.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Key takeaways from this episode
- Entrepreneurs often face burnout, but by learning how to "switch tanks," they can regain momentum and reignite their passion for their business.
- Katie discusses the concept of a new operating system for decision-making and prioritizing tasks
- Passion and drive are crucial for maintaining momentum in business. By reigniting these, entrepreneurs can overcome internal resistance and cognitive dissonance.
-An entrepreneur's renewed energy and focus can positively affect team members and business partners.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Markus Kaulius is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of multiple 8 and 9 figure businesses. Over his 25-plus year career, he grew his supplement company from startup to $170 Million and helped clients worldwide lose over 3 million pounds. He has impacted the lives of over 10 million people. As a thought leader in the industry, he advises multiple 8 & 9-figure companies on their growth strategy and has been featured in major media such as PBS, Fox News, Apple TV and CNN. Markus's name is now in the Guinness Record Book as he recently spoke at a conference on financial literacy which broke the attendance record.
With an online following of over 300K, Markus shares daily insights with his community spanning business strategy, mindset, health, and faith. Through his new venture, playabiggergame.com, Markus is bringing together the world's greatest minds and sharing lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey to help other high achievers break free from imbalance and feelings of discontent so they can find fulfillment beyond career success.
www.playabiggergame.com
@markuskaulius on Instagram
@markus.kaulius on Facebook
Key Takeaways from this episode.
- Encouraging others is a big part of the group's activities.
- Perspective shifts play a crucial role in personal and professional transformation.
- Success is not just about business tactics but a transformation of identity.
- Internal change is key to external success.
- Building momentum and trust with oneself is foundational.
- Developing new habits and refining old ones are necessary for showing up as the best version of oneself.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
- Growth often appears as failure initially. Entrepreneurs may feel like they are making incremental progress, but there's potential for much faster growth.
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Many entrepreneurs experience incremental growth but aim for rapid, parabolic growth. The key is identifying and overcoming hidden obstacles to unlock this potential.
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Business growth is tied to personal growth and development. If an entrepreneur struggles, it indicates a need for personal development to increase their capacity.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Rob Nelson is a serial entrepreneur with a track record of building and exiting successful B2B software companies. Rob has a passion for technology, design, competition and creating value for others. He is adept at navigating different industries, having launched ventures in logistics and business intelligence (Logica and Grow.com).
Rob is currently focused on investing, advising startups, golf, time with family and personal pursuits after successfully exiting Grow.com in early 2022. He enjoys an active lifestyle in Puerto Rico with his wife and five children, while maintaining a connection to Utah for summer getaways.
- Don't quit: Persistence and resilience are essential qualities for entrepreneurs to navigate challenges and reach success.
- Acknowledge that the journey to success involves challenges
- Leadership and setting expectations: Establishing clear standards and expectations not only for your team but also for their families can contribute to a strong organizational culture.
- The power of small wins: Recognize the importance of celebrating progress and small victories to motivate and engage employees.
- Proactively manage mental health: Acknowledge the importance of prioritizing mental well-being in the entrepreneurial journey for long-term success.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
For the last 20 years, Todd has leveraged his filmmaker experience and story-telling expertise to inspire thought leaders, rock stars, authors, and athletes to think beyond the brand shot list and to vision the arc of the story they wish to create for their brands; Ultimately to consider what inspired action they want their clients, customers, readers and fans to take. After years chasing his dream, mastering the craft, emotionally investing and hard charging all around Los Angeles, Todd has come back to Agoura Hills where he made it the official home for Inspiro Studio.
www.inspirostudio.com
@inspirostudio
• Unlocking untapped potential is crucial in navigating through chaotic times and achieving personal growth.
• Authentic storytelling and vulnerability can create meaningful connections
• Learning from failures and struggles leads to personal growth.
• Personal stories have the power to inspire and connect with a broader audience.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Markus Kaulius is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of multiple 8 and 9 figure businesses. Over his 25-plus year career, he grew his supplement company from startup to $170 Million and helped clients worldwide lose over 3 million pounds. He has impacted the lives of over 10 million people. As a thought leader in the industry, he advises multiple 8 & 9-figure companies on their growth strategy and has been featured in major media such as PBS, Fox News, Apple TV and CNN. Markus's name is now in the Guinness Record Book as he recently spoke at a conference on financial literacy which broke the attendance record.
With an online following of over 300K, Markus shares daily insights with his community spanning business strategy, mindset, health, and faith. Through his new venture, playabiggergame.com, Markus is bringing together the world's greatest minds and sharing lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey to help other high achievers break free from imbalance and feelings of discontent so they can find fulfillment beyond career success.
www.playabiggergame.com
@markuskaulius on Instagram
@markus.kaulius on Facebook
Key Takeaways from this episode.
• challenge oneself and push beyond past successes.
• Balancing business success with family life.
• Underscoring the significance of communication in relationships.
• Implementing new habits, and consistently working towards goals to achieve success.
• Encourage us to challenge assumptions and embrace new ways of thinking.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode, Katie explores the importance of asking empowering questions to lead teams effectively. Drawing from a conversation with a CEO client, the host illustrates how shifting from directive statements to engaging questions can transform team dynamics and productivity.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Shift in Questioning Approach: Katie emphasizes the need to move away from directive statements that do not empower teams and instead advocate for asking questions that inspire creativity and problem-solving among team members.
- Illustrative Story: Through a client's experience, Katie highlights the challenges faced by leaders when their teams lack initiative and ownership. The client's journey demonstrates how altering the approach to communication can lead to significant improvements in team performance.
- Implementation of Empowering Questions: By replacing directives like "hold each other accountable" with questions like "If I were to get this done right the first time, what would that look like?", Katie illustrates how such questions engage team members' critical thinking and responsibility, ultimately fostering a culture of ownership and efficiency.
By embracing this shift in questioning approach, leaders can empower their teams to excel, fostering a culture of accountability and productivity while achieving organizational goals.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
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In this conversation, Katie speaks with Greg McKeown, renowned author of "Essentialism" and "Effortless". Greg, a maverick in various aspects of life, has forged his own path in personal and professional realms. His approach to life and business is unconventional yet remarkably effective, reflected in his visionary actions and decisions. Throughout our discussion, Greg shares insights into the arduous process of writing a book, offering valuable guidance and solutions, which have profoundly impacted my perspective. We delve into his personal experiences, successes, and failures, exploring better strategies and questioning norms in pursuit of extraordinary outcomes.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Greg shares amazing principles from his books "Essentialism" and "Effortless"
- He has carved his own path in life, business, and family, embodying a maverick spirit in his approach.
- The conversation delves into the challenges of writing a book, with Greg providing valuable insights and solutions that have reshaped perspectives and approaches.
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About Greg McKeown:
Greg McKeown has dedicated his professional life to uncovering counterintuitive ways to be very successful–without burning out. In this pursuit he has written two New York Times bestsellers, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less”, which has sold over one million copies and been voted by Goodreads as “The #1 Leadership and Success Book to Read in a Lifetime” and “Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most”. Together they have been published in 37 languages. McKeown did his Masters of Business Administration at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, his Global Leadership and Public Policy certificate at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government and is currently doing doctoral research at the University of Cambridge.
Connect with Greg:
www.gregmckeown.com
https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/
https://gregmckeown.com/books/effortless/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
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In this podcast episode, Katie Richardson shares her journey from studying product design to founding her successful company, Puj. Reflecting on the toll her business took on her personal life, she prioritized balance and alignment, ultimately leading to the decision to sell the company and transition into coaching. Katie emphasizes the importance of personal growth and alignment, guiding others to achieve fulfillment in both their professional and personal lives.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Building a company with enterprise value by trademarking the brand, patenting products, and establishing distribution channels.
- The unexpected decision to sell the company and pivot towards educational initiatives
- Katie's transition into executive coaching, where she helps clients align their business goals with their personal values and relationships.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode, Roberto Inderbitzen, an industrial designer, explores intentional product design, stressing the importance of creating meaningful user experiences. He emphasizes the need to understand the intersection between objects and people to craft impactful designs and discusses his creative process, highlighting the importance of asking critical questions.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Roberto Inderbitzen emphasizes intentional product design, stressing the importance of creating meaningful user experiences and understanding the intersection between objects and people.
- He advocates for designing with purpose by addressing genuine user needs, maintaining integrity in business relationships, and infusing emotion into design for deeper user resonance.
- Shares insights into his journey as a business owner and podcast host, promoting curiosity-driven problem-solving.
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About Roberto Inderbitzin:
Roberto Inderbitzin is Peak Performance Designer | Creative ReFramer | Podcast Host | co-author. His mission is to rid the world of horrible and wasteful products by creating positive experiences through the objects he designs for people. He is the founder of Reframe.design, a design consultancy in Zurich, Switzerland. And hosts Conversations with Roberto, a podcast dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and founders create iconic brands, experiences, and products. With genuine curiosity and reframing the view, he tackles the essential challenges.
Connect with Roberto:
Design studio REFRAME Design https://www.reframe.design/
Podcast Conversations with Roberto https://www.conversations.design/
Podcast INTRO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh3Xav6hvP8
Youtube Chanel https://www.youtube.com/@reframelab
Youtube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@reframelab/podcasts
Twitter https://twitter.com/therobmex
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/inderbitzin/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roberto_inderbitzin/
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Katie provides a training for Krista Mashore’s private group about overcoming fear, a common challenge for entrepreneurs. Katie shares a simple yet powerful method to flip fear on its head and use it as rocket fuel for success. She emphasizes the importance of being present and honest with oneself, as well as defining fear to make it actionable. By asking two key questions, "Who am I?" and "What do I want?" individuals can orient themselves, making decisions and declarations that propel them forward despite fear. Katie illustrates her points with personal stories and encourages listeners to embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Fear is a projected belief, not a fact. Reshaping thoughts empowers action.
- Asking "Who am I?" and "What do I want?" provides clarity amid fear, guiding decisive choices.
- Embracing discomfort and making declarations based on identity and desires lead to growth and fulfillment, overcoming fear's limitations.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Katie discusses the challenges CEOs face when incentivizing teams and offers three key principles. Firstly, it addresses the issue of CEOs projecting personal perspectives onto team members and advocates for aligning incentives with individual responsibilities. The second principle emphasizes embracing leadership responsibilities and encouraging open communication through regular check-ins and reviews. Lastly, the third principle advises tapping into existing desires of team members, and connecting company needs with individual interests for effective motivation. Overall, the podcast provides practical insights for avoiding common pitfalls in team incentivization and fostering a more motivated workforce.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Align Incentives with Responsibilities
- Recognize and address the tendency to project personal perspectives onto team members.
- Align incentives with individual responsibilities to avoid frustration and enhance team performance.
- Embrace Leadership Responsibilities
- Overcome the reluctance to be perceived as a "bad guy" by taking up the responsibility of leadership.
- Foster open communication and set clear expectations through regular check-ins and reviews.
- Connect Company Needs with Existing Desires
- Identify and leverage the existing desires of team members rather than trying to create motivation externally.
- Establish a connection between company needs and individual desires, offering specific rewards tied to employees' interests.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode, Katie Richardson shares six soft skills crucial for preparing your company for a future exit. Drawing from her own experience of learning business through trial and error, she emphasizes the importance of intangible value, being in control of negotiations, and the readiness to walk away. Katie stresses the importance of developing these soft skills early on, even before you're actively seeking an exit, to empower yourself in negotiations and ensure the best outcome for your company.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Know Your Intangible Value
- Always Be Talking with Interested Parties
- Find Who Would Value You the Most
- Understand That You Are in the Driver's Seat
- Get Creative
- Be Willing to Walk Away
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode, Katie Richardson discusses how to prepare for the future exit of a company, focusing on hard skills in this first part of a two-part series. The six hard skills highlighted include building a brand with a clear mission and values, creating intellectual property through patents and trademarks, establishing global distribution channels, generating consistent traffic and demand, making the CEO replaceable by implementing effective systems, and knowing the tangible value of the company through a basic evaluation process. Katie emphasizes the importance of understanding the company's financial standing and exploring ways to increase its value, sharing practical insights and a back-of-the-napkin sketch for evaluating potential offers.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Build a strong brand
- Create intellectual property
- Establish global distribution channels
- Generate consistent traffic
- Make the CEO replaceable
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode, entrepreneur and seasoned CEO Craig Cook shares his transformative journey from the digital industry to the practice of Chinese energy medicine, particularly Qi Gong. Craig discusses his health crisis, diagnosed with diabetes at 46, and his holistic approach to regain control naturally. The conversation unfolds into an exploration of Qi Gong, emphasizing its integration of mind, body, and breath to cultivate energy within and outside the practitioner. Craig introduces practical techniques, such as the "pulling down the heavens" exercise, to help individuals purge negative emotions and stresses the importance of a balanced and grounded approach to well-being. The episode delves into the intersection of spiritual experiences, energy practices, and personal development, offering tangible insights for entrepreneurs seeking enhanced focus, stress relief, and overall well-being.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Holistic Health Transformation: Craig shares his journey of overcoming diabetes through a holistic approach, incorporating sleep, nutrition, martial arts, and Qi Gong.
- Qi Gong Practices: The episode explores the principles of Qi Gong, detailing its impact on health, perceptual awareness, and the energetic anatomy.
- Practical Techniques for Entrepreneurs: Craig introduces the "pulling down the heavens" exercise.
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About Craig Cooke:
CRAIG COOKE is a successful entrepreneur who had the foresight to start a “digital first” company utilizing the Internet long before “digital first,” “digital transformation,” and other buzzwords of today were created. With extremely limited resources of $1,300 and an Apple computer, he started RhythmNet.com with a couple friends from college. Over the years of struggle, adaptation, and repositioning the brand, “Rhythm“ was sold to a world-class digital creative agency in 2019. Craig stayed with the company for just over 3 years, completing a 26-year marathon of running the company as CEO. During his tenure at Rhythm®, Craig worked with middle market to large enterprise companies.
Connect with Craig:
Website: https://csquaredpro.io/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcooke/
Book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4RBkHAM
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this podcast episode of "What's Working Now," host Katie Richardson welcomes her son, Walker Richardson, a 19-year-old with a diverse range of experiences. Walker shares insights into his journey from college to becoming a video professional, narrating how his passion for video storytelling developed and how he turned it into a successful venture. The episode covers his approach to client communication, lessons learned from his video projects, and his plans for the future. Walker also discusses his unique education path, reading habits, and physical fitness routine, providing a glimpse into the “not-normal” lifestyle of a family deeply rooted in entrepreneurship.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Transition to Video Profession: Walker shifted from studying computer science to excelling in video production, collaborating with clients like YouTuber Jerry Norton.
- Client Communication and Learning: Walker emphasizes effective communication, adapting his creative vision, creating storyboards, and managing business emails in his video projects.
- Unique Education and Daily Habits: Walker follows an unconventional education path, participating in his Dad’s "Not Normal" program.
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About Walker Richardson:
A dynamic video professional and entrepreneur, recognized for his exceptional storytelling skills and creative vision. Specializing in video production, he has collaborated with diverse clients, including notable figures like YouTuber Jerry Norton. Walker's commitment to effective client communication, adaptability, and a keen eye for visual storytelling sets him apart in the industry. As a forward-thinking individual, Walker continues to build a reputation for delivering high-quality and compelling video content, making waves in the ever-evolving landscape of digital media.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this compelling podcast episode, Katie opens up about her struggle with imposter syndrome and the transformative moment when a friend's insight prompts her to rediscover her authenticity. She reflects on the power of being genuine and true to oneself, realizing that authenticity surpasses the pursuit of perfection, especially in the era of curated social media images. The episode further explores the vital role of values in decision-making, as Katie shares instances of forgoing lucrative opportunities that contradicted her principles. Key takeaways include the transformative power of authenticity, the crucial role of values in decision-making, the resilience needed in overcoming challenges, and the significance of fostering meaningful relationships for personal and business success.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Authenticity Triumphs Over Perfection: Katie's personal journey underscores the podcast's central theme – embracing authenticity as a powerful tool against self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the pressure for perfection.
- Values as Decision-Making Compass: The importance of aligning decisions with personal values is highlighted, with Katie sharing anecdotes of turning away from lucrative opportunities that didn't resonate with her principles.
- Resilience and Relationships as Success Pillars: The podcast emphasizes the role of resilience in facing challenges, embracing failure, and bouncing back stronger. Additionally, building genuine relationships is presented as a cornerstone for success, emphasizing respect, communication, and meaningful connections in both personal and professional spheres.
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About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
In this episode of "What's Working Now" hosted by Katie Richardson, the special guest is her 17-year-old son, Truman Richardson. The conversation covers various aspects of Truman's life, including being a senior in homeschooling, living in Puerto Rico, surfing, and working on a graphic design project for a software startup.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Graphic Design Project: Truman, a 17-year-old, shares his experience working on a graphic design project for a software startup, overcoming challenges and learning valuable skills in client communication and design.
- Real Estate Endeavors: Truman discusses his involvement in a real estate mastermind at 16, emphasizing the lessons learned in communication, resilience, and building a network, despite not closing a deal yet.
- Life in Puerto Rico: Truman provides insights into his diverse daily activities in Puerto Rico, including golfing, surfing, and spearfishing, along with the strong sense of community among locals and transplants from the states.
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About Truman Richardson:
A 17-year-old residing in Puerto Rico, is a dynamic and accomplished individual. Described by his mother as smart, talented, creative, ambitious, and driven, Truman's life involves unconventional experiences like golfing, surfing, and spearfishing. His venture into graphic design for a software startup showcases his adaptability and determination in learning client communication and design processes. Additionally, Truman's involvement in a real estate mastermind at 16 reflects his commitment to growth. This brief insight into Truman's life reveals a teenager with a mature outlook and diverse interests, promising a unique and fulfilling journey ahead.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Are you ready to dive into the world of books like never before? In today's episode,Katie welcomes Nick Hutchison, the mastermind behind an agency dedicated to helping authors thrive. But that's not all - Nick's journey is peppered with insights from his own voracious reading habits, having devoured over 500 books! But here's the kicker: Have you ever struggled to sit down and absorb a book? You're not alone. Katie opened up about her own challenges with reading and how Nick's strategies transformed her approach.
If you're ready to unlock the secrets to not just reading, but applying the wisdom within, this episode is a must-listen!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
Set SMART goals for reading
- Separate reading and note-taking
- Overcoming writing resistance
- Impactful books
- Morning routine and advice on patience
About Nick Hutchison:
Nick Hutchison is the visionary force behind BookThinkers, a thriving 7-figure marketing agency bridging authors and readers. In just over 7 years, he has cultivated a platform reaching over 1,000,000 people monthly and hosts the top 2% global podcast, "BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books," featuring interviews with renowned authors like Grant Cardone and Lewis Howes. Nick's platform and services have empowered countless authors to reach millions of readers, driving substantial revenue growth. His services encompass video production, podcast booking, and social media brand building. With a mission to inspire readers to take action, Nick authored "Rise of the Reader," delving into mastering reading habits and applying newfound knowledge to unlock potential.
To connect with Nick Hutchison:
Buy the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/c9dE0ln
Learn more about Nick: www.nickhutch.com
Learn more about BookThinkers: www.bookthinkers.com
Personalized Book recommendation: DM Nick at www.instagram.com/bookthinkers
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
News Letter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter
Welcome back to the show! Join Katie as she interviews a special guest– her son, Sterling Richardson. At just 15 years old, Sterling embodies more than just good looks and intelligence; he's also impressively strong. Growing up amidst the founding of his family's business, Puj, Sterling found his stride in Puerto Rico, indulging in surfing and regular gym sessions. But what truly sets him apart is his early discovery of the importance of fitness and nutrition.
Tune in as Sterling shares his journey and insights into developing such strong willpower from a young age.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
· Health Journey
· Fitness Commitment
· Resilience amidst Challenges
· Youthful Adventurous Spirit
· Balancing Education and Aspirations
About Sterling Richardson:
Sterling Richardson is not your average 15-year-old. Raised amidst the entrepreneurial hustle of his parents, Sterling's journey began alongside the birth of their company, Pudge. With a natural charm and intellect, Sterling's interests extend beyond business to include a passion for surfing and hitting the gym regularly. However, it was a pivotal moment in sixth or seventh grade that sparked his dedication to health and fitness. Inspired by his older brothers and motivated by a desire to both lose weight and gain muscle, Sterling embarked on a journey of self-discipline and determination. This journey, coupled with a childhood sugar challenge that fortified his willpower, laid the foundation for his unwavering commitment to a healthy lifestyle.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Ray L. Wilbur once said that "the potential possibilities of any child are the most intriguing and stimulating in all creation.” Today, Katie invites her daughter, Liberty, to talk about being homeschooled in Puerto Rico and share with us her favorite activities.
This episode is more than just a mother-daughter conversation. It is an insight into how leadership is developed in kids even in play or in doing their favorite activities.
Join us in this fun episode and learn a lesson or two from a little child and her adventures.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Horses, horseback riding, and leading the horse lessons in leadership and leading people
- Getting along with the brothers
- Liberty and her adventures
- Living in Puerto Rico
- Homeschool
Want to design your ideal 2024? Go ahead and head on to https://now.katierichardson.com/goal.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
How do you navigate a world where you make high-risk decisions and still be in alignment with yourself and with your team? How do you reach success when failure is inevitable?
Today, Katie shares with us her experience as a guest of Dr. Adam Sewell. Adam is the host of Medical Entrepreneur, where he teaches medical professionals how to break free of the traditional healthcare system. Katie shares valuable tips, mind-blowing concepts, and new perspectives for medical professionals and people like you and me who want to break free of our limiting beliefs.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- You are being limited by false beliefs
- The Chinese farmer: success is based on perception
- What do I not want to feel right now? What am I believing right now?
- What do you really, really want? Why does that matter to you?
- I do not have time not to do it: the idea of shifting on your belief
- In a state of happy alignment
Want to design your ideal 2024? Go ahead and head on to https://now.katierichardson.com/goal.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Today's episode is a little different from what Katie used to do. But just a little bit. While knowing business systems, learning how to build your own Compass Sketch, and determining
your North Star are essential elements for yours and your business' success, today's guest, Nate Zeleznick, will share something that will help you unlock your highest potential!
Nate brings us to his journey from experiencing bullying in his childhood, to out-of-body experiences in his teens, to his martial arts training, to the crazy traffic of Jakarta, and then to the blind person in Ogden, Utah. Immerse yourself in Nate's fascinating journey to finding his purpose. And then, learn how to do the breathwork that will help you unlock all those dormant abilities to help you achieve your success.
Hop in!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- The ancient breathwork technique
- Lung capacity: the number one determinant in longevity
- Email apnea
- Merpati Putih demonstration
- The Integrated Ascension Method
- Everything is vibration, information, and frequency
About Nate Zeleznick:
Nate Zeleznick is pioneering the Integrated Ascension Method and White Dove Method, masterfully blending ancient Javanese energy techniques with modern science. With over two decades of global teaching experience, he empowers individuals to unlock their latent abilities, merging breathwork, energy management, and holistic therapies for peak physical and mental performance.
Connect with Nate:
Website with free gift: https://iampure.energy
FB personal https://www.facebook.com/nate.zeleznick
FB IAM Page https://www.facebook.com/integratedascension
IG personal https://www.instagram.com/natezeleznick
IG IAM page https://www.instagram.com/integrated_ascension_method
Tik Tok IAM @integratedascension
Linkedin personal https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-zeleznick
LinkedIn IAM https://www.linkedin.com/company/integratedascensionmethod
Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@integratedascensionmethod
IAM Page Blog https://iampure.energy/blog/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Welcome to another episode of What's Working Now? Today, Katie shares with us an interview that she did with the fantastic Alison J. Prince. This is the first time that Katie has publicly talked about the systems she was using as a young entrepreneur, which she has been sharing with her VIP clients.
Tune in to get a front-row seat of this very insightful episode.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Creating a woman who is capable of navigating seemingly incompatible worlds
- Setting goals that align with your north star and are within your reach
- Creating a plan so you can have something to tweak
- A minimally viable product
- Developing the brand first
- Perfect blueprint for success
- "Your luck increases when you show up."
Want to design your ideal 2024? Go ahead and head on to https://now.katierichardson.com/goal.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Katie was recently invited to Taylor Welch's Arena to share how to navigate faith, family, and business. It was magical.
So, in today's episode of What's Working Now?, Katie is sharing that powerful discussion with all of us. Tune in to learn how to design your ideal 2024.
Curious? Hop in.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Defining the word "design"
- Katie shares her story and how it brought her her compass sketch
- Learning a lesson in your business pains
- Understanding the interplay of all the elements in your life
- Aligning the incompatible elements
- What is the compass sketch and how will it help you succeed?
Want to design your idea 2024? Go ahead and head on to https://now.katierichardson.com/goal.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Have you ever heard of the term Fractional Chief Marketing Officer? What do they do, and how can they help your business?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks to Anne Laffin, Founder of Fin Marketing Management, in a conversation about market research processes and marketing strategies utilizing different channels. Anne's career and life experiences as a fractional CMO are filled with very valuable lessons for entrepreneurs, especially those who are just in the early stages of setting up their businesses.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- No-fail processes for Market research
- Marketing channels and strategies for consistency.
- Planning and Purpose: a hyper-efficient way to communicate with your clients
- The resurgence of blogs as a catalyst for driving organic search.
- About fractional CMO and when it is ideal for companies.
- Overcoming internal resistance
About Anne Laffin:
Anne Laffin is an innovative marketer, problem solver, strategist, and content creator that helps entrepreneurs and founders grow and amplify the inspiring work they bring to the world. Her ‘in the trenches’ mentality comes from a 20-year career working with a variety of companies, large and small, in the market research, financial services, and animal health industries. She found her true passion in successfully creating, running, and growing the marketing department of a Series A funded fintech company. She loved the startup vibe so much that she decided to start Fin Marketing, her consulting firm for early-stage startups. She received a B.A. in Communication from Villanova University and received an M.S. in Interactive Media from Quinnipiac University.
Connect with Anne Laffin:
Website: https://www.finmarketingm.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alaffin
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Welcome to What's Working Now? This episode is the 4th in a 4-part series on leveraging three unexpected but powerful steps in hitting your goal in 2024. If you have not listened to the first three episodes, go back and listen to those episodes.
In the last episode, Katie talked about a compass sketch, a powerful and effective tool to help you and your business succeed. Today, Katie shares with all of us the elements of a compass sketch and where you can find it and use it to win this year.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Understanding your business values
- Defining your vehicle clearly
- Creating a powerful message
- What is your business' ideal avatar?
- Creating a vision you and your team can rally around
- Defining your North Star
If you'd like to apply to Katie's Compass Sketch program, click here: https://brich.typeform.com/to/hZgFEo63
GET YOUR FREE Goal Setting Guide!
https://now.katierichardson.com/goal
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
At this point, you have more than one target, and they're all over the place. Is it possible to hit most, if not all of them?
Join us in this third of the 4-part New Year special of What's Working Now, as Katie talks about a way to bring seemingly incompatible targets to create solutions to hit your goals faster. Learn about her life experiences that provide a model to illustrate the principles in this lesson. Katie also gives away a free PDF to help you set your goals!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- "You are the hero of the story, not the business."
- Standing in the middle with a bunch of targets all over the place.
- A story to illustrate the principles of application.
- A moment of hate, anger, rage, and a conversation with God.
- Aligning the variables towards one focus.
- An internal compass sketch that is principles-based.
- Step 3: You need one purpose to align all your targets in one direction.
If you'd like to apply to Katie's Compass Sketch program, click here: https://brich.typeform.com/to/hZgFEo63
GET YOUR FREE Goal-Setting Guide!
https://now.katierichardson.com/goal
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
So you have a new plan, and you have learned the lesson from the first episode of this four-part series. What's next?
Join us in this second of the 4-part new year special of What's Working Now? as Katie continues the conversation about the time when she realized what Step #2 is, and how she discovered that untapped resource that doesn’t require more time, energy, or money.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- An incomplete goal and a plan that wasn’t working.
- Realizing what Step 2 is and a conversation with God
- An untapped resource
- Building your business from the inside out.
- Step 2: You have more than one target
If you'd like to apply to Katie's Compass Sketch program, click here: https://brich.typeform.com/to/hZgFEo63
GET YOUR FREE Goal Setting Guide!
https://now.katierichardson.com/goal
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
It's a new year! But you are anxious about facing another year because you feel like you have failed the last year. You had a target, and you just did not hit it. Hop in and join Katie on Part 1 of a 4-part series that will show you how to hit your goals for 2024!
Tune in to learn Katie's tried and tested, unexpected but powerful steps to hitting your goals.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Getting to know Katie: How did she get started?
- Feeling disappointed and terrified after achieving success
- Failing even when succeeding
- Step 1: Needing a new plan
Free Goal Setting Guide: https://now.katierichardson.com/goal
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
We have seen in previous episodes what it was like to work with Katie. If you think that stimulates your interest and makes you curious to learn more, imagine seeing how the magic begins!
Peek behind the scenes on what it's like to meet Katie on the phone as a potential client for the first time. This entrepreneur is in the dropshipping space and reached out to Katie because she needed clarity on the direction she wanted to go. Katie gives her valuable insights and actionable steps that you can take, too. Enjoy!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Defining character, values, goals, and direction.
- The power of agency and the importance of choosing
- Identifying and choosing your North Star
- Building a business aligned with personal values
- Creating identity, brand, and community.
- Analyzing business trends to increase money coming in.
If you'd like to apply to Katie's Compass Sketch program, click here: https://brich.typeform.com/to/hZgFEo63
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
There are true principles that when understood can be applied to business at any level and that will help us and our business evolve and advance to grow and expand. But the journey to unveiling these principles is arduous and painful. Join Katie today as she shares the mic with Adrian Knight. Adrian is the founder and CEO of Spectacular Group. Though a very successful entrepreneur now, Adrian has had 12 failed startups in his belt. Yes, he went through 12 failures until he found the secret to his success.
Today on What's Working Now?, let's all discover how Adrian made it through those dark periods and what keeps him going despite and in spite of his moments of doubt. He shares his story in this vulnerable conversation because he wants you to know that just because you're struggling at one stage of your business, it doesn't mean you won't be good at another stage.
Tune in and be inspired by Adrian's story.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Creating time and space for yourself
- Work-life balance
- 12 failed startups
- Working on a conscious evolution to survive personal fears
About Adrian Knight:
Adrian Knight - Empowering Business Owners Towards a Dream Exit
Connect with Adrian:
Website: https://www.dreamexits.co.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianjohnknight/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Whenever we make a decision, there is that part of us that dreads making the wrong one and that part makes us procrastinate making that decision now. A very simple shift in perspective can go a long way to get us moving forward if we’re stuck in that moment.
Join us in this mind expanding episode of What's Working Now? as Katie talks with Courtney Elmer, the founder of The EffortLESS Life, about how to get unstuck in that paralysis from decision making. Courtney also talks about how she realized the value in leveraging podcasts for thought leadership and some very valuable insight on how to connect with your person and with your audience.
If you’re thinking about going into podcasting, or is currently struggling with your own, then this episode is something you do not want to miss!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Responsibility to create meaningful change.
- Leveraging podcasts for thought leadership
- Defining who and what gets sacrificed by not making a choice.
- Distinction between decision and deciding now
- Between KPIs and connecting with your person first
- Distinction of benefits versus actual problems
About Courtney Elmer:
As the Founder of The EffortLESS Life®, globally-ranked host of the AntiFragile Entrepreneurship™ podcast, and creator of PodLaunch™, Courtney Elmer is a sought-after consultant, host, and speaker who empowers online entrepreneurs to embrace antifragility and use their voice to catalyze positive change in the world.
Drawing on her background in psychology and personal experience as a cancer survivor, Courtney teaches online business leaders how to build self-sustaining businesses that can thrive in a rapidly changing digital environment, expand their thought leadership through podcasting, and grow through what they go through to create the greater income, influence, and impact they deserve.
She lives in New Orleans with her husband Alan and their son AJ, a surprise miracle baby following her cancer treatments.
Connect with Courtney:
Website: www.theeffortlesslife.co
Antifragile Entrepreneurship Podcast: https://www.antifragileentrepreneurship.co/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thecourtneyelmer
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/courtneyelmer
Free Workshop: www.antifragileentrepreneurship.co/workshop
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Imagine the power of a successful business where your people are very eager to go to work and contribute some more to your success. How do you even start to plan for something like that?
Join us in this very inspiring episode of What's Working Now? as Katie sits with Jerry McNamara in a discussion about creating a compelling company and finding balance in your life as an entrepreneur. Discover the impact of choice in our mental health, business growth strategies, principles of personal performance, investing in your self, and chasing your potential.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- We don’t have to make the mistakes to learn
- The impact of personal choice on mental and physical health
- Leadership and business growth strategies
- 9 Principles of Personal Performance
- 3 Key Pieces for a successful and compelling business
- The proper way of scaling up and adding people
About Jerry Macnamara:
Multi-time CEO Helping other CEOs accelerate & have fun again | Franchise 500 (2x), Inc500 (2x) & Biz Journal Fast 50 (3x) + Trend Best Places to Work | Ultimate CEO | Proving Good Guys Finish 1st since 1974
Connect with Jerry:
Website: https://provenchaos.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrymacnamara/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
The US government is the single largest purchaser of goods and services in the world. Though government contracts are usually associated with defense purposes, there are a lot more opportunities, especially for small businesses, to supply what the government needs.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie interviews Richard Howard, a leading expert on US federal government contracts, as they discuss how Richard’s company helps small businesses tap into these opportunities from the federal government.
Tune in and learn more! This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Richard’s military career to government procurement.
- Why you should consider going after government contracts
- On small business definition and the NAICS code
- Starting points for getting a government contract
- A $200 million contract with a small team
- Podcast and email marketing.
About Richard Howard:
Richard Howard, Lt Col (Ret) is a leading authority on US federal government contracts. As a career military acquisitions officer, he oversaw $82B+ in DoD contracts and has advised & trained over 400 companies as a consultant.
Connect with Richard:
Website: https://www.dodcontract.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickychoward/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dodcontractacademy
CRM Designed for Selling to the US Government: https://www.govclose.com/
DOD Contract Academy on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dod-contract-academy/id1566870206
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Welcome to another episode of What's Working Now! Join Katie today as she shares the mic with Tom Healy. Tom is a coach, speaker, and entrepreneur who is passionate about helping people become extraordinary. On this episode, he shares with us his journey, both personal and business, and shares with us the lessons he has learned along the way.
Are you starting a business and trying to figure out how to do it? Or are you an entrepreneur who is struggling to balance everything? Listen in as Tom drops nuggets of wisdom on how to maximize your time and energy and eliminate waste.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- On having a refined system
- Knowing what you can and cannot control
- Surrounding yourself with other people that can give you leverage
- Taking time to ask yourself, “what gives me energy?”
- Figuring out what you love and what you hate
- On being the perfect solution for a very specific person
About Tom Healy:
Tom Healy is passionate about helping organizations drive higher performance from their key people. As a teenager, Tom started his first business and his entrepreneurial spirit only grew. Over his professional career, Tom has founded three successful companies, published five books, developed online education used on over 100 college campuses, delivered over 1,000 presentations and helped hundreds of organizations execute faster.
Connect with Tom:
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetomhealy/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023): https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
As entrepreneurs, we dedicate a huge amount of effort and commitment to running our business, yet we forget the biggest asset we have: our health and fitness. What if you can run your body like a business?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks with Julian Hayes of Executive Health about how it is possible to do just that and create a lifestyle and nutrition specific to your body’s needs. Discover how epigenetics can unlock possibilities for longevity, as well as making a positive impact for your overall health from a cellular level in order to manage stress and go through life’s daily complications with ease.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- What is Epigenetics and how does it relate to entrepreneurs?
- Non-negotiable things for CEOs to have
- Benefits of cardio and strength training
- Executive presence, strength training, and mental clarity
- The impact of exercise on managing stress and navigating complexities.
- What’s working now in your business?
About Julian Hayes:
Julian Hayes II is an author, hybrid athlete, and the founder of Executive Health. He's also the host of Executive Health and Life. Lastly, he's had 300+ articles published in Inc., Entrepreneur, Chief Executive, & many more.
Connect with Julian:f
Website: https://www.executivehealth.io/
Free Health Report (The Optimal Executive) — https://www.executivehealth.io/report
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Join Katie in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Marketing strategies have been taught for decades, but admittedly, some of them are no longer working as changes in consumer preferences are accelerating. So, what’s working now in the field of marketing?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks with Cody Wittick, Co-CEO of Kynship, in a discussion about marketing strategies. Cody’s life experiences from long mission trips around the world have given him a valuable perspective in connecting with people and building a productive and grateful culture for his team.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- A purpose-driven business and celebrating success.
- The benefit of spending a lot of time on culture.
- What's working now inside influencer marketing?
- Navigating complexity and stress in life and business.
- On faith, business, and fitness habits
- “The right thing at the wrong time is the wrong thing”
About Cody Wittick:
Cody Wittick is the Co-CEO at Kynship, the agency that is paving the way for the future of influencer marketing. Prior to co-founding Kynship, Cody began his journey at QALO, the brand that created the silicone wedding ring. Over the course of 5 years, he built out a robust influencer program of 500+ influencers, all through the foundation of seeding, while also working with household names such as Lebron James, Jason Aldean, Mike Trout, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. While at Kynship, Cody has been working with companies like Native, M&Ms, Traeger, and Wilson.
Connect with Cody:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codywittick
X / Twitter: @Cody_Wittick
Website: http://www.kynship.co/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023): https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Are you one of those millions of people who wish you could just live your dream? To be able to travel when you want to and do things you love? If you are, then you are on the right podcast!
Join your host, Katie, and Kate Erickson of Entrepreneurs on Fire, as they talk about achieving financial and lifestyle freedom. What does it take to build a lasting business and a lasting podcast?
Key Takeaways from this episode:
o Being clear on what you are and what you are not good at.
o What is working on podcasting?
o Business and life transitions - simplifying process
o Focusing on the center of your business and thinking about the next steps
o Engaging with people and building a community
o Making connections and building a network
o Paying it forward - when to give it for free and when to send an invoice?
o Trusting your gut
About Kate Erickson:
Kate Erickson is the heartbeat at Entrepreneurs On Fire, an award winning podcast where John Lee Dumas interviews inspiring Entrepreneurs who are truly ON FIRE. She is also the host of Kate's Take, where she shares a behind-the-scenes look at running a 7-figure business; and co-host of Nicole & Kate Can Relate, a podcast about the power of conversations. Her goal: to help entrepreneurs achieve financial and lifestyle freedom.
Connect with Kate:
Website: https://www.eofire.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katelerickson_
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
What happens when you sign up for a VIP coaching with Katie Richardson? More importantly, what are the changes and results that people experienced in undergoing a high performance coaching?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks with Chris McMillin, a VIP client and one of Katie’s Case Studies in a discussion to showcase what life was like as an entrepreneur before meeting Katie, and the results in different aspects of Chris’ life.
In his own words, Chris gives us an overview of the benefits of having a high performance coach/mentor, as well as a return of investment that goes beyond financials.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- What life and business was like before meeting Katie.
- When you are the limit for your business.
- The goal to sell and exit the company
- Entrepreneurs on different ends of the spectrum
- Overview of sessions and meetings as a VIP client
- Results of the work they have done together.
About Chris McMillin:
Chris McMillan is a man with a career arc that included medical sales jobs, a college coaching career to which he was named National Coach of the Year in 2012, followed by a successful stint in corporate America with an insurance giant. A few years into climbing the corporate ladder, he began to feel unfulfilled, and this was in part because the culture inside the organization that Chris found himself in was geared to thinking small. He had a grand vision and energy that didn't fit inside the walls of corporate America, so he started his own business.
Connect with Chris:
Bar-B-Clean Website: https://bar-b-clean.com/
Gulf Shore Grills Website: https://gulfshoregrills.com/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
When we get to certain point where we can no longer recognize ourselves, and we know deep down that where we are is not where we should be, the most crucial question is: What will you do about it?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie interviews James Jackson, an industry expert in the field of category management and strategic sales about his journey through an internal crisis, and how Katie helped him dig deeper and turn things around. Discover about Katie’s new program, The Power Code, and James being the living proof of how effective it is.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- The Power Code Program
- Empowering the individual for the long-term
- What James’ life looks like today.
- Going through fear of making mistakes
- The power of incremental growth
- An aspect of faith, agency, and affirmations
About James Jackson:
James is an industry vet, with nearly 25 years of experience in category management, shopper insights and business development at PepsiCo, SUPERVALU, Nielsen/Spectra, Tyson Foods, and Radian Group. Hear him get in the trenches with various experts for their advice, perspectives on recent retail news, how they would spend an extra hour of the workday, and more. ARC is the Association for Retail and Consumer Professionals, whose aim is to create professional communities that foster excellence and growth in retail.
Connect with James:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-c-jackson
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
When we take a moment to discover the beauty of the world, we get inspired not only by the story of each place we go to, but by the story of how we were able to get there.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks about a trip to Europe with her family, something that they have been putting off for some time. She gives us a vibrant recollection of their experiences through the lens of gratitude, and the shadow of melancholy from a heartbreaking news.
In the light of these life lessons, Katie extends the invitation to the magical Old San Juan, for a 3 day retreat to find your North Star and discover your True North.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Connection, power tools, and purpose
- A disoriented client after reaching his goals
- Navigating the creation of your next vision
- Leverage your calling and purpose
- An invitation to bring your truth to the surface
- A compass sketch that has everything you need
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico (December 6-8, 2023) : https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Being brave in the unknown path is one thing, and knowing where you're heading is another.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks about having a North Star to help keep you in the right direction. But before everything else, you have to identify your North Star, and it’s very difficult to do it by yourself. Not only that, the challenge of finding it is only the beginning.
Taking a chance on yourself is the only way to find out how far you can go, and to do it the right way makes that effort worth it in any direction.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- In the direction of the North Star
- A defined compass sketch
- Staying the course
- An invitation to change your life
- A story about regret
- Take a chance on yourself
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico: https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
After braving through fear, doubt, and regret in taking that leap of faith from the ledge of your former career, you have to navigate your landing and the next step thereafter.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks about going through an unknown territory after taking that leap. Being open to all other opportunities, we then realize there are a lot of attractive offers that recognizes our value and maybe more than we have ever imagined. The only question is: Will it make us go forward in the right direction?
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Opportunity overwhelm and her North Star
- A decision to make on an unaligned opportunity
- Following the path of the true principles
- Saying no will not make things fall apart
- Your hidden North Star
- A leap of faith and a table only for 9
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
An Event in Puerto Rico: https://now.katierichardson.com/event
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
When you have made a decision from an inflection point in your life, you will be met with resistance, immediately, and in so many levels.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks about what comes next after making that decision. This is 'The Resistance', the second of a four-part series designed to help people navigate this decision making process and understand what they are going through to help them define their goals and keep moving forward.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Navigating that critical inflection point
- An overwhelming feeling of regret
- Frantic, anxious, defensive and frustrated
- Having the courage to experiment on your life
- Keep going, the past doesn’t exist anymore
Plus, Katie invites us to an event in Puerto Rico! So listen until the end.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Join Katie in Puerto Rico: https://now.katierichardson.com/event
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
We all have experienced moments where we are standing on the edge of whatever platform we are currently on. It could be your career, your business, or your relationships. When you are at that point, you have to make a decision: build a bridge, move sidewards, take a rest, or just call it a day.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks about that critical inflection point when whatever you've been doing no longer feels right.
This is 'The Transition', the first of a four-part series designed to help people powerfully navigate this decision making process so they don't look back with tremendous regret.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- A perspective from the inflection point
- From nothing to lose to the fear of losing of everything
- How to begin with the process of deciding?
- Focus on who you want to be
- Find a guide, don't do it on your own
- That feeling of wandering, feeling around in the dark
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
The choices we make, how we define this moment, how we choose this moment are what really determine not only how healthy we will be but how successful we will be tomorrow.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Dr Fab Mancini shares his thoughts on how we can live to our best potential. Dr Mancini believes that we can make our lives better by making good choices daily. He also believes that framing our mind to focus on the positives and the things that we can do to do better is a strong preset to success.
Join us on this episode to get more tips so we live up to our potential – physically, mentally, and emotionaly!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Opportunity doesn't come from what happened yesterday, and it will never come from what happens tomorrow
- The most successful people are the most authentic
- The victim mindset
- Investing in yourself in the morning
- Tips on how to have a healthy body
- There's no greater purpose that loving yourself unconditionally
About Dr Fab Mancini:
Dr. Fabrizio Mancini is a renowned health and lifestyle expert with over 30 years of experience as a wholistic health provider, author, and speaker. Dr. Fab is an international best-selling author of books such as "The Power of Self-Healing" and "Chicken Soup for The Chiropractic Soul.” He is the host of his radio show with Hay House “Self-Healing with Dr. Fab”, his Podcast “The Fab Life” and his TV Series “Thriving in the New Normal”.
Dr. Fab’s passion for health and personal development has inspired and empowered millions worldwide to unlock their full potential. He also mentors over 100 CEOs and serves as a global consultant to companies that are making a positive impact on the world.
Connect with Dr. Fab Mancini:
Website: https://drfabmancini.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/drfabmancini
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrFabMancini
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
We can dream big and accomplish bigger things, make audacious plan, and have inifinite possibilities in our lives if we take the time and do the work required for it. However, there are universally fundamental things that we have to take care of in order to make it work.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie welcomes Sherry Fernandez, author of the book Life Mastery. Sherry is an amazing real life example of someone who has mastered life by paying attention to ourselves consistently, day in and day out, day after day. It doesn’t matter whether you're a busy mom or an entrepreneur with a thousand things to do, you have to pay attention.
Join us to learn more about how anyone can achieve success by taking care of ourselves first!
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Knowing what you want and figuring out how to get there
- The entrepreneur's trap
- Your habits are what you're becoming
- Planning your day, planning your life
- Who have you become in your life?
- The foundation principle of a good life.
About Sherry Stirling Fernandez:
For over a decade Sherry Stirling Fernandez has been mentoring clients in the principles of Life Mastery and is now the author of the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller Life Mastery: Personal Progression Toward an Infinite Potential. In Life Mastery she tells her rags to riches story and explains the principles and tools she used for her own success. Sherry has taught these same principles to hundreds of people who have also found success, and the happiness that follows, using the Life Mastery program. Even though her book Life Mastery: Personal Progression Toward an Infinite Potential has been well received she continues to mentor those who have a desire to master their own lives.
Connect with Sherry Stirling Fernandez:
Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Mastery-Sherry-Stirling-Fernandez-ebook/dp/B092N17TFT/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Email: Sherry@lifemasteryinfo.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherry-fernandez-a3666756
Website: https://lifemasteryinfo.com/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
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The trends and favored platforms in marketing have changed over the years but the principles remained the same. So what's working now in Marketing, and how do we take advantage of the opportunities of these new platforms?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie talks to Sujan Patel of Ramp Vetures and the founder of Mailshake. Sujan tackles key elements in marketing and leveraging the power of word-of-mouth by way of current social media platforms to make a marketing funnel.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Taking out the unnecessary steps and distractions
- Maximizing word of mouth from aha moments
- On emotional triggers, monitoring the flow, and user feedback
- Trends and opportunity costs
- Learning to say 'NO' more than saying 'YES'
About Sujan Patel:
A veteran SaaS marketing leader with 15+ years’ experience, Sujan Patel has helped hundreds of companies – from emerging startups to Fortune 500 leaders – to create growth strategies that have generated massive increases in traffic and revenue. In addition to consulting work through his SaaS marketing agency, Web Profits Sujan owns and operates multiple SaaS businesses, including Mailshake and Right Inbox. Sujan got his start online in the early 2000s as an eCommerce founder. Despite his first site’s eventual failure, Sujan was able to translate the lessons he’d learned about SEO and generating traffic to his second venture – the digital marketing agency Single Grain, which he exited in 2013 after growing the company’s annual revenues to $3M+. He founded Mailshake – initially ContentMarketer.io – in 2015, and has since grown the company to 20+ employees and a sustained 2X year-over-year growth rate. Discovering his innate strengths of growing businesses by improving product, accelerating growth through marketing and sales, and creating brands that generate word-of-mouth interest drove Sujan to begin acquiring and developing B2B SaaS companies, such as Voila Norbert and Right Inbox. Having learned what it takes to succeed in SaaS business the hard way, Sujan has made it his mission to share everything he’s learned throughout his career. His book, 100 Days of Growth, has sold 50,000+ copies over the last five years, while his blog and more than 100 conference presentations have given him a platform for sharing everything he knows. Outside of the office, Sujan is a dedicated husband, father of three, and adrenaline junkie who can be found racing cars and motorcycles at tracks around his current hometown of Austin, TX.
Connect with Sujan Patel:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sujanpatel
Website: https://sujanpatel.com/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://w
With the rise of social media and internet, people are more critical nowadays of what is truly authentic. For entrepreneurs, authenticity is what attracts clients and customers. In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie interviews Michael Rhoads in an eye-opening conversation about how being authentic can strengthening your marketing technique and strategies. Mike also talks about their patent pending technology that could help update the sewerage and plumbing system repair industry.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Transitioning from oil fields to marketing
- Key levers for local entrepreneurs
- Classic marketing techniques and processes
- Being authentic and pulling back the veil
- On balance and priorities: faith, family, and business
About Michael Rhoads:
After accumulating extensive experience in the oilfield industry, where he endured grueling schedules, high-pressure situations, and a nomadic lifestyle, Mike determined it was time to prioritize his familial connections. Consequently, he embarked on a new path, investing his time and resources into establishing As Prescribed Media, a thriving marketing company. Through this venture, Mike, along with Syd, discovered the means to pursue substantial investments within the North Carolina Region. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Mike has held pivotal roles as a Business Development Manager and Marketing Manager for Sewer Daddy, the premier trenchless sewer line repair company in the Northeast. His contributions to the organization have been instrumental in solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. Apart from his professional endeavors, Mike remains steadfast in his faith, blessed with a loving spouse and two exceptional children. Driven by an innate passion for the great outdoors, he seamlessly integrates these personal values and experiences into every investment project.
Connect with Mike Rhoads:
The Rhoads To Success Podcast: www.rhoadshomebuyers.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikerhoads48
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeljrhoads/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
When you have a story to tell and a dream to share, starting a speaking career is a logical step. The thing is, many people sell the dream of being a sought-after speaker, but not many of them are willing to match the right people to the right job and consistently generate leads.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie welcomes Aaron Golub and Joe Johnston, Co-Founders of InitiateConnection.com; they are both exceptional speakers and entrepreneurs who dedicated their efforts to helping speakers get the best value for their skills.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Things people do wrong when building a speaking career.
- Sources of client acquisitions and booking schedules.
- Effectives tools in cold outreach and sourcing emails.
- Optimize, Systemize, Automate, Delegate, and repeat
- Trends in messages and topics for speakers.
About Aaron Golub:
Aaron Golub is a keynote speaker as well as a Co-Founder of Initiate Connections. Aaron creates pathways for individuals, companies, conferences, sports teams, and schools around the world to push boundaries and accomplish their goals. Aaron became the first legally blind athlete to play football in a division 1 game when he was at Tulane University. He was a captain his senior year and went on to become an NFL free agent. Aaron now helps speakers become consistently booked and paid.
Connect with Aaron Golub:
Website: https://initiateconnections.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-golub-33b22aa8/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronjgolub
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronjgolub/?hl=en
About Joe Johnston:
Joe Johnston is an engaging and insightful professional speaker, agent, and coach. His expertise in the areas of personal development, wellness, and optimization make him a highly sought-after transformational speaker for college and corporate audiences. He is the author of ‘The M.I.I. Human Optimization Plan: 64 Days of Motivational, Inspirational, and Informational Quotes,’ his company’s flagship book of quotes which motivates, inspires, and informs its readers to go out and create the life of their dreams. Since 2019, Joe has delivered over 30 programs, worked with prestigious universities and organizations, and represented and booked dozens of expert professional speakers to stages across the nation to transform and optimize the lives of audience members.
Connect with Joe Johnston:
Website: https://initiateconnections.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joejohnston28/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:<
As an entrepreneur, leadership skill is necessary to get through the daily grind, and it is also important to being able to withstand immense pressure from tremendous opposition. But what if you feel that you have done and addressed everything properly but the situation is spiraling out of control?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie gives a demonstration of the power of coaching for her client Liam who felt exactly that way, and how Katie's mentorship help him in getting aligned with truth and be in a powerful position to deal with the situation.
These are recordings from the client's message via a walkie talkie app (Voxer) and another from a phone call.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Leadership for entrepreneurs.
- Dealing with dynamics of immense pressure.
- Notes for client session:
- Client update on issue on different fronts.
- Understanding the weight of the problem
- Showing support with frameworks and structures
- Identifying the internal conflict
- Neutralizing the conflict and making progress
- Coaching entrpreneurs on authenticity and truth
- Alignment with truth is a powerful position
- A very reasonable settlement of the client's problem
- Tremendous growth and resources has tremendous oppositions
- Increasing your internal stance
- Extracting the gifts and lessons and creating rules from that experience
- Invitation from Katie
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Katie's Case Studies: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
A lot of times, when we look for advice from our mentors, coaches, and leaders about the right things to say to a client who is interested, almost there, but not quite. What if you can hear the mentor's side of that conversation as it happens?
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie presents another real life example of a recorded live coaching session with Sara Allred. They talk about Sara's client and how to address client hesitation and objection. These are recordings from Katie's side of the conversation via a walkie talkie app (Voxer).
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- What is this episode for, and how do we use it in real life?
- Notes for client session:
- Identifying the approach and creating a deadline.
- Help the client identify the direction they want to take
- Help the client figure out who is the right fit for them.
- Help define what's holding the client's decision.
- Demonstrate non-neediness/non-desperation by giving support
Supporting the research
Acknowledging the fact that there are competitors
Stand in confidence of your specialization
- Present what it means for the clients to get their service.
Something outside of work that has meaning and significance.
- Share a case study or client testimonial
- Go for the ask:
If everything checks out, when would you like to get started?
- Don't sell: Identify their problem and help them solve that problem, and determine if you are moving forward or moving on.
About Sarah Allred:
Sarah is a Marketing to Women EXPERT, International Speaker, 12-Hour Workweek Creator, Business Coach, Podcaster, Cheerleader-Woman, Educator, Mother of 4, Latter-day Saint, and Salsa connoisseur. She is also an Avid Reader, Professional Extractor of her Clients genius, Band Nerd, Doctor's Wife, skiier wanna-be-but-trying, Harry Potter expert, board game hoarder, and queen of homemade pizza to my family of 6 + a Pup (Dexter).
Connect with Sarah Allred:
Website: https://sarahgracelive.com/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
Katie's Case Studies: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Back for more of what is it really like to work with Katie as a business and personal mentor?
In this highly anticipated sequel-episode of What's Working Now? Katie presents Part 2 of a real VIP coaching session. In this episode, Katie helps the client define the underlying fears, guiding the client on the best way to turn that obstacle into a position of strength, and reinforcing resolve with key principles.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Defining underlying fears and how to address them.
- Make fear and opposition as your teachers in order to progress.
- Reframing the situation, defining the unknown.
- How need, desperation, and fear can disempower us.
- You create your life: spiritual and physical phase.
- Desire needs to exist as a well-defined creation.
- There's always another level of fear.
- Approaching fear with curiosity.
- Creating the space between stimulus and response.
- Fear=Reaction, Curiosity=Power
- Quality of questions = Quality of outcome.
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
We have all seen and heard the podcast's episodes and have taken knowledge and inspiration from them in a multitude of ways. But what is it really like to work with Katie as a business and personal mentor?
In this highly anticipated episode of What's Working Now? Katie presents the behind-the-scenes of a real VIP coaching session. This is Part 1, where Katie gets to know and understand the mentee, from establishing a safe space to understanding the commitment and cost of investing in oneself.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
- A safe space.
- Discussion on Relationships, Spirituality, and Physicality
- Diving deeper into relationships
- On personal alignment
- Exploring the business aspect
- Revisiting the dream as an entrepreneur
- On challenging self and balance
- Defining the goal
- Exploring beyond the drive and motivation
- Taking a closer look at purpose
- Bringing clarity to something greater
- A glimpse of what mentoring can bring.
- Commitment and Determination
- Purpose and Empowerment
- Understanding the cost of investment
Promised Link: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudy
About Katie Richardson:Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Most of us experience the lowest points in our lives, and are probably still reeling, not knowing how to get up and move forward.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie is joined by Darin Kidd, the bestselling author of “I Will Until” and he talks about how he changed direction and turned his life around from the lowest point, being bankrupt and living on government assistance, to becoming a top-rated mentor, coach, and entrepreneur.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
o Darin’s lowest moment and changing direction.
o Changing your associations and taking responsibility.
o On Self-imposed limitations, clarity and focus
o On Using things as a crutch to stay in comfort zone.
o Get comfortable being uncomfortable, the LTL method.
o Focus on what you can do and where you’re going.
About Darin Kidd:
Darin Kidd is a bestselling author, global keynote speaker, executive trainer, and business growth consultant. He’s been featured in top magazines and publications like Success from Home and spoken alongside gurus like Grant Cardone, John Maxwell, Les Brown, Brian Tracy, and Mel Robbins. He has owned successful franchises and developed multiple online businesses and has spoken all over the world to audiences as large as 25,000 people. He’s a renowned leader in the Network Marketing profession with massive teams all over the world, earning awards for recruiting, retention and sales.
Connect with Darin Kidd:
Website: https://darinkidd.com/
Book Website: https://iwilluntil.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinkidd/
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Having that yearning to "make it" as soon as possible is a temptation that tickles every entrepreneur. Looking for shortcuts and faster way to your goals deviates you from the right path you're supposed to take.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Ryan Miller of Pentium Capital Advisory teaches us about strategies in raising capital with integrity at the core. Learn about the wisdom of taking time for value matching in looking for business partners and investors.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
o The biggest misconceptions in raising capital.
o Sell the sizzle, not the steak.
o Conversation, not the presentation.
o On being different, with integrity.
o Defining the end goal from the beginning.
o Look for values not just skills.
o A true parable about taking a shortcut.
About Ryan Miller:
Ryan Miller is a Venture Capital & Angel investor in technology, placement growth of 5200% ROI in 6 years. Founder & Managing Director at Pentium Capital Advisory Inc. Specializing in Financial Consulting and VC syndication. Chief Financial Officer a National, award-winning InsurTech company. Managed and mentored approx. 200 professionals while serving in this role. Mentored over 200 emerging fund managers to start and scale their investment funds, totaling around $4B in funds raised to date. Managed $250M Technology Portfolio BSc. & Master of Financial Management.
Connect with Ryan Miller:
Website: https://pentiumcapitalpartners.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/?originalSubdomain=ca
About Katie Richardson:
Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.
Today Katie is a Coach to Entrepreneurs, Mom to four, Wife, Author, and a Powerful Speaker.
To connect with Katie:
Website: https://katierichardson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creator
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698
BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbr
Building a business by yourself is an amazing feat, but as it grows and needs to scale up, you need the help of a marketing agency. However, if you're business is struggling even with the help of an agency, you both might need to take another look inside at how things work.
In this episode of What's Working Now? Katie is joined by William Harris of Elumynt, a marketing agency that takes time to understand a client's P&L, EBITDA, and other relevant metrics to optimize your business for profit.
Key Takeaways from this episode:
o A marketing agency that understands P&L and how it impacts the bottom line.
o Optimizing Profit at the aggregate level
o Having the right goal and being on the same page with the agency
o Figure out the blend between profit and cashflow.
o Advertising perspective: Digital Ads
o Figuring out how to diversify a little bit.
o Being prepared for economic downturn for the remaining quarters.
o On Crypto, Blockchain, and NFTs
o On AI in advertising and CGI
o Positioning yourself and your team to get ahead in the current environment.
o Experiences that build relationship with God
o Recognizing that there are things outside our understanding.
o Navigating through complexities of life
o Do you have the right goals that align with your values?
o Remind yourself that this is a process, with ups and downs.
About William Harris:
William Harris is the Founder & CEO of Elumynt, an ecommerce growth agency focused on PROFIT instead of ROAS that AdWeek ranked as the 12th fastest-growing agency in the world. He's helped 13 companies get acquired, including one that sold to GoDaddy and one that fetched nearly $800M. William's agency, Elumynt, was recently featured as an Inc. 5000 winner as well as an Inc. Best Workplaces winner. William Harris has authored over 200 articles about ecommerce, advertising, and leadership on Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Shopify, TNW, Social Media Today, and many other places. When he's not busy hyper-scaling businesses, he enjoys spending as much time as he can with his wife and daughters, playing the guitar, swimming in the Minnesota lakes, and learning more about God.
Connect with William Harris:
Website: https://app.guestio.com/guests/william
Website: https://www.elumynt.com/
About Katie Richardson:
Before Katie became a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur, she was just a girl who liked having fun. She learned woodworking from a master of the craft, welding from a gunsmith, drawing from the best, and sewing from her mom so she could make her own dresses. Big success wasn’t even on her radar. There was so much imposter syndrome going on in her head, and she believed that being a “good” mom meant only pursuing motherhood and nothing else.
She created a business called Puj. You can now find her products in 2,000 US stores and in 26 different countries. Her products have been sold to over 1 million Customers around the globe. Today, Katie’s greatest hope is that she can be that inspiration for other women.
She’s been featured on the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show and on the cover of Entrepreneur Magazine. Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley are just a few of the celebrities known for using her products.
Today Katie is a Coach to Entrepreneurs, Mom to four, Wife, Author, and a Powerful Speaker.
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Katie Richardson turns the microphone inward and explores the key elements in how she’s been successful both in podcasting and building relationships with clients. From being curious to telling stories to asking the right questions, learn how you can create engagement in what you feel called to do.
Key Takeaways:
- The 80/20 rule - Leave enough room for curiosity in all your conversations.
- Be a storyteller. We are wired for stories. It’s how we make sense of the world.
- Separate yourself from your competition by going deeper. Don't just move onto the next sale - build a relationship with your client.
- Ask questions not to deliberately guide the conversation, but to explore along with them. Learn from them, and learn from those who they learned from.
Do you want to make a positive impact on the world but feel like your dreams are too big to achieve? Then you won't want to miss this episode, where we sit down with a regional transformation expert and successful entrepreneur, Jared Walther.
Jared shares his inspiring journey to success, from investments in clean energy and commercial real estate to helping start over 300 small businesses in Kenya and 10 in Nigeria. But what sets Jared apart is his passion for helping people think bigger and achieve their dreams.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration on how to think bigger and make a positive impact on the world. Whether you're an entrepreneur or simply looking to make a difference, this episode is sure to leave you motivated and ready to take action.
3 Key Takeaways
- Jared Walther's journey to regional transformation and success is an inspiring example of what can be achieved when you set your sights high and refuse to settle for less.
- If you want to achieve your goals, you have to take action and make things happen.
- Believe in yourself and don't let fear or doubt hold you back from achieving your dreams.
About Jared Walther
Jared Walther is a regional transformation expert, successful entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for helping people think bigger and achieve their dreams. He has made significant investments in clean energy, commercial real estate, Christian nonprofits, and both men's and women's clean and sober homes, all with the goal of making a positive impact on the world. Jared and his wife Stephanie have helped start over 300 small businesses in Kenya and 10 in Nigeria, empowering entrepreneurs to create sustainable livelihoods for themselves and their communities. Jared is also committed to training the new generation for success, recognizing that education and mentorship are key to creating a better future.
Determined world traveler Heidi DeCoux is driven to provide life changing income and stability to her overseas team members, all while pushing for cultural change and battling for a 50% plus profit margin for her business.
Tune in to be inspired by Heidi DeCoux's entrepreneurial journey, as she combines her passion for travel, her commitment to providing meaningful employment opportunities, and her drive for business success. Get ready for an engaging conversation that will leave you motivated to think beyond borders and make a positive impact on the world of business.
3 Key Takeaways
- Unlock new revenue potential by leveraging global teams for localized strategic guidance.
- Master the art of efficient international hiring while maintaining cultural awareness.
- Embrace innovative AI solutions for streamlining your operational tasks.
About Heidi DeCoux
Heidi DeCoux is a serial entrepreneur, business optimization expert, and the founder of Alchemize Teams. With a track record of building four businesses with profit margins above 50%, she is passionate about helping entrepreneurs streamline their operations, increase revenue, and improve work-life balance. Heidi has successfully sold three of her businesses, including a seven-figure exit, and has been featured in publications like Forbes. She is committed to fostering worldwide talent by utilizing overseas teams for operational tasks while relying on local experts for strategic efforts.
In this episode, our special guest Tasha Chen, a visionary entrepreneur and international bestselling author, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming bankruptcy, divorce, and a failed business to achieve financial success. Tasha reveals the real key to manifesting wealth - self-worth. Through her own experiences, she discovered that transforming one's mindset and relationship with money is crucial to creating a life of abundance and true financial freedom.
3 Key Takeaways
- Embrace a transformative mindset for unlocking financial expansion and wealth.
- Conquer barriers formed by self-limiting beliefs and societal influences.
- Nurture self-appreciation and maintain unwavering efforts towards achieving financial aspirations.
Connect with Tashahttps://tashachen.com/businessgratitude/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashachen/
https://www.facebook.com/SpeakerTashaChen/
About Tasha Chen
Tasha is the founder of The Science of Getting Rich Academy and the international bestselling author of Deservingness: The Art of Getting More of What You Want. She helps her clients manifest their greatest desires using a time-tested program with her unique proven principles. Implementing universal laws such as the Law of Attraction, Tasha has helped transform the lives of hundreds. She has cracked the code to creating abundance, happiness, wealth, and health.
In this episode, Katie shares her own experience as an entrepreneur facing an unexpected obstacle at a trade show and the power of asking the right questions to overcome it. She explains the three components of a powerful question: curiosity, desired outcome, and empowerment, and how they can help CEOs and entrepreneurs level up. Whether you're negotiating a deal or trying to save a failing business, asking the right questions can make all the difference in achieving success. Tune in to learn how to ask powerful questions and move past obstacles to reach your goals.
3 Key Takeaways
- How can you get high-quality results by paying attention to the questions you're asking?
- What are the secrets for leveling up as a CEO or entrepreneur through asking high-quality questions?
- How can asking curiosity-based, outcome-focused, and empowering questions help you make progress and achieve growth?
We hear the inspiring story of Mike Lander, a successful entrepreneur and master negotiator who defied the odds and proved that hard work and dedication can lead to success. From being told he wasn't "bright enough" at 16 to raising over £6.5 million of acquisition growth capital, Mike shares his journey of determination and self-education. He also introduces his four-part framework for successful negotiation, which draws on William Ury's 'Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement' and emphasizes the power of lifelong learning. Tune in to discover how you too can transform your life and career with revolutionary negotiation techniques and find financial independence.
3 Key Takeaways
- What does success really mean and how do you measure yourself against others or against yourself?
- What are the key negotiation skills and techniques that can be used to achieve successful outcomes?
- What is the importance of having strong alternatives when negotiating a deal and how can you identify the key stakeholders?
Katie's five-step process emphasizes hyper-awareness, being present, and being honest to both ourselves and those around us. She walks us through eliminating the drag of negativity we place on what happens, and instead shows us how to acknowledge the truth for what it is so we can move forward.
3 Key Takeaways
- How to avoid attaching labels to situations and acknowledge them for what they are.
- How to recognize and move away from the "inner bully" approach to success.
- How to take ownership and create clarity in your life and business.
Are you feeling like you've hit a ceiling in your business? Do you feel like you have to push harder? It's time to look beyond just marketing and explore other growth strategies. On this episode of What’s Working Now, Stacy Tuschl, best-selling author and founder of Well Oiled Operations, will teach you how to achieve growth quickly by utilizing her three-phase plan. Tune in to discover how to fall in love with the operations of your business and create a system that will help you scale quickly.
3 Key Takeaways
- Use marketing to find valuable employees FIRST. Don’t focus solely on clients.
- Frequency is key. Even if you’re not into webinars, creating a way to receive consistent feedback will help you scale.
- Try focusing on how to reactivate old customers you’ve already built a relationship with instead of only finding new ones.
Resources
Stacy’s Instagram
Million Dollar Offers by Alex Hormozi
Website
Podcast
About Stacy
Stacy Tuschl was born and raised in an entrepreneurial family, which led her to create a middle school competitive dance team in the family's backyard. She quickly saw the potential of the business, and opened up two successful dance and music schools that grossed over seven figures. Stacy learned how to hire, manage and delegate, and started sharing her knowledge with others. She now runs a weekly webinar, which is one of their number one ways to get clients. Stacy knows that in order to succeed, she needs to be an expert in marketing, fulfillment, and operations - and that her team members need her support. She advises that businesses need to market to their team members the same way they would to their customers in order to attract the best employees.
Cody Sperber, CEO and founder of Clever Investor, shares the story of how his journey in the Navy radically shaped his perspective and ultimately led to his incredible success in real estate. With over $180 million in net worth, 1.2 million Instagram followers, and 1000 deals flipped, Cody shows us that success is possible for anyone that is willing to work hard and stay motivated. Gain his insights about maintaining a balance in life and finding your stride in real estate on this episode of What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- Take some time to reflect on your values and goals, and create your own personal core values (these are individual from your company’s core values).
- Don’t underestimate the value of a mentor when you begin your investment journey. It could mean the difference between a failed or successful deal.
- Walk in your purpose and be willing to say no to what doesn’t serve you.
Resources
The Clever Investor Podcast
About Cody
Cody Sperber is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, international speaker, educator, and mentor. With over 1.2 million followers on Instagram, a net worth of at least $180 million, two beautiful children and an incredible wife, Cody has achieved tremendous success in his fields. His journey to success was not without obstacles, however. His turning point was when he joined the US Navy at age 18, which provided him with structure, discipline, and the opportunity to travel the world and see the privilege of living in the United States. With this experience, Cody developed a unique perspective that has shaped his approach to business and life.
John Madsen is an exceptional high-achieving performer; he is a former NFL player and a high-performance coach in both physical fitness and mindset. He helps people transform their bodies and as a result, their lives. Today on What’s Working now, John shares his inspiring story of overcoming insecurity, taking action, and achieving excellence. Join him to uncover insecurity and create an emotional connection with your audience, leading to a balanced life.
3 Key Takeaways
- Resonance and intuition are real! People know when you’re being authentic. Let that show in your marketing and leads will flow.
- Your identity can shatter if it’s placed on things outside of yourself. Crete a version of you that’s rooted in your personal alignment.
- Be willing to face your insecurities and don’t be afraid of the idea of vanity.
Resources
Instagram: @johnmadsenofficial
Podcast
About John
John Madsen has been an exceptionally high-achieving performer his whole life. He is a former NFL player and a high-performance coach in both physical fitness and mindset. He helps people transform their bodies and as a result, their lives. John has an inspiring story of overcoming insecurity, taking action, and achieving excellence. His commitment and drive, his passion and focus, and his willingness to speak his truth make him a powerful role model and motivator to those both in fitness and business.
Jeremy, an expert on YouTube with over 3.5 billion views and 3 million subscribers, made a life-changing decision eight years ago to start a family vlog. He and his wife, Kendra, and five children began recording their journey on YouTube, but with no money to show for it after the first year. As Jeremy and Kendra navigated the emotional dynamics of having a camera in their family life, they had to learn the right strategies to make their YouTube channel successful. Now, Jeremy is here to reveal what’s working now on YouTube, so you don’t have to miss out!
3 Key Takeaways
- It’s going to take time to create success on YouTube. Expect to wait at least 9 months for your channel to grow.
- Shorts are changing the way views operate on YouTube, TikTok, and even Instagram. Don’t be hesitant to repurpose your long videos!
- Put your hook and important information in the first 30 seconds of your video.
Resources
Think Media video featuring Alex Ramosi
Jhouse Vlogs
Jeremy Johnston channel
About Jeremy Johnston
Jeremy is a father of 5, lawyer, and YouTuber. In 2014, he created a family channel called JHouse Vlogs. As a lawyer, he has represented some of the largest YouTubers.
On this episode of What’s Working Now, Erin Cell, expert in the cryptocurrency industry, public speaker, and podcaster of The Nifty Chicks show, shines a light on women in the NFT space. Erin will share her inspiring story of how she took control of her life and changed the direction of it by making brave choices. She will also discuss the importance of NFTs and why they hold so much potential yet untapped–especially for women today.
3 Key Takeaways
- You are the only one that can take action to change your life into something that isn’t miserable and is full of purpose. Don’t be afraid of that leap.
- NFTs will become a sign of digital identity as our governments shift focus toward crypto.
- It’s not enough to watch from the sidelines. It’s not too late to get into NFTs! We’ve only tapped into its potential.
ResourcesYouTube
Twitter
Instagram
NiFTy Chicks Podcast
About ErinErin Cell is a blockchain and cryptocurrency industry expert, producer of the Bad Crypto Podcast and The Nifty Show, and co-host of The Nifty Chicks podcast and YouTube channel. After a series of life events, she decided to take control of her life and quit. She started a company and was able to build a marketing business. Through her partner's venture into cryptocurrencies, Erin got more involved in the world of NFTs. After seeing the lack of women in the space, she and her co-host, Jenna, decided to start a podcast and shine a light on women. Aaron now lives a life that she loves, and she is passionate about helping others realize the same.
Are you looking for a way to make the most of your business and personal life in the new year? Do you want to achieve success without compromising your relationships, health, or spiritual connection? On this episode of What’s Working Now, Katie Richardson shares the three steps she took to assess her current situation and course correct, magnifying her business in the new year.
3 Key Takeaways
- The first step of this process is to look back at the past. Do an audit of your business and look at what has worked and what hasn't.
- Focus on what lights you up. Consider what you want to accomplish and identify specific goals related to that.
- The only way you will truly be able to change your year into one that is healthy and balanced is to start with internal work.
Resources
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Ever present host Katie Richardson invites video and tech expert Ken Okazaki to share his experience founding two video production businesses and growing drastically within 6 years. Utilize your entrepreneurial spirit by identifying the right time to improve upon current systems, addressing problems before they stop the business, and discovering what about you resonates with your online audience on this episode of What’s Working Now. 3 Key Takeaways
- Be careful not to allow yourself to dive into creation mode when the better business strategy is to improve systems that are already working.
- Recognize the problem in your operations and figure out how to fix it before it hits a brick wall.
- It’s less important to identify the perfect plan and more important to maintain consistency with the strategy that you did pick.
ResourcesFacebook
Instagram
20xagency.com
GoBoxStudio
About Ken
Ken Okazaki helps businesses and brands grow with video. Ken heads up GoBox Studio and 20XAgency, which together provide everything a business needs to succeed at producing, syndicating, and dominating with video on all platforms.
GoBox Studio is the world’s most portable professional video studio that is carryon size and sets up in two minutes or less. Also, 20XAgency takes your videos and curates, edits, and syndicates them across all platforms so that you can dominate your industry without ever having to get tangled in the tech.
Ken also has a podcast called The Content Capitalist. It’s an OBS program featuring conversation with businesses and brands making millions of dollars or more and using content as a key driver for their success.
Using psychological principles to overcome financial difficulties can be a critical step to achieving success and happiness. Today on What’s Working Now, host Katie Richardson is joined by Dr. Barbara Lowe to help listeners understand the mental and emotional processes that drive money-related decisions and behaviors. You can remove roadblocks from past trauma and make mindful choices that will lead to better financial outcomes.
3 Key Takeaways
- The first step in this process is to identify a memory and the associated feeling it creates as well as the belief that accompanies that feeling.
- After identifying the memory and associated belief, you can reparent yourself in that situation to produce a healthier mental outcome. What would you say to your kid self in that position?
- Ask God what He wants to tell you. This may involve reflecting on the words, feelings, or thoughts that were received and asking for further clarity if needed.
Resourcesturntogreenleaf.com
Instagram
About BarbaraDr. Barbara Lowe is a licensed psychologist, entrepreneur, and speaker who has dedicated her life to helping others find healing, balance, and success. After growing up in an extremely dysfunctional family, she set out to receive her PhD in school psychology from UNCCH.
Barbara has been driven to learn a variety of techniques for trauma healing, renewing the spirit, and unlocking deep psychological wounds. As the founder and owner of Greenleaf Psychological and Support Services, Barbara helps clients address their issues with money, self-acceptance, and attachment. With her unique perspective and expertise, Barbara is the perfect person to discuss the psychological elements of success.
Gain a wealth of insights from Entrepreneur-named “Real Life Wizard of Oz,” Steve Sims. This entrepreneur, best-selling author, sought-after coach, and top-rated speaker is renowned for creating extraordinary experiences for billionaires. Today on What’s Working Now, Steve fills the episode with truths about embracing your childlike curiosity and eliminating the word “impossible” from your vocabulary.
3 Key Takeaways
- Replacing the word “impossible” with “stupid” will stop you from making excuses and will unlock childlike creativity.
- Put yourself in the great rooms with people who make things happen, not those who rest on their laurels.
- Take consistent, positive steps towards your goals, no matter how small. This creates momentum and ensures that you stay on track and make progress towards your dreams.
ResourcesRead Go for Stupid by Steve Sims: goforstupid.com
Website: stevedsims.com
YouTube
TikTok
About Steve SimsEntrepreneur Magazine labeled Steve as “The Real Life Wizard of Oz” because he has developed a reputation for making the “impossible” possible. He founded the first high-end luxury concierge, through which he has arranged things like private dinners at the feet of Michelangelo’s “David” while being serenaded by Andrea Bocelli.
Steve published a best-selling book, Bluefishing, documenting how he has built a business on social currency. Steve has spoken for Harvard, the Pentagon, and Fortune 500 companies–all coming from a young lad that was only qualified to lay bricks at a construction site. He has spent 20+ years falling on his face to learn the lessons that you can implement into YOUR career ambitions.
Making mistakes is a part of life, but for leading entrepreneurs, when those mistakes affect our relationships with others, it is extremely difficult to know how to move forward. Host Katie Richardson sits down today to talk about what to do when you make a mistake that affects others. Instead of replying with excuses or white lies on instinct, learn to confront the situation and take ownership of your role in it, apologize without giving the backstory, and move forward in a way that is aligned with your integrity.
3 Key Takeaways
- Confront the issue and own your part of it. This means acknowledging what you did wrong, and taking responsibility for your part in the situation.
- Apologize without giving a backstory. It will be difficult not to give reasoning behind your decision, but it is the best way to align yourself with your team and rebuild trust.
- Ask for forgiveness. Sometimes, it doesn’t even need to be a long apology, and it may not feel fair at the time, but it will set you free.
Resources
The Bonds that Make Us Free by Terry Warner
Join host Katie Richardson in a special coaching episode with an incredible up-and-coming entrepreneur. Guest Alex Klein has done some amazing things to develop her power brand, the products, even the manufacturing, but there is a big piece missing. In today's episode, Katie dives into how Alex can take her passion and message and get it into the world. Hear why two most important things on Alex's to-do list are selling and having conversations with influential people in her industry–and why they should be on yours, too!
3 Key Takeaways
- Approaching a potential with a pitch will not get you sales! Start by asking questions with radical curiosity.
- Show how your product will grow THEIR platform. This may require additional research into what their audience needs right now.
- Your inventory is your business’ life source–focus on keeping the cash flow by keeping consistent sales.
Resources
WYRL Beauty
About Alex KleinAlex Klein is founder of WYRL Beauty. She started the company because she wanted to carry on her mom's legacy and help women all over the world. Her product is built to empower women and eliminate toxic thoughts by eliminating toxins with vegan, cruelty-free, high-quality lipstick products.
Powerfully navigate this recession and continue to grow your business with guest Dan Davis on this episode of What’s Working Now. Today, Dan helps viewers to avoid panic mode and make their company recession-proof using the power of positive thinking and a focus on what’s important. Keep your eye on the summit and continue to make that climb instead of remaining comfortably in the foothills, take time to slow down and think about your future goals, and watch growth happen–regardless of economic circumstance.
3 Key Takeaways
- Find people that will help you course correct and keep you on the right path both in your personal and professional life. Speak to them regularly.
- Use time blocking to give specific space to urgent tasks while also maintaining time to focus on your important personal needs.
- Stop making decisions in anticipation of the recession and instead make decisions focused on growth. The money will follow.
ResourcesDan’s Instagram: @stirydan
Website: stiri.com
About Dan DavisDan Davis is the CEO of Stiry, a video production company. He started the business several years ago during the tail end of the recession. Dan and his team have been working on making their business recession-proof by making investments and changes that will help them grow–and they are succeeding!
During this time of volatility and recession, Dan has been trying to stay focused on the summit (their long-term goal) and not get caught up in the panic and doom and gloom. He advises other entrepreneurs to do the same.
Entrepreneur, podcast host, and business coach Ken Joslin inspires a lifestyle of “champions” on this episode of What’s Working Now. He joins host Katie Richardson to break down the facets of his community of other high-performing leaders. These leaders share common traits, including an unwillingness to negotiate with themselves, a consistency in daily actions, and a knack for giving back to their community. Get inspired and get energized to meet your goals and provide value.
3 Key Takeaways
- If you focus on giving value to others instead of taking, your life will transform and you will make all the money you need.
- Leaders need to be part of a community in order to grow and be supported; actively seek out the good people who will foster success in your life.
- Consistency is key for any leader who wants to be successful. This means that leaders need to be consistent in their actions and their words in order to be successful.
Resources
21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
Happy Days by Gabrielle Bernstein
Instagram: @kenjoslin
About Ken
Ken Joslin grew up in a difficult family situation, moving around a lot and attending twelve different schools in twelve years. Despite this, he learned how to be a connector, a skill that would serve him well later in life. After the Air Force and a stint in full-time ministry, Joslin found himself in real estate, where he quickly became a top performer.
It was through real estate that Joslin began to gather around him a community of other high-performing leaders, a group he now calls his "champions." These leaders share some common traits, including an unwillingness to negotiate with themselves and a consistency in taking daily action. For Joslin, staying focused and grounded amidst the chaos of a busy schedule comes down to knowing his core values and staying true to them.
Entrepreneur, podcast host, and business coach Ken Joslin inspires a lifestyle of “champions” on this episode of What’s Working Now. He joins host Katie Richardson to break down the facets of his community of other high-performing leaders. These leaders share common traits, including an unwillingness to negotiate with themselves, a consistency in daily actions, and a knack for giving back to their community. Get inspired and get energized to meet your goals and provide value.
3 Key Takeaways
- If you focus on giving value to others instead of taking, your life will transform and you will make all the money you need.
- Leaders need to be part of a community in order to grow and be supported; actively seek out the good people who will foster success in your life.
- Consistency is key for any leader who wants to be successful. This means that leaders need to be consistent in their actions and their words in order to be successful.
Resources
21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
Happy Days by Gabrielle Bernstein
Instagram: @kenjoslin
About Ken
Ken Joslin grew up in a difficult family situation, moving around a lot and attending twelve different schools in twelve years. Despite this, he learned how to be a connector, a skill that would serve him well later in life. After the Air Force and a stint in full-time ministry, Joslin found himself in real estate, where he quickly became a top performer.
It was through real estate that Joslin began to gather around him a community of other high-performing leaders, a group he now calls his "champions." These leaders share some common traits, including an unwillingness to negotiate with themselves and a consistency in taking daily action. For Joslin, staying focused and grounded amidst the chaos of a busy schedule comes down to knowing his core values and staying true to them.
In today's business world, it's essential to be ever-evolving, innovating, and constantly adapting to change. If you're not doing those things, your company will die off. And that's exactly what happened to guest Scott Walker’s team when the iPod Shuffle was discontinued. But Scott is a master of pivoting, and he was able to anticipate and change the direction of his business to prosper. On this episode of What’s Working Now, Scott shares with host Katie Richardson his advice for other businesses who face similar challenges today.
3 Key Takeaways
- Being in business is about money but money isn’t the only thing that matters. Decide what’s worth sacrificing for success financially and what isn’t from the start.
- Have a plan for pivoting your business as needed; understand that there will be a time that the market changes and you’ll have to adapt to new customer needs.
- Learn to be okay delegating things you both aren’t and are good at to other team members so you can focus on doing what no one else can do.
ResourcesLeadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute
Underwateraudio.com
Aquagardswim.com
LinkedIn
About ScottScott Walker is a successful entrepreneur who has mastered the art of pivoting. He is the founder of Underwater Audio, a company that began by waterproofing iPod Shuffles and has since evolved into creating its own product for swim hair defense. Scott is a great example of a CEO who is always looking two years ahead, and he has used Kickstarter advantageously as a tool to determine the demand for his product and how to drive traffic to his campaign. He is a man of integrity who is dedicated to his customers and delivering on his promises.
Proximity is powerful, and by using it to your advantage, you can make the most of in-person events. Whether you're looking to network or learn, host Katie Richardson teaches how to add value and earn the right to share your pitch. Have a clear intention for attending the event, be radically curious about the people you meet, and you'll be sure to make lasting connections.
3 Key Takeaways
- Making lasting connections starts with making the decision to go to the event with clear intention.
- The difference between being in "learning mode" and "adding value mode.
- How to be genuinely curious about others in order to make deep connections.
Resources
Send Katie a DM if you’re interested in working together!
In this powerful episode, guest Joe McCall shares his story of how he went from being buried in debt, on the verge of losing his home and getting put in prison, to living the life of his dreams–while running his multi-million dollar business from a laptop. He shares how he did it by making a crucial life plan, facing financial struggles head on, and revising his perception of how much money you truly need to be financially free today on What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- Make a plan: know what you want and reverse engineer it. Start by sitting down and thinking about your ideal life.
- Create a system for tracking your expenses and income. If you’re not good at it; find someone who is–don’t stick your head in the sand.
- It’s NOT about making more money to gain financial freedom. Instead, determine how much money you need to make in order to live the lifestyle you want.
Resources
Rich Dad, Poor Dad by by Robert T. Kiyosaki, Tom Parks, et al.
Real Estate Investing Mastery Podcast
Profit First by Mike Michalowicz
The Big Leap and The Genius Zone by Gay Hendricks
YouTube
Webinar: simplelandclass.com
About Joe McCall
Joe is an entrepreneur, investor, and coach who is best known for his work in the real estate industry. He is also a podcaster and author, and is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and live their best life. Joe has an incredible story and unique perspective, which he shares in order to help others achieve their own dreams.
In today's world of social media and constant online connection, it's more important than ever to build relationships with potential customers. But with so much noise, how can you make sure you stand out and get quality leads? Amanda Holmes, CEO of Chet Holmes International, sits down with host Katie Richardson to share her top tips for using social media to build relationships. Make sure you're top-of-mind when your potentials are ready to buy on this episode of What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- You don’t want to build rapport with everyone. Amanda shows how to identify and focus on your REAL ideal client so that you can make contacts that will double your sales.
- Follow Amanda’s mantra: get in their face, place, and space. This means frequent commenting on their social platforms and showing up where they attend.
- If you’re approaching your ideal client and talking about yourself, you will NOT gain leads. Instead, relate to what interests THEM.
Resources
Visit ultimatesalesmachine.com to purchase the book and get access to the 47 point ideal client checklist
About Amanda
Amanda Holmes is the CEO of Chet Holmes International, a company that specializes in helping businesses double their sales. She took over the company at 24, after her father passed away from cancer. Since then, she has grown the company significantly, and is passionate about helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses.
Amanda realized that the key to success was understanding who her ideal client was and focusing on them. She created a system called the Dream 100, which involves focusing on the 100 people who could change your world.
After weathering the Great Recession, guest Rob Kosberg wrote a book that helped him launch a new business in the midst of economic turmoil. By founding Best Seller Publishing, Rob helps entrepreneurs write, launch, and profit from their own best-selling book. Today, he shares his experience in overcoming adversity and growing a successful business from the ground up and is ready to talk to you and host Katie Richardson about lead generation on this episode of What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- How Rob Kosberg's book helped him generate leads and grow his business during the last recession.
- It is so important to use your book as a lead generation tool. Focus on selling your business product, not on selling copies of your book.
- Rob provides several specific ways you can use your book for lead generation, including sending it to past and current clients.
Resources
Publish, Promote, Profit by Rob Kosberg
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Rob’s website: publishpromoteprofit.com
About Rob Kosberg
Rob is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, and the founder of Best Seller Publishing. Rob’s Publish. Promote. Profit.™ book and system have been used by tens of thousands of authors in dozens of countries. Simply put, Rob helps entrepreneurs become the go-to authority in their market by writing, launching and profiting with a best selling book.
He has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, Forbes and Entrepreneur magazine as well as hundreds of other shows, podcasts, magazines and articles.
Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut, doing the same things over and over again but not seeing the results you want? Are you tired of taking advice that doesn't work and just leaves you feeling more frustrated? Today on What’s Working Now, guest Justin Stoddart shares how this isn’t just a result of being ungrateful. Find what brings you energy again and make a difference with advice from this man “who’s living and building his business on sound principles” (Katie Richardson).
3 Key Takeaways
- If you have a good job but are feeling inner turmoil, it’s probably not that you’re just being ungrateful. Justin shares the ways you can tell you’re just not finding ways to grow in your current situation.
- How to look for clues that you are uniquely positioned to add value in a certain area and walk toward the direction of your goals.
- Remember that the most important thing you will do is within the walls of your own home. Business gives you more options to keep that as a focus.
Resources
The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
Website
About Justin Stoddart
Justin was an executive at a mortgage company who decided to leave his corporate job and start his own entrepreneurial empire. He is now the author of The Upstream Model, the host of the top podcast Think Bigger Real Estate, and the founder of a coaching and training company. Justin attributes his success to his restless soul and his desire to always be growing.
Damon Burton is a guy who knows how to get results when it comes to driving traffic. He doesn't rely on paid ads or a big email list because he doesn't need to–he has more SEO customers than he knows what to do with. Tune in today on What’s Working Now to learn alongside host Katie Richardson to use both your successes and your failures and your witness of what other people do wrong to guide you toward your goals. Whether it's in business, productivity, or family life, look for the opportunity to learn and level up.
3 Key Takeaways
- How Damon went from working for an employer who was later sentenced to 32 years in federal prison to becoming a successful entrepreneur himself.
- Life will teach you the things you need to learn if you will listen. Accept that everything is your fault in the sense that you control the direction you move in.
- The number one secret to being a successful entrepreneur (It may be simpler than you think!).
Resources
Freeseobook.com (Download his book, Outrank, instantly and get directed to the Facebook group!)
Damon’s Facebook
Website: damonburton.com
Gtmetrix.com
ImageOptim app for Macs
Caesium for Windows
Answerthepublic.com
Ninja Outreach
Pitchbox
About Damon Burton
Over a decade ago, this husband and father of three beat a billion dollar company by outranking their website on Google. Since then, he knew he was onto something and went on to build an international search engine marketing company that’s worked with NBA teams and Inc 5000 & Shark Tank featured businesses.
Since founding his company SEO National in 2007, he writes for Forbes, has been featured in publications including Entrepreneur Magazine, BuzzFeed and USA Weekly, and has helped high-profile clients make more in a month than they used to in a year.
Not only does Burton bring an easy-to-follow approach to increasing your revenue and online visibility, he’s a trusted educator on the subject and has literally written the book on how to “outrank” your competition. His new book, Outrank, serves as a guide to those who want to dominate Google’s search results without paying for ads.
Today’s guest is a deeply successful entrepreneur, with experience changing a business from zero to ten million dollars in just a few years. Blake Newbar joins host Katie Richardson to explain what he’s learned about building a business. Hear how there’s always something you can do that people want to watch and learn from, the power in helping others have possibility, and how to handle stress through a new lens on this episode of What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- Adopt the ready, fire, aim mentality: when you get an idea, work on it! Don’t wait for perfect timing.
- Defocus on the state of the economical environment you’re in if it doesn’t directly apply to your idea. A good idea will do well regardless.
- Stop hanging off of your greatest failures and instead use them as a vetting process. Every failure leads you one step closer to the right way.
Resources
Viralnomics by Jonathan Goodman
Dot Com Secrets by Russel Brunson
Website
Join his free Facebook group, Freedom Fighters
About Blake Nubar
Blake started out completely broke working 70 hour weeks at his dead end operations job.
In few short years, Blake built several wildly profitable online businesses and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs do the same with his unique approach to launching sales funnels.
Blake has one of the best (if not the best) track records in this industry and has helped countless others build a life-changing business online with his training.
He usually charges over 6-figures to work with clients one on one, but reveals the exact same secret methods in this webinar.
If you're a business owner or entrepreneur who feels like you're stuck in a rut, struggling to get ahead financially or grow your business, this episode on What’s Working Now is for you. You'll hear from Nicholas Bayerle, an expert on business growth, on how he used a system to get financial stability, growth, and improved quality of life. He'll outline how he did it in detail alongside host Katie Richardson and explain how you can use the same system to achieve your own goals.
3 Key Takeaways
- To sell people on the vision of why they should work with you in a down economy, show them why they should jump on board with the vision and choose you over everyone else.
- When you’re in a recession, it's volatile. There's even more opportunity for you right now. Counter that fear narrative and see those chances that you’re missing.
- It's important to remember that not all industries are affected equally. Some industries, such as healthcare and food production, are actually doing quite well in a down economy.
Resources
YouTube
Website
About Nicholas Bayerle
Nicholas is an entrepreneur that is in love with the hustle. Growing up, no one would have thought he would be the guy to land a hot wife, build a successful business, and live a healthy/fit lifestyle. He is 25 and created one of the top lifestyle brands for men, The Billion Dollar Body. Nicholas was named top 21 influencers and top 30 under 30 influencers. He puts on masterminds and live events, where hundreds of men come to grow themselves and their impact.
We’re in a recession. That means a ton of added stress when it comes to managing your business.
So in this episode of What's Working Now?, Katie Richardson shares the story of how she pulled her company out of the 2008 recession by leveraging her design thinking combined with some ancient wisdom to create something that didn't previously exist.
Katie discovered an invisible lever that she could pull to catapult her business well past her competitors. It was the key to her success, and it can be the key to your success, too, if you want to learn more about how to get there.
Don’t miss the chance to attend this workshop on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 and permanently transform your business.
3 Key Takeaways
- Design thinking can help you solve problems and grow your business; we’ll talk about it in the episode.
- There is an invisible lever that can help you magnify your success and I’m ready to share it with YOU.
- The world needs you during times of recession and volatility now more than ever.
Resources
Go tohttps://go.katierichardson.com/recessionto sign up for this one-time opportunity workshop with Katie!
Guest Carl Gould shares his work mantra: “Is this product obnoxious enough?” As Carl has discovered in his industry, being “obnoxious” holds a different connotation, meaning: “Is it high enough in value to justify the premium price?” Join his discussion with host Katie Richardson on boldly addressing industry needs that no one else will, tenants of the obnoxious offer, and how to set up your business offers to tell you where you are in a recession on this highly informative episode of What’s Working Now.
3 Key Takeaways
- Your job is to find the “passionate buyer” whose willing to overpay if value is attached to an offer. This means you either need to be at the highest or lowest cost; the rest is noise.
- Your business will tell you exactly where your industry is in a recession by offering your customers three different options of premium, freemium, and bundled.
- You can only grow to the level of discomfort that you can handle at the time. Your business grows with you, so embrace that discomfort.
Resources
Outliersby Malcolm Gladwell
The Celestine Prophesy by James Redfield et al.
Website: carl360.com (the best way to contact Carl, view all his social links, and preorder his new book, The Obnoxious Offer)
About Carl Gould
Carl is a worldwide leading authority on business and entrepreneurship, a business keynote speaker, and best-selling author. Carl’s company, 7 Stage Advisors, helps organizations grow to the next level. 7 Stage Advisors has mentored the launch of over five thousand businesses.
Gould created the farthest-reaching business mentoring organization in the world and his methodologies are in practice in 35 countries. He has trained, certified, or accredited over 7,000 Business Coaches and Mentors since 2002.
Marketing specialist Brittni Schroeder shares her wisdom from over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur on this episode of What’s Working Now. Gain insight into the impact of just putting your ideas into action and how to establish online relationships effectively. See the proof behind her conviction that at the end of the day, if you aren’t willing to put in the work, you’re not going to reach the success that you want.
3 Key Takeaways
- Stop waiting for the perfect time and put your ideas into action. Utilize your failures as learning moments.
- Repurpose your content, both from old posts and across social platforms. You’re not bugging people; they’ll only see it on their most prominent platform.
- Start creating your SOPS now, especially if you’re just starting an entrepreneurial venture. This will prepare you to delegate responsibility effectively in the future.
Resources
Anatomy of Peace by The Arbinger Institute:
Website: www.brittnischroeder.com
Instagram: @brittni.schroeder
About Brittni Schroeder
Brittni learned early that she had the ability to connect with people. She began a career as a photographer and was the Editor-In-Chief of a Photography Magazine, then establishing a successful photography business. Her work was featured in the Wall Street Journal, Good Morning America, and she was named one of The Most Influential Photographers in 2016.
When Brittni hit her 30’s, she was gifted with the 5lbs that never goes away and a mid-life crisis. She was ready and eager for a new challenge and more purpose; she knew she needed to use her gifts and story to teach entrepreneurs what they are capable of. She refined her skills and became certified as a life coach specializing in business coaching and confidence. Now, Brittni not only gives you the tools to run a successful business but helps you manage your mind so you can maximize those tools. In short: she teaches you how to go from good to great in your business and in your life.
Host Katie Richardson is joined by infamous podcaster and voice of authority, Rick Jordan to talk about all aspects of entrepreneurship from cybersecurity for the everyday business to how he manages to remain present in the midst of major growth. Learn the power behind intention and what you need to know as a CEO with digital information to keep your business–and life–safe on this episode of What’s Working Now.
Show Notes
[1:00] Guest Rick Jordan shares how experience after his dad passing shaped who he is today
[2:53] What are some of the things Rick mentioned he had to work on to improve himself and his mindset?
Once you learn to have compassion for others, you will begin to foster compassion for yourself
[6:45] Rick asks to share a special message to the CEOs listening, specifically
[11:25] Where does Rick’s “all in” capacity and drive come from?
[8:15] Rick shares ways in his life that he continues to define his intention
Make the decision ahead of time to be present in each aspect of your life
[22:23] There are many ways you can remain grounded while you grow big
[27:06] What are some things Rick wishes he would have known before his company went public?
[31:42] Don’t force things to happen; forcing can only cause stress.
[34:00] What are some basic things CEOs need to be aware of to stay safe online?
[38:00] Are there things we should avoid employing and instead go to someone like Rick?
Freeze Your credit reports
[44:15] Rick answers WWN’s rapid-fire round
3 Key Takeaways
- As soon as you lose intention, it will grow impossible to meet your goals. Even if you don’t feel like it, keeping intention will get you across that threshold.
- Hackers already have access to your social security and addresses. It’s time to start worrying about what they could do with that information without the right systems in place.
- Stop trying to force things to happen. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do the work, but things will flow if they are meant to be in place at that time.
Resources
Rick’s podcast, All In
Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill
The Power of One More by Ed Mylett
The Way of the Wolf by Jordan Belfort
Webroot
Truepeoplesearch.com, the public database aggregator
About Rick Jordan
Two things in life Rick never runs away from: problems or hard work. (Well three: Scotch)
From the kid building his own computer at 10 to earning $30K in sales commissions at 19 to writing the B2B sales playbook for Best Buy to founding two award-winning MSPs dedicated to cybersecurity, Rick never met a challenge he couldn’t solve. And the solution is usually doing the work.
As a nationally recognized voice on cybersecurity, business ethics, and motivation, Rick has had the privilege to speak at NASDAQ, Harvard, and Coca Cola, and appear as an expert guest on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.
He is also the host of the hit podcast ALL IN With Rick Jordan which you can find anywhere you
Nate Woodbury, creator of new lead strategy “Leaf” method and host of over 20 YouTube channels joins host Katie Richardson to talk shop about YouTube’s labyrinth of algorithms and why you are likely looking in the wrong places to generate leads. Hear his insights on why it’s simpler than you think (you don’t need to pay for leads) and even what entrepreneurship and Disney’s Moana have in common.
Show Notes
[1:05] Guest Nate Woodbury shares an experience that shaped who he is today
[5:15] Nate explains why Moana is one of his favorite movies and what it has to do with entrepreneurship
[7:20] The calling of entrepreneurship can sometimes make it easy to question your calling, but it's up to you
[10:10] Nate gives an explanation of why his lead courses are different from the norm
[14:50] It’s okay to cut your losses and focus on a new method that brings results more easily
[18:25] Find a question, even if it seems there are only 25 people asking, and Google Ranking will expand your reach for similarly asked questions
[23:18] Is there a window of time to determine that YouTube really likes you?
[27:50] Do you need to have a certain number of subscribers?
[31:11] Nate explains the ways that people can learn and get involved in his leaf method and who it works for
[35:27] What would Nate say to people who fear going behind the camera?
[38:18] Nate answers What’s Working Now’s rapid fire round
3 Key Takeaways
- Worry less about the number of people asking the question and more about niching down. Google will make your video a response to similar questions.
- You have ALL the equipment necessary to start utilizing YouTube. Stop waiting to be perfectly polished or you’ll never get there.
- It’s okay to cut your losses and focus on a new, easier method that brings higher results, even if you spent a lot of time and money on the old approach. Learn to let that go and accept what you learned.
Resources
Visit natesfreetraining.com to learn his new YouTube strategy
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber
Nate’s YouTube channel
Website: betheherostudios.com
About Nate Woodbury
Nate Woodbury is a YouTube Producer, currently producing a variety of "How To" YouTube channels. He helps them grow their YouTube following, and turn their channels into lead generation machines that generate seven figures. His largest channel generates over $1M per month all from organic YouTube traffic.
You have expertise that people need, but people don't know you exist. Nate helps you make strategic videos to ensure these people find you, follow you, and trust you. By leveraging your expertise on YouTube, you build a massive following, that will buy whatever you present to them.
Nate is a master of efficiency and his brain always thinks in reference to the end result. Because activity without a focus on results is a waste of time, he's innovated ways to minimize time and expense and maximize results.
Nate Woodbury, creator of new lead strategy “Leaf” method and host of over 20 YouTube channels joins host Katie Richardson to talk shop about YouTube’s labyrinth of algorithms and why you are likely looking in the wrong places to generate leads. Hear his insights on why it’s simpler than you think (you don’t need to pay for leads) and even what entrepreneurship and Disney’s Moana have in common.
Show Notes
[1:05] Guest Nate Woodbury shares an experience that shaped who he is today
[5:15] Nate explains why Moana is one of his favorite movies and what it has to do with entrepreneurship
[7:20] The calling of entrepreneurship can sometimes make it easy to question your calling, but it's up to you
[10:10] Nate gives an explanation of why his lead courses are different from the norm
[14:50] It’s okay to cut your losses and focus on a new method that brings results more easily
[18:25] Find a question, even if it seems there are only 25 people asking, and Google Ranking will expand your reach for similarly asked questions
[23:18] Is there a window of time to determine that YouTube really likes you?
[27:50] Do you need to have a certain number of subscribers?
[31:11] Nate explains the ways that people can learn and get involved in his leaf method and who it works for
[35:27] What would Nate say to people who fear going behind the camera?
[38:18] Nate answers What’s Working Now’s rapid fire round
3 Key Takeaways
- Worry less about the number of people asking the question and more about niching down. Google will make your video a response to similar questions.
- You have ALL the equipment necessary to start utilizing YouTube. Stop waiting to be perfectly polished or you’ll never get there.
- It’s okay to cut your losses and focus on a new, easier method that brings higher results, even if you spent a lot of time and money on the old approach. Learn to let that go and accept what you learned.
Resources
Visit natesfreetraining.com to learn his new YouTube strategy
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber
Nate’s YouTube channel
Website: betheherostudios.com
About Nate Woodbury
Nate Woodbury is a YouTube Producer, currently producing a variety of "How To" YouTube channels. He helps them grow their YouTube following, and turn their channels into lead generation machines that generate seven figures. His largest channel generates over $1M per month all from organic YouTube traffic.
You have expertise that people need, but people don't know you exist. Nate helps you make strategic videos to ensure these people find you, follow you, and trust you. By leveraging your expertise on YouTube, you build a massive following, that will buy whatever you present to them.
Nate is a master of efficiency and his brain always thinks in reference to the end result. Because activity without a focus on results is a waste of time, he's innovated ways to minimize time and expense and maximize results.
Host Katie Richardson has had the opportunity to watch today’s guest–a personal friend and widely successful businesswoman–grow from $0 to MILLIONS in four years. Hear details of Krista Mashore’s upbringing that she wouldn’t share with anyone until a year ago and get inspired to utilize the power of your mindset to shape your choices and become successful at home and at work. As a bonus: join Krista’s free mindset challenge course (through August 5) hosting top entrepreneurs as speakers.
Show Notes
[1:40] Krista shares her story living in and out of homes that shaped who she is today
[7:24] What is Krista’s goal and objective that drives her forward while building a large business?
Action alone is not enough; you have to believe in yourself with certainty
[12:40] Looking back on her rocket ship business over the last four years: Krista shares some of the things that contributed to her success
[16:25] Krista shares how she manages her team so a balance stays on their focuses on customers and marketing?
Hire the right people ahead of when you’ll need them- hire smart and hire slow
[21:20] What does handling nearly fifty employees look like on a day-to day basis for Krista?
[26:18] Catching up with our realities while keeping long-term goals; repetition is mastery for continuing to grow
[31:35] How has all of this business and mindset change affected Krista’s children and home life?
[39:50] Krista explains what’s behind her free limitless prosperity challenge available until August 5
[41:50] Krista answers WWN’s rapid fire question round
3 Key Takeaways
- Be obsessed over your customer. Put them ahead of your money, and then the money will come.
- Focus down on ONE thing to improve. Trial and error through that until you’ve optimized it.
- Your successes don’t come from your actions. They come from your THOUGHTS.
Resources
Go to limitlessprosperitychallenge.com through August 5th, take Kristen’s free mindset challenge class (Katie will be there to speak on July 25!)
Website: kristamashore.com
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
About Krista Mashore
Krista Mashore has been in the top 1 % of realtors nationwide for 20 years. Krista is the author of four best selling books focusing on digital marketing and has been named Yahoo Finance’s number 1 digital marketer to watch in 2021! She has been featured in Forbes, Inman News, The Wall Street Journal, NBC, Fox, and many more! Krista recently took her new coaching business from zero to 25+ million dollars in just under four years. She is the recipient of seven Two Comma-Club Awards, and one Two Comma Club X Award and one Two Comma Club C Award for 25 million + in online sales.
Krista has a masters degree in curriculum and instruction. Always being a teacher at heart, she loves serving people and has turned her attention to sharing the secrets of her successes by coaching professionals across the nation. Through her coaching, teaching, speaking and training, Krista is revolutionizing the way agents and lenders market themselves online. She offers an innovative step-by-step approach on how entrepreneurs can gain a massive digital footprint.
Scott Anderson joins Katie Richardson on What’s Working Now to explain how understanding an addict helps you understand Burnout. It’s real. It’s diagnosable. It’s overcomeable.
Scott knows first-hand the effects of addiction and the unwillingness to recover. He has found the unwillingness comes from wanting to bullhead one’s way through the problem with previous knowledge. It takes new knowledge and outside viewpoints to overcome.
3 Key Takeaways
- Burnout is a real, diagnosable disorder.
- The stress of entrepreneurship is dangerously addicting.
- Changing things externally is easy. Don’t take the easy route. Change things inside.
Show Notes
[1:50] Scott starts his origin story.
[3:00] You don’t have to put your mental and physical health on the line as an entrepreneur.
[7:00] Scotts burnout story.
[9:30] Resentment, one of the top 3 symptoms of burnout.
[13:00] Scott explains the burnout phenomenon.
[15:25] Are you on the train to “Burnout City”.
[15:55] Burnout is a distinct bonafide disorder on its own, according to the W.H.O.
[20:35] The stress of entrepreneurship is dangerously addicting.
[22:40] You will burn out. If you don’t discover another way of living your life.
[27:48] A profound sense of perfectionism keeps entrepreneurs from true growth.
[30:24] Giving up control is harder than it seems
[33:05] Recovery can happen quicker than you would think.
[34:30] It’s all up to me. This belief can destroy you.
[35:30] Being “The Guy” is like Heroin.
[39:00] There is hope.
[39:45] We say, “I’ll do anything”, as long as it's external, in order to not have to change things inside.
[42:00] I’m willing to do anything to recover except recover. You've missed your greatest opportunity.
[47:00] Scott unfolds his profound forgiveness process.
Resources
Ateaseusa.org
Burnout Breakthrough
Untethered Soul
CEO Insights
Whatsworkingnow.com
About Scott Anderson
Scott Anderson is a serial entrepreneur, currently launching company number five, having sold six of his companies. He's an executive coach, a licensed mental health therapist, and founder of PTSD Treatment, Tech Accelerator. And the website for that is ateaseusa.org. He's the creator of Burnout Breakthrough, a system proven to help leaders and their teams recover from and prevent the exhaustion and hopelessness of burnout in order to live their best lives ever.
Host Katie Richardson welcomes guest Ray Higdon to the What’s Working Now show. Ray has mastered the control of his thoughts and self-correctional behavior. Aside from his massive business and monetary accomplishments, he has spent the last several years “getting his mind right”. Katie and Ray will walk you through the process of awareness, and how to work through negative thoughts.
[1:45] Ray shares his perspective shaping story.
[2:20] Death of the old self.
[3:30] “I’m not a priority” program.
[8:45] Steps to get unstuck.
[9:25] You’ve trained your body to do things whether you’ve meant to or not.
[12:00] Step 1 to making a change: Becoming aware.
[14:25] Don’t just change the reflection, change yourself. Meaning, don’t focus on the outward issues.
[16:00] From Ogre to 1st place ballroom dancer: Ray’s story of mentally getting out of his own way of ballroom dance growth.
[18:00] See it in your head before your senses see it
[24:00] Don’t notice all of your missteps, shift your focus.
[25:00] As long as you’re holding onto the familiar past, then you’ll have a predictable future.
[25:45] Ask yourself powerful questions.
[26:10] Rays shares his powerful questions to ask yourself.
[28:45] Express the negativity you don’t want to have in order to free yourself from it.
[29:45} Ask yourself: What’s the worst thing that could happen, and what’s the best that could happen?
[32:18] When you set an intention, you're going to get it. Unless you focus on the things you don’t like and you smother the intention.
[35:55] Ray shares his previous social anxieties.
[38:30] Again awareness will change your life and the lives of those around you.
[39:52] It’s not too late to change.
[49:00] The rich get richer and the poor get poorer, because both are good about verifying what they believe to be true.
3 Key Takeaways
- You have to see it in your head before you see it in your senses.
- As long as you're holding onto the familiar past, then you’ll have a predictable future.
- The rich get richer and the poor get poorer, because both are good about verifying what they believe to be true.
Resources
Time, Money, Freedom
Dr. Joe Dispenza's product suite
Ray’s Instagram
About Ray Higdon
Ray Higdon is a best-selling author, coach, high-energy speaker, and philanthropist. Going from foreclosure to multimillion-dollar success in a few short years, Ray’s journey to excellence has been fueled by an unrelenting passion for teaching people how to find their voice and understand their worth.
Katie welcomes this rockstar to the What's Working Now show. Chris Lee has paid his dues in struggles and pain, but his tenacity for regimented daily routines has paid off. Chris has taken his business, Solgen Power, to the 12th fastest-growing, privately held company in the nation. Building this 200-million-dollar company in four and a half years, all while fostering an amazing relationship with his wife of 17 years, Andrea, and his 5 kids, is no small feat. Chris shares the habits he’s learned, that he believes have led him to where he is.
3 Key Takeaways
- “You're never going to be able to change somebody, but you can always change the way you treat somebody.” - Chris Lee
- Association, Spirituality, Economics, Physique, if a principle is true, it will be applicable to all 4.
- Put God first. As you make money it's easy to question spiritual things. Don’t.
Resources
Chris’ Facebook
Chris’ Instagram
CEO Insights
whatsworkingnow.com
Atomic Habits
Leadership and Self-Deception
Bonds That Make Us Free
About
Chris Lee is a Washington State native and currently resides with his family in Pasco, Washington. Chris is first and foremost a family man. Chris and his wife Andrea are raising 5 beautiful children and hope to create a brighter future for them and their posterity through balancing their carbon footprint. Chris is a successful entrepreneur and has been called a creative genius by his colleagues. He is passionate about his team, giving back to his community, and influencing others for the better. Chris’ entrepreneurial mind and experience in the solar community have helped him catapult Solgen Power to be one of the fastest-growing Solar Installation companies in the nation.
You and Katie Richardson explore Tom Shipley’s vast portfolio of business experience on today's episode of What’s Working Now. Tom has figured out how to keep his family as the main focus in his life while taking his brands to 2 Billion dollars in business to consumer products.
Much of Tom’s business sense is gleaned from his service in the Isreal Defense Force Special Forces. Where he learned teamwork and relentless resilience. Check it out in this episode.
3 Key Takeaways
- Getting knocked down will happen. Get back up and push yourself forward.
- Add zeros to your ideas. In other words, think bigger. Don’t limit yourself by thinking small.
- Your family has to be at the center of everything you do. Be there. Have structured time together.
Resources
Tom’s Website
Tom’s Facebook
Tom’s Instagram
About Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, E-Commerce and platform investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and over the past 20-years has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building.
Tom’s brands have sold over $2B through Direct-to-Consumer Marketing and Retail. His brands are widely recognized household names that can be seen on TV, radio, online, Amazon, and found in major retailers like Costco, Ulta, CVS, Nordstroms, HSN, and more.
Tom Shipley is strategic advisor to Snow Oral Care (Teeth Whitening) as well as the co-founder of Foundry. Foundry is an E-commerce and Amazon brand aggregator which raised $100m in 2021 to create a leading digital-first consumer brands company.
Most recently, Tom is the co-founder & CEO of AVA – Agency Ventures Aggregator – leading the charge to acquire and scale 30 advertising agencies per year, creating value through programmatic scaling and a people-first approach in order to compete head-to-head with traditional global advertising agency holding companies.
Katie Richardson welcomes you back to an episode of What’s Working Now in beautiful Puerto Rico with a special guest: her son! Join her and Walker Richardson in their discussion of what it was like for Walker to grow up in a purely entrepreneurial home and the impact it had on his ideas of business and the world. Get his first hand advice to those looking to lead their young children in their entrepreneurial footsteps.
3 Key Takeaways
- Involve your kids in your business. They don’t need to have hands in it all, but if you make them feel a valued member, you foster their entrepreneurial spirit.
- You can learn more from traveling abroad in business than you think. Katie’s son lives with a significantly better mindset because of their business decision to expand overseas.
- Coaching can not only help to balance your work life but also bring value into your home. Walker was young and still noticed the change in Katie after engaging in coaching.
Resources
Rich Dad, Poor Dadby Robert T. Kiyosaki
Atomic Habitsby James Clear
Books by Napoleon Hill
Katie’s Fun Life program: www.katierichardson.com/funlife
Our host Katie Richardson is ecstatic to share this “fabulous conversation” with guest and intuition expert, James M. Powell, on today’s episode of What’s Working Now. Katie promises you will “see the world through new eyes” as you learn to give credence to your natural intuition and find out more about the truly powerful connection between your heart, mind, and gut. Take advantage of the resources available to you, from you, today.
3 Key Takeaways
- It’s not a matter of lacking natural intuition. It’s a matter of bringing back the intuition we were taught to discard.
- Feelings can be real, tangible information that your body has given you and can become actionable steps. Learn to listen to these.
- Intuition is light; it’s about the electromagnetism and intelligence your heart gives to your mind, and then your mind gives to your gut. A “gut instinct” is not just a whim decision.
Resources
Sign up to receive his podcast newsletter on thespiritualitypodcast.com
There had to be a better way of doing things. Today’s guest on the What’s Working Now show is successful businessman and podcaster, Liam Leonard. Liam will share alongside host Katie Richardson the raw and painful truth behind grinding at 100% for the next big leg up. The most important part: Liam elected to follow an invitation to change because he had the awareness that something was off. Now, after just six months, his life is transformed. Tune in today to learn how.
3 Key Takeaways
- Choosing to spend more time with the people who matter does NOT mean you have to sacrifice your occupational goals. It means you need to structure your life differently.
- What do you want to be remembered for at home and at work? Is it enough to be a national CEO (and will that matter to your kids)?
- Liam moved from 80-120 hours in a work week to 40 or less, and now he’s making more connections and receiving more leads than before. I’ll talk about why that happens.
Resources
Debsite: dmlcap.com
liamleonard@dmlcap.com
Liam’s Linkedin
Send Katie a DM on Instagram: @katie.live
For this episode on the What’s Working Now podcast, meet our guest for the first time alongside host Katie Richardson, who booked a meeting with guest Seth Ellsworth immediately upon seeing his social profile. Listen to his raw and inspiring story of how to get out of a place where you reached your dream and, yet, you’re living a nightmare at the same time. Reframe your mindset to allow you to be yourself, feel openly, and make good choices–today.
3 Key Takeaways
- Seth shares his favorite, two-part mental framework that will help you make choices the right way.
- YOU are the most important craft that you’re working on every day.
- Your mind is powerful enough to create and destroy; train it to allow you to just be you.
Resources
Website: breakthroughchallenge.com
Also visit sethellsworth.com
About
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There’s none of that here. It’s just me. So let’s drop the guises.
If that’s weird for you, it’s okay. I’m not trying to fit into anyone’s mold.
I don’t care to be known outside of this: I’m a professional family man with a message.
Today's episode of the What's Working Now show is different than usual. It's just you and host Katie Richardson, where she's going to share a pivotal realization as she was becoming the founder of a multi-million-dollar business that changed her entire future.
Learn about the moments in Katie's life that became incumbent upon her newly-made operational system of thoughts, actions, and ideas. Most excitingly, get information on the first--and likely the last--ever workshop she's opening to you on April 15th, where you can work face-to-face with Katie toward building the life you wish you had.
It turns out, it really is possible to have it all.
3 Key Takeaways
- It can be possible to lead the life you've always wanted, no matter how big it feels.
- Katie's operating system will teach you how to reprogram your mind to fit that life.
- Join her first-ever workshop and learn from Katie's experience face-to-face!
Resources
Learn more about Katie's operating system workshop and sign up to start toward the life you want!
go.katierichardson.com/workshop
It's time to level up your life and grow your business as a result! Today on The What's Working Now our host Katie Richardson presents Dr. Michael Turner, a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, who has helped to personally change Katie's life into a painless and energetic experience. Learn the direct correlation between your sleep and the next day's productivity. Get tips on why altering what you include in your meal, among other tips and tricks, will increase your white blood count so that you can grind without a bind. Finally, Dr. Turner will share what keeps him invested and energized in a field that suffers pressure from social and political pushback (and it's not about the money).
3 Key Takeaways
- Michael's 4 main ways entrepreneurs can improve their health
- How eating something as simple as garlic will increase your white blood cell count
- Why you should anticipate and do something pleasurable every day
Resources
Website: michaelturnermd.com
Get his PDF on preparing against COVID HERE
Michael's anti-aging services
Michael's men's health program
Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand
The inspiration that today's guest on the What's Working Now Show brings is enough to make host Katie Richardson exclaim with joy. Don't miss this meeting with "the amazing, exceptional, and absolutely incredible" George Bryant, a man who, despite a life filled with deep trauma, decided to up and give away his multi-billion-dollar busines and become a better man for his son. Today, George shares the raw, honest details about the defining moments in his life, urging you to reexamine your business frustrations and open up to the real problem that entrepreneurs tend to hustle past. Learn to reconnect human-to-human, because, ultimately, "If you sell a product for $100 people will pay it, but if you sell a relationship, people will pay $10 grand" (George Bryant).
3 Key Takeaways
- You're in the driver's seat! You control where you go and at what speed
- What you're sharing with people is already inside of them
- Entrepreneurs use business to distract from problems that are there
Resources
George's Podcast: The Mind of George Show
Instagram: @ItsGeorgeBryant
Website: mindofgeorge.com
The incredible and inspiring Gull Khan stars as the guest on today's episode of the What's Working Now Podcast. Gull shares with host Katie Richardson how she is no stranger to hardship and money management issues, with a past full of two abusive marriages and an onslaught of horrible self-esteem. But learn how this woman went from miserable, married, and a millionaire at 27 to coach, energy expert, happy mother, and empowering woman that she is today. Change your relationship with money by giving it an avatar presence and learn to take time to enter the quantum of the mind so that you can become your best money magnet.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why your past may be hurting your money mindset
- A money strategy that EVERYONE should adopt immediately
- How an eight-week study resulted in 42 millionaires
Resources
Gull's Podcast: Money Mindset with Gull Khan
Gull's book, The Laws of Money
Website
Gull's free gifted training course: 3 Steps to Becoming a Money Magnet
Money Mindset/free/gift/2*
*Get her two free energy coaching gifts as well, especially on cutting chords with your old self!
Katie Richardson brings two exceptional guests to the table on today's conversation on the What's Working Now show. Brothers, expert soccer players, and self-made entrepreneurs Luis and Fonzi Camejo run their own podcast, Content is Profit, where they've connected with hundreds of entrepreneurs and offered expert advice on producing effective content. Get key information on how they maintain a balance between a monetary gain/social marketing perspective and a healthy growth, business perspective. Find out why consistency should always be #1 at home or at work from their personal and, at times, painful experiences. Ultimately, re-center your perception of your worth apart from your entrepreneurial dream and find ways to work in spaces that energize you.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why consistency should be key in your business
- The danger of dabbling across too many content platforms
- Ways to keep a healthy relationship between you and your work partner (especially if it's family)
Resources
Podcast: Content is Profit
Website: contentisprofit.com
Social Handle: @bizbrosco
Instagram (send us a DM!)
Descript
Veed.io
Inferno by Dan Brown
Your Erroneous Zones by Wayne Dyer
Adam Sewell is a triple-board physician, but he is so much more than that. Adam is an entrepreneur looking to change the numeric, minimalist approach of physicians into a program that gets you to your optimal health--even if you aren't "sick." Join our host, Katie Richardson, as she interviews this exceptional guest on today's episode of What's Working Now. Apply his knowledge of systemizing a personal process into a teachable course to any entrepreneurial endeavor. Discover how mindset has power over outward impact down to your brain frequencies, and how your body has power over your creativity. As Adam explains, creating an impactful system all starts with asking: "Is this where I'm supposed to be?"
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you need to be okay with failing
- A reason to reexamine your energy and thought
- What opened a floodgate of doors for Adam in middle school
Resources
Social: @AdamSewellMD
Email: adam@adamsewellmd.com
Russell Brunson Books
Dan Kennedy Books
Ask and it is Given by Esther and Jerry Hicks
Join host Katie Richardson for another episode from her new location in tropical Costa Rica on this episode of the What’s Working Now Show. Katie is elated to bring on an exceptional human and entrepreneur who she met at a marketing event and was instantly affected by. Drew Manning will share his journey today going from success to rock bottom and back again alongside his journey from fit to fat to fit again. Deconstruct and identify his resources and tools that create tremendous success for your mental health FIRST and physical health second, and learn to welcome being genuine and trying new things!
3 Key Takeaways
- Why most of society’s perception of transformation is wrong
- Why you should always diversify your marketing efforts
- What to ask instead of “Why is this happening to me?”
Resources
Fit2Fat2Fit
Complete Keto
Website: fit2fat2fit.com
Social: @fit2fat2fit
The Four Agreementsby Don Miguel Ruiz with Janet Mills
Loving What Isby Byron Katie
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
Drew’s life coach, Kathryn Dixon
Our infamous host and podcaster, Katie Richardson, brings the first new episode of What’s Working Now from her new exotic and tropical location overseas. But that’s not the only exciting development of the episode, as Katie is “here with one of the most exceptional entrepreneurs on the planet,” Sharon Lechter. Sharon is an “awesome and amazing” mother, multi-published author, award winner, and genuine coach (among other things). Today, she brings her insights to their conversation about mindset as a cornerstone of success, how Sharon has organized financial teams, and what about mentoring that gets her out of bed ready and excited every morning. Listen in and learn why life should be what you love!
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you may need to step back and identify the areas where you can do the most good
- How to master the powerful connection between thoughts, words, and actions
- Why you need to rid yourself of stigma and allow yourself to be who you were designed to be
Resources
Email at info@sharonlechter (Please reach out; they’re here to help you!)g
Website: sharonlechter.com(get info about her mentoring programs)
ATM: atm.sharonlechter.com
The Personal Success Equation: personalsuccessequation.com (get a free download and launch the journey to your own success!)
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall
Host Katie Richardson is absolutely delighted to bring you a guest that is “so unique and different from all other entrepreneurs.” Today, join her perspective whimsical walk through Paris with guest Eva Jorgenson, world traveler, creative director, member of power couple duo, loving mother, and unquenchable question-asker. Eva sits down with Katie today to talk about why–and how–she and her husband decided to choose an unconventional life-route in order to preserve their thirst for creativity and design, from backpacking through Europe and working on farms to publishing her incredibly collaborative book today: Paris by Design.
3 Key Takeaways
- How you can bridge the gap between an idea and giving it a physical presence
- The power of vision boards in a creative (and entrepreneurial) world
- Why you need to be more open to possibilities
Resources
Instagram: sycamore_co, parisbydesignco
The Most Beautiful Walk in the World by John Baxter
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Eva’s book, Paris by Design
On this episode of the What’s Working Now Show, we get to take a look into host Katie Richardson’s coaching world by discussing the story of the “world’s most amazing entrepreneur,” in Katie’s opinion. Guest Josh Forti is one of Katie’s infamous “exceptional people,” not because he’s the multi-million-dollar success story that he is today, but because of how Josh learned to push through deeply dark times of identity crisis, crashing finances and management, and dehydrated relationships. Get inspired from Josh’s open personality about the absolute cruciality of knowing where you’re going and why you believe what you believe, and learn his four amazing reasons to push through your darkest days with proven tips on how to get out of that position in the first place.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why it’s more important to know where you’re going and why than it is to make money
- How high performers function differently from the average person
- The fallacies behind work/hustle culture that may be pitfalls for your entrepreneurial journey
Resources
Website: joshforti.com
Social: @joshforti
Podcast: The Josh Forti Effect
Expert Secrets by Russel Brunson
Our incredible host Katie Richardson is all flowing with her inspiring guest on today’s episode of the What’s Working Now Show. “Multi-incredible business coach and entrepreneur” Mike Zeller is a master coach and hugely successful businessman. But his success didn’t come without deep failure first, and he’s willing to share! Tune in today and learn how Mike uses his majorly painful, ill-timed failures of the past to help others build security in their success today by identifying their own life genius and doubling their “fail rate.” Tap into Mike’s wisdom and set fire to your potential by learning how to look at life through a lens of abundance.
3 Key Takeaways
- The one thing you can always control in a position of failure
- Key questions to ask before signing in on a partnership
- One powerful affirmation phrase that will change how you see yourself
Resources
Mike’s Website: mikezeller.com
Social Media: @TheMikeZeller
Get his book, The Genius Within, FREE plus shipping at geniuswithin.com or on Amazon
OR
Access his other book, 6 Steps to Finding You’re a Genius:text GENIUSU to 474747 (North America)
The Science of Getting Richby Wallace D. Wattles
You’re a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero
The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr
Four Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler
Our host Katie Richardson is ready to kick off the new year right with an “exceptional guest,” CEO and co-founder of Marketplace Superheroes and now Grow My Reach: Stephen Somers. Stephen joins Katie to talk about how he pulled such a wide variety of products into one online store that is continually booming. Stephen will also teach us about the power of pushing back fear and utilizing unfamiliar social platforms like TikTok. Jump into their conversation today and get a wealth of information on marketing, keeping the core focus, and applying tactical simplicity.
3 Key Takeaways
- Elements that are causing Stephen’s TikTok videos to be successful
- The absolute cruciality of communication in the workplace
- The power of accepting realism in your own life in order to unlock energy and potential
Resources
Ready, Fire, Aim by Michael Masterson
Millionaire FastLane by MJ DeMarco
Slack
ClickUp
Join host Katie Richardson in her pure excitement to introduce you to our new guest who, as Katie explains, “will inspire you, give you something that’s actionable, and revitalize your passion” all in this one episode on The What’s Working Now Podcast! Guest Brian Bogert will share his incredible personal catalysts that launched him into a better lifestyle of intentionally impacting others for better by first focusing on his inner self. Learn today the absolute importance of self-checking with your emotions, honestly identifying your shame and triggers, and being your most authentic self–societal prescriptions aside!
Find out today how addressing your inner demons will manifest power outwardly and see how, though Brian’s been able to expand business to over 15 million in under a decade, his true focus will always be on “one moment, one breath, one person at a time.”
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you need to identify and understand your shame
- Why you should focus on the “who” before the “what”
- Why you need to learn to properly apologize in order to become a great leader
Resources
Social: @bogertbrian
Website: brianbogert.com
Text with him: (602) 704-5189
Mindset by Carol Dweck
Our illustrious host, Katie Richardson, is absolutely enthused to invite two special guests of a dynamic mother/daughter duo, who Katie explains she connected with immediately. Guests Carey Conley and Laurel Wilson are major influencers and fosters of vision. Their all-encompassing program forhow to create vision inside your business was launched forward by two very personal, very devastating suicides in their family. Now, their purpose is so much more than a program; it’s to help those who are struggling find their purpose in life and live better because of it. And as Katie will explain, you will not want to miss this episode about realigning your purpose with your future life projections and allowing yourself to hold the power to dream.
3 Key Takeaways
- What you may be missing if you’re feeling unfulfilled even if you’re busy
- The power of openly talking about your pain
- Why you need to ask yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing
Resources
Carey’s Website: careyconley.com
@Carey Conley
@Laurel Wilson
Their Facebook Group: Vision-driven Life
Their book: Keep Looking Up
Oola
Today’s episode of What’s Working Now is another one for the books. Host Katie Richardson’s guest is known by many names: Jean Claude Doornick, JC, the DRAGON, but whatever you call him, what he does is impressive. Jean Claude is a humanitarian, founder of an under health transformation company, author, podcaster, active family member, and genuine life-liver.
Today, JC shares how his story from false confidence, to suicidal lows, and now to an abundantly thankful and prosperous life has shaped how he decides to wake up every day, how he spends his time helping others, and reprioritized his family and the true meaning of success. Get crazy inspired today to keep trying, utilize compassion, and be a healthy “taker.”
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you need to say “thank you” as soon as you open your eyes
- The importance of remaining compassionately curious
- How to avoid being affected by “flow burglars”
Resources
The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
The Art of War by Sun Tzu
LinkedIn: @Dr.JC Doornick
Today on The What’s Working Now Podcast, Host Katie Richardson is absolutely thrilled to be joined by a young entrepreneur who switched her life from a “meh” corporate job to a self-run business that reaches OVER the millions and has already received awards from Microsoft and Business Insider in one year. Just since they last talked, guest Kat Norton gained an additional 200,000 followers in a week. Kat is a nomadic entrepreneur who teaches Microsoft Excel, growing a community by using her energy and enthusiasm for what she does to transfer time-making knowledge to the masses.
You may be surprised, however, to hear that Kat’s methods for success didn’t involve a single business plan, marketing team, or even any team at all. Join them for this highly energetic and inspiring message about the power of getting to know your own body and how you can get hyped into sharing your unique energy with others, whatever form it may be in.
3 Key Takeaways
- The best part about co-creating with the universe
- Kat’s secret sauce to coming up with fresh viral videos
- Why you need to ask your body about your business decisions
Resources
Follow Kat onInstagram and TikTok: @miss.excel
Dr. Joe Dispenza: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
Thinkific
WebinarJam
Learn about Kundalini yoga
Our episode on this hour of the What’s Working Now Podcast brings a unique and, as host Katie Richardson will explain, a highly crucial perspective to entrepreneurs. Join Katie and her guest, “the awesome and the incredible Arabella Blaker-Stevens,” founder of The Arabella Method, a business set on helping you find your physical, emotional, and spiritual balance at its highest. Arabella didn’t let her diagnosis of an “incurable disease” stop her from trying to change her lifestyle for the better, and now her findings are catching fire everywhere.
Tune into their conversation about the functions of your body and what may be stopping it from functioning properly, how your emotional realignment can open your mind and even the valves of your heart, and how taking time to check in with your intuition will make all the difference between a thriving, healthy lifestyle and endless days of high caffeine and toxic grinding.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why your body is like a village
- Why intuition is essentially a wise old sage
- Why you should start looking at the way you’re disconnecting yourself
Resources
Instagram: @TheArabellaSolution
Arabella invites you to DM her!
Website: thearabellasolution.com
The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer
The Courage to be Disliked by Alfred Adler
Our host Katie Richardson explains today’s guest on the What’s Working Now Podcast to be “unlike anyone you’ve ever met.” This opposite of run-of-the-mill marketer is a customer experience and innovation LEADER. Join her incredibly poignant and inspiring conversation with Ben Rabner, marketing CMO of Costa Vida, as they discuss how to be true “agents of change '' from the perspective of someone who not only doesn’t fear big changes, but gets excited about total rebranding. Learn the benefits of maintaining a place for transformation, both inwardly and in the workspace, and see some of the incredible decisions Ben has made to keep his work genuine while his passion stays fired up.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why it’s important to be willing to be uncomfortable
- Why you should focus on transformation over transaction
- The three main focuses of Ben’s team that always result in success
Resources
What Do You Do with an Idea? by Kobi Yamada
Maybeby Kobi Yamada
Elevating the Human Experience By Amelia Dunlop
The Heart of Business by Hubert Joly
Connect with Ben on LinkedIn
Our favorite host Katie Richardson invites international-travelling, English-teaching, five-million dollar-generating Mike Maitland to talk about his incredible story, sprung forward after the loss of his father into a path that brought him to seek genuine connection at home and especially through what he does at work. They will spend a good chunk of their time talking about the necessity of using an element in sales that was used when this episode began...with the art of proper storytelling.
You won’t want to miss this conversation as Mike shares the step-by-step process of selling a real, emotional story that will create long-lasting relationships, whatever your niche may be.
3 Key Takeaways - add 3 one sentence takeaways
- Why the little things that are typically overlooked in a day become most important in sales.
- Why you may need to relook your sales strategies with a center of emotional connection.
- How to properly execute 3 steps of successful sales storytelling
Connect with Mike Maitland
Facebook: Michael Ross Maitland
Today’s is PACKED with wisdom and phrases to live by as host Katie Richardson invites Ben Humble to share his incredible story, starting with an escape from communism into a camp at age four. Rather than feeling victimized by that pivotal life experience and many others to come, Ben decided to view himself as running toward progress, transitioning from master musician to humble house cleaner to the thriving business founder that he is today.
Ben openly shares the secrets he learned along his journey about the necessity of identifying your core purpose, remaining authentic (even during the grind times of life), and adjusting your mindset during “bad chapters” without letting them overtake your potential. Learn with Katie why “it’s your story,” and how not to let anybody else write it for you!
3 Key Takeaways
- Why everyone should write a book.
- Why investing is a MYTH.
- Why everyone should have to work in a service-based job before founding their business.
Connect with Ben Humble
Ben’s world: humble.ceo
Katie Richardson starts out this episode with her conviction that “You are going to want to stick around for this conversation!” Her guest, Jason Duncan, not only has an incredible rubble-to-riches story, but is also a fellow “accidental entrepreneur.” Jason’s goal was never to be a booming businessman; he just wanted to pursue his passion, which he found through trial and error in his pastor, teaching, and entrepreneurial positions. What he really found is that he enjoyed the presentation of helping others come to grips with new realities, and once he figured that out, it took off from there.
Today, Jason teaches us how to exit our business WITHOUT exiting, removing that lifestyle of a 70 hour workweek married to the superhero syndrome and instead replacing it with a sustainable lifestyle that allows for personal investment and family time. Tune in to his wisdom and witness his genuine personality as he shares with you the best advice he can give to entrepreneurs out there looking to make that leap.
3 Key Takeaways
- How Jason went from unemployed teacher to millionaire in one year.
- Why you need to consider that there’s an “option three” for your business.
- How the golden rule has set Jason up for a successful business life that’s centered around integrity.
Connect with Jason Duncan
@therealjasonduncan on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube
Website: exitwithoutexiting.com
Katie is crazy excited to share a crazy personal story with you today on the What’s Working Now Podcast! She explains a time where there was so much traffic to her website that it broke the servers four times in 24 hours. How? She got on the Ellen DeGenerez show--TWICE! But the second time was a near-disaster, with a week and a half of elusive supplies, a lack of laborers, and even a stomach-plagued little kid.
But Katie’s key lesson today is that she didn’t give up; she just made it work. Tune in to the conversation about delivering what you promised people and learn how this story can foster crazy inspiration and creativity in you, prompting you to find your own way to get out of your head and start saying yes where you need to say yes!
3 Key Takeaways
- How Katie got an influx of traffic that broke her web servers four times in 24 hours.
- Why you need to get out of your head when mistakes are made and instead offer others additional opportunities.
- Two important questions Katie presents to you in order to foster greater creativity.
If you have an online company and are looking to expand your audience, you won’t want to miss today’s episode of What’s Working Now! Travis Chambers is founder of Chamber Media, one of the biggest media marketing companies in the United States. Travis’s journey was certainly not an easy one, with a family crisis as the catalyst for the moment Travis knew that he couldn’t be a corporate man anymore and be happy.
Today, Travis shares some of the moves he made originally that expanded Chamber Media, from the world’s longest treadmill dance to charting men’s vs women’s clothing. Travis also shares the results from a massive, year-long database experiment, identifying the seven ads that expand business anywhere. But most importantly, learn how Travis has learned that building genuine relationships both behind the desk and off the clock has been not only recharging for his personality, but absolutely crucial for a healthy life.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you should have constraints on your creativity in order to perform at your best.
- The seven foundational ads discovered by Travis’s year-long study at Chamber Media.
- Why you need to look for those things that are “like breathing air” to you.
**Connect with Travis Chambers
Travis’s resource suggestioni: www. unicorncopy.ai**
LinkedIn & Instagram: @Travis_Chambers
Host Katie Richardson’s newest guest on The What’s Working Now Show is a personal friend and inspiration. His story begins, oddly, with juggling on street corners for money at thirteen. Fast forward and Daniel Rosen is founder of “his baby,” Credit Repair Cloud, where he helps customers on a personal level to get control of their credit and lead healthier monetary lives. And now, Credit Repair Cloud is aiming to be a multibillion dollar business in the next handful of years. But on the road of his major change from street performer to industry conqueror, Daniel reveals a life of financial stress and uncertainty, despite starring on seasonal television (one of these being The Price is Right) and Broadway.
Join them for their insightful conversation about the true principles applied inside of our guest’s business that lead to success, and learn why Daniel urges listeners to take care of themselves during their exponential growth periods down to the morning routine.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why credit is kept such a big secret from the public.
- Why Daniel is the credit company’s nemesis.
- How mentors are really a shortcut.
Connect with Daniel Rosen
Website: creditrepaircloud.com
If you’re interested in learning more about what they do: creditrepaircloud.com/freetraining
Join host Katie Richardson and guest Jamie Atkinson and immerse yourself into the business side of podcasting and coaching on today’s episode of What’s Working Now. Jamie shares how he went from world traveler with $10 to spare to owning a podcast and coaching program that made $500,000. His big secret: authenticity and honesty. Learn how choosing to share the truth of his life with others brought on an onslaught of new friendships that were previously absent in Jamie’s life, as well as the several new opportunities in business he was given. Jamie will also share his process steps and helpful tips to make your podcast stay in the view loop long term, and he will reveal his very favorite thing about selling through podcasts.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you don’t need--and shouldn’t have--a strategy in sales.
- The 3 step, 3 day process that’s getting great sales for all of his clients.
- Why podcasts are more effective than webinars nowadays.
Connect with Jamie Atkinson
Facebook: Jaime Atkinson
Facebook Group: High Ticket Podcast
You will quickly learn from today’s episode of What’s Working Now that the reason guest Lisanne Murphy quotes so many self-proclaimed “ninja moves” is because Lisanne is an actual marketing Ninja. Drop into this conversation, led by host Katie Richardson, about Lisanne’s journey with Facebook Ads--how they came to her, what she learned inherently, and what advice she gives to you now with a background of years of success and a current knowledge of what’s changing today on Facebook.
Ultimately, learn not to be scared of the dumpster fire that is Facebook ads against IOS right now, and get top expert advice on why you should stay in the game for a little longer.
3 Key Takeaways
- Why Facebook knows your soul; where 85% of Facebook’s income is from.
- 3 Specific marketing strategies that are working for Lisanne right now to target her ideal audience.
- How to prepare yourself for the inevitable changes that come up in business.
Connect with Lisanne Murphy
lisannemurphy.com
Facebook and Instagram links are also found through her website
Guest Cody Jefferson
Host Katie Richardson is absolutely blown away by today’s guest on The What’s Working Now Podcast. Cody Jefferson is an influencer of change, a life coach, trauma survivor, spiritual believer, and inspiring public speaker. “This guy is real, sincere--integrity and truth,” -Katie. Katie and Cody go deep into the self-sabotaging hustle culture of today’s world, especially for entrepreneurs, and identify the many personal and career spaces where you are likely hurting yourself without even knowing it because of how your brain is trained to think.
Cody also spends some time talking about his incredible journey from a state of chaos that almost killed him when he went septic, to the fulfilled life of peace that he lives every day with the knowledge that his existence is a gift. Trust Katie when she says that you will not want to miss the wisdom and life-altering advice that Cody offers in this episode.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Learn how to “act your way into a new way of feeling” rather than trying to “feel your way into a new way of being.”
- What most people do when they wake up creates great anxiety.
- Why it's crucial to have focused accountability for what you chose to invest in emotionally.
Connect with Cody
Find him on Google
Instagram: @cody_jefferson
Please reach out to me personally with your story and how this conversation resonates with you
Katie Richardson’s guest on this episode of What’s Working Now is quoted to be “The awesome, the amazing,” Mike Arce. Mike’s genuine discussion of his entrepreneurial journey literally brings Katie to tears as he shares his conviction for keeping family at the center of his goals and how you should be balancing your time between work and home life.
Mike will also share how finding a niche wasn’t easy but was worth making the leap for, and how his incredible positivity and fast-acting, innovative ideas led his company to grow exponentially during the worst global shut down of COVID-19.
3 Key Takeaways
- How Mike’s direction change lead his business to go from 42 clients to 500 clients in 18 months
- Why (and HOW) Mike pumped out 55 podcast episodes in ONE week
- How Mike started department at $0 a month and built it to $84,000 in one year during COVID
Connect with Mike Arce
Podcasts: The GOAT Show
The GSD Show
Social Handle: @MikeArceLive
Guest Marcy Crouch
Katie Richardson’s guest on the What’s Working Now Show is a voice for women and entrepreneurs everywhere. Marcy Crouch began her career as a pelvic PT for pregnant women. During that time, she quickly recognized a large gap and a resulting need to give these women better representation and better physical health, rather than dealing with the repercussions of their pregnancy without hope for a better physical life. Now, Marcy is finally leading the life that she dreamed of, and it all came through a pivotal decision to close down the PT practice and open a wellness program online.
Her entrepreneurial journey did not come without its challenges. Tune in today and hear how Marcy dealt with no paychecks, imposter syndrome, and a year and a half delay brought on by COVID. Ultimately, learn how to get unstuck from the direction that you’re headed and find one that suits your lifestyle, wherever that may be.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Why buying a horse changed Marcy’s outlook on her business for the better.
- How to make the transition from face-to-face client meeting to online/social courses.
- How to find a proper balance between work goals and life needs.
Connect with Marcy
Website: marcycrouch.com
Instagram & TicTok: @thedowntheredoc
Dr. David Heitman
Today’s Guest on The What’s Working Now Podcast is returning to the show after 3 years of insane company, family, and individual growth. Host Katie Richardson invites Dr. David Heitman to talk about his incredible entrepreneurial journey that truly began when he was four years old. David’s thirst for knowledge and craving for growth has led him to obtain several degrees, motivating him to move from a doctor to a tech entrepreneur, coach, and published author.
Today, David is developing an advanced health app to expand his reach and help people around the world feel healthy, energized, and capable of achieving their dreams. Listen in, and find out how he does it!
3 Key Takeaways
- Why David is grateful that failure happened in his company
- How to tell your body might be warning you it's time to do something new
- The power of giving yourself space to contemplate the right action before jumping in to the work
Connect with Dr. Heitman
Connections found on website: mindofdave.com
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Host Katie Richardson is absolutely ecstatic to invite her guest, Jenica Parcell, on today’s episode of What’s Working Now. Jenica started her claim to fame by creating a socially-driven business in 2013 as an influencer and founder of her fashion company: The Slice of Style. But in the newly growing world of hyper-curated social platforms and artificially perfect lifestyles, Jenica felt a call to “stop leading a double life” and instead open up to her viewers in an honest way, revealing her greatest vulnerability: her battle with infertility.
Fast forward to now, and Jenica is living the life she dreamed of. Not only does she have two adorable kids, but also, she’s shifted her business focus to a topic that brings her fulfilment and aid to the world’s women, started her own podcast, and found an emotional/work balance that brings her the most energy and self-confidence she’s ever had.
Listen in on her wealth of advice today, and learn how she made that insane shift!
3 Key Takeaways
- Why you should accept the extremely uncomfortable that comes with growth
- Why Jenica keeps a “when in doubt” note file on her phone
- How Jenica made a total pivot from fashion to infertility coaching and inbetween
Connect with Jenica Parcell
Handel: @JennicaParcel
Website: thesliceofsun.infertility.com
Podcast: Fearless in Infertility
The 1% Shift That Will Make The Difference Between Failure And Success
Katie Richardson and Greg Kimball sit down LIVE to share with the world the 1% shift that will make or break you in life...and here’s a hint...it’s not what you think! Greg’s story shows that one conversation will be the catalyst for exponential success. Greg’s “final percent” system has revolutionized the way entrepreneurs and other high-performing individuals approach their success. Greg is leading the way for significant change in this world, and when you listen to this episode of the What’s Working Now Podcast you will see how you too can make that 1% game-changing shift in your life.
3 Key Takeaways:
- The difference between night and day is only 1%
- Your “vehicle” might be the reason you aren’t accomplishing the biggest goals in your life
- To become a mentor, you must first (and simultaneously) become a mentee
Connect With Greg
- Go to www.thefinalpercent.com to help get “unstuck” for free!
- Connect with Greg directly on all social media platforms at @gregkimball
Today’s guest Robert Kanaat brings a beautifully vulnerable story into the light for entrepreneurs everywhere who have found themselves in a dark place. Robert’s life is no stranger to darkness, from losing the trust in his role model, to a major accident at 16, to literally trying to end his life with drugs and alcohol. But while Robert’s journey hasn’t always been a pleasant one, his life today is full of gratitude and joy, and he’s willing to share his experiences to the listeners of theWhat’s Working Now Podcast looking for some hope.
Join him and host Katie Richardson for this honest and invaluable episode about centering your existence around a state of genuine gratitude and how that will reward you in business as well as personal endeavours for the rest of your years.
3 Key Takeaways:
- How locking himself in a room to write for days therapeutically saved Robert’s life
- The importance of maintaining a constantly healthy environment--and when you may need to move out of yours
- Robert’s 3 major focuses to those looking for a way out of their deepest, darkest places
Katie Richardson is excited to bring on today’s guest, Top 50 iTunes podcaster and successful businessman Josh Tapp, to dive deep into what makes working worth it. Join them as they discuss Josh’s darkest time as a young entrepreneur seeking to support his new wife and the pivotal moment that made him decide to shut it all down and try something new--without a guarantee that it would result in any reward.
Josh and Katie break down the importance of keeping a strong value system and knowing exactly what you want before you try to get there, sharing crucial tips that they learned, from reassessing your principles each month to taking an honest look at your failures. You will not want to miss the experience and vital advice these two leaders are willing to share in today’s episode.
3 Key Takeaways:
- How Josh made it past shutting down his finances entirely to pursue a business life with passion that wouldn’t guarantee success
- How to accept time and pace yourself as an ambitious entrepreneur
- Josh’s 4 big focuses to stay grounded in the midst of fluctuating business changes
Connect With Our Guest
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Are you caught in the never ending entrepreneurial "hustle" wheel. It feels like to get ahead you have to do more, go faster...but how?
Listen-in as Katie describes what NEW levels of success looks like for you. Learn how you can go from a hustling, grinding, "nobody" in your industry...to becoming the most interesting person in the room.
Find out WHY what you want is different from other entrepreneurs.
Over the first several episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
We deliberate for months (or years), we make a decision, and we JUMP. SO...
...WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! Maybe you sold your business and now need to invest your earnings WISELY (so you don't lose it all) Maybe you made a HUGE PIVOT inside your business and it HAS TO WORK. Maybe you're adding brand new services inside your product offering? Maybe you've only been selling digital products and you're adding physical products...or vice versa?
Whatever "it" is, there's been a shift in your world. And we've spent so much time and energy to make the decision that now that you're HERE the question is "now what?"
In this episode I'm sharing with you a behind the scenes look on how I navigated this transition for myself. I share how I quickly got customers and how the results they got were even surprising me.
I tell you where to focus, what matters, and what to turn a blind eye to.
Get your pen and a journal, there are many notes to be taken on this one!
Over the first 10 episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
When faced with 2 options, do you take the SURE BET or go with your INSTINCT, even though it doesn't make logical sense?
Before building a BIG business, Katie thought the fear of failure would dissipate after $1 Million Dollars. Not only does the fear NOT go away, but Katie is surprised how as the business grows, so does the intensity of what is now on the line. Her family is depending on her. The customers now have a standard and expectation of her. The big retailers expect her products to always be in stock. And her employees (and their families) are depending on her making all the "right" decisions so they continue to have a job.
As the company grows, so do the stakes.
Then one day an unexpected opportunity is placed in front of her. She finds herself at a crossroads. Does she go down road #1 where the outcome is known and is comfortable and familiar?
Or does she choose road #2, where success seems far off and not a sure bet. Where "how to get there" and what is required is SUPER UNKNOWN?
Which road would you go down?
What do we do when we feel called to go down road #2 but it really doesn't make logical sense?
Find out WHAT Katie does and HOW she does it.
Over the first 10 episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
Katie continues to share with us her inspiring Entrepreneurial journey. She feels as though she is at a crossroads and is looking for what she should do next. Listen along for how she was searching for the answer only to realize what she was seeking was continually being presented by perfect strangers?!
Over the first several episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
What Katie has been dreaming of is now her reality. The company is taking off in a very big way. So what now? Can she figure out how to CONTINUE to make the company grow AND be there for her family like she always dreamed?
Then, the unexpected happens. It's something that feels devastating and impossible to overcome.
Can Katie continue to build her dream business AND life?
***Over the first several episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
After picking herself up from the NY Trade Show (and zero orders for her new invention) Katie doubles down. Investing more time, energy, and money she sets out to learn what she doesn't know. One year later she is back at the Trade Show, this time in Las Vegas. Will people like it enough to place an order? Can she get enough orders to meet the minimums required by the manufacturer? Will there be enough cash to pay for the first production run? Who's watching the kids while she's in Vegas? Will people trust the Puj brand that's booth is only one color? Can Katie stay "in the game" under all the mounting pressure? What if someone finds out she's not a "real" business woman?
It's all on the line, and you won't believe how it pays off!
Over the first several episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
I put it all on the line...and fell flat on my face. Todays episode we discuss what happens when things don't go as planned and what to do about it.
Failure can often times feel like a sign from the universe that it's time to "TURN BACK" or "STOP TRYING" But what if failure is showing us something COMPLETELY DIFFERENT?
We are discussing how to actually USE failure in becoming the very thing that SLINGSHOTS us forward. This has application in our business AND in the other areas of our life.
This is a continuation from episode 1.
Over the first several episodes, Katie is sharing her Entrepreneurial journey (failures and all) to inspire YOU in discovering your UNTAPPED POTENTIAL.
Connect with Katie on:
Instagram @katie.live
Facebook @katierichardson.live
www.katierichardson.com
Drop your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com to enhance your listening experience.
JOIN Katie's Clarity Challenge | https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
What if you had a POWERFUL tool to help you take action inside your business WITHOUT living with regret? TODAY, Katie shares this tool with you. Get a "behind the scenes" look at how Katie built a Multi-Million Dollar International Business from the ground up. Discover why it's so relevant in your business today. She gives us insights into HOW successful entrepreneurs play an even bigger game and helps us see the things we cannot see.
Learn more about Katie Richardson and her Powerful Coaching Methods at www.katierichardson.com
Follow her on Instagram @katie.live
Never miss an episode by dropping your email at www.whatsworkingnow.com
Find out about #KATIESCLARITY CHALLENGE at https://go.katierichardson.com/challenge
I know you’ve already achieved unheard-of levels of success as an entrepreneur.
So the real question is, while the world is RADICALLY shifting, how do we not get caught in the chaos but instead access our untapped capacity? (You know what I’m talking about).
I’m Katie Richardson. Business coach to Superstar Entrepreneurs and host of What’s Working Now.
I’m here to show you how to unlock and magnify your untapped potential.
So that we can create the dream, live with purpose, and do what we are born to do.
On this podcast, we are asking a different set of questions.
BE PRESENT, BE CURIOUS, BE RIGHT NOW!
LET’S GO!
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