The Business of Being: Recent Episodes
Stephen Moegling
The Business of Being podcast is about the intersection of life and business. How the inner work of being prepares us for the outer work of doing—and succeeding.
Hey Misfits, heads up: this is our last episode–for now. Band of Misfits has blown up. Our one-year-old company has exceeded my success expectations. So much so we need to pause the show to care for our clients and manage our growth.
But I got your back. In this special episode, the show’s executive producer, Sir Isaac Smith, turns the tables and interviews Stephen Moegling, founder of Band of Misfits.
Expect to learn:
- How to envision the life you want using the Beautiful Day Method
- Why your well-being directly impacts your wealth-building/career strategies (and vice-versa)
- What’s next for Band of Misfits
- And much more
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help owners and leaders win at work and thrive in life.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
My guest today is Dan Cumberland. Dan is a product manager, 3X SaaS founder, and serial entrepreneur. His work has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, Fast Company, and Inc. magazine.
Dan is on a mission to help makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and creatives find the clarity and motivation to get their work out into the world. Having hit the bottom before, Dan is passionate about helping people get the insights they need to do the work that matters most to them.
Expect to learn:
- Why your career path to success may be non-linear, and why that’s okay
- How to find confidence in decision-making
- How to believe in your value and communicate it
- Why celebrating wins along the journey is important
- And much more
CONNECT WITH DAN CUMBERLAND
Dan Cumberland
The Meaning Movement
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help owners and leaders win at work and thrive in life.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
My guest today is Christie Thompson. Christie is a partner at Campfire & Co., an award-winning branding firm based in Richmond, Virginia. At Campfire, Christie and the team have launched hundreds of brands, including award-winning spirits, impactful nonprofits, and dozens of small to mid-sized companies.
Expect to learn:
- Why embracing vulnerability is essential for creativity and thriving teams
- Why the best brands focus on customer experiences
- How to identify key moments of your customer’s buying journey to create amazing brand experiences
- How to encourage creativity with your employees and team members
- And much more
CONNECT WITH CHRISTIE THOMPSON
Campfire & Co.
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help owners and leaders win at work and thrive in life.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
My guest today is Chris Hemphill. Chris is a data scientist who leads AI strategy for a leading-edge digital mental health company and is an NYU McSilver Institute Fellow-in-Residence. Chris is also a podcaster, musician, runner, and blends creativity with logic to find insights in data that lead to breakthrough outcomes.
Expect to learn:
- Why you should look at spreadsheets as symphonies
- How to combine knowledge from different domains to enhance critical thinking
- Why stepping back from a challenging project can create clarity, creativity and problem-solving
- Why it’s vital to remember that data represents real people and real-life outcomes
- And much, much more
CONNECT WITH CHRIS HEMPHILL
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help owners and leaders win at work and thrive in life.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
My guest today is Todd Feldman, founder, entrepreneur, “Revenue Whisperer,” and who is revolutionizing the early detection of depression.
Todd is known as the “Revenue Whisperer.” He’s led companies to disrupt their way of thinking to drive growth and profitability. But when a personal challenge disrupted his own life, Todd realized his purpose was to disrupt the way we diagnose depression through the first biology-based screening tool for anxiety and depression.
Expect to learn:
- The power of upstream thinking
- The science of purpose
- How to be “appropriately disruptive”
- How to turn personal challenges into a catalyst for change
CONNECT WITH TODD FELDMAN
Seismic Wellness
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies grow and leaders to thrive.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
My guest today is Adam Houck. Adam is a consultant and leader for a Fortune 500 global technology company, a top amateur golfer, and a guitarist. But for this podcast's purposes, think of Adam a friend who knows what it’s like when our thoughts challenge us and cause suffering. Adam and I talk about how the pandemic cracked open deep-rooted trauma and his journey of healing his mind and spirit.
Expect to learn:
- Why stressful thoughts put you in a trance–and how to break the trance
- How to use simple practices like journaling and tapping to interrupt the mind’s negativity patterns
- Why doing the work is intense–and the positive (and life-changing) effects you should expect on the other side
CONNECT WITH ADAM HOUCK
Adam wrote a blog post summarizing many of the practices and resources he shared during our conversation. Check out his post and blog: Houckout.
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies grow and leaders to thrive.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices BOM’s mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Whether you run a company or work for one, your company’s brand matters: to stand out in the marketplace, engage customers, and create a higher impact beyond the bottom line.
My guest today is a fashion designer whose clothing line is an instrument for social change. Stephen H. Jenkins’s fashion line, Gracist, celebrates West African culture’s beauty, diversity, rich history, and traditions and connects people worldwide with shared values of compassion, respect, and love.
Expect to learn:
- Why brands need a higher purpose to resonate in a crowded marketplace
- How to leverage stories to engage customers
- Why your customers want to know how your product or service is made so they feel an emotional connection to your company
CONNECT WITH STEPHEN H. JENKINS
Gracist Website
IG
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies grow and leaders to thrive.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices BOM’s mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Join us as we dive into the captivating power of storytelling in presentations with public speaking coach and content expert Eva Daniel.
We explore how to share data to be more relatable and engaging and tips on incorporating stories to make your message memorable.
Whether you're a seasoned presenter or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights to improve your presentation and audience engagement skills.
CONNECT WITH EVA DANIEL
Eva Daniel founded The Speak Shop to train leaders on crafting and delivering inspirational content on the world's largest platforms. Eva has worked with money pro Dave Ramsey, DUDE Wipes Founder Sean Riley, execs from numerous billion-dollar companies, including Chick-fil-A, and many of the world's top authors, speakers, CEOs, and executive leaders. Her work has been featured on syndicated radio broadcasts, top 5 podcasts, viral YouTube shows, and livestreams seen by millions worldwide.
Eva Daniel on LinkedIn
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies grow and leaders to thrive.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices BOM’s mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Noah Scalin, a renowned artist and speaker, shares his unique perspective on fostering creativity within organizations and the powerful impact it can have. Join us as we uncover the secrets to unlocking creativity, embracing limitations, and inspiring collaboration.
CONNECT WITH NOAH SCALIN
Noah’s Website
Another Limited Rebellion
Noah on LinkedIn
Another Limited Rebellion on LinkedIn
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We are a business growth and leadership impact—the antidote for cookie-cutter marketing and stodgy leadership development.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE MISFIT MINDSET NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices BOM’s mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
“The person with one piece of paper usually wins.” That was the advice persuasion expert Trevor Bragdon received early in his career. And it’s true: simple sells. Learn how to create a one-page persuasion document to win over prospects and decision-makers for your ideas, proposals, and more.
CONNECT WITH TREVOR BRAGDON
7-Figure Fundraising
Listen to Trevor’s first appearance on the podcast
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We are a business growth and leadership impact—the antidote for cookie-cutter marketing and stodgy leadership development.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
📫GET THE NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices BOM’s mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Staying authentic and purposeful when working with knuckleheads and challenging personalities is hard. It’s even harder when your other challenges are … well, challenging. Those two ingredients—working with challenging people AND having your own challenges can bring out our not-best selves—not to mention drain our inner battery.
So, let’s talk to Sara James Shelton, a global talent leader and coach. Sara and I talk about overcoming our bad habits, introspection, and staying positive when times are tough. Sara may be the voice you may need in your ears right now.
OUR GUEST
Connect with Sara James Shelton:
PassionFruit Coaching
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We are a business growth and leadership impact—the antidote for cookie-cutter marketing and stodgy leadership development.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
🍄MICRODOSES NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
The busier you are, the more you need quiet time. That's the headline of an HBR article that went viral. Because it's true.
Research shows that just by being in silence, the brain regenerates. Your brain literally gets better when you give it quiet time.
I interviewed the co-authors of the article and the amazing book they wrote about why silence may hold the keys to what we're looking for as leaders:
→ Deeper Communication: Silence can be more powerful than words in building connections and bonds
→ Strategic Thinking: Silence can help you "see the bigger picture"
→ Discernment: Make wiser decisions
Silence also has been proven to help:
→ Reduce stress
→ Increase clarity
→ Experience better health
OUR GUESTS
Justin Zorn has served as both a meditation teacher and a senior policymaker in the US Congress. He is a Harvard-and-Oxford trained specialist in the economics and psychology of wellbeing, who has written for The Atlantic, Washington Post, The Guardian, Harvard Business Review, Foreign Policy, Wired, Time, CNN and others.
Leigh Marz is a leadership and collaboration consultant with organizations including Harvard, Google, and IKEA. She has led a multi-year program teaching experimental mindsets to multigenerational teams at NASA. Leigh is also a longtime student of pioneering researchers and practitioners of the ritualized use of psychedelic medicines in the West.
BUY THE BOOK AND CONNECT WITH JUSTIN AND LEIGH
Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise is published by HarperCollins in the US and Penguin/Ebury in the UK. It can be found on Amazon, Bookshop.org, and anywhere you find books. Justin and Leigh highly recommend the Audible version narrated by Prentice Onayemi for those who enjoy audio books. Golden is being published in fourteen languages worldwide.
You can learn more about Justin and Leigh’s work at their Astrea Strategies website: astreastrategies.com
Connect with Justin on LinkedIn
Connect with Leigh on LinkedIn
Jarvis Jay Masters has been on death row for 33 years for a crime he did not commit. Learn more and get involved at FreeJarvis.org
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business, growth, and impact.
THE SHOW IS A PRODUCTION OF BAND OF MISFITS®
We are a business growth and leadership impact—the antidote for cookie-cutter marketing and stodgy leadership development.
🎤SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/business-misfit/
👋BOM ON THE WEB: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
🍄MICRODOSES NEWSLETTER: https://www.welcomemisfit.com/
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Life can suck sometimes.
Whether it’s a sudden job loss, economic downturn, or personal tragedy, we are all at the mercy of life's rollercoaster.
In this episode, I talk to one of the strongest people I know, Jeannette Erving.
Jeannette grew up Black and Female in rural Mississippi. Today, Jeannette is a highly successful entrepreneur. Jeannette shares how she kept going despite setbacks and found the strength to move mountains within her.
If you need an excuse to reconnect with your resilience and inner strength, this episode is for you.
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
We all have blind spots. Even the best leaders. But what the best leaders know and do is look in the mirror. They make self-reflection part of their ongoing practice.
In this episode, I talk to my long-time mentor about self-reflection, addressing blind spots, and telling ourselves the truth in kind, compassionate ways so we can grow and change.
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Imposter Syndrome is the current culture’s catch-all diagnosis for all forms of self-doubt.
But what if we have imposter syndrome all wrong?
MEET SARAH-TYLER MOORE
Our guest discussion is with Sarah-Tyler Moore, a leader at Aquent, a global work solutions company.
CONNECT WITH SARAH-TYLER MOORE
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Our reality is shaped by the stories we tell ourselves.
Learn how to examine the stories you may be telling yourself that are holding you back with Professional Storywork Coach Dave Robinson.
CONNECT WITH DAVE ROBINSON
Work Your Stories
Follow Dave on Instagram
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
One of our deepest sore spots at work is when people overstep our boundaries.
Maintaining your boundaries in healthy ways is a super skill for success and thriving in your work and life.
But setting and maintaining healthy boundary setting can be tricky.
In this episode, I discuss setting beautiful boundaries with Sarah Elkins. Learn how to maintain healthy boundaries with clarity, confidence, and ease.
MEET SARAH ELKINS
Our guest discussion is with Sarah Elkins. Sarah is a storyteller, keynote speaker, coach, author and podcast host.
CONNECT WITH SARAH ELKINS
Sarah’s Podcast
Website
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
History books are full of great leaders who led armies to victory, nations out of economic calamity, and companies to record growth. But those leaders have NOTHING on today’s leaders who must inspire and influence remote workforces.
That’s why I invited Kim Thies to share her insights on leading virtually. Kim led a 100-person global workforce for PayPal at the time of this recording. Learn from Kim how to build connection, culture, and commitment with Zoom and deep intentionality.
MEET KIM THIES
Our guest discussion is with Kim Thies. Kim is a technology leader who creates empowered, purpose-driven teams that deliver transformational business solutions and enduring social impact.
CONNECT WITH KIM THIES
ABOUT BUSINESS MISFIT
Fresh voices and new perspectives on business success and career elevation. Produced by Band of Misfits®.
ABOUT BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your business brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we’ll help your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
You need equal parts grit and grace to thrive and flourish in your business and career.
Grit gets through tough moments. But grace helps you to transcend your toughest challenges.
It’s grace—not grit—that leads to true transformation. Because without giving yourself grace for past screw-ups, you’ll continue chasing your shadows.
MEET JAY PRYOR
My guest today is conscious leadership coach, Jay Pryor.
Jay is a speaker, executive coach, and professional corporate training and workshops facilitator. They are a transgender and gender non-conforming advocate and educator for inclusivity and gender consciousness. Jay is the author of the acclaimed book Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power: A Practical Guide to Transformation for Women. Jay lives with their wife, Jessica, and their two children in Lawrence, Kansas.
CONNECT WITH JAY PRYOR
Website
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we want your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com. And while you’re there, sign up for Microdoses, our biweekly newsletter on business growth and career elevation.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Mental well-being is something we all struggle with from time to time. But it’s still taboo to talk about mental health, especially at work.
Until we feel safe communicating what we’re experiencing, we’re likely to suffer in silence.
That’s why I’m delighted to discuss mental health with Ahava Leebtag.
Ahava is the founder and president of Aha Media, a healthcare content marketing agency. Ahava is what you might call a rockstar. In fact, in 2020, she was inducted into the Healthcare Internet Hall of Fame.
But today’s discussion with Ahava is not about content marketing.
It’s about mental health.
The importance of discussing mental health.
Openly.
Without fear or shame.
Ahava doesn’t mince words or hold back, as you'll soon hear. And that’s why this episode is so special. It’s candid. It’s real. And it can be the doorway to healing—for you or someone you know.
ABOUT AHAVA LEIBTAG
Ahava is the President and owner of Aha Media Group, a content strategy and content marketing consultancy founded in October 2005. In 2020, Ahava was inducted into the Healthcare Internet Hall of Fame as an Innovative Individual. She is the author of The Digital Crown: Winning at Content on the Web.
CONNECT WITH AHAVA
Aha Media Group
Ahava Leibtag on LinkedIn
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we want your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
Don’t be shy. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com. And while you’re there, sign up for Microdoses, our biweekly newsletter on business growth and career elevation.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
What’s your relationship with goals? Do you set ‘em and forget ‘em?
Do you stress out the entire time you’re working on your goals?
Does setting goals goad your inner critic to annoy you with negativity?
If so, today’s guest will blow your mind with an amazing way to reframe how we approach achieving our goals.
MEET OUR GUEST
Andrea Nordling has grown three highly profitable businesses from scratch. Today, Andrea is a master coach for holistic nutritionists and health coaches who want to scale and streamline their businesses.
Andrea’s Website
Andrea’s Podcast: The Profitable Nutritionist™
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies to grow and leaders to thrive.
Our consulting is purpose-built to help you grow your brand, create the right reputation, and make clients seek you out. Whether you work with our team or we work with yours, we want your company to stand out and win.
Our coaching helps leaders make the next big leap in their careers and lives. Whether your leap looks like advancing your skills to influence and inspire others, outsmarting your current challenges, or finding the right “blend” of performance and well-being, Team BOM is by your side.
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Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Our health is the foundation for our success. Without health, no success. And if you’re like most of us, we know our health should be a top priority, but something’s always in the way. Our lives are overscheduled. Work piles up. And it’s easy to skip the gym to get one more thing done.
That’s why I invited entrepreneur and healthcare disrupter, Caspar Szulc, to discuss how to be the CEO of our health.
Caspar Szulc is outspoken about transforming healthcare. His work in medicine has garnered the attention of top medical minds, including Nobel Laureates, top CEOs, Hollywood stars, and best-selling authors.
This is NOT an episode about why you need to eat more kale. This episode is about dialing in your most precious business asset—your body and mind—so you thrive and flourish.
ABOUT CASPAR SZULC
Caspar is the President and Co-Founder of Innovative Medicine – a company dedicated to transforming healthcare through an advanced and comprehensive form of personalized integrative medicine. His work in medicine has garnered attention from top medical minds across 6 continents, including Nobel Laureates, top CEOs, Hollywood royalty, and best-selling authors. In addition, he oversees the New York Center for Innovative Medicine (NYCIM), a renowned medical center that attracts patients from all over the world.
CONNECT WITH CASPAR
caspar@innovativemedicine.com
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ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Saying no is a superpower.
Because until we master the ability to say no to people and things that don’t serve us or don’t serve our mission and purpose, we’ll continue to be swept away by a barrage of To Dos and commitments that block us from being our best and experiencing the best.
Think about your life now. How many things are you doing on any given day that you would rather say no to?
Now: think about how much more time, headspace, and energy you’d have if you could just … say … no.
That’s why I’m delighted to share this discussion with you on how to say no easily and often with Mary Foley.
ABOUT MARY FOLEY
Mary Foley revs up female entrepreneurs with the clarity, confidence, consistency, and community to generate the revenue they really want.
Mary started revving up her own career when she bodaciously ditched her engineering degree for a job as an $ 8-an-hour customer service rep at AOL—back when AOL was cool.
Today, when she’s not wearing her red cape as a business coach, workshop facilitator, or host of the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast, she’s usually on her bike tapping into her inner teenager on the trails and byways of Virginia.
Business Coaching
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ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
The toughest conversations we often have are when we need to tell the truth.
To others. And to ourselves.
Otherwise, we can’t expect things to change.
Telling the truth is a hard skill to master—but we can get better with the right coach.
That’s why on this episode we’re talking with Mary Beth Thomsen. Mary Beth is a truth-telling evangelist and has a unique set of skills and abilities that help people to unblock what’s holding them back.
Let’s get better at telling the truth. Because when we get better at telling the truth, we can get better outcomes and a better way of being.
ABOUT MARY BETH THOMSEN
Mary Beth Thomsen is the owner of Soul Shines Coaching. She is a Certified Master Color Energy Coach & Intuitive Life Coach living in Atlanta, Georgia. She works with individuals who have decided they’d like support with accountability, clarifying goals, and identifying strategies to meet those goals while uncovering limiting beliefs to discover their highest potential. Mary Beth is married with two young daughters and a Boston Terrier who thinks she’s a human.
Mary Beth’s Coaching Website
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ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Dr. Michael Gervais says that we can only train for three things:
- We can train for skills
- We can train our bodies (like lifting weights)
- We can train our minds
I don’t know about you, but I didn’t learn how to train my mind in school. I didn’t even know such a skill was possible until I was deep in crisis in my 30s.
But I got lucky. I discovered the podcast, The One You Feed. I learned about meditation, mindfulness, and cultivating stillness despite radically tough moments. More importantly, I learned that these practices could be applied simply and work—if I put in the work.
I’ve invited the show’s host and behavior coach, Eric Zimmer, to share ways to meet tough moments with a calm mind: a mind that can invite strength, peace, and renewal.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
There’s a stodgy form of leadership we’ve all seen play out: the hard-charging executive focused on nothing but results and leaves carnage in their wake. That way of being is “hardwired” into our business culture.
But another form of leadership invites us to be “heart-wired”: leading with heart, purpose, and a deep connection for our missions and the people we work with and serve.
That “heart-wired” way of leadership resonates with me; if it resonates with you, this is your episode.
I speak with Chrisie Scott, an executive leader for a renowned healthcare system, about being a heart-wired leader. Chrisie coined the term, and having worked with her, I can vouch that Chrisie walks the walk on being a heart-wired leader.
Listen as we transcend the old models of leadership that preached grinding it out, and focused on the bottom line only, no matter the cost to yourself and others. Modern leadership is heart-centered, rooted in purpose and meaning, and leaves a legacy.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Heart-centered leaders give, give, give. Which is awesome. Until you find yourself burned out, threadbare, and running on fumes.
What’s the antidote? More self-care practices? Maybe. But the CEO of Mom Complex and author of “Slay Like a Mother,” Katherine Wintsch, tells us we must add soul care to our life routines.
Are you feeling the burnout? Is the yoga, meditation, and green smoothie routine not cutting it anymore? Then join us as we learn about the art of soul care so we can keep thriving and flourishing.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
There’s a sales “guru” I stalk on IG. His posts are full of photos of him boarding private jets, wearing bling, and kissing models. What he sells is a get-rich-quick scheme. I know it, and if you saw his posts, you’d know it too.
And yet the dude has an epic following.
Why’s that? He’s great at selling. Like really great. I don’t believe a word coming out of his mouth, yet I can’t help but watch his video pitches. I’m captivated. But thankfully, I’m not so captivated that I give him my money. The same can’t be said for the unlucky ones who do business with him.
It’s guys like him that give persuasion a bad name. In this episode, I want to introduce you to a behavioral scientist who will teach us to persuade without feeling slimy or sleazy.
Let’s be clear. You’re trying to persuade people every day in business. To buy your ideas. To give you the green light for a special project. To help you advance your cause or career.
Especially in presentations.
Don’t let the slimeballs have a monopoly on persuasion. Listen in and listen up as we learn to persuade in presentations—without the slime or the sleaze.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to stand out and win.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Sometimes you decide to make the leap to a better life.
But sometimes, the Universe pushes you out of the nest.
That’s what happened to Stacy B.
She had a cushy corporate job. The only problem was: it was sucking the life out of her.
Then one day, Stacy B found herself out of her cushy job.
That’s when things got real.
Stacy Buchanan is the founder of Wythe Ave, a thriving marketing and communications consultancy for impact-driven brands.
Connect with Stacy:
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This season’s theme is “Making the Leap.”
Leap Moments are when we decide—or have no choice—to reach for something more. But making the leap can be treacherous.
When we leap, we leap into the unknown.
This season, we’re exploring how to make the leap—and get to the other side.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to grow.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
SEASON TWO PREMIERE
Something marvelous happened in Washington, D.C., on the night of May 1, 1970.
You should know about it.
This season’s theme is “Making the Leap.”
Leap Moments are when we decide—or have no choice—to reach for something more. But making the leap can be treacherous.
When we leap, we leap into the unknown.
This season, we’re exploring how to make the leap—and get to the other side.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to grow.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Feeling burned out sucks.
(I know. I’ve done two tours of burnout since the pandemic.)
Low energy. Low drive.
And (for me, at least), everything feels overwhelming.
That’s no way to be.
Hopefully, you’re not living in Burnout City. If you are, this is the episode for you.
And if you’re NOT feeling burned out, awesome: but still listen to this episode.
We live in a culture that values doing over being.
We’re so busy with what’s in front of us that we neglect what’s happening inside of us.
You have to be vigilant to keep your energy tip-top.
I invited my favorite doctor to talk about burnout.
You’ll love Dr. Amy Coleman.
She radiates joy for helping people to heal.
Dr. Amy is also quite accomplished.
She has helped heal many people as a:
- U.S. Air Force surgeon
- Iraq war veteran
- Primary physician for the USAF Special Forces units
- Chief medical physician for NASA Space Shuttle support missions
And if THAT wasn’t enough, Dr. Amy also received her fellowship from the Institute of Function Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic and has secondary training in Japanese acupuncture.
Listen to our discussion, then learn more about Dr. Amy Coleman:
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SEASON TWO PREMIERE
Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023
This season’s theme is “Making the Leap.”
Leap Moments are when we decide—or have no choice—to reach for something more. But making the leap can be treacherous.
When we leap, we leap into the unknown.
This season, we’re exploring how to make the leap—and get to the other side.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to grow.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Do you believe in “manifesting?” I’m a hard skeptic. But then I met the Sneaker Prince.
SEASON TWO PREMIERE
Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023
This season’s theme is “Making the Leap.”
Leap Moments are when we decide—or have no choice—to reach for something more. But making the leap can be treacherous.
When we leap, we leap into the unknown.
This season, we’re exploring how to make the leap—and get to the other side.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF BEING
Conventional thinking says you have to do more to succeed in business. But in reality, success comes from being more. The Business of Being is the podcast about inner success.
THE SHOW IS PRODUCED BY BAND OF MISFITS®
We help companies and people to grow.
Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Stephen Moegling is the podcast host, Founder & Chief Misfit at Band of Misfits.
Sir Isaac Smith is the show’s well-bearded executive producer.
The indomitable Stephen Jenkins voices our mascot, Lafayette the Owl.
Dealing with a dysfunctional group of people? Do you lack the power or influence to corral people into participating in a meeting in healthy, connected ways? I’ve got the tool for you— the Confused Tourist technique—in this episode of Connected Conversations: the science and soul of communicating with people.
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
The key to leading a great conversation or meeting is being a great guide. Learn why certainty and closure are vital, and why alignment is your number one job as a connected communicator in this episode of Connected Conversations: the science and soul of communicating with people.
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
90 to 95% of all communication is non-verbal. Yet we’re trained to “actively listen” or only tune into what people are saying in business meetings and conversations. But when you only pay attention to what people are saying, you miss vital information. Learn the three things to observe when communicating with people in this episode of Connected Conversations: the science and soul of communicating with people.
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Ice-breakers are the often goofy questions we kick off meetings with. They’re met to loosen people up and get the group connected when done well. But there’s a hidden power in ice-breakers that’s often overlooked. Learn why to do ice-breakers and what to look for in this episode of Connected Conversations: the science and soul of communicating with people.
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
If you want to be better at leading people, meetings, and conversations, ignore the business advice about saying the right thing. (There are no magic words.) Instead, focus on being a better guide: how to direct a connected conversation and what to do when a conversation or meeting gets derailed.
Being a better conversation guide doesn’t require you to be the leader or owner of the agenda of the meeting. Being a better conversation guide means spotting the red basketball in the room and keeping it moving around the court.
Join me, Stephen Moegling, as we go down the rabbit hole of human communication: so you have the best chance at having Connected Conversations in business.
Connected Conversations are conversations when you’re connected with your audience: they’re not distracted, disgruntled, or disengaged, and neither are you. And when you and your audience are connected, the sky’s the limit.
Connected Conversations are what we need more of in business today. Less friction. Less gridlock. Less fear that you won’t be heard or respected.
If you’re a leader, Connected Conversations are what your team asks of you. And if you’re on the path to leadership (which we all are), learning the ancient art and science of connecting with people is perhaps your greatest asset for having the life you want.
Connected Conversations Mini-Series
Available on The Business of Being Podcast
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
If you only pay attention to what people are saying in conversations or meetings, you will miss vital information. Because what we say isn’t necessarily what we think or believe.
Especially with passive-aggressive people. Their lips may say one thing, but their actions often communicate a different story.
In this episode, I teach you how to use the red basketball visualization technique to know who you’re doing with and how to keep passive-aggressive people in check.
Join me, Stephen Moegling, as we go down the rabbit hole of human communication: so you have the best chance at having Connected Conversations in business.
Connected Conversations are conversations when you’re connected with your audience: they’re not distracted, disgruntled, or disengaged, and neither are you. And when you and your audience are connected, the sky’s the limit.
Connected Conversations are what we need more of in business today. Less friction. Less gridlock. Less fear that you won’t be heard or respected.
If you’re a leader, Connected Conversations are what your team asks of you. And if you’re on the path to leadership (which we all are), learning the ancient art and science of connecting with people is perhaps your greatest asset for having the life you want.
Connected Conversations Mini-Series
Available on The Business of Being Podcast
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
I want you to spot the invisible dynamics happening in every meeting or business conversation, so you:
- Represent yourself best
- Broach tender topics with confidence
- Deal with difficult people in ways that are kind yet firm
- Make better connections with your audience for better outcomes
The solution is simple: learn how to spot the red basketball in the room.
In this episode, I’ll teach you how to spot the red basketball in your next business conversation or meeting. That way, you see the invisible human dynamics in the room—and can change the dynamics.
Join me, Stephen Moegling, as we go down the rabbit hole of human communication: so you have the best chance at having Connected Conversations in business.
Connected Conversations are conversations when you’re connected with your audience: they’re not distracted, disgruntled, or disengaged, and neither are you. And when you and your audience are connected, the sky’s the limit.
Connected Conversations are what we need more of in business today. Less friction. Less gridlock. Less fear that you won’t be heard or respected.
If you’re a leader, Connected Conversations are what your team asks of you. And if you’re on the path to leadership (which we all are), learning the ancient art and science of connecting with people is perhaps your greatest asset for having the life you want.
Connected Conversations Mini-Series
Available on The Business of Being Podcast
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
A great business conversation can change your destiny—or at the very least, can make your day.
Yet most of us sit through meetings that suck the life out of us. We meet with people who are gifted at pressing our buttons and causing us to feel bad and act in ways we regret. And there are some conversations we need to have or get better at having, but we don’t because we think it’s impossible or we’re not capable enough.
Most business advice on having better conversations focuses on what to say. But that’s a mistake. Scientists agree that 90 to 95% of communication is NON-VERBAL.
There are invisible human dynamics at work in every conversation that influences the outcome and has nothing to do with what is being said.
I want to teach you what’s really happening in every conversation and meeting so you:
- Represent yourself best
- Broach tender topics with confidence
- Deal with difficult people in ways that are kind yet firm
- Make better connections with your audience for better outcomes
Join me, Stephen Moegling, as we go down the rabbit hole of human communication: so you have the best chance at having Connected Conversations in business.
Connected Conversations are conversations when you’re connected with your audience: they’re not distracted, disgruntled, or disengaged, and neither are you. And when you and your audience are connected, the sky’s the limit.
Connected Conversations are what we need more of in business today. Less friction. Less gridlock. Less fear that you won’t be heard or respected.
If you’re a leader, Connected Conversations are what your team asks of you. And if you’re on the path to leadership (which we all are), learning the ancient art and science of connecting with people is perhaps your greatest asset for having the life you want.
Connected Conversations Mini-Series
First episode premieres 1/17/23
On The Business of Being Podcast
About The Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground in two ways:
Business Growth Consulting: our clients have lean teams and are maxed out. We bring fresh ideas and strategies to solve their marketing, branding, and sales challenges. We also take on the heavy lifting of executing strategy.
Leadership Coaching: we work with leaders to help them reduce stress at the desk, expand their leadership influence, and elevate their perspective to spot—and leverage—new opportunities.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
How to stop imposter syndrome in its tracks.
Imposter Syndrome. We have all felt it. That sense we’re a fraud, and somebody soon enough will realize we are a fraud and call us out. We doubt our skills. We doubt ourselves. How on earth will we ever succeed and feel successful when cloaked in imposter syndrome?
My guest is here to say we’re all wrong about imposter syndrome. Starting with the name itself. Let’s get to the bottom of imposter syndrome. So we can get on to the business of being.
Connect with Sarah-Tyler Moore
About the Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Don’t fear fear.
I love and hate this line by Jack Canfield: “Most everything you want is just outside of your comfort zone.” I love the line because it’s true. I hate the line … because it’s true. Stepping outside of your comfort zone means stepping into fear. Fear of the unknown. Fear of ridicule. Fear of failure. (And even fear of success.)
In this episode, I talk to my friend and entrepreneur Brian Muka about how to build a better relationship with fear. If we want to enrich and grow our lives, we need to get more comfortable with our fears and learn new skills to de-escalate the fear response. Brian is known as the “Fear Sherpa.” Join us as we discuss how to make friends with our fears.
About the Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Business 101: failure is guaranteed when you aim at a worthy target. At some point, things don’t go according to plan. Falling is inevitable. And that fall can leave us bruised and shake our confidence and faith that better days are coming. So how do we rise again and keep going? And not just come back—but come back better than before.
In this episode, I discuss how to rise again with Jeannette. She’s one of the strongest people I know. (And the funniest.) Jeannette has had her share of setbacks in her business life. Yet she has the ability to turn sorrow into strength and misfortune into fortune. Join us as we discuss how to rise again and come back even better.
About Jannett Erving
Growing up in rural Mississippi, Jannett witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of obesity and the lack of healthy food options for minorities and at-risk families. After losing her mother at just 46 years old to hypertension and other disease comorbidities, Jeannette told herself, Enough is enough. This doesn’t have to be my life story. Jeannette founded the non-profit Faces of HOPE and its partner organization, HOPE for Obesity, to help kids and families end childhood obesity.
Jannett is also a Realtor, and her purpose is to help her clients “come out on top”: whether that means getting the best price, getting the best offer, or crossing the threshold of your new home as a proud and happy owner.
Connect with Jannett Erving
Website
About the Business of Being Podcast
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
About Band of Misfits®
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders win in business without running themselves into the ground. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
What is that saying about best-laid plans? In business, things fail: projects go sideways, investments nosedive into the red, relationships dissolve, and we’re often left holding the bag, wondering, What the hell do I do now?
In this episode, I speak with my friend and design futurist, Zane Gibbs. Zane holds a Ph.D. in Quantum Field Theory, and his innovation firm helps clients to reimagine products, grow brands, and maximize human performance. Zane and his partner also run F*ckup Nights RVA, part of a global movement to share stories of professional failure.
Join us as we discuss failure in our business lives so you can emerge whole, complete, and ready for what’s next.
About Zane Gibbs
Zane’s life experiences have profoundly impacted his life. From growing up in a single-parent household in the projects to failing high-school geometry, to completing a Ph.D. with a specialty in Quantum Field Theory, Zane understands that life is filled with many ups and downs.
Over the course of a 20+ corporate career, Zane has had the unique opportunity to touch almost every facet of product innovation and development, corporate strategy, brand management, packaging, consumer insights, and strategic planning and futures.
Today, Zane is CEO of ZADA Strategy, a Richmond-based management consulting firm focused on the intersection of innovation, strategy, and the human experience to help clients grow brands, reimagine products, and transform business operations.
Connect with Zane Gibbs
Website
The Business of Being is a podcast about the inner work of success.
Business success isn’t just about doing more. It’s about being more. Every week, host Stephen Moegling and his guests explore the inner work of success.
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We help leaders grow their companies without running themselves—or their teams—into the ground. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Band of Misfits® Spirit Guide: Lafayette the Owl
Not long ago, being a great leader meant leaving your desk and talking with your employees face-to-face, ensuring they’re seen and heard. Their purpose and value in showing up each day were honored and magnified. But today, even if your team is in the same zip code, you often spend more time on Zoom than in the same room. How do you cultivate trust and shared purpose on a digital screen?
In this episode, Stephen talks to his friend and business rockstar, Kim Thies. Kim leads an international team in her role at PayPal. She is Stephen’s kind of leader: clear, kind, and committed to improving the lives of everyone on her team. Join us as we discuss how to be a long-distance leader, an indispensable skill in this new era of distributed workforces.
About Kim Thies
Over the course of her career, Kim Thies has had a unique career path that has led her from startups to Fortune 500 firms, grassroots advocacy to international nonprofit leadership. This journey brought her to her current role at PayPal as the Director of Intelligence Automation for the risk organization. In this role, Kim leads a team of product, delivery, data, and engineering professionals across the globe to provide innovative data platforms, tools, and services. Kim’s passion is creating empowered, purpose-driven teams that deliver transformational business solutions and enduring social impact.
Connect with Kim Thies
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We are the coaching company for leaders and impact-makers who want to thrive and flourish at work and in life. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Band of Misfits Spirit Guide: Lafayette the Owl
Our business lives are full of noise and distractions. Text, email, Slack threads, social media: the distractions are endless. It’s easy to lose focus and sight of what’s most important to get done and done well.
In this episode, we discuss clarity with Christopher R. Jones. Chris works with tech leaders to build high-performing teams. But Chris’s first principle is to know how to lead yourself. And that starts with clarity on what you want.
Connect with Christopher Jones:
Website
Podcast
YouTube
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits® produces the show. We are the coaching company for leaders and impact-makers who want to thrive and flourish at work and in life. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Band of Misfits Spirit Guide: Lafayette the Owl
In business, as in life, we let things go unsaid. We don’t want to rock the boat or deal with a difficult conversation. We hope things will get better, but they rarely do. So how do you say what needs to be said so what needs to happen happens?
To answer this question, I spoke with Mindy Flanigan. Mindy runs Inspiring HR, a consultancy for small businesses. But Mindy is not your typical HR person. Her company’s slogan is “This is HR done differently.” Mindy is a straight shooter and believes business is a full-contact sport. Learn from Mindy so you can say what needs to be said.
Connect with Mindy Flanigan:
Inspiring HR
YouTube
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
In the seminal business book Good to Great, Jim Collins writes that great leaders “Look in the mirror and not out the window.” Others point fingers when things go wrong. But great leaders, Collins argues, take full accountability.
But looking in the mirror is difficult. It means being brutally honest with ourselves. So we avoid the mirror and make the same mistakes repeatedly. In this episode, I talk with my mentor, Joe Grant, a business coach, and consultant, about self-inquiry: how do we summon the courage to stare down our flaws so we can learn and grow?
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
Personal boundaries are essential to feeling safe, respected, whole, and complete. Yet so many of us struggle with defining and upholding our boundaries. The result? We run ourselves into the ground, saying yes to everything and everyone. Or we live with resentment and regret.
In this episode, I talk to my friend and coach, Sarah Elkins, about creating more beautiful boundaries in our business lives. Ever since I’ve known Sarah, I’ve respected how she communicates her boundaries: what works and what doesn’t work for her. Creating boundaries is an inside job. Join Sarah and me as we discuss how to create more beautiful boundaries: for more joy, energy, and alignment in our work lives.
Connect with Sarah Elkins:
Sarah’s Podcast
Website
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
We tell ourselves stories every day: that we’re not good enough. That we don’t have what it takes. That our desired future state will never come. These stories may be hard-wired into our minds, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be replaced with better stories that lead to better results and states of being.
In this episode, I talk to my friend and coach, Dave Robinson. Dave teaches clients how to get stronger: physically and mentally. Dave also teaches a methodology for working your stories, so your mental stories empower you, embolden you, and free you to be your best.
Connect with Dave Robinson:
Work Your Stories
Chop Club for Men
Follow Dave on Instagram
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
We admire grit in business: the stick-to-it-ness. Yet knowing when and how to let go and move on is essential for success and fulfillment. Letting go in business may mean letting go of a business relationship that’s served its purpose, an employee, or a business path that isn’t serving us.
In this episode, I talk to Stephen Jenkins, an end-of-life expert who helps his clients and their families with the ultimate journey of letting go. I ask Stephen how we can reconcile our disappointment, sadness, and fear so we can let go and move on.
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
Feeling seen by others is an evolutionary trait and a basic human need.
If the tribe didn’t recognize you, you’d risk being left behind, exiled, or called to fight. In other words, not being seen was a death sentence.
Our lives today may look different than our ancestors. But the primitive part of our brains hasn’t caught up with modernity. Not feeling seen evokes those ancient fears, which feel like inadequacy. Not measuring up. Not worthy. And can leave us empty and even broken.
In this episode, I talk to Hailey Thomas, a philanthropist, strategy, and mindset coach, on how to overcome those feelings of not being seen so we can own our voice, presence, and experiences—and step into the fullness of our light.
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
Humility is a virtue. Taking the air out of the tires of ego can help you think clearer and weigh the pros and cons of business decisions. But self-doubt can be crippling: to your business and your joy.
In this episode, I talk to the host of the Dropping Keys podcast and leadership coach Joel Morgan about self-doubt: how to work with doubting thoughts, how to keep going when you doubt you’ll be successful, and how to make peace with self-doubt.
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
I struggled for years to find my business voice. I would jump on LinkedIn to write a post … and get stage fright. I’d meet someone at a networking event and cringe when someone asked, “Tell me about yourself.” Bah! Panic City!
Finding the right words, tone, and brand swagger that’s authentic to you and engages your audience is essential for business life success. If you struggle with your business voice, then struggle no more.
In this episode, I talk to Amanda Catarzi, fractional Chief Marketing Officer and writer at Inkery Co., about finding and cultivating your business voice. Amanda’s badass approach helps her clients find their business voices to create authentic, engaging and empowering content.
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl
Our models of business success are broken. Or at least terribly misguided.
We’ve overvalued the business of doing: the tactics, the hustle, the grind—and undervalued the business of being: the inner work required for outer success.
Join us as we have fascinating discussions with amazing people about the inner journeys in our business life careers: the moments of doubt, feelings of imposter syndrome, learning to rise again after defeat … and oh, so much more.
The Business of Being is a podcast about the intersection of life and business.
Band of Misfits™ produces the show. We make tools to help you uplevel your inner growth game. Come say hello at WelcomeMisfit.com.
While you’re there, learn more about the podcast and sign up for Misfits Microdoses: tiny drops of business life wisdom.
Host: Stephen Moegling
Executive Producer: Sir Isaac Smith
Wisdom Elder: Lafayette the Owl