It's Your Time: Recent Episodes
Michelle A Bourque
This is the podcast for women in pharmaceutical and medical device industry who want to excel in your career but without the stress and overwhelm so you can do more of what you want.. In each episode, veteran medical device sales professional, Certified Life Coach, and career mentor Michelle A. Bourque combines real-life experiences and cognitive tools to teach you how to continue to excel at your career, but without the stress and overwhelm, so you can do more of what you want. It's your time to begin making a change, to create the life you imagine - and your time is now to own your life. www.michellebourquecoaching.com for more info.
Feeling stuck in the busyness of life and work? It’s time to reset. In this empowering episode of It’s Your Time, certified life coach Michelle Arnold Bourque shares how to use clarity, commitment, and courageous decision-making to reclaim your energy and results—without burning out.
You’ll learn how to:
- Break free from the sunk cost trap
- Use the Rule of Three to stay focused and productive
- Let go of what’s no longer serving you
- Make confident decisions quickly
- Realign with your goals during this midyear reset
Whether you're a high-achieving woman in leadership, sales, or entrepreneurship, this episode will help you pause, pivot, and powerfully move forward.
🎧 Plus, download the free Priority Playbook to simplify your strategy and stay aligned: CLICK HERE
#ClarityIsCurrency #WomenInLeadership #LifeCoach #DecisionMaking #Confidence #ProductivityForWomen
Ever feel overwhelmed, scattered, or like your days just don't flow the way you want them to? In this episode of It’s Your Time, I’m joined by professional organizer and certified life coach Tracy Hoth to help you change that—starting today.
Tracy has spent the last 17 years helping women simplify their spaces, systems, and schedules. She’s sharing her signature SPASM method (yes, it’s memorable on purpose!) and helping us all reframe what it really means to be organized. Spoiler alert: it’s not about perfection—it’s about creating clarity and ease.
We dive into:
- The 5 steps to getting—and staying—organized
- How to structure your digital life to reduce decision fatigue
- Why organizing is both a project and a lifestyle
- What it means to live from the identity of an “organized person”
If you're ready to reclaim your time, reduce your stress, and create systems that support your goals, this episode is your starting point.
✨ Organization is possible. Let this be the moment you take one empowered step forward.
Click Here for Full Notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/podcast-2/
Feeling overwhelmed, off-track, or low on motivation as we hit the middle of the year? This episode of The It's Your Time Podcast with Certified Life Coach Michelle Arnold Bourque is your invitation to press pause and realign your energy—because energy is your most powerful strategy.
In this transformational mid-year check-in, Michelle shares a 3-step framework to help high-achieving women reconnect with purpose, regain focus, and move forward with confidence and clarity. Whether you're navigating burnout, career changes, or personal growth, this episode gives you practical tools and mindset shifts to support your journey.
💫 What you’ll walk away with:
- A powerful mid-year reset routine to boost clarity and intention
- Insights on nervous system regulation and how it impacts goal-setting
- Tips to combat burnout, perfectionism, and the productivity trap
- A mindset shift from “doing more” to doing what matters most
Perfect for busy professionals, women in leadership, entrepreneurs, and anyone craving more alignment and less hustle.
✨ “Clarity comes from reflection, not reaction.” — Michelle Arnold Bourque
🎧 Press play and let this be your turning point—not because you pushed harder, but because you listened deeper.
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🚨 New Podcast Episode Drop! Your Empowered Mindset Blueprint: Motivation, Confidence & Clarity in Action
Are you waiting to feel motivated before going after your big goals? What if you didn’t have to?
In this energizing episode, I'm sharing lessons from the stage, science-backed strategies, and powerful coaching tools that help you lead, sell, and live with more clarity and less stress.
We’re diving into: ✨ Why willingness beats motivation ✨ How purpose is a choice—not a discovery ✨ The science of commitment and confidence ✨ Protecting your energy like the valuable resource it is
💥 Plus, I’m giving you access to my brand new Priority Playbook – Sales Edition for free!
🎧 Listen in and reclaim your power today:
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-333-empowered-mindset-blueprint/
📒 Grab your playbook here: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/playbook
🚀 It’s TIME to Take Back Your Mornings!
In this week’s episode I’m joined again by the powerhouse executive coach and change management expert, Melynda Benlemlih. We’re diving into her life-changing TIME Method – a simple yet powerful framework to create intentional, productive mornings that set the tone for your entire day.
From the neuroscience of habit formation to regulating your nervous system for sustainable action, Melynda breaks it all down. We talk small steps, setting intentions, and why you absolutely deserve to put yourself first.
✨ Ready to reclaim your TIME? Tune in now!
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✨ New Episode Alert! ✨ Ready to sell more and stress less? In today's podcast, I'm unveiling my brand-new Priority Playbook Sales Edition — packed with powerful, proven tools to help you protect your energy, amplify your strengths, and thrive in medical device sales. 🚀
🌟 Success without systems = survival. 🌟 Systems = sustainable success.
This free guide is your next best step — because YOU are the asset. 💼💖
🎧 Listen now and grab your free playbook here: michellebourquecoaching.com/priority
LifeCoach #WomenInSales #MedicalDeviceSales #PriorityPlaybook #SellMoreStressLess Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-331-sell-more-stress-less-a-new-resource-for-women-in-medtech/
✨ New Episode Alert! ✨
Do you ever feel like your to-do list is running your life—and your strategy is just wishful thinking?
This week I’m joined by Strategy and Transformation expert Joe Wishon, who’s on a mission to help leaders ditch the overwhelm and execute with clarity. If you're setting new goals or reworking your business plan, this is your roadmap to cutting through the noise and staying focused on what actually moves the needle.
🎧 Tune in to learn: ✔ Why most teams only complete 2 out of 10 strategic goals ✔ The magic of choosing just three big rocks ✔ How to build a system that frees your mind and your calendar ✔ And… my own confession about the dopamine hit of the hustle 😅
This conversation is gold for anyone ready to shift from chaos to consistency.
Full notes and episode here: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-330-the-strategy-behind-the-scenes-mastering-your-internal-choreography-a-conversation-with-joe-wishon/
From Burnout to Boundaries: The Mindset Shift That Helps You Thrive
If you’ve ever said, “I just need to get through this week…” — this episode is for you, my high-achieving friend.
Burnout isn’t just exhaustion — it’s often hidden behind achievement. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on:
💥 The neuroscience behind burnout 💭 The beliefs quietly driving your overwhelm 🔄 The surprising loop that keeps you stuck 🧠 How boundaries aren’t conflict — they’re capacity 💬 And the Let Them theory by Mel Robbins that will change how you lead
Whether you’re feeling frazzled or just ready for more peace and power, this conversation is your permission slip to shift.
🎧 Tune in now and reclaim your energy
#BurnoutRecovery #BoundariesThatWork #WomenInSales #LeadershipMindset #MichelleBourqueCoaching #ItsYourTime
Are you stuck in the cycle of busy and heading toward burnout without even realizing it? In this episode I am sharing how to spot the early signs of stress, reset your energy, and step into a more abundant way of living—before your nervous system forces you to stop.
You’ll learn: ✅ Why burnout often hides behind productivity ✅ The mindset shift that changed everything ✅ Four powerful tools to regulate your energy fast ✅ How to make feeling good your most efficient strategy
This episode is for the high-achieving woman who’s ready to stop running on empty and start leading from a place of alignment and vitality.
🎧 Tune in and take your first breath toward a better way to “do it all.”
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Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-327-break-the-busy-cycle-and-reset-your-energy-before-burnout/
Let’s be honest—work-life “balance” often feels like a myth we’re all chasing. But what if the goal isn’t perfect balance… it’s intentional alignment?
In this week’s episode of the It’s Your Time podcast, we’re flipping the script on balance. You’ll learn:
✨ Why multitasking is not a superpower 🧠 What neuroscience says about your focus and energy 📅 How to time-block based on your energy, not your to-do list 💡 The mindset shift that melts guilt and fuels clarity
This one’s real talk + practical tools to help you feel less scattered and more aligned—on your terms.
🎁 Don’t forget to grab your free Priority Playbook to define your version of work-life balance: michellebouruqecoaching.com/mytime
🔁 Tag a friend who needs to hear this. 🎙️ Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-326-redefining-work-life-balance/
✨ NEW EPISODE ✨ This week on the It’s Your Time podcast, I’m joined by the incredible @lanamanakowski—author, speaker, and infertility advocate—whose work is redefining what it means to thrive beyond motherhood. 🌿💫
In this deeply inspiring conversation, we talk about:
💬 Grieving the life you imagined 💬 Reclaiming purpose after infertility 💬 How to stop apologizing for the life you have 💬 And why your story isn’t over—it’s just beginning
Whether this is your path or you know someone on it, this episode will open your heart and mind to new levels of compassion, connection, and empowerment.
🎙️ Listen now & tag a friend who needs to hear this! 💥 “So Now What?”—Lana’s new book—is out now!
#ItsYourTimePodcast #WomenSupportingWomen #LifeAfterInfertility #PurposeBeyondMotherhood #SoNowWhatBook #BusyProfessionalWomen #EmpoweredLiving Click here for link to full notes.
Feeling stuck and searching for your purpose? You’re not alone. In this episode of The It's Your Time Podcast, we’re diving deep into what purpose really means—and spoiler alert: it’s not something you find, it’s something you decide! 💡
✅ The neuroscience behind purpose and how it rewires your brain for success 🧠 ✅ Why your purpose isn’t a single, grand mission but an evolving journey ✨ ✅ The biggest myths that keep us stuck in confusion 🚧 ✅ A simple, actionable framework to define your personal purpose 🙌
Imagine waking up every day with clarity and momentum, knowing exactly why you’re doing what you do. It’s possible, and it starts here.
📞 Need help getting clarity? Book a free Time Audit Call at www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect and let’s map out your next steps together!
#Podcast #FindYourWhy #PurposeDrivenLife
Are you waiting for motivation to strike before taking action? What if I told you that’s NOT how motivation actually works?
In this week’s episode we’re diving into the neuroscience of motivation and how you can stop relying on willpower and start creating momentum instead!
Here’s what you’ll learn:
🔥 How dopamine fuels motivation and why small wins are the key to lasting progress
🔥 Why discomfort is the secret ingredient to success
🔥 Science-backed strategies to rewire your brain for action
If you’re ready to finally follow through on your goals, this episode is for YOU! And if you’re looking for even more support, check out my 6-week coaching program designed to help you build real confidence and overcome imposter syndrome. 💡✨
Listen now and start creating motivation TODAY! 🎧
#Motivation #Confidence #SuccessMindset #Neuroscience #Podcast #GrowthMindset
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Ever feel like you’re not as talented as people think? That maybe you don’t truly deserve your success? That’s Imposter Syndrome—and it’s holding too many smart, ambitious women back. But here’s the truth: Imposter syndrome is a liar.
In this episode, I’m sharing: ✔ How to recognize imposter syndrome and where it comes from ✔ My 3-step Confidence Ladder Method to shift your mindset ✔ The daily practice that builds unshakable self-belief
It’s time to stop waiting for external validation and start owning your worth. Listen now and take your confidence to the next level!
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Feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin? Join me today as I break down the key to mastering your priorities and taking control of your time—without the guilt.
You’ll learn: ✅ The biggest mindset shift for true work-life balance (hint: it’s not about doing it all!) ✅ 4 powerful daily questions to help you stay focused and intentional ✅ The #1 strategy to set boundaries—and actually stick to them
Plus, grab your FREE Priority Playbook to help you implement these strategies today:
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March is all about momentum—so let’s move forward together! 💜 Tune in now and start making small changes that lead to big results.
Join me today as I sit down with the incredible @MelissaDawnSimpkins—known as the First Lady of Personal Branding and the visionary behind the @theshesuite! We dive into personal leadership, navigating change with resilience, and the power of connection. Plus, don’t miss the details on the She Suite Summit 2025—a must-attend event for ambitious women ready to chart their course and spark change! Tune in for insights that will fuel your next bold move!
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Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-320/
🎙️ New Episode Alert!
Are you constantly saying “yes” when you really want to say “no”? Do you feel overwhelmed, overcommitted, and stretched too thin? You’re not alone! This week on The Entire Time Podcast, we’re diving into The Power of Saying No—why it’s so difficult, what happens when we don’t, and how to confidently set boundaries that protect your time and energy.
Every time you say yes to something that doesn’t serve your goals, you’re saying no to something that does.
In this episode, we’re unpacking:
✅ Why saying no feels so hard (hint: guilt, fear & habit!)
✅ How overcommitting drains your energy and dilutes your impact
✅ The key to setting clear priorities so YOU stay in control
✅ Strategic, guilt-free ways to say no with confidence
✅ A simple challenge to help you start protecting your time today!
Your time is valuable. Own it. Protect it. Make it work for YOU.
🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward reclaiming your time!
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In this special bonus episode of It’s Your Time, I sit down with powerhouse coach Corinne Crabtree for a no-nonsense conversation about breaking free from limiting beliefs, taking control of your time, and creating success on your own terms. Corinne shares her insights on weight loss, business growth, and how self-talk shapes your results. Whether you're looking to ditch perfectionism, build confidence, or step into your CEO mindset, this episode is packed with practical strategies and inspiration.
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-318-conversation-with-powerhouse-ceo-corinne-crabtree-creating-the-life-you-want-the-nobs-way-replay/
#MindsetMatters #WomenEmpowerment #SuccessOnYourTerms
In this episode of It’s Your Time, Certified Life Coach Michelle Arnold Bourque dives into the concept of abundance and how to cultivate it in every area of your life—even when you're juggling a million things at once. Inspired by Cathy Heller's Abundant Ever After, Michelle shares powerful lessons on shifting from scarcity to abundance thinking, taking inspired action, and embracing the mindset that you already have what it takes to live a fulfilling life. If you’re feeling stuck in the grind, overwhelmed by your calendar, or constantly chasing the next goal, this episode is for you!
🎧 PLUS: Grab your free guide, Master Work-Life Balance Without Feeling Guilty, at michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime to start reclaiming your time today! www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
Vision boards aren't just collages - they're powerful tools rooted in science and energy that can help you manifest your dreams. In this episode, Certified Life Coach Michelle Bourque dives into the neuroscience and psychology behind vision boards, explaining how your thoughts, emotions, and focus shape your reality.
Learn how to use vision boards to boost motivation, activate mirror neurons, and feel the positive emotions of success.
Plus, get details on Michelle's upcoming "Vision Boards That Work" workshop. Don't miss this practical and inspiring look at the science of manifestation.
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Join me today as I discuss how to stop letting your calendar control you and take charge of your time. Mastering time isn’t about doing more but being intentional with your actions and priorities. Here are the key takeaways:
Key Points: 1. Morning Routine & Mindset: 2. Brain Download: * Clear mental clutter by writing down all your tasks to prioritize effectively. 3. Five Steps to Take Control of Your Calendar: * Self-Awareness: Understand your strengths, struggles, and what’s achievable in a day. * Set a Clear Vision: Define what success looks like daily and weekly, and align your actions with it. * Strategic Planning: Use time blocking to schedule specific tasks and include buffer zones for unexpected events. * Take Action with Flexibility: Focus on small, realistic steps and adapt to unforeseen changes. * Reflect and Reset: End the week by reviewing wins and areas for growth. 4. Celebrate Wins 5. Free Resource: * New FREE guide, It’s Your Time Priority Playbook, to help listeners master work-life balance without guilt. www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
You don’t have to choose between professional success and personal fulfillment—you can have both with the right tools and mindset. Take control, stay flexible, and embrace balance in your life.
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-315-mastering-time-how-to-stop-letting-your-calendar-control-you/
In this episode, Michelle discusses insights from Gay Hendricks' book, The Big Leap, focusing on overcoming self-imposed limitations, identifying your "Zone of Genius," and achieving work-life balance.
Key Highlights:
- The Upper Limit Problem (ULP):
- ULP refers to self-sabotage when we unconsciously limit our success, love, or happiness.
- Michelle encourages journaling thoughts and recognizing self-limiting beliefs to move past them.
- Four Zones of Work:
- Incompetence: Tasks you’re not skilled at; delegate these.
- Competence: Tasks you can do but others can do equally well.
- Excellence: Tasks you excel at but may keep you in a "comfortable trap."
- Genius: Activities you’re uniquely gifted at and passionate about, bringing fulfillment and flow.
- Finding Your Zone of Genius:
- Reflect on activities that energize you and where you naturally excel.
- Delegate tasks that drain your energy and focus on needle-moving activities.
- Ask for feedback to identify overlooked strengths.
- Practical Steps for Balance and Success:
- Take small actions daily to focus on energizing tasks.
- Delegate or eliminate non-essential activities.
- Define success for your current life season and give yourself grace.
- Use Hendricks’ concept of the "enlightened no" to prioritize meaningful work.
- The Power of Coaching:
- Coaching helps uncover blind spots, challenge limiting beliefs, and explore new possibilities for personal growth and success.
🔑 Unlock the Power of Networking Did you know that 70-85% of jobs are secured through connections? Join me in todays episode where I share a recent conversation with Leadership Expert Steph Auping. We talked about authentic networking and:
✨ The Role of Super Connectors: How these individuals expand opportunities. 🤝 Networking Beyond the Echo Chamber: Breaking free from algorithm-driven limitations. 📍 The Proximity Principle: Why most people network within 40 feet and how to expand your reach. 💔 Tackling Loneliness: With 30% of young adults feeling lonely daily, we discuss ways to create meaningful connections. 💡 Dormant Ties & Gendered Styles: How maintaining old relationships and understanding networking dynamics can make a difference.
This conversation is a must-listen for professionals looking to elevate their career and personal life through authentic connections.
🎧 Tune in now and take your networking game to the next level!
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-313-authentic-networking-with-leadership-expert-steph-auping/
Welcome to 2025! Join me today in our first episode of the year where I am sharing actionable advice and strategies for starting 2025 with clarity and control.
Here are some highlights:
Start Small: Choose one strategy and implement it today. Small, consistent actions lead to meaningful, lasting change.
Future Self Vision: Instead of setting traditional resolutions, imagine the person you want to become this year. Think about how you'll think, feel, and act a year from now.
Word of the Year: Choosing a guiding word like "rooted" can set the tone for your year. It's a simple yet powerful way to align your energy and intentions.
Time Blocking: Move beyond to-do lists by scheduling specific time slots for tasks. Incorporate buffer time to accommodate unexpected changes, and honor those blocks as non-negotiable commitments to yourself.
Smart Goals and Priorities: Break down your goals into specific, measurable, and actionable steps. Focus on what truly aligns with your values and unlearn the idea that "busy" equals productive.
Delegation and Saying No: Outsource or eliminate tasks that don't require your direct involvement. Protect your time by setting boundaries and learning to decline tasks that don’t align with your priorities.
Journaling and Planning: Use tools like the Priority Playbook Planner to clarify your goals and map out your priorities. Writing things down clears mental space and helps with accountability.
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Michelle Bourque reflects on 2024, highlighting her word "strong" and the unexpected challenges she faced, such as losing her dad and friends. She emphasizes the importance of being open to life's pivots and the value of reflection.
Michelle introduces her "It's Your Time Priority Playbook" and discusses the difference between being busy and productive. She advises focusing on mindset shifts, such as moving from scarcity to abundance, perfection to progress, and fear to faith. Planning is crucial, and she suggests prioritizing top goals, breaking them into manageable actions, and scheduling them. She encourages listeners to start taking action now for a successful 2025.
It's Your Time Priority Playbook Planner: www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-311-2024-debrief-lessons-learned-how-to-turn-them-into-2025-wins/
The holiday season can leave us feeling stretched thin, but it’s also a powerful reminder to slow down and listen to what our minds and bodies truly need. In this best of episode, I am sharing a recent conversation with Stacey McInally — a nurse, yoga instructor, Ayurveda practitioner, and energy healer — to explore how the ancient healing system of Ayurveda can support our well-being during this busy time of year.
Ayurveda emphasizes balance in all aspects of life, focusing on the unique needs of each individual’s "dosha" (life force) and the deep connection between mind, body, and the universe.
Stacey shares simple but powerful self-care practices, like: ✨ Daily rituals of mindfulness and meditation to calm the nervous system. ✨ Nourishing, mindful eating to support digestion and vitality. ✨ Prioritizing self-compassion and rest, especially for women navigating menopause and monthly cycles.
If you’re new to Ayurveda, Stacey suggests starting with dosha quizzes and meditation apps to better understand your unique needs. Her personal journey with Ayurveda has led to improvements in anxiety, digestion, and overall vitality — proof that small, intentional changes can have big results.
This holiday season, listen closely to what your body is asking for — rest, nourishment, or a simple pause. These small moments of care are gifts you can give yourself.
Tune in to the full discussion and discover practical self-care ideas inspired by Ayurveda. Your well-being deserves it!
Click here for notes to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-310-best-of-replay-empowered-by-ayurveda-ideas-for-holiday-season-stress/
Join me today as I share a recent conversation with Rhonda Farr. Rhonda is a transformational coach specializing in high achievers, and in this episode we discussed challenges in their relationships. Rhonda emphasizes the importance of emotional connection and vulnerability, noting that high achievers often struggle to transition their problem-solving skills from work to home. She advises both partners to be honest about their feelings and needs, and to avoid trying to "fix" the relationship initially. Rhonda suggests focusing on self-improvement and understanding one's emotional patterns. She also highlights the need for partners to use their voices and communicate honestly to foster intimacy and connection.
Connect with Rhonda: www.rhondararr.com
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Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-309-elevated-connections-for-high-achievers-a-conversation-with-expert-rhonda-farr/
In today’s episode of It’s Your Time, I’m sharing an exclusive, limited-time Black Friday offer designed to help you kickstart 2025 with clarity, confidence, and momentum! 🚀 If you're ready to break free from complacency and start creating the life you truly desire, this is your chance.
Tune in now and find out how you can grab this special accelerator coaching package! 🎯
Head to MichelleBourqueCoaching.com to join the email list and get all the details.
Let’s make 2025 your best year yet!
Join me today as I share recent insights from trailblazing women who participated in the recent Women in Leadership conference hosted by SHRM.
In this episode, I shared the key leadership insights and lessons I gained from attending a recent women's leadership conference. A standout message was the importance of speaking up and not staying silent, as silence can allow others to define your path. I emphasized the power of finding mentors, advocates and allies who can see your potential, as well as the value of building resilience, being open to reinvention, and seeing challenges as opportunities.
I also highlighted the importance of inclusivity in leadership, such as actively soliciting different perspectives from your team. As you let go of power your impact will grow.
Another takeaway was the benefits of breathwork and future-casting to build belief in yourself, as well as the powerful concept of "sisterhood", where the idea that when one woman rises, we all rise.
Throughout, I emphasized the need for leaders to show up authentically, rather than having all the answers. I encouraged listeners to reflect on their values, goals and habits to help them grow as leaders. This conference truly left me inspired and energized, and I'm excited to share these impactful lessons with you.
Click here for link to full episode and notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-307-leadership-insights-from-trailblazing-women-at-wil/
In this episode, host Michelle Bourque discusses the concept of being the "Chief Self Officer" (CSO) of your own life. Drawing inspiration from her experience at the Women in Leadership Conference, Michelle emphasizes that leadership is not limited to titles - it's about leading with influence, impact, and authority in all aspects of your life.
Key Takeaways:
- Develop a mindset of personal leadership by taking charge of managing your own life with strategic focus, just like a CEO runs a company.
- Continuously redefine your goals and success to align with your changing values and circumstances.
- Prioritize long-term goal fulfillment over short-term impulses through intentional decision-making about your time, energy, and resources.
- Implement time blocking to hold yourself accountable and ensure you're taking actions that move you towards your objectives.
- Treat self-care as a non-negotiable, and start small if needed - the key is to make it a consistent habit.
- Build a network of mentors, allies, and supportive relationships to foster growth and collaboration, just as a CEO builds a network for organizational success.
- Focus on making waves, not just creating ripples - small, intentional actions can lead to significant changes in your life.
By embracing the role of CSO, you can live with greater agency, resilience, and fulfillment, benefiting not only yourself but also those around you. Start taking small, daily steps towards becoming the leader of your own life.
Click here to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-306-leading-from-within-becoming-the-cso-of-your-life/
In this episode of the It's Your Time podcast, Michelle discusses the importance of empowering yourself to lead a life aligned with your deepest values and goals. She covers several key strategies for managing time, prioritizing personal leadership, and integrating mindset shifts that lead to growth. Michelle shares a toolkit for empowerment that includes understanding one’s core values, setting clear priorities, and using intentional daily practices to avoid overwhelm.
Michelle emphasizes the concept of integration over balance, encouraging listeners to define success on their own terms and stop striving for unattainable “balance.” Through tools like mindset shifts, breathing exercises, and intentional self-care, she illustrates how to build resilience and calmness. She also explains the "think-feel-do" model, which shows how thoughts influence actions and outcomes. This method helps listeners identify and shift limiting beliefs, building a foundation for lasting change.
To close, Michelle encourages taking small steps toward goals, letting go of perfectionism, and focusing on intentional energy management to maintain well-being. By integrating personal growth practices, listeners can lead more intentional and empowered lives.
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-305-empower-elevate-lead-your-life/
In the final episode of her Women's Health Series, Michelle Bourque dives into the power of personalized health and wellness, breaking down the ways busy women can shape their own well-being. Michelle shares her expert insights on making healthcare, nutrition, and lifestyle choices tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.
She emphasizes that fitness isn't one-size-fits-all. Instead, it's about setting realistic goals, staying consistent, and truly listening to your body. When it comes to mental health, Michelle advocates for mindfulness practices like meditation and breathing exercises as essential tools to manage stress. In nutrition, she encourages listeners to break away from emotional eating by planning and prepping meals thoughtfully.
Throughout the episode, Michelle underscores the value of setting flexible, achievable goals and celebrates the importance of small wins along the way. Her message? Don't wait for the new year to start fresh. The best time to start implementing healthy habits is right now—no matter how busy life gets.
Click here to listen to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-304-womens-health-foundations-of-personalized-health/
Join me today in the next series of the Women’s Health Series: Menopause Essentials for Busy Professional Women. In this episode, I discuss the essentials of menopause, emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing this natural life transition.
I outline the different stages: reproductive age, perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, and detail some common symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and changes in energy levels that women may experience.
I stress the need for women to take control of their health during this time, advocating for self-awareness and ongoing education. It’s crucial to pay attention to pelvic floor health, breast health, and overall well-being, which includes prioritizing nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management.
Let’s be proactive in seeking information and support, empowering one another to navigate this phase of life with confidence and strength.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-303-womens-health-series-menopause-essentials-for-busy-professional-women/
Join me today as I share a recent discussion with Stacey Mcinally, a nurse, yoga instructor, Ayurveda practitioner, and energy healer, to explore the principles and benefits of Ayurveda.
As an ancient healing system, Ayurveda emphasizes a holistic approach to health by focusing on the balance of an individual's life force (dosha) and the interconnectedness of the body and universe. Stacey discusses the value of daily practices, such as meditation, mindful eating, and self-compassion, for enhancing overall well-being. She shares her personal experience of significant improvements in anxiety, digestion, and vitality through Ayurvedic practices.
Additionally, Staecy addresses the unique health needs of women during menopause, highlighting the importance of rest and relaxation, especially during menstrual cycles.
For those new to Ayurveda, she recommends resources like dosha quizzes and meditation apps to help start their journey - check out all the great information here:
Maharishi Ayurveda Dosha Quiz: https://mapi.com/pages/dosha-quiz-landing
Banyan Botanicals Dosha Quiz: https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/pages/dosha-quiz?srsltid=AfmBOoooTNy2QpPCap3yHU-K5yj60vtnM5yh_ixckawioCZgTzSY181z
Insight Timer for Meditation: https://insighttimer.com/
Trascendental Meditation Information: https://www.tm.org/
Ways to connect with Stacey:
Email: gravityhealth307@gmail.com
Faceboook: Gravity Health & Wellness
https://gravityhealth307.my.canva.site/
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-302-womens-health-a-conversation-with-stacy-mcinally-empowered-by-ayurveda-ancient-wisdom-for-modern-women/
Join me today as I discuss the importance of mindset in women’s health – starting with recognizing how our daily thoughts and habits significantly impact our well-being.
I’m highlighting common excuses like “I don’t have time” and “I’m too busy” and sharing ideas on how to prioritize self-care with practical strategies.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-301-womens-health-mindset-to-thrive/
Join me as we celebrates episode 300 of the podcast. Today I am reflecting on the evolution of the podcast, sharing gratitude for you, and outlining three key skills: time management processes, energy renewal, and mindset shifts for your growth and development.
Today I am talking about best practices for time management, prioritizing tasks, creating a calendar, and incorporating buffer time in order to be more productive without the added stress.
I discuss the importance of energy renewal, doing activities that bring joy, celebrating small wins, and maintaining a healthy nervous system through practices like meditation and exercise.
Mindset shifts require challenging limiting beliefs, embracing growth, and stopping negative self-talk.
Be sure to check out how to learn more about the recently launched It’s Your Time Empowerment Hub.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-300-top-3-skills-for-mastering-time-energy/
Michelle Bourque discusses the importance of reflecting on the year and redesigning goals for the end of 2024. She emphasizes the need to prioritize and align daily activities with personal priorities.
Bourque encourages listeners to identify what energizes and drains them, and to compare this with their time audit. She highlights the importance of self-care and challenging limiting beliefs.
Bourque introduces her Empowerment Hub, offering resources and coaching to help individuals manage their time and energy more effectively, and invites listeners to join her email list for more information - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/wait
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-299-fuel-your-future-energize-and-prioritize-for-a-powerful-2025/
Join me today as I discuss the importance of breaking free from complacency, emphasizing the effects on your personal and professional growth.
I am highlighting complacency as an "invisible weed" that can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities, differentiating between complacency and fulfillment.
If you are ready to make the changes your most desire you will want to learn more about the new empowerment hub I am offering, designed to help professionals grow and develop in a way that works for you.
Tune in today, increase your self-awareness, set new challenges, and stay adaptable to avoid complacency as your reignite the drive in your life.
It’s Your Time Empowerment Hub wait list: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/wait
Click here to listen and for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-298-breaking-free-from-complacency-and-reigniting-your-drive/
Join me today as I discuss the new It’s Your Time Empowerment Hub, a membership program designed for busy professionals seeking to balance work and life.
The Founding Members opening of the hub will offer exclusive resources, discounted rates, and a supportive community for members to manage their time and well-being more effectively. It includes workshops on time management, wellness, and menopause transition, and so much more - with a focus on integrating professional and personal lives.
If you feel like you know there is more to life, or you are feeling stuck - this is for you. Take the time to invest in your personal growth and watch the ripple effect on others.
Listen today to learn more and get on the wait list by singing up at www.michellebourquecoaching.com/wait
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-297-its-your-time-empowerment-hub/
Join me today as I discuss the importance of distinguishing between pain and suffering. Suffering is self-imposed through negative narratives and examples, such as regretting past actions or wishing for different circumstances - all within our control. I am sharing the idea of Byron Katie's four questions to help you through the process.
Listen today to learn more: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-296-the-power-of-perspectives-differentiating-between-pain-suffering/
Join me today as I discuss the Five Why Process, a tool developed by the founder of Toyota, to help professionals achieve their goals by identifying the root cause of problems. I share its application in personal life to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve goals, and use healthcare as an example to illustrate how the process can uncover deeper issues like hospital understaffing.
I am also highlights the importance of questioning ingrained beliefs and using the process to find core motivations. I encourage you to use this method to gain clarity, stay motivated, and take actionable steps towards your goals.
In this episode:
- Foundation of the Five Why Process
- Identifying and changing limiting beliefs
- Using the Five Why Process for motivation
- Practical Application in your professional and personal life
Action Items
- Sign up for the monthly newsletter by going to michellebourquecoaching.com
- Practice using the five why process to gain clarity on personal goals and challenges
- Continue the podcast discussion on using mindset tools to achieve goals and reduce stress and share with friends who can benefit
Click here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-295-a-simple-process-for-busy-professional-women-to-accomplish-your-goals/
Join me today as I discuss the concept of becoming the expert of your own life, emphasizing the importance of self-approval and reducing the need for external validation. In this episode I am introducing the "four R's": recognizing areas where approval is sought, reframing these thoughts to understand their purpose, regrouping to create new, empowering beliefs, and regaining confidence and control. Listen today as I help you identify these areas and suggest a variety of small, consistent changes to build new neural pathways.
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-294-the-4-rs-in-becoming-the-expert-of-your-life/
Join me for a Best of Replay episode today.
This week I am sharing a previous conversation I had with Nick Klingensmith. As someone who has walked the path of a sales professional, Nick is an expert in propelling other achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts, by inspiring them to take purposeful action towards their goals.
Nick shared gems on motivation, overcoming adversity, dreaming big and living an inspired life.
Click here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-293-best-of-replay-a-conversation-with-author-and-motivational-speaker-nick-klingensmith/
Episode summary:
Today I have the privilege to share a recent conversation with my Energy Coach Maren Rasmussen. We discuss the interconnectedness of energy awareness and belief release in personal growth. She shared experience as energy awareness coach, emphasizing the importance of understanding the connection between energy and personal growth.
We talked about how generational trauma and beliefs are passed down through DNA and how acknowledging and releasing these beliefs can lead to personal growth and transformation. We also touched on the integration of energy coaching and the chakra system for personal growth, highlighting the importance of energy work and awareness for creating positive change in your life.
In this episode:
Energy work and life coaching with Maren Rasmussen
Energy coaching and chakras for personal growth
Energy healing, chakras, and awareness
Releasing generational trauma and beliefs through awareness and mindset work.
Energy work, breathwork, and their interconnectedness.
Connect with Maren: @livingawakewithmaren
livingawakewithmaren@gmail.com
Click here for full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-292-a-conversation-with-energy-awareness-coach-maren-rasmussen/
Join me today as I emphasize the importance of embracing uncertainty for personal growth, questioning and challenging beliefs and habits to redesign one's life and break generational trauma. I'm sharing personal anecdotes and insights on cultivating this mindset, including recognizing spirals of growth and cleaning up limiting beliefs. I also discuss the importance of reframing negative thoughts and maintaining a positive mindset to overcome challenges in work and personal life, practicing breathwork and mindset work to calm the nervous system and stay confident, while being intentional with thoughts and showing grace and compassion towards oneself. I want to encourage you to be proactive in your mindset work for greater resilience and confidence in your life.
- Embracing change, uncertainty, and belief in life's potentiality.
- Embracing uncertainty and crafting magic in a busy life.
- The end of quarter magic
- How spirals of growth evolve your life
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Click here for full notes to listen - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-291-crafting-magic-in-your-busy-life/
Episode Summary:
Join me today as I discuss the impact of beliefs on women's lives. Today I'm talking about the need to recognize and challenge limiting beliefs to create positive change. Be sure to listen to the end where I share a 6-week program to help you overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and accomplish the goals you have been most challenged with. The program is a personalized approach with accountability coaching, videos, efficient worksheets, and the option to listen to audio only. By doing the work you will start to feel more in control of your life, become more productive and feel less stress.
I encourage you to take ownership of your beliefs and embrace evolution, even if it means facing discomfort and potential pushback from others. Sounds like fun right? Listen today.
In This Episode:
- Impact of words on women's lives, including beliefs and choices.
- Subconscious beliefs and their impact on life decisions..
- Identifying and challenging limiting beliefs to achieve personal growth.
- Reframing negative thoughts to build new habits and achieve success.
- The power of mindset in achieving goals.
- 6 week coaching program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Patrick Sweeney: Fear is Fuel
- Alessandra Caprice: Money Breath Work
- Ellen Langer: The Mindful Body
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-290-the-impact-of-words-in-womens-lives/
Join me today as I emphasize the importance of independent thinking, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence for personal growth and fulfilling lives. Today I am talking about letting go of limiting beliefs, taking responsibility for your thoughts and emotions, and prioritizing your well-being over external validation. In this episode we are centered around the idea that by embracing these qualities, you can create a more authentic and meaningful life.
Links mentioned:
To join (no cost) email list:
www.michellebourquecoaching.com/list
David Bayer Podcast:
Link to full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-289-holding-power-in-your-independent-thinking/
Join me today as I talk about how making powerful decisions can change your life. In this episode I discuss the importance of stepping into the agency you have in life, understanding your reasons why you are making choices in your life - and how to start creating the life you most want today.
- Making powerful decisions, including understanding the definition of decision-making and the importance of taking action. 0:02
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New ways to simplify decision-making, such as delegating some decisions or letting go of unnecessary choices.
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Decision-making, self-doubt, and personal growth. 6:14
- The importance of reframing thoughts to gain perspective and find peace.
- Take control of decision-making process and embrace learning from failures for more opportunities of growth
- The power of deciding in advance to help you enjoy your life and prime your brain to find evidence for what you believe to be true.
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Checking in with your reasons why you're making decisions, and be willing to change your mind if necessary.
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Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-288-making-powerful-decisions/
Join me today as I share 3 Steps to Protect Your Peace as we enter into the summer months. This will be helpful for you if you have changes in your schedules with kids, planning for vacation or just need the figure out how to feel better today.
- Prioritizing tasks and setting boundaries to reduce stress.
- Stress reduction through prioritizing time and energy, especially during seasonal changes.
- Reframe their thoughts on time management and prioritization.
- The importance of recognizing and challenging negative self-talk.
- Finding peace and control in life through curiosity and self-reflection.
- Curiosity with compassion to overcome feeling unsure and overwhelmed.
- Bourque encourages women to view failing as learning and moving on, rather than beating themselves up.
- Simple exercise: Take 5 minutes to dream about what they want in life, trusting the nudges from their higher self.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-287-3-steps-to-protect-your-peace/
Join me today as I talk about the importance of self care for your mental health. This is an important topic for most women who have ideas like self care is selfish or you don’t have enough time. Listen today as I share some ways you can begin using self care to improve your mental health.
- Mental health and self-care with a personalized coaching package offered. 0:00
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Michelle Bourque discusses mental health and self-care, offering personalized coaching packages to help women set boundaries, manage time, and find purpose in their jobs.
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Self-care, boundaries, and prioritizing mental health. 4:36
- Self-care as a way to care for others in life.
- The importance of examining thoughts on self-care and how they spend time trying to change others.
- Using self-acceptance as a way to evolve and reject societal norms that self-care is selfish.
- Letting others be wrong about you is a powerful self-care strategy, allowing you to decide if it's selfish or not.
- Contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-286-mental-health-self-care/
Join me today as I talk about some ideas, tools and concepts to help you increase the agency you have in your health. Knowing you have the agency to control decisions around your mind, body, Spirit empowers you to make the changes you need to live the life you most desire.
In This Episode:
- Women’s health, mind-body-spirit connection, and taking control of thoughts. 0:00
- Practicing self-awareness and challenging limiting beliefs can lead to new insights and improved results in life.
- Foundations of women’s healthcare
- Women’s health, fitness, and self-care. 10:08
- The importance of self-awareness and agency in women’s health care decisions.
- Monthly Newsletter
- Dr. Stephanie Estima
- Dr. Mary Claire Haver
- Dr. Vonda Wright
- Dr. Lisa Mosconi
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-285-empowering-women-having-agency-in-your-health/
Join me today as I talk some of the best ways to help conquer stress, overwhelm and time management in order to feel more in control of your days.
In This Episode:
- Managing stress and overwhelm through setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. 0:00
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The key to empowerment: recognizing that you are in control of your time and schedule, and setting boundaries to prioritize what matters most in life.
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Managing overwhelm by reframing thoughts and prioritizing tasks. 4:38
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The power in examining their thoughts and change their narrative to produce different feelings and actions.
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Managing emotions and stress through mindfulness and self-awareness. 9:42
- The importance of observing feelings rather than identifying with them.
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Tools to manage stress and energy levels.
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Prioritizing tasks and managing time for productivity. 13:35
- The importance of prioritizing tasks and setting boundaries to avoid feeling overwhelmed and stressed.
- Tools to take control and empowering oneself for success.
- More on Stress Enhancement: Ali Crum
- More on Energy Management: Molly Fletcher
- Connect with me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-284-success-secrets-to-conquer-stress-overwhelm-and-time-management/
Join me today for a special Multiply Your Impact Series episode. Today I am sharing a conversation with Nick Klingensmith. As someone who has walked the path of a sales professional, Nick is an expert in propelling other achievement-driven professionals and leaders to oercome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts, by inspiring them to take purposeful action towards their goals.
Nick shared gems on motivation, overcoming adversity, dreaming big and living an inspired life.
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-283-multiply-your-impact-a-conversation-with-motivational-speaker-and-author-nick-klingensmith/
Join me today for a special announcement about upcoming podcast changes and how we can still work together.
www.michellebourquecoaching.com/integrate
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-282-special-announcement/
Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Christy Brown, Senior District Manager at Medtronic, and her work to help advance childhood cancer research.
This is a best of replay in an effort to share the amazing work she is doing and an upcoming event you can help be a part of.
There are so many ways you can help in the efforts so be sure to listen to what she and her husband are doing, why it’s important, and how you can help.
Check out these links to learn more:
https://fundraise.rallyfoundation.org/WeBeelieveinAlexanderStrong
https://medtronic.yourcause.com/#/newvolunteer/event/1194484
https://alexanderstrong.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/webelievealexanderstrong/
www.linkedin.com/in/christy-brown-chicago
https://rallyfoundation.org/board/
Link for full notes and to listen:
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-281-best-of-replay-conversation-with-christy-brown-childhood-cancer-research-and-how-you-can-help/
This is a fun one - episode 280 and we take a moment to look back at the half way point. I am sharing some reflections, insights and tools to help you do some of the most important - and often challenging - work in your life.
In this episode:
Midlife reflection and new beginnings. 0:00
Personal growth and societal expectations. 0:58
Self-love and self-doubt. 5:35
Self-credit and self-motivation. 7:27
Self-love, decision-making, and the power of choice. 10:46
Click Here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-280-halfway-reflections-insights-new-beginnings/
Join me today for another amazing conversation in the Multiply Your Impact Series. Today I am sharing a recent discussion with Marisa Burnett where we discussed the idea of not tossing your hat in the ring for promotions, knowing and embracing your internal motivators, the power of leading authentically, her personal fear of public speaking - and ideas on how you can overcome.
In This Episode:
- Leadership, motivation, and public speaking with Medtronic director Marissa Burnett. 0:00
- Work-life balance and personal reinvention. 2:22
- Internal motivators and leadership development. 4:49
- Leadership styles and self-doubt. 10:12
- Leadership development and authenticity. 16:14
- Leadership style and personal expression in a corporate setting. 21:01
- Public speaking tips and overcoming fear. 27:46
- Career growth, internal motivators, and impact. 32:22
- Leadership, self-awareness, and prioritization with 3 guests. 38:37
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-279-multiply-your-impact-a-conversation-with-marisa-burnett-director-u-s-commercial-training-neuroscience-med-surg-at-medtronic-embracing-your-internal-motivators-to-lead-authentically/
I am so thrilled to share this BONUS episode in the March Women’s Empowerment Series. Please take a listen to a conversation I had with Corinne crabtree last March - her information is gold and I think as we celebrate Women's History Month it's important to remind everyone of the power we have in creating our futures.
Corinne Crabtree is a Master Certified Weight and Life Coach with a mission to help every woman break generational curses in order to improve their personal health and wealth. Corinne lost 100lbs 15 years ago and ever since, she has dedicated her life to teaching women how to do the same.
Corinne Crabtree is one of the leading voices in the weightloss and business industries.
We talked business, weightloss, changing generational curses, planning and creating the life you want to live – and so much more around the power women hold in your life.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-278-best-of-womens-empowerment-series-a-conversation-with-founder-ceo-and-master-certified-life-coachcorinne-crabtree/
Join me today as I discuss the untold ABC's of high achievers. This week I am challenging you to question some deeply held beliefs around your worthiness, what accomplishment means and how you can feel less overwhelmed and stressed as you continue to strive for your goals.
In this episode:
- High achievers' untold beliefs and the lie of perfectionism. 0:00
- Embracing discomfort for growth and balance in work and life. 6:38
- Prioritizing tasks that matter most, delegating others, and avoiding busyness
- The importance of taking risks and learning from failures to grow.
- Mindset, consistency, and perfection. 8:38
- Challenging the idea of perfectionism, and suggesting that striving for imperfection can lead to greater consistency and a more fulfilling life.
- Perfectionism and its impact on growth. 12:55
- Begin implementing ABCs of high achievers to overcome feeling stuck and overwhelmed.
Click here for link to full notes:
Click here for full notes and to listen - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-277-the-untold-abcs-of-high-achievers/
Join me today as I discuss the concept of today being day one in the journey towards your goals. Today I am sharing some recent personal updates, why you don't have to wait to start again and the importance of coming from a mindset of learning.
In This Episode:
Starting fresh and setting goals. 0:00
Importance of reframing your mindset and start fresh vs. feeling stuck or off track.
Overcoming plateaus and finding motivation. 2:13
Hidden Potential - Adam Grant and the skill of finding value in taking a pause and choosing new routes to gain momentum.
Adapting to life's changes with grace and intention. 4:10
Reflecting on how life has deviated from her initial plans, shares a valuable lesson learned.
Breaking free from limiting beliefs and taking small actions towards goals. 7:27
Let go of limiting beliefs and take small, consistent actions towards your goals.
Focus on the person you're becoming and the actions you're taking, rather than just the results you want to achieve.
Setting and achieving specific goals. 9:39
Click here for link to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-276-today-is-day-one/
Please join me for this special Multiply Your Impact episode of the It’s Your Time podcast.
Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Christy Brown, Senior District Manager at Medtronic, and her work to help advance childhood cancer research.
There are so many ways you can help in the efforts so be sure to listen to what she and her husband are doing, why it’s important, and how you can help.
Check out these links to learn more:
https://fundraise.rallyfoundation.org/WeBeelieveinAlexanderStrong
https://medtronic.yourcause.com/#/newvolunteer/event/1194484
https://alexanderstrong.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/webelievealexanderstrong/
www.linkedin.com/in/christy-brown-chicago
https://rallyfoundation.org/board/
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-275-multiply-your-impact-a-conversation-with-christy-brown-childhood-cancer-research/
Join me today for the fifth and final episode in our Mentoring Bonus Series.
Today I am talking to Phoebe Swan, Senior Program Leader, GIDE at Medtronic.
Phoebe shared so many pearls of wisdom around mentoring, the importance of employee resource groups and how diversity on your personal Board of Directors can bring your greater outcomes in your career.
- Mentoring, ERGs, and diversity with Medtronic leader Phoebe Swan.
- Mentoring, career development, and personal growth.
- The importance of intentionality in mentoring relationships, including being clear about goals and
- The importance of having a diverse group of mentors and advisors to provide different perspectives and support in career development.
- The value of being part of different ERGs and having a diverse board of directors for opportunities and exposure.
- Mentorship and sponsorship in the workplace.
- Career development and networking.
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mentoring-week-bonus-series-a-conversation-with-phoebe-swan-senior-director-global-inclusion-diversity-equity-medtronic-mentoring-and-gide/
Join me today for our fourth installment of our mentoring series. Today I am talking to Steve Coleman, Senior Area Sales Director Endovenous at Medtronic.
We discussed the benefits of mentoring and the Power of 5 groups at Medtronic, how to reach out to mentors you admire and best practices in starting these new relationships.
- Mentoring and leadership development within Medtronic, and Power of Five groups at Medtronic focusing on professional growth and development through small self-led groups.
- Mentoring, leadership, and career development.
- Commitment to advancing women in leadership positions, citing a turning point where they realized the importance of having a supportive network of women in their industry.
- Unconscious bias and mentorship in the workplace.
- Mentorship opportunities and networking at Medtronic.
- The importance of asking for help and making connections, even if it means reaching out to someone who may not be able to meet your immediate needs.
- Career development and networking.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mentoring-week-bonus-a-conversation-with-steve-coleman-senior-area-sales-director-endovenous-at-medtronic-mentoring-and-power-of-5-groups/
Join me today for the third installment of our mentoring series.
Today I am talking to Radena Salmon Sawyer, Regional Sales Director Northeast Region Medtronic Neuromodulation and Pain Interventions.
We talked about mentorship through the Linkage Women in Leadership program, work-life integration and picking your hard and how the face of leadership is changing.
- Insights on mentoring for Women in Leadership through Linkage
- Importance of mentorship in various aspects of life.
- Building a diverse mentorship circle is crucial for personal and professional growth.
- Being vulnerable, trustung your intuition and being authentic in a supportive environment.
- The changing face of leadership, with a focus on diversity and the impact it has on motivation and performance.
- Carla Harris - Leadership - Linkage WIL
- Work-life balance and mentorship in the industry.
- Ownership of their mentorship relationship by setting up meetings and having a clear agenda, and offers advice on how to make the most of the mentorship.
- The importance of curiosity and asking questions in mentorship.
- Find what they truly enjoy and are passionate about in your work, as it will lead to fulfillment and happiness in the long run.
Click here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mentoring-week-bonus-a-conversation-with-radena-salmon-sawyer-senior-sales-director-ne-region-neuromodulation-interventional-pain-at-medtronic/
Join me today for the second installment of our bonus series on mentoring. Today I am sharing a conversation with Julia Bucheger, Vice President, US CRM Service and Service Transformation and Wallin Award Winner at Medtronic. We had so much fun discussing how mentoring and leadership work together and how you can take control of your mentoring journey.
- Leadership, mentoring, and career growth with Julia Bucheger.
- Mentoring journey and its importance in career growth.
- Leadership, mentoring, and authenticity in a healthcare organization.
- The value of authenticity in leadership, demonstrated by willingness to speak up and challenge decisions, even if it means being vulnerable and taking risks.
- Leadership, mentoring, and networking.
- The importance of networking and connecting with others in the industry, as it can lead to new opportunities and career growth.
- The importance of taking ownership of their career journey and seek help when needed, highlighting the value of the ripple effect in mentorship.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mentoring-bonus-a-conversation-with-julia-bucheger-vice-president-us-crm-service-and-service-transformation-wallin-award-winner-at-medtronic/
Join me as we kick off the bonus episode series for mentoring week. Today we are starting the conversation with Carla Jung - Vice President of Sales, Coronary and Renal Denervation at Medtronic.
We had so much fun discussing the importance of mentoring, best practices to implement in your life and how the process is like oxygen for Carla. Listen today and be sure to connect.
- Mentoring and its positive impact on personal growth.
- Mentoring and its impact with Medtronic leaders.
- The importance of prioritizing goals and seeking mentors in various aspects of their life, including career and personal development.
- Why it’s important to reflect on what needs to be done to move the needle in your life, and how reaching out to others can be mutually beneficial.
- Medtronic leaders share insights on mentorship, personal growth, and diversity.
- Mentoring and coaching with distinctions.
- The importance of taking action and making decisions to achieve personal growth.
Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mentoring-week-bonus-a-conversation-with-carla-jung-vp-of-sales-coronary-and-renal-denervation-at-medtronic/
Join me today as I share a preview of our special bonus week episodes starting 1.29.24.
Next week I have the privilege of sharing conversations with top leaders at Medtronic, one of the worlds largest medical device companies.
The goal of the series is to help bring you insight as to why mentoring is important - at any age or stage in your career, how you can navigate building the mentoring relationship and best practice stories from some of the best mentors around.
Listen today to help you prepare for all the bonus episodes.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-274-mentoring-week-preview/
Join me today as I share a Best of Replay conversation with Emotions Expert for High Achievers Rhonda Farr. Last week I talked about the importance of feelings in order to find success in 2024 and today Rhonda shares her insights from working with high achievers for years.
If you listened the first time through I suggest you tune in again today to pick up your next level of growth.
Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-273-best-of-replay-emotions-expert-for-high-achievers-tool-to-success-in-2024-feelings/
Join me today as I have fun with sharing 12 tools for success in 2024. In this episode I take a look at each month ahead and share a concept to help your mindset as we enter the new year.
In This Episode:
- Finding joy in your daily lives and prioritize it as a way to increase happiness and well-being.
- Embracing emotions and belief in magic.2:18
- Self-empowerment and overcoming self-doubt.4:18
- Finding power and balance in work life.7:13
- Prioritizing life, asking for support, and making decisions.9:20
- Online program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-272-12-tools-to-success-in-2024/
Join me today as I discuss success in 2024 - and how to define it without making resolutions in 2024.
In This Episode:
- Defining success in 2024 without New Year's resolutions. 0:00
- Self-care and goal-setting for physical and emotional well-being. 1:40
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Reflecting on their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
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Motivation and emotional health. 3:23
- Show up daily feeling willing, not motivated, to take next steps towards goals.
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Self-awareness and empowerment in managing emotions.
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Personal growth and self-awareness. 6:30
- Michelle Bourque encourages listeners to question everything with compassion and make 2024 the strongest, most magical year yet.
- Bourque suggests taking small steps each day to become the person who achieves success, rather than making huge changes.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-271-success-in-2024/
Join me today for our final episode of the year as I share a conversation with Montie Maners, Senior Regional Sales Director at Medtronic in the Multiply Your Impact Series. Today we are talking about the power of positivity and CASA Child Enrichment.
In this Episode:
- Positivity and child enrichment with Monty Manners. 0:00
- Career path in medical device sales. 3:07
- Career growth and networking within Medtronic. 5:44
- Positivity and self-awareness in the workplace. 9:52
- Leadership, positivity, and assuming the best in people. 12:24
- Positivity, growth mindset, and vibrations in sales. 17:31
- Manifestation and volunteering for child advocacy. 20:36
- Multiplying impact through volunteering and donations. 26:36
- Personal growth and professional development. 33:06
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-270-multiply-your-impact-a-conversation-with-montie-maners-senior-regional-sales-director-medtronic-cst-power-of-positivity-and-casa-child-enrichment/
Join me today as we close out the Women in Leadership Series. Today we are talking about the competency of being bold, the importance of personal brand and negotiations.
In this episode:
- The importance of boldness in women's leadership, including branding and presence, negotiations, and challenging limiting beliefs.
- Importance of clear communication and bold actions in professional settings.
- Personal branding and authenticity in the workplace. 5:42
- The importance of self-awareness in branding.
- Negotiation strategies and mindset. 9:43
- Overcoming limiting beliefs and negotiating with empathy. 13:26
Click here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-269-women-in-leadership-being-bold-personal-brand-and-negotiations/
Join me in the third installment of the Women in Leadership series. Today I am discussing Influence and Connection and the hurdles women face with both competencies.
In this episode:
- Influential leadership competencies with Carla Harris. 1:35
- Overcoming self-doubt in asking for what you want in life and work. 3:04
- The importance of making the ask in personal and professional settings, highlighting the need to clarify what you want and quantify the value you bring.
- Building mutually beneficial relationships in leadership. 6:04
- Networking and building relationships for career growth. 7:34
- Building a diverse network and being intentional in connecting with others.
- Connect with someone online for mutual benefit and potential influence in their lives.
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-268-women-in-leadership-influence-and-connection/
Join me as I continue the series Women in Leadership recap. Today I am talking about Clarity and Proving Your Value.
In This Episode:
- Women in leadership, clarity, and self-worth.0:00
- Leadership competencies and hurdles for women.1:43
- Self-awareness and personal growth for women.4:58
- Proving value and working smarter, not harder.9:01
- Prioritizing tasks and delegating work for personal growth.12:36
- Prioritize their energy and focus on what truly matters, rather than trying to prove their value.
- Strategies for overcoming the hurdle of proving one's value, including delegating tasks and letting go of non-aligned work.
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-267-women-in-…oving-your-value/
Join me today as I share of information from the recent Women In Leadership conference I attended. The goal of the next couple of weeks is for you to take these tools and concepts and apply them in a way that works for you as you start thinking about your goals for 2024.
- Women in leadership, internal bias, and goal setting. 0:00
- Women's leadership competencies and hurdles. 1:52
- Overcoming inner critic and limiting beliefs for personal growth. 3:53
- Recognizing and managing thoughts to improve relationships. 8:12
- Self-awareness and internal bias. 10:22
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-266-women-in-leadership-awareness-internal-bias/
Join me today as I discuss my gratitude towards a recent Women In Leadership conference, how to be intentional with your gratitude, and next steps as we close out the year.
In This Episode:
- Alternative Thanksgiving traditions. 0:51
- Embracing individuality and authenticity in success. 2:45
- Leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. 4:21
- Women in leadership and gratitude. 5:53
- Gratitude practice and rewiring your brain for positivity.
- Jennifer McCollum - In Her Own Voice
- Carla Harris - Lead To Win
- Maggie Cook - Mindful Success
- Molly Fletcher - The Energy Clock
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-265-gratitude-and-next-steps/
Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation I had with Dr. Stacy Heimburger Smalley, an Internal Medicine doctor and Certified life and weight loss coach.
Stacy helps high achieving busy women find the time they need to focus on their health goals without sacrificing any of their high performing rolls.
Weight loss is about so much more than the number on the scale and the information Dr. Smalley shared is a refreshing take on how to do it in a way that brings lasting change to your life.
In This Episode:
- Physicians perspective and training around weight loss
- Benefits of no sugar
- The importance of planning
- Determining your self worth
- People pleasing
- Setting boundaries
- Women being “volun-told” what to do in the work place
- www.sugarfreemd.com/dinner
- Connect with Stacy – IG: @sugar_freemd FB: Sugarfree MD
- Podcast: http://Weightlossmadesimple.buzzsprout.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-264-best-of-replay-weightloss-for-high-achieving-women-a-conversation-with-dr-stacy-heimburger-smalley/
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Episode Notes: Join me today as I share a Best of Replay with breath work expert, business mastery and energetic coach Alessandra Caprice. We discuss the foundations of breath work and how to get started. She touched on the basic science around breath work, as well as how it can be used in conjunction with mindset tools, or as a stand alone option. It's a great place to get started with a taste of what to expect and how significant the transformations in your life can be.
In This Episode:
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Transformational change through breathwork for busy professionals. 0:00
- Breathwork expert Alessandra Caprice discusses the importance of intentional breathing for overall wellness and longevity.
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Breathwork and its impact on business growth. 4:13
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Caprice, an energetic business mastery coach and therapist, combines breathwork with business strategy coaching to help women expand their businesses and align with their vision.
- Michelle Bourque highlights the unique benefits of breathwork, including its ability to move individuals out of their heads and into their bodies, and its effectiveness in addressing patterns and beliefs that arise in both personal and professional settings.
- Bourque notes that while she has undergone extensive training in various modalities, including mindfulness and meditation, breathwork stands out due to its ability to directly impact an individual's subconscious mind and limiting beliefs.
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Self-sabotage and the role of breathwork in overcoming it. 8:24
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Caprice describes a pattern of success and stagnation in their business, despite efforts to change through mindset work and other strategies.
- They found that committing to breathwork helped them access a different level of success and happiness, as it bypasses the mind and directly affects the body.
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Breathwork for transformation and healing. 12:49
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Breathwork provides exactly what you need in the moment, releasing energy, healing, expanding, or expressing emotion.
- Effectiveness of breathwork in uncovering past traumas.
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The power of breathwork and journaling for personal growth. 16:58
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Importance of integrating mind and body practices, such as journaling and breathwork, to address the root causes of trauma and silencing.
- Michelle Bourque compares breathwork to thought work, stating that breathwork accesses the subconscious mind more deeply than thought work.
- Breathwork as a portal to a new world, where new insights and breakthroughs can be achieved.
- Using breathwork for personal growth and financial alignment. 22:36
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Importance of releasing expectations around money and aligning with what is meant to come in, rather than clinging to specific outcomes.
- The speakers share examples of how they shifted their focus from a specific person to open up to new opportunities and people, resulting in unexpected income.
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Breathwork and its benefits for mental and physical well-being. 32:36
- Caprice offers various programs and breathwork services, including "Money Breathwork" and "Sales Alchemy," to help individuals improve their financial well-being and business success. CLICK HERE to learn more.
- More tools: Andrew Huberman's podcast - The Huberman Lab
Join me today as I share another episode in the Impact Multipliers Series.
Today we have a conversation with Megan Twigg, Solutions Consulting Specialist within the Neuroscience CST-iDS Operating Unit at Medtronic.
Today is National Be The Impact Day and we are sharing our discussion around the importance of Mentorship, making an impact in the development of your career. and passing on the tools to help others.
In This Episode:
- Mentorship and its impact in career growth. 0:00 * Megan Twigg discusses mentorship's importance in career growth and evolution. * Insights on mentorship and career development in the medical device industry. * Career growth and mentorship. 12:13 * Finding joy and energy in one's career * Importance of priorities in life to avoid burnout * Mentorship and networking strategies. 16:38 * Mentorship, personal growth, and career development. 21:32 * Faith and personal foundation have fueled Twigg’s thought process and impact on others. * Connect: Megan Twigg and Michelle Arnold Bourque on LinkedIn
Join me today as I talk about breaking into Neuromodulation. I have been talking to a number of folks recently with these common areas of conversation. Be sure to listen even if you are not looking for the medical device field - the tools and concepts I discuss can always be applied to your life in some way.
In This Episode:
- Breaking into neuromodulation industry with tips for success. 0:00
- Adapting to the demands of medical sales work. 4:55
- Work-life balance and neuromodulation jobs. 10:29
- Medical device sales and patient interactions. 16:12
- Breaking into neuromodulation industry with insights on skills and tools. 21:1
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/interviewguide
- On the socials: @michellebourquecoaching
Click here for full link to notes and to listen:
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-261-breaking-…-neuromodulation/
Thank you!
Today we are celebrating our 5th year anniversary of the podcast here with episode 260.
Join me as I talk about some of the common themes we’ve shared over the years, ideas around control and change and taking a moment to recognize you.
In This Episode:
- 5-year anniversary - thank you!
- Acknowledging progress and self-care for high achievers. 1:22.
- Personal growth and coaching techniques. 2:53
- Self-control and stress management for high-achieving women. 4:51
- Self-limiting beliefs and personal growth. 6:41
- Bourque shares personal experience with negative thinking, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in managing brain's reactions.
- Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-260-5-year-an…ge-and-thank-you/
We are starting a new series! Impact Multipliers - Conversations with people who are multiplying their impact in a variety of ways. These episodes are opportunities for you to see the amazing work people are doing in the world - and how you can #mulitplyyourimpact in a way that works for you.
Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Michelle Preslar, MBA Strategic Program Executive with Medtronic Interventional Lung Solutions. Michelle is also a member of the ASPIRE Steering Committee and serves as a Local Area Network Director.
We discussed networking - best practices, why it’s important to your career and life - and what you can start doing today to make it work for you.
In This Episode:
- Networking and multiplying impact with Michelle Pressler. 0:00
- Michelle and host Michelle Bourque discuss the employee resource group ASPIRE, which aims to Accelerate and Advance Sales Professionals through Innovation, Results, and Excellence.
- Networking and career development in medical sales. 2:47
- Networking and adding value in career transitions. 8:33
- Networking and multiplying impact in a professional setting. 15:12
- Networking importance and strategies. 21:42
Click here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-259-impact-multipliers-a-conversation-with-michelle-preslar-mba-strategic-program-executive-medtronic-networking/
We are in the final quarter of the year - what is the one result you will accomplish by the end of 2023? We don't have to wait until the New Year for setting new goals and today I am talking about a way for you to consider how doing less will help you produce more.
- Doing less to produce more in a busy professional's life.
- Setting goals and reducing energy-draining activities. 0:51
- Busy vs productive mindset and prioritization. 2:56
- Prioritizing essential tasks for personal growth and satisfaction. 6:49
- Prioritizing life goals and enjoying the journey. 8:36
- Game Changers: Molly Fletcher
- Essentialism: Greg McKeown
- The One Thing: Gary Keller - Jay Papasan
- 6 week coaching program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/integrate
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-258-doing-less-to-produce-more/
Join me today for a fun conversation around shifting your energy and the importance of growth for your human evolution.
In This Episode:
- Energy shifts and evolving through change. 0:00
- Michelle Bourque discusses energy shifts and change, sharing insights from two books and reflecting on recent changes at work.
- Molly Fletcher: The Energy Clock (Book) Game Changers (Podcast)
- Brad Stulberg: Master of Change
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Vacation location: The Otesaga
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Embracing change and growth in a team. 1:43
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Importance of change and growth in a company, and how it can lead to new opportunities.
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Personal growth and energy management. 3:23
- Reframing negative situations as opportunities for growth.
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Growth and development, finding joy in the process.
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Resisting change and finding energy drains. 7:10
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Bourque suggests questioning self-imposed obligations to identify underlying motivations.
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Prioritizing energy and productivity. 9:02
- Prioritize energy-boosting tasks and delegate/delete/delay less fulfilling ones.
- Prioritize your energy and embrace change for personal growth.
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-257-energy-sh…h-through-change/
Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation with Melynda Benlemlih who is a coach, facilitator, speaker, trainer, consultant for organizations and Founder and President of Cognitive Agility LLC.
She has over 20 years of experience in organizational development in the private and federal sectors applying solutions across the workforce development spectrum. She has built programs in higher education, International business, and federal human capital management and shared so many great tips and techniques on leadership change and what you can do to feel more empowered in your role - at any level.
She shared so many great ideas around change management, controlling your life, your time, your habits and how to gain clarity in your life. She has a free resource for you as well so be sure to listen all the way through.
In This Episode:
- Change Management
- The importance of gaining clarity in your life
- Stakeholder influencer map
- Human capital management
- Empowerment at any level in your career
- The importance of knowing what you control in your life
- cognitiveagilityllc.com - free guide: https://www.cognitiveagilityllc.com/ClarityCourse
- Updated full course information: https://www.cognitiveagilityllc.com/open-enrollment
- Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-256-best-of-r…dual-empowerment/
Join me today as I discuss The #1 Myth with Self Care.
Key take-a-ways:
- Intro to the episode. 0:00
- Today's episode is all about the number one myth around self-care, the importance of taking control of one's schedule and increasing energy and reducing stress.
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The main topic of this episode is self- care.
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Taking care of yourself is not selfish. 1:24
- Taking care of yourself is not selfish. This is a myth that many of us have for a long time.
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You have permission to do the same for yourself.
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The myth of taking care of yourself. 3:26
- The myth that taking care of oneself means that someone else suffers, or that others will suffer.
- The importance of getting crystal clear on priorities and building a relationship with yourself.
- The importance of self-care, including the decisions you make in your life on a daily basis and the choices you are making.
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The first step in deciding what changes to make.
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The key to successful self-care. 6:48
- Take some time over the next week to pay attention to where you are prioritizing yourself and make small changes that will lead to greater self-care.
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There is no right or wrong answer.
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The importance of taking care of yourself. 8:50
- Michelle wants to show the younger girls that it is okay to take care of yourself. She wants to inspire others to prioritize their own well-being as well.
- Michelle offers a six week coaching program that includes weekly content, email accountability coaching and personalized email coaching. www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-255-the-1-myth-with-self-care/
Join me today as I discuss Mastering Self Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence.
I am sharing a couple of recent examples in my professional and personal life where the importance of mind management was never more evident.
The tools I am sharing will help you feel less stressed, more at peace and able to control your energy in a way that allows you to create the life you want.
In This Episode:
- Recent work meetings and allowing others to be wrong about you
- Family matters
- The importance of giving equal air time to your thinking
- Managing your energy - BYOE
- Neuroplasticity and creating new mind shifts for greater success
- No cost consult call - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-254-mastering…nal-intelligence/
In this episode I am sharing a best of replay from a conversation with Tracy Bianco.
Tracy is a leadership coach, team development specialist, speaker, and founder of Tracy Bianco Coaching & Consulting. She has more than 30 years of experience in training, coaching, developing, and leading strong teams. She helps leaders and their teams stop hating Mondays so productivity increases, conflict decreases, and workplace harmony is the norm.
We discussed her book The Checklist Life: Breaking Free From a Life of Obligations and how important it is for you to be able to create the life you want to live based on your greatest desires - not those prescribed to you as "shoulds" through society's lens.
- The plan you have for your life
- Life not going as planned
- Finding joy in your life
- Changing the masterpiece of your life
- DISC assessment
- The importance of celebrating you
- Leadership Lab: CLICK HERE
- Confidence program: CHECK OUT
Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-253-best-of-r…hor-tracy-bianco/
Episode Notes: Join me today as I share a "best of" replay from a conversation with motivational speaker and author Patrick Sweeney.
Patrick is the author of Fear As Fuel and This book has so many of the concepts we talk about here – but with an extra layer of Neuroscience.
I could’ve talked to him all night – I find it so fascinating, and I hope you do as well.
Enjoy!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Two Wars of Decisions to make
- Fear vs opportunity
- Free energy
- Taking responsibility for your life
- Using Fear as fuel
- Blame and judgement
- Curiosity
Patrick Sweeney Contact info:
https://www.pjsweeney.com
https://www.instagram.com/pjsweeney/
https://www.facebook.com/PatrickSweeneyFearGuru/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefearguru/
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-252-best-of-i…-patrick-sweeney/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I talk about work life integration, and mom guilt.
Not a mom? Still take a listen - what I’m talking about today applies to all of us.
Work life balance is often a farce - and so often leaves women feeling like they are not measuring up. Today I am talking about how to overcome some of the lies we tell ourselves and how you can start feeling better determining how to develop work life integration in a way that works best for you.
In This Episode:
- Mom guilt
- Work life balance lie and importance of work life integration
- Giving grace and self care
- The importance of being flexible over perfectionistic
- Eliza Core Podcast: CLICK HERE
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/overwhelm
Click here for full notes and to listen: CLICK HERE
Episode 250!
Thank you for being here.
Today I am discussing my thoughts on the book 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy.
This is a great tool in taking your life to the next level - how you do one thing is how you do everything and in this book Hardy discussed the process by which you can achieve impossible goals.
In This Episode:
- 10x is Easier Than 2x
- Strategic Coach
- Be Your Future Self Now
- The Gap and The Gain
- Who Not How
- The Big Leap - Gay Hendricks
- Atomic Habits - James Clear
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-250-thoughts-…s-easier-than-2x/
Join me today as I discuss some ideas around mindful ways towards weight loss. This is not any bit of diet mentality, but instead a way to think differently about how you eat, the stories you tell around weight loss, and how what you eat has nothing to do with your morality in life.
It’s an interesting topic that goes against what we normally have been socialized to believe.
In This Episode:
- The importance of not tying your morality to what you put in your mouth
- Socialized ways we have been taught to diet
- Why diets are a bit of BS
- How to start changing the way you speak to yourself around weight
- Importance of planning in stressful times
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/mindful-ways-to-weight-loss/
Join me today as I share some thoughts around relationships and how you can feel more empowered on a day to day basis. Relationships are interesting and we have been socialized to believe they should look a certain way in each setting. In this episode I am discussing how I don't agree with that and what you can do to start feeling better with some of the folks you interact with all the time.
In This Episode:
- Celebrating 18 years anniversary
- How socialized thinking and family beliefs might hold you back
- A new take on partnerships and bringing your full self to the table
- The importance of stopping the need to control others
- Learn more about the mindset and breath work confidence program: CLICK HERE
Link to full notes: CLICK HERE
Join me today as I share a recent conversation with Eliza Core, District Manager at Medtronic.
We wanted to share this important topic to help more women see the possibility of getting onto medical device sales.
We talked about why we think women hold themselves back, how to start making shifts in confidence, and begin taking action to stretch yourself.
In this Episode:
- Why women don’t go after sales roles
- Confidence gaps
- Being authentic while stretching yourself
- Tips for interview process
- Importance of self talk and having your own back
- Building confidence from within
- Importance of mentors and networking
LInk to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-247-empowerin…dm-crm-medtronic/
Join me today as I talk about the importance of redefining beliefs in order to get new results. I was recently talking to a friend after watching a Taylor Swift documentary about how ingrained belief systems are within us, how important they are to creating the results we have in life, and how we need to unwind them in order to create new results.
In This Episode:
- Miss Americana - Taylor Swift
- Being a female and societal programs - “Good Girl”
- Belief systems from family and friends
- What does it mean to be a woman for you?
- Unwinding past beliefs
- Building new neural pathways
- Money beliefs that limit women
- Beliefs in your relationships
- Breath work for quicker results with combination of mindset work CLICK HERE
Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-246-redefinin…-for-new-results/
Join me today as I discuss an area where many folks ultimately hold themselves back for going after your dreams: waiting to feel motivated.
In this episode I'm discussing alternative feelings to drive your action, how Steven Kotler discussed motivation in his book The Art of Impossible, and how what he is suggesting can be in line with moving towards your goals every single day.
In This Episode:
- Being willing and curious
- Taking action when not motivated
- The Art of Impossible - Steven Kotler
- Small actions over time - The Compound Effect
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-245-getting-things-done-without-motivation/
Join me today as I discuss the truth about overwhelm.
The good news is - we have control over it.
The challenging news is - it doesn't always feel like it.
Today I am talking about the 3 P's you can begin implementing in order to feel less stressed and the one P to drop immediately if you want to feel better and enjoy life more.
In This Episode:
- Schedule changes
- The Four Agreements
- Importance of gaining clarity on priorities
- New ways to plan
- Pivot
- Perfectionism
- Peter Thomas Eye Patches
- Socials - @mbourquecoaching
- 6 week program
Click here for full notes:
Join me today as I discuss different pathways to success through coaching. As I have evolved over the years and worked with more of you my coaching has also evolved in ways to better help you get the results you most desire. In this episode I am discussing some of the ways coaching might look, areas where I have adjusted some tools to help move you forward and how you can start making lasting changes in your life.
In This Episode:
- Recent family fun – Taylor Swift, Beachside vacations. Alanis Morisette, and family celebrations
- The Science of Gratitude – Mel Robbins and the missing piece of gratitude journals – Oprah
- Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself – Joe Dispenza – Quantum physics
- Coaching Pathways – Mindset, Somatic, Leadership, Breath Work, Accountability
- Coaching vs Therapy
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect – Energy and Time Audit call – no cost, no obligation
- Click here for full notes:https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-243-pathways-to-success-in-coaching/
Join me today as I discuss the four stages of consciousness. This is an important topic as you take on any new skill - and can be very helpful if you are leading or training anyone in a new arena. Knowing this information, and allowing yourself and others grace along the way can help to reduce stress and overwhelm as you reach for your goals.
In This Episode:
- 4 Stages of Consciousness:
- Unconscious incompetence
- Conscious incompetence
- Conscious competence
- Unconscious competence
- How reaching the pinnace may cause you stress or frustration in your personal life
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-242-4-stages-…ness-in-learning/
- Click here for more info on 6 Week Confidence Program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
Join me today as I discuss why we often get in our own way and what you can do in order to break free from staying stuck in life. This is an important topic as you stretch yourself towards any new goals, recognize where your patterns of delay are and how to begin moving forward today.
In This Episode:
- Self sabotage as a way your brain keeps you safe
- Motivational triad of your brain
- Why the possible threat of change can keep you stuck
- The importance of asking better questions to receive better answers
- Having your own back as you decide next steps to move towards your goal
- Subconscious beliefs and breath work for healing
- How your nervous system might be holding you back
- Combination of cognitive tools and breath work - Check out 6 week confidence program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
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Here we are starting month 6 of the year and it's a great time to reflect on how the start of the year is going. When you have the discipline to take some time to reflect, assess and decide how you want the next couple of months to go you will be that much closer to your ultimate goals. Take a listen today as I talk about important questions to as yourself, a new recent role I'm taking on, and why you should not be waiting to feel motivated to accomplish the results you most want in life.
In This Episode:
- Courage vs motivation vs willing
- The importance of knowing your why
- Having compelling reasons as challenges occur
- Taking on new roles in work and how your past plays into it
- Being more time efficient through goal reflection
- Not needing to know the how of your goals
- Link to full notes: : https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-240-embracing-goal-reflections/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I share some ideas around integrating mental health practices for your busy life. My brother recently ran 100 miles as a fundraiser to build awareness around mental health and as we close out the month I think it's important we start looking at ways you can improve your mental health little by little.
In This Episode:
- 100 Miles to benefit NAMI of the Capital Region #youareenough
- The importance of knowing your why
- Confidence program - get started: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Importance of paying attention to your energy
- Food for fuel
- What are you allowing in your brain
- Importance of sleep
- Mindfulness - the stories you are telling yourself
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-239-embracing…alth-integration/
Join me today as I talk about the importance of letting people be wrong about you. For so many high achieving, people pleasing women the desire to have others like you runs high. This becomes a problem when others don't always agree with what you say, stand for, or do - and you take on their thoughts as truth. Check out todays podcast where I share two recent examples of needing to allow people to be wrong about me - what happened, how I responded and what you can do in the future in order to protect your peace.
In this episode:
- When people say things about you that are not true - how you react is integral to your sanity
- Nervous system responses to others interactions
- Allowing others to be wrong about you
- Think - Feel - Do cycle and how you create your results - not what others say
- Newest way to work with me - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-238-letting-p…-wrong-about-you/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I share a fun story about how we just closed down our final quarter in the year - and how you can use the tools we implemented for an unlikely outcome to achieve any of your goals. The work I teach is in the foundation of knowing your thinking is what creates your results and in this week's episode you can see how this is true - and start implementing for yourself.
In This Episode:
- Possibility
- Probability
- Potentiality
- The importance of the energy you bring to the actions you are taking every single day
- The importance of making a decision ahead of time of not failing in advance
- New Confidence Program: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence
- Link to full notes: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/confidence https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-237-the-3-ps-…sing-the-quarter/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss intentional weight loss to increase your time and energy. This episode is all about creating a life that works for you and one you will be able to live every day with less stress and overwhelm.
Too much time and energy is spent on a number from the scale and in this episode I'm talking about why we need to ditch the diet industry, how we can gain more time and energy back into our lives, and how taking the next steps will have you feeling better more often.
In This Episode:
- Ditching the diet industry and restriction mindset
- Benefits of being intentional with your eating
- Choosing how you want to be in all aspects of your life when it comes to food
- Lewis Howes and Michael Pollan podcast
- Tying core values to eating
- The clean your plate syndrome and how we can shift the way we look at waste.
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Join me today as I discuss the importance of failing with purpose. Many high achievers with perfectionistic thinking hold themselves back with fear of failing.
Instead of going after your dreams many people will stay safe and play small out of fear of failing - ultimately failing in advance.
I am sharing why we hold these beliefs, how they are not useful for us - or our children. I am talking about why you need to redefine what failing means in order to accomplish you biggest goals in life.
In This Episode:
- Failing means nothing about you, or your level of worthiness
- Why we have been programmed to believe failing is bad
- Why it’s important to fail with purpose
- Living in probability, possibility or potentiality
- Sara Blakely failing her way to success
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-235-failing-on-purpose/
Join me today as I discuss the importance of exploring trust and magic in your relationships - especially the relationship you have with yourself. I am sharing some recent insights from a couple of trips and talking about where we can make changes in our lives in order to get to our next biggest goals.
In This Episode:
- Recent trips to Disney and Maine and insights about magic
- The importance of trusting yourself
- Why we often don't trust ourselves
- The key to having self awareness
- Hard wiring in brain causing us to want to be part of the tribe
- Becoming your next favorite self
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-234-exploring…in-relationships/
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Join me today as I share a recent conversation with Alessandra Caprice in the final installment of our Women's Empowerment series. Alessandra is an expert in breath work and today she is sharing some foundational information to help get you started. We discussed some of the basic science around breath work, how it differs and can be used as a stand alone or in conjunction with mindset work, the benefits of taking a little bit of time to try it out - and simple steps to begin.
In This Episode:
- Foundations of breath work
- Benefits of breath work
- Breath work vs mindset work
- Uses for healing
- Changing your energy levels with breath work
- Sales Alchemy and Money Magnet
- Connect with Alessandra: http://Moneybreathwork.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-233-transform…essandra-caprice/
One more bonus in the Empowerment Interview Series! Today I am introducing you to Jennie Lakenan - she is a Certified Digital Business Consultant and Certified Life Coach.
When she discovered coaching in 2018, her life transformed for the better and Jennie quickly saw the need in the coaching industry for website services for coaches, and founded her design agency.
Her mission is to get more coaching into the world by helping other coaches to promote and grow their businesses via extraordinary websites and strategic marketing
You don’t have to be a coach to learn some great ideas from Jennie and I think she had some great information around how technology can help you be more efficient in your day to day activities sales activities, why doing b- work is important, and how letting go of trying to control everything can help you achieve more goals in your life.
In This Episode:
- The Importance of Personal Brand
- How social media can help build your career and network more
- ChatGPT in the workforce
- Efficiencies of Password Managers
- Doing B- work in order to hit bigger goals
- How loosening the grip can bring more magic to your life
- Connect with Jennie: @jennielakenan on IG and https://jennielakenan.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-232-conversation-with-jennie-lakenan-using-technology-to-increase-efficiency-in-your-day-to-day-life/
I'm so excited for this weeks March Women's Empowerment series.
Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Dr Angela Veesenmeyer. Angela is a pediatric infectious disease doctor and physician life and career coach. She still practices full time while having a thriving coaching business, enjoying hobbies and family, and getting 9 hours of sleep a night.
Dr Veesenmeyer coaches physicians who are tired of grind culture, tired of sacrificing their well-being, and just plain tired. She shows them how to take back control of their career and create one that works for their lives without having to leave clinical medicine.
You can also find her reading Nordic noir novels, watching college basketball, hiking in the winter (she lives in AZ), and dreaming of ways to deprogram the patriarchy from her psyche.
In This Episode:
- The importance of setting boundaries
- How perfectionism leads to burnout
- Why people pleasing makes reaching new goals a challenge
- What determines your self worth?
- Connect with Angela: Website: themindmanagementcoach.com IG: angelaveesenmeyermd
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-231-people-pleasing-setting-boundaries-perfectionism-a-conversation-with-angela-veesenmeyer-md/
I am so thrilled to share this BONUS episode in the March Women's Empowerment Series. I think of it as a gift I am giving you on this special birthday of mine - the last one in this decade. (No need to guess which decade 😉😂). Please take a listen to a recent conversation I had with Corinne crabtree.
Corinne Crabtree is a Master Certified Weight and Life Coach with a mission to help every woman break generational curses in order to improve their personal health and wealth. Corinne lost 100lbs 15 years ago and ever since, she has dedicated her life to teaching women how to do the same.
Corinne Crabtree is one of the leading voices in the weightloss and business industries.
We talked business, weightloss, changing generational curses, planning and creating the life you want to live - and so much more around the power women hold in your life.
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💫💫💫 - Please listen, share and tag @corinne_crabtree and @michellebourquecoaching by 3/29/23 and you will be entered into a free give away of the book we mentioned - Atomic Habits.
Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation with Becky Blackburn.
Becky is the HOSS Lady and in this weeks episode we discussed how organizing your life can help you decrease stress, increase your energy, increase time efficiency, and help build the relationship you have with your present and future self.
Tune in to gain a new way of looking at how doing the simple things daily can change your life.
In This Episode: * The importance of setting realistic systems in your life * Having compassion as you find ways to separate life and work * Every space has a function * The connection between mindset and organizing * How organizing in advance allows your freedom to do more fun things in your life * 3 Rules - No judgement ,don’t cheat, don’t give up * 3 Steps - Clear the space, commit to a function for the space, Reset * Contact Becky - The Hoss Lady podcast and www.thehosslady.com/getstarted the_hoss_lady on IG
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Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Li Huo a board certified Gynecologist who pivoted to her lifelong passion of running a med spa aesthetics practice. She has always loved empowering women in different ways and now devotes her energy to helping women create and maintain a no fuss wallet friendly skincare routine so they can have healthy glowing skin.
Her unbiased opinions and suggestions are backed by scientific medical knowledge, experience, and straight up passion. She wants every woman to buy skincare products adapt at home methods and facial rejuvenation procedures with confidence and intention you you no longer fall prey too marketing ploys viral videos from influencers and celebrities.
In This Episode:
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Skincare as selfcare * Being intentional with your goals * Understanding the process of cell turn over process * The importance of knowing what your are doing in your daily routine * Needing to be consistent and how to save time * It’s never too late and starting today for your future self * Connect with Li: IG: @coachingwithli, www.coachingwithli.com
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Today I am sharing a recent conversation with Lynn Hardin. Lynn is a retired principal from public education. She served over 20 years in a large urban school district in Southern California. She built 3 award winning elementary schools - in fact - Americas Best Urban School 2019 and she is the recipient of the National Principal Certificate for Equity and Excellence from NCUST. She is a certified life and leadership coach for school administrators and today she shared some really great nuggets on how to make a great ask, listening to learn, and the importance of communication in your work and personal life.
In This Episode:
- Making a great ask to get more of what you want in life
- Ask better questions get better answers
- The importance of listening to learn
- Keys to ensuring clear communication
- Dareen Hardy and the Compound Effect
- Keystone Habits
- Connect with Lynn: lynn@lynnhardin.com IG: _Lynnhardin
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We are starting out the month of March and I have planned a treat for you. This is my birthday month - and - my last year in this decade - so I’m making the month extra special by giving you a gift every week. I have an amazing line up of powerful women who have great information to share with you and the theme that runs through it all is empowerment - living your life in a way that works for you.
Today I am kicking it off with Melissa Rohlfs. Melissa is a certified holistic health and life coach helping busy women find freedom and feel at peace with food, their bodies and their lives. She is committed to empowering women to break free from dieting, emotional eating and self-image issues so they can ditch the diet mentality, and feel empowered in their own skin.
In This Episode:
- How a holistic approach can help your reduce stress and overwhelm
- The importance of the mind and the body as you reach for new goals
- How over drinking/over eating can keep you stuck
- When being willing to experience the full range of life - including all feelings - will change your life
- Emotional eating
- How breathwork can increase energy
- Contact Melissa: www.free2becoaching.com and on Instagram: free2b_coaching.
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-227-a-convers…more-empowerment/
Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation with Melynda Benlemlih who is a coach, facilitator, speaker, trainer, consultant for organizations and Founder and President of Cognitive Agility LLC.
She has over 20 years of experience in organizational development in the private and federal sectors applying solutions across the workforce development spectrum. She has built programs in higher education, International business, and federal human capital management and shared so many great tips and techniques on leadership change and what you can do to feel more empowered in your role - at any level.
She shared so many great ideas around change management, controlling your life, your time, your habits and how to gain clarity in your life. She has a free resource for you as well so be sure to listen all the way through.
In This Episode:
- Change Management
- The importance of gaining clarity in your life
- Stakeholder influencer map
- Human capital management
- Empowerment at any level in your career
- The importance of knowing what you control in your life
- cognitiveagilityllc.com - free guide: www.cognitiveagility.com/claritycourse
- Link to full notes - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-226-leadershi…elynda-benlemlih/
Join me today as I discuss how “knowledge is power” is sometimes a lie we tell ourselves. This came up on a recent consult call and I see so many women looking to external sources for the “right” answer. Looking outside yourself can keep you stuck if you are not making decisions, taking action, learning, and moving to the next step. Listen now as I talk about why this often holds you back from your biggest goals and what you can start doing today to change it.
In This Episode:
- How allowing others to decide the best advice keeps you stuck
- The importance of making decisions
- Being willing to fail, learn, and move on
- Knowing when you have enough information to make a choice
- Having your own back
- Spirals of growth
- Knowing your worth in your career
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-225-the-knowledge-is-power-lie/
Join me today as I talk about the top key expanding your life. Self love seems like a soft topic for some and yet it can be the most challenging work you do. This is not about buying yourself flowers, massages and bubble baths. Today I am sharing simple, quick important steps you can do in order to expand what is possible in your life.
- The importance of self talk
- What your self identity says to you
- Soft skills in work and your personal life
- Having compassion for your decisions
- How having your own back increases your self trust
- Where are you draining your energy vs loving your life?
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect to learn more about the new 6 month private coaching program
Click here for full notes:
https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-224-the-key-t…anding-your-life/
Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation I had with Dr. Stacy Heimburger Smalley, an Internal Medicine doctor and Certified life and weight loss coach. Stacy helps high achieving busy women find the time they need to focus on their health goals without sacrificing any of their high performing rolls. Weight loss is about so much more than the number on the scale and the information Dr. Smalley shared is a refreshing take on how to do it in a way that brings lasting change to your life.
In This Episode:
- Physicians perspective and training around weight loss
- Benefits of no sugar
- The importance of planning
- Determining your self worth
- People pleasing
- Setting boundaries
- Women being “volun-told” what to do in the work place
- www.sugarfreemd.com/dinner
- Connect with Stacy - IG: @sugar_freemd FB: Sugarfree MD
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-223-conversat…-achieving-women/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss burnout and self care for high achieving women in sales. Listen in as I talk about a recent work meeting, some questions you can ask yourself along the way and how to find new ways to take care of yourself in the process of advancing your career.
In This Episode:
- The story of the boiling frog
- The benefit of setting boundaries
- Self care imagined your way
- A major aha from a recent work meeting
- Stopping people pleasing before you leave
- Choosing the discomfort that allows you a net positive effect in your life
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/overwhelm
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/222-burnout-and-self-care/
Join me today as I discuss the competitive nature of sales. This is not your normal competition from within the market - today I'm talking about behind the scenes when the competition is within your company. Listen today as I talk about some ideas that might help you the next time you think someone has done something wrong and how you can take more control around your life, time and energy.
In This Episode:
- Competition in device sales
- Thought process when people seem to be doing things outside the normal rules
- When other people make you angry and how to stop
- Differences from men and women when dealing with conflicts at work
- Next steps to move towards your goal and feeling better
- Click here for full episode notes
Join me today as I share 3 keys to sticking with your goals. January 13th is “Quitters Day” signifying when most folks stop working towards their New Years Resolutions. It makes sense - in a society of “go big or go home” and perfectionistic thinking, but today I am sharing ways you can accomplish what you most desire. Listen today and make lasting transformational change in your life.
In This Episode:
- The difference between your professional and personal goals
- The key activity to know you why
- Why you don’t need motivation
- Mean girl talk
- YouTube: @michellebourquecoaching
- It’s Your Time planner - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
- Click link for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-220-top-3-key…shing-2023-goals/
Join me as I share a recent conversation with Rhonda Farr. We discussed how the skills that make you a rockstar at work challenge your intimacy at home.
We talked about some of the challenges high achievers face around intimacy and how some of the best skill sets in your career are often the the ones that sabotage intimacy in your personal relationships.
The clients she most often helps seem to have everything on the outside, but still feel empty at home. We discussed how society and gender roles and having the skills to solve and control everything around you might play into this.
We also had fun sharing some personal stories with you - listen today.
In This Episode:
- Skill sets that make you a rockstar at work challenge relationships at home
- Wanting to solve and control everything around you and how this leaves you feeling empty
- The first steps in how to find more balance in your personal life
- Masculine energy driving actions
- Slowing down to speed up and make lasting change in your life
- Find Rhonda - IG: @rhondafarr_coaching www.rhondafarr.com
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/2023
- LInk to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-219-top-skill…intimacy-at-home/
Please join me for our final episode of the year. Today I am discussing the importance of assessing 2022 before you head into 2023, the stories you will shed, and who you want to become.
In This Episode:
- Assessing last year and deciding the story you want to tell about it
- Celebrating success for yourself and learning from setbacks
- Robin Arzon - leaving 3 stories behind
- Future you questions to consider
Upcoming Coaching & Coffee: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime - download the planner and you will be on the list to receive the link for 12.31.22 9am EST call
Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-218-assessing-2022-future-you-2023/
Episode Notes:
Join me as I share some easy and important ideas around using LinkedIn to elevate your brand, increase your business and expand your network. In today's episode I'm sharing a portion of a recent presentation I did for our Northeast Region. We discussed why using LinkedIn is important for your personal brand, learning more about your doctors, your competition and resources that will be helpful for you.
In This Episode:
- Core Values exercise
- Career identity vs your job
- Physician usage of LinkedIn
- Being a leader on LinkedIn
- Omar Khateeb - www.khateebandco.com
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-217-using-linkedin-for-medical-device-reps/
This time of year can be especially stressful as more is being asked of you. Join me today as I share some stories of chaos at work, challenges with loved ones and how you can incorporate these tools to feel better as you close out the year and look towards 2023.
In this episode:
- Fire drills at work
- Never blame the Circumstance
- Stress from work and family
- How to feel better each day
- Choosing on purpose how you react
- Prioritizing with intention
- 2023 goal setting call: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-216-handling-stress-during-the-holidays/
Join me today as I share a recent conversation with Sonia Bowie. Sonia is an amazing leader, mentor, mom and so much more for young women at national levels. She was named Miss Maryland 2000, competed in Miss America and continues to give back in ways that help empower young women at many ages.
We discussed the importance of empowering women, leadership, daring to be your unique self, the importance of networking - and how we all wear invisible crowns. Join me today to learn more not only about the organizations she is closely involved with - but how you can help young women as well.
In this episode:
- Diversity and embracing your super powers
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Miss America - www.missamerica.org
- Distinguished Young Women - www.distinguishedyw.org
- Contact Sonia: missmarylandsorority@gmail.com
- Giving back through volunteering
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-215-conversation-on-empowering-women-leadership-daring-with-sonia-bowie/
Join me today as I share one of the top skills necessary for medical device skills. Change happens all around you on a daily basis and if you want to be in this for the long game you must be willing to change. Being able to embrace change allows you to deal with chaos of the job so you don’t burn yourself out. Listen today as I talk about why change is important to your evolution, how dealing with it can help you take your life to the next level, and share some changes coming here to the podcast.
In This Episode:
- Thanksgiving abundance
- Change - A top skill in device sales
- Change - A top skill for you to thrive in life
- Changes coming to the podcast
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime - start planning 2023
Happy Thanksgiving to our US friends. This is a short episode talking a bit about gratitude, being ok with not being ok, and what I missed for years in my gratitude practice.
Have a happy and safe holiday.
Thank you for being here - I am truly grateful to be part of this with you.
Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-213-gratitude/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I share some updates on my recent trip to Arizona. I had the privilege to attend the Fearless Business Workshop and an important meeting to help build cancer pain programs across the US in memory of an amazing female doctor. A main theme across both events was being fearless. Where are you holding yourself back due to fear? Listen today to learn what you can do immediately to live with less fear, and start achieving your highest goals.
In This Episode:
- Fearless business workshop
- When PTO goes awry
- Telling yourself both sides of the story
- Owning your time
- Setting boundaries
- Saying No
- Patrick Sweeney - Fear is Fuel
- Journal prompt questions to help: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/fearless
- Full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-212-being-fearless-in-sales/
Join me today as I discuss making better decisions.
Making better decisions leads to getting better results in your life. Making better decisions may also open up new opportunities, constrain other options, and have you learn along the way.
Having the skill of making better, more powerful decisions, is one of the greatest assets you have in creating the life you really want.
In This Episode:
- Recent decisions around business trips
- Asking better questions
- Deciding in advace
- Learning from results and deciding again
- Why we don’t make decisions
- Deciding as a female in a male dominated industry
- The importance of having your own back along the way
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-211-making-better-decisions/
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
Episode Notes:
Join me today for an exciting new offer and thoughts on the book We Should All Be Millionaires. Author Rachel Rodgers shares this woman's guide to earning more building wealth and gaining economic power. Your money mindset can make a huge difference in being able to achieve your greatest results in life.
In This Episode:
- Socialization of women money thoughts
- Rodgers formula for million dollar decisions
- Knowing what you want in life
- Broke ass decisions vs new money mindset ideas
- What "should" you do
- Ability to focus on more vs sunken costs of decisions
- Being enough in the moment
- New offer - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-210-thoughts-on-we-should-all-be-millionaires/
Join me today as I talk about one of the most important things you need to know in order to start making more money in device sales. This lesson is for women of all ages. Take a listen as I share a recent story with my nieces - how you can take what we discussed and start getting new results in your life.
In This Episode:
- Conversations with my nieces
- Worthiness
- Setting boundaries
- Saying no
- Choosing priorities
- Making more money
- Getting promotions
- More self confidence
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-209-top-thing-to-know-in-order-to-make-more-money/
Today I am talking about the importance of personal branding as you start your career. This topic is important is because your personal brand is a combination of your unique skills and your unique experience. Personal brand is what differentiates you from your competition, allows you to build trust with your customers, and it's how you show up in the world. I will give you a warning - I may be on a bit of a rant as we start. Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- Medical device male dominated industry
- Authenticity of your brand in your career
- Self identity in your life
- Not keeping up with the competition
- The story you tell yourself .... about yourself
- Deciding your core values
- Knowing your why
- Building confidence
- Celebrating success
- Free planner - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
- Full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-208-the-importance-of-personal-branding-in-device-sales/
In today’s episode I’m discussing the #1 reason family dynamics that can hold you back. The answer may surprise you – hint – it’s not all of the other members that drive you crazy. Listen today from the lens of the family that works for you – family of origin, extended family, work family, or family you are creating and learn the cause, the options for change, and how to accomplish the goals you most want.
In This Episode:
- Dynamics of family
- Past family beliefs
- Choosing your story around your family
- How it can be different
- How family may keep you in your current results
- Disappointing others
- The magic of – I love you, and no
- It’s Your Time Free Planner: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
Today I am sharing 3 important lessons from our recent vacation. If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed and never have time to use your vacation - or if you do you can never enjoy and disconnect - this is for you.
In This Episode:
- Stories from time at the lake
- The importance of knowing your mindset around paid time off
- The value of knowing when and how to plan around work
- Self care as a necessity - why you can never find time, and how to change that
- How I get so much done
- Free planner - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/mytime
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-206-lessons-from-vacation/
Episode Notes:
Today I have a special treat for you as we begin the last quarter of the year and start building momentum for next year. In this episode I am sharing an easy to use process for you to review last quarter, prioritize this quarter and utilize an efficient system to plan each day. Download the It’s Your Time free planner and begin creating the life you imagine - in under an hour. This will be a game changing tool for you as you take control of your schedule, reach your highest goals - and do it all without the normal stress and overwhelm. Don’t wait - listen today, download the guide - and get started.
In This Episode:
- The importance of assessing and reviewing last quarter
- Using curiosity over judgement
- Setting your quarterly goals
- Prioritizing your inspired actions
- Planning on purpose and with a purpose
- Daily journal prompts
- Full notes - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-205-prioritizing-planning-next-quarter/
- Free It's Your Time planner: www.michellebourqucoaching.com/mytime
Join me today as I discuss the the difference between pain and suffering. It is important topic and one that must be include differentiating between the two. When you know the difference between pain and suffering you can begin to take back your power and make the changes you most want in life.
In This Episode:
- Difference between clean pain and dirty pain
- What you can do to reduce suffering in your life
- 50/50 of emotions in life
- The problem with resisting emotional pain
- Socialization of stifling emotions
- The benefit of feelings
- Learning from “painful” feelings
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com - Download free guide to not feel so overwhelmed in your career
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-204-pain-suffering/
Today I am talking about the #1 tool for motivation - it may not be what you think. So many folks believe they need to be motivated in order to accomplish the next goal - but what if that is not true?
Listen today as I share why that might not be the answer - and how you can keep going - even on the days you are not feeling like it
In This Episode:
- Where motivation comes from
- The benefits from being willing to feel - willingness
- The importance of knowing your subconscious thinking
- Have grace - and continue on
- Free guide - 3 Simple Steps to Excel in Your Career Without The Stress and Overwhelm: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/overwhelm
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-203-the-1-tool-for-motivation/
One of my goals this year has been to elevate the voices of strong powerful women - and in this episode I am sharing a recent conversation with Tanya Miszko, the founder of 30 Minutes of Everything.
We talked about the importance of self care, women’s health, priorities, and creating your life your way. Join me today as a reminder of the importance in deciding what success looks like for you, how you want to spend your time, and some easy tips to get started.
In This Episode:
- Movement for stress reduction
- Self care in order to help others around you
- Having options and deciding what works for you in life
- Making your life a priority
- Scheduling personal time that works for you in relation to work
- Connect with Tanya - https://30minutesofeverything.com
- FB/IG - @30minutesofeverything
- Click here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-202-conversation-with-tanya-miszko-on-scheduling-self-care-priorities-doing-life-your-way/
Join me today as I share the #1 thing you need to know in order to overcome stress at work. If you think it’s the job, the boss, or the coworkers - you need to listen now. So many women feel stressed and overwhelmed from work demands and today I am sharing how you can start feeling better.
In This Episode:
- Where stress comes from
- Where stress does not come from
- The importance of awareness in your thinking about work
- How to find balance in work and life
- Complimentary guide: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/198
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-201-the-1-thing-to-overcome-stress-at-work/
Today we are celebrating episode 200! Thank your being here, for listening and for taking the time to invest in yourself over the last 200 weeks. I am taking today as an opportunity to look back at where we started, discuss some of the top downloaded episodes and share my ideas for the future. It has been a privilege to speak to you and I believe we are just getting started.
In This Episode:
- Drinkless Podcast to It’s Your Time
- Top downloaded concepts: Weight Loss, Atomic Habits, Focus, Decisions, Habits, Future Self, Goals
- Thank you to all previous guests: Caryn Gillen, Rhonda Farr, Patrick Sweeney, Natasha Tekeste, Patricia Cimino, Lindsay Poelman, Rebecca Tervo, Patrick Sweeney, Samuel Adeyinka, Carrie Stringer, Tracy Bianco, Dr. Sonia Wright.
- Process to work from your goal
- The Life Coach School
- Being intentional with your life
- Please tag and share @michellebourquecoaching
- Full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/200-evolving-its-your-time/
Episode Notes:
I see many women holding themselves back from a sales career because of the stories they have around selling. In today’s episode I am discussing my previous thoughts on selling, your stories around it, what others in your life think - and which story determines your level of success.
In This Episode:
- The stories others have around your selling career
- The importance of your belief in your selling capabilities
- You money mindset
- What success means
- To Sell Is Human - Daniel Pink
- Adam Grant - Introvert/Extrovert/Ambivert levels of success research
- Natasha Tekeste - Money Mindset Coach Episode 190 - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-190-conversation-with-money-mindset-coach-natasha-tekeste/
- Start here: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/3steps
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-199-sales-is-not-a-bad-word/
I recently had the privilege of being asked to speak at our local Women’s Professional Network in the topic of Imposter Syndrome. My first thought was - how fun - and immediately to follow was - why would she ask me? It was a perfectly timed question from my brain.
Some studies show 70% of women experience imposter syndrome. Listen today as I talk about what imposter syndrome is, where it comes from, and how you can overcome it.
If you have experienced this it's important to know - 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘪𝘴 - 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘥𝘰 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘵 - listen today to learn more. Download the free guide and get started on changing it for yourself today.
In This Episode:
- What imposter syndrome is
- Where imposter syndrome comes from
- Why imposter syndrome is a problem
- 3 steps to overcome imposter syndrome
- 3 N practice
- Ladder thoughts
- Take it up a notch
- Brooke Castillo - The Life Coach School
- Jon Acuff - Soundtracks
- Free guide: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/198
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-198-overcoming-imposter-syndrome/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I share a recent story about one of my doctors, self identity and goal setting. In this episode you will learn why understanding your current story around self identity is important, what changes you will want to make in order to become your future self and the best way to form habits in order to accomplish your next level of goals.
In This Episode:
- The importance of knowing your current story around your self identity
- Who do you want to become
- Socialized systems that may have held you back
- How to implement new habits around self identity for lasting change
- James Clear - Atomic Habits
- contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Click here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/self-identity-and-goals/
Episode Notes:
Listen today as I discuss the #1 secret to planning. If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed for work you will want to check this episode out. Learn how planning can be the the super power you need next in changing your life - both from a professional and personal standpoint.
In This Episode:
-
1 Secret in planning
- Setting goals in a consistent manner
- Annual/Quarterly/Monthly/Weekly and Daily plans
- Planning your personal life
- Setting your future self up for success
- New ways to calendar your time
- Free guide: 3 Steps to Excel in Your Career Without the Stress and Overwhelm: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/3steps
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-196-the-1-secret-to-planning/
Join me today as I discuss some areas of difference and the gender gap within the sales industry for women. I am using a number of stories from my career, and from the work I do with others, as I share some mindset shifts that could be useful for you.
In This Episode:
- Being a woman in sales
- Limiting beliefs around sales
- Setting beliefs
- Communication differences
- Differences in self promotion
- Money mindset
- Dan Sullivan - the 4 C’s
- Not needing confidence
- New Free Guide: 3 Simple Steps to Excel in Your Career without the Stress & Overwhelm: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/3steps
- Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-195-women-in-sales/
Join me today as I share a recent conversation with Master Certified Life coach Caryn Gillen. We talked about a number of topics including running your business and territory in way that best suits, owing your leadership abilities, knowing the essence of your values and being in it for the long game. There are so many golden nuggets in here - you won’t want to miss it it - listen now.
In This Episode:
- Leadership qualities in business
- Running your business and territory the way that works for you
- The importance of having fun
- Brene Brown and Values - https://brenebrown.com/podcast/living-into-our-values/
- Why you want to consider slowing down in order to speed up
- Discomfort as your Lighthouse
- Being in business for the long game
- Connect with Caryn: * https://caryngillen.com/
- Lead Your Profit (course) - https://caryngillen.lpages.co/lead-your-profit/
- 30 Days of Powerful Questions (freebie) - http://caryngillen.com/30q
- When I’m in Charge That Will Be Different Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-im-in-charge-thatll-be-different/id1559453393
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-194-leadership-business-and-values-with-master-certified-coach-caryn-gillen/
Join me today as I talk about some of the most important habits you can implement for greater success. Our daily habits bring about our current results so in order to make changes in life you must begin with small changes in your current routine. Listen today as I talk about why it’s important to give up certain habits as your replace them with ones that are more likely to give you the changes you desire.
In This Episode:
- Atomic Habits - James Clear
- What do you need to stop doing?
- Who are you becoming?
- Future Self habits
- Net Negative effect of habits
- Inattentional blindness
- The Compound Effect - Darren Hardy
- The importance of prioritizing your time
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Click here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-193-habits-to-greater-success/
Join me today as I discuss overwhelm in life. We are at the half way mark of the year and summer schedules can add a new challenge in life. Listen today as I talk about what overwhelm is, what overwhelm is not, and how you can have less of it over the next couple of months.
In This Episode:
- Overwhelm with changing schedules
- Gaining clarity on what needs to be done
- Overwhelm as a fact
- Overwhelm as a thought
- Results from overwhelm
- The #1 thing you can do for less overwhelm
- Connect with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Ckick here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-192-overwhelm-in-life/
Podcast Day! Join me today as I discuss how your habit of thinking is creating your life. In order to make the changes you most desire whether it’s career advancement, less wine, weightloss, or time management - you must become aware of your current pattens and decide on purpose how you want to tell your story.
In This Episode:
- My recent high school reunion
- Choosing how you tell your story
- The importance of journaling
- The problem with judgement on thinking
- The most important question when making decisions
- DISC assessment - Tracy Bianco - https://tracybianco.com/meet-tracy/
- Quantum zero effect
- Self directed neuroplasticty
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Link to full notes and episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-191-habit-thinking/
Podcast day! Today I have a treat for you as I share a recent conversation with Money Mindset coach Natasha Tekeste. Natasha teaches people how to love the money they have , while also love the process of earning and creating more more - because it is possible for money to be easy and fun.
In This Episode:
- Money Mindset Coach Natasha Tekeste - https://www.natashatekeste.com and IG:
- Past money beliefs and how to change them
- Abundance vs scarcity thinking
- Sales and competition
- Gaining confidence around money
- Money changing the world
- Lies about money
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-190-conversation-with-money-mindset-coach-natasha-tekeste/
Join me today as I discuss the importance of managing your self talk. The way you speak to yourself plays a very important role in the results you create in life. Listen in as I talk about - not only why you should manage the things you say to yourself - but the steps you need to start taking in order to make the changes you most desire in life.
In This Episode:
- Pop up free coaching this weekend - get on email list for next offers: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/list
- Becoming aware of what you say to yourself daily
- Neuroplasticity and wiring new beliefs
- Hebbian Theory and Joe Dispenza - The neurons that fire together wire together
- Human Design - www.jovianarchive.com and Rebecca Tervo
- Using compassion and curiosity to create new results
- Strategy calls (free) www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Peloton - Christine D'Ercole - I AM, I CAN, I WILL, I DO
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Join me today as I discuss the recipe for increasing your sales. Tune in to learn the top 5 things that will help you increase your sales (or any accomplish any goal) this year. Listen today to discover the ways you can have more fun doing this work, with less stress and overwhelm.
In This Episode:
- Gain and understanding of the method and make it your own: similar to a Rachael Ray recipe
- Having clarity on the goal
- The importance of working from the goal
- Knowing the feelings of the goal accomplished
- Believing before achieving
- Using your emotions as fuel
- Being onto your human brain - motivational triad
- Being willing to fail
- Family fun stories
- Get on the summer beta program email list: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/summer2022
In today’s episode I am discussing the importance of mental health around weight loss. Weight loss is never about the number on the scale, or the way your clothes fit. Society likes to tell us it’s about counting the carbs, the calories, the macros, and on and on, and if it was that easy we would not have the obesity epidemic we have. The answer is looking at your mindset around your weight, what weight loss means, and your reasons for wanting to change. This is an important topic that can drain your brain energy if you are not on top of it.
Listen today in order to increase your energy, decrease your stress, and feel better in your body.
In Today’s Episode:
- Being grateful for Memorial Day and the men and women who allow us our freedoms
- Body Acceptance
- Being intentional and paying attention to your body
- Alia Crum, PhD - https://mbl.stanford.edu/people
- Dr. Jason Fung and the Obesity Code - https://www.dietdoctor.com/authors/dr-jason-fung-m-d
- Mindset Matters and Ghrelin
- Mindset Matters and Exercise
- The importance of planning in advance
- Daily Habits
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-187-mental-health-matters-and-weight-loss/
May is Mental Health Awareness month and today I want to share some ideas around decreasing your stress and anxiety in order to feel better, and do more of what you love. Listen now to hear how stress is not always a negative thing in our lives, and how you can start to lessen the anxiety you feel on a daily basis.
In This Episode:
- Acute/Moderate/Chronic stress
- How stress can be useful
- Andrew Huberman - The Huberman Lab - https://hubermanlab.com
- How neuroplasticity can help you feel better
- Importance of the story you tell around stress
- Embracing anxiety
- Slow breath vs Winhoff breathing
- Dr. Jeffrey Swartz - UCLA
- Work with me - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
Full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-186-mental-health-matters-stress-anxiety/
Join me today as I discuss the top 3 time management habits to begin implementing if you are looking to have more control over your agenda. This is not a “how to hack” podcast today - it is a “how to change your life” discussion. Ready? Let’s get started. In This Episode:
- Current time habits
- Time journal tool
- Zones of time management - Gay Hendrickson - The Big Leap
- The problem with being busy
- Prioritizing
- Planning your needle mover items - Brendan Buchard
- Starting new habits - Atomic Habits - James Clear
- Morning routines - Mel Robbins - 5 Second Rule
- Miracle Morning Millionaire - Hal Elrod
- Click link to listen on favorite platform and full notes - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-185-time-management-habits/
Episode Notes:
Today I want to talk to you about being the boss - of your brain. So many folks go around life living in default mode. If you want to make true, lasting changes, you need to be intentional with the way you think, think on purpose and create the life you imagine. Listen today as I reflect back on the last fiscal year, share the challenges faced, lessons learned and opportunities for growth.
In This Episode:
- Fiscal year end of a challenging year
- How to be the boss of your brain
- How to re-wire your brain to find your wins
- The importance of celebrating wins for high performers
- Jerry and Ester Hicks - the importance of Pivot
- Gaining clarity
- The importance of reframing the story of discomfort
- Click here for full notes and to listen on your favorite platform: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-184-being-the-boss/
Episode Notes:
Today I want to discuss the most important piece of strategy you need in every single goal you have. This topic came up as we are closing down our fiscal year this week and I thought it would be fun to discuss the strategic “must have” that I know works more than any other - and will help you accomplish any goal. Not many people tell you this - especially in the world of corporate thinking. In fact - it might seem crazy to some - but I'm ok with embracing my crazy if it means I create the most amazing life I possibly can and share it with you to do the same. Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- The most important strategy you need for any goal
- What you need to know when the goal timeline gets challenging
- Extreme Ownership - https://echelonfront.com/extreme-ownership/
- The Answer to How is Yes - https://www.amazon.com/Answer-How-Yes-Acting-Matters/dp/1576752712
- How to come to your compelling reason
- Knowing your level of commitment
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-183-the-1-strategy-for-any-goal/
I have a special treat for you today - I am sharing a recent conversation with Certified Coach, Motivational Speaker and Business Mentor Patricia Cimino. April is Stress Awareness month and Patty is sharing some really great info that might help you feel better. Listen and learn more about Positive Intelligence, the importance of intuition, and how these tools can help you in business.
In This Episode:
- Positive Intelligence - www.positiveintelligence.com
- Mental Fitness Muscles
- How meditation can help in business
- How your energy influences your day
- The importance of 5 senses and the work of Joe Dispenza
- Full notes - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/patriciacimino
Ways to connect with Patricia:
https://www.Linkedin.com/in/patriciacimino/
mailto:patricia@patriciacimino.com
https://www.patriciacimino.com/coaching
Join me today as I discuss a couple of foundational concepts around selling in a way you have never heard before. We all sell in one way or another in life. Today I am talking about the most important sale you will ever make - and it’s unlike any you will find in the finite corporate world. Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- Selling in personal and professional world
- Selling changes the world
- The various types of sales people
- Thoughts around sales people
- Money making opportunities
- Simon Sinek - The Infinite Games
- Selling yourself on you
- Sign up for a consult call (no charge): contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-181-selling-101/
Episode Notes:
Today I have a treat for you as I share a recent conversation with Trauma Informed Expert and Coach Lindsay Poelman. This year my word of the year is power - and this podcast is with a powerful woman and on a powerful topic. Listen in today as we talk about the power of healing, changing relationships, and changing your life - once you know more about this topic.
In This Episode:
- Trauma in the medical field and corporate world
- Concepts of “Big T” and “Little T”
- Oprah and Dr. Bruce Perry - What Happened to You?
- Trauma responses
- Playing small and not achieving your highest level of success
- Awareness of trauma
- Free Download: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/trauma
- Lindsay Poelman: https://www.lindsaypoelmancoaching.com
- Lindsay on IG: @lindsaypoelmancoaching
- Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-180-conversation-with-trauma-informed-expert-lindsay-poelman/
There have been a few concepts coming up this week in coaching that I think are important to share here today - control and trust. Trying to control others can be exhausting and being able to step into trust will lead to amazing changes in your life. Listen today to learn more about what I am talking about.
In This Episode:
- Why we try to control others
- The problems we face when trying to control others
- Processing Emotions - @rhonda_farrrcoaching on IG
- Stepping into self trust
- Empowering others
- Women’s History Month with Christine D’Ercole - IAMICANIWILLIDO - Peloton
- Work with me: contact@michellebourquecoaching
- https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-179-control-and-trust/
Join me today as I reflect back over the years and share some lessons learned around coaching concepts. The lessons I’m sharing are around what we discuss here each week - ways to improve your work-life integration so you can excel in your career, without the stress and overwhelm so you can do more of what you want. Listen today as we have a little fun.
In This Episode:
- Birthday lessons over the years
- Self Awareness
- Naming the podcast
- Brendon Burchard - It’s Your Time
- Darren Hardy - The Compound Effect
- Perfection vs progress
- Corinne Crabtree - control your time
- Alanis Morrissette Jagged Little Pill
- Prioritizing self care
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-178-birthday-reflections-coaching-concepts/
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Today I want to talk to you about abundance and success. In this episode I am sharing the importance of your subconscious mind as you consider new goals, and why you might not be able to accomplish what you most desire. I want you to decide what you consider success - listen now to get some ideas that will help you know the answer to that.
In This Episode:
- Checking in with yourself
- The importance of knowing what you most desire
- Abundance mindset vs scarcity thinking
- Think - feel - act model
- Success as defined by you
- The problem with looking to external success measurements
- Going to the place of having accomplished your goal
- Link to full notes and to listen - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-177-abundance-and-success/
Join me today as I begin a discussion around how the Patriarchy shows up in the device field. This conversation is an opportunity to see how we can all begin to make changes in an effort to dismantle the system that tends to keep women playing small. Change begins with awarenes— and once we know better we do better - one step at a time. I would love to know how this lands for you.
In This Episode:
- The Boys Club of medical device
- Masculine energy around words
- Promotional opportunities
- Questioning the idea that all success must include hard work
- The balance of being a mom and having a successful career
- Stop apologizing for your life
- How you define success
- Michelle Morkert: https://michellemorkert.com/about/
- Continue the conversation with me: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-176-patriarchy-in-the-medical-device-field/
Join me today as I start to question some areas around finite thinking in the corporate world and how changing some of what you currently believe can bring you to your next best level.
In This Episode:
- Belief in your goals
- Finite thinking around quarterly goals
- Finite thinking around competitive share
- Using AND vs OR and the importance it holds in creating new results
- Future self goals
- Replay of recent class - email: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/finite-thinking-in-the-corporate-world/
Join me on this special episode where I talk about an upcoming (free) class on setting & achieving goals. You will leave with a step by step process to implement any goal in your life – and it’s nothing I’ve ever heard in the corporate world. Join me 2/26 at 10AM EST. Replay will go out to email list.
In This Episode:
- Class agenda
- Compelling reason
- Motivation
-
1 tool you need to know for any goal
- Class sign up: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/goals
- 1:1 private coaching: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Full Notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-174-upcoming-class-setting-achieving-goals/
Join me today as I talk about our need to make others do what we want - based on what we think is best. In this conversation I am talking about why we want others to do what we want, why they don’t usually do it, and how we can reframe it for ourselves moving forward.
In this Episode:
- Why we want others to do what we want them to do
- Why others don’t typically do what we want
- The stories we tell about others not doing it right
- The importance of seeing your beliefs with a coach
- Priorities
- Compelling reason
- Suffering at our own expense
- How to start feeling less stressed and overwhelmed by others
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-173-making-others-do-what-we-want/
Join me today as I discuss some tools around making hard decisions. Change is rarely easy and in this episode I am sharing some ways to think about decisions you have made, as well as questions to ask along the process.
In Today’s Episode:
- How to know if it’s the “right” decision
- How to think in advance of your decision
- How to think after your decision
- Questions to ask along the way
- Work with me - www.michellebourquecoahcing.com/connect
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-172-making-hard-decisions/
Do I have a treat for you today! In today’s episode I’m sharing a recent conversation with Emotions expert Rhonda Farr. For those of you who have been here for awhile you might already know her from episode 117 where we talked about feeling feelings. In today’s episode we are going a little deeper, and we are talking emotions, subconscious work, healing manifesting and so much more. We set this up in a way that it’s like a conversation we are having and you get to listen in. We also discussed the science of what most folks consider woo-woo and a very personal issue Rhonda helped me make a shift in. Listen now for all the nuggets of gold she shared.
In This Episode:
- The importance of feeling feelings
- Processing emotions
- The energy we have as humans
- Joe Dispenza Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
- Michael Singer The Untethered Soul
- Manifesting your new goals
- Relationships with emotions
- @rhondafar_coaching
- www.rhondafarrcoaching.com
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-171-conversation-with-emotions-expert-rhonda-farr/
Join me today as I discuss my thoughts on The Gap and The Gain by Benjamin Hardy Phd and Dan Sullivan. How we measure our success is an important tool to consider when we want to take our lives to the next level. Listen today to hear what you need shift in order to hit your net goals. In This Episode:
- Living in the The Gap – Scarcity Mindset
- Living in the Gain – Abundance Mindset
- Feeling the feelings that propel you to your next goal
- Self determination
- The Compound Effect
- Download 2021 books: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/book2021
- Click here for link to full notes and episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-170-thoughts-on-the-gap-and-the-gain/
Join me today as I talk about how we numb in order to feel better, and how that holds us back from achieving our goals. It might look like over drinking, over eating, over social media scrolling, over shopping - over anything you choose in order to avoid feeling unwanted feelings. When we are willing to go through the discomfort we are then able to make the changes we most desire in life.
In This Episode:
- The reason we avoid feelings
- The importance of feeling all feelings
- My coaching experience
- Avoiding feelings subconsciously
- Life being 50/50
- How to get unstuck in your life
- Full notes to listen - https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-169-numbing-to-feel-better/
In today’s episode I’m talking about the importance of living in the Gain vs the Gap. We need to decide what our purpose is and how we tell the story in a way that keeps us in the gain in order to build more abundance in our lives. Giving yourself grace and knowing how far you’ve come allows you to see what else is possible.
In Today’s Episode:
- Benjamin Hardy PHD
- The Gap vs The Gain
- Deciding your purpose
- The importance of “I am” statements
- Knowing your core values
- Choosing your passions
- Where you started vs ideal
Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-168-purposeful-gains/
Welcome to 2022! In today’s podcast I’m talking about power and purpose. What does each mean to you? The most important thing is to gain clarity on where you hold your power - and what you decide is your purpose. Join me today as I discuss what power means to my and how I tie it into my purpose here with you.
In Today’s Episode:
- Magic and imagination
- Vision boards
- New Years resolutions and goals
- Word of the year
- What power means to me
- What purpose means for you
- Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-167-power-and-purpose/
Join me today as I talk about the importance of who you are being and why - especially as you enter the new year. Most resolutions don’t last and I discuss why this is, what you can do about it, and how to best set yourself up for success. I also touch upon the importance of knowing what you want to let go of as we close out this year. Listen today and get our list started - so many great things are in store for 2022.
In This Episode:
- Why resolutions don’t last
- Knowing who you are being as you evolve
- Being your future self
- The importance of understanding your why for any new goal
- Release of 2021
- Free download of top 10 podcasts from 2021 - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/podcast2021
Today I’m talking about the importance of closing on the year reflecting on what you have accomplished over the last 12 months. Yes it’s important to look towards the new year and setting new goals - but not before you give yourself credit for what you have done. We need to take time to slow down, assess, and decide what your future plans are moving forward.
In This Episode:
- Emotions are neutral
- Willingness to feel emotions will determine goals accomplished
- Questions to consider closing the year out
- Deciding what to let go of
- Choosing what to move forward with
- 4 open spots for 1:1 coaching - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Full notes to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-165-reflecting-on-2021/
Episode Notes:
Today I am talking about not having enough time. A lot can be put on your plate this time of year and today I am talking to you about the biggest lie you tell yourself, the action steps you can begin in order to not be so overwhelmed and how you can make this the most peaceful holiday season yet.
In This Episode:
- Never having enough time lie
- Setting boundaries
- Doing more of what you want
- Activity management vs time management
- Gary Keller - The One Thing
- Brendon Bouchard - Friday Finishers
- Setting priorities
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-164-not-having-enough-time/
Episode Notes:
I have a special episode for you today with a replay of a recent training I held. I know it can be helpful for so I condensed to the teaching portion and am sharing with you here. Take a listen as I discussed gaining clarity on priorities, considering worthiness, setting boundaries, and scarcity vs abundance mindset. Please consider challenging some of the beliefs I discussed in this training and begin building awareness to decide what you want to do more of. I had so much fun with it and will be doing more like this in the New Year - listen today, and stay tuned for more.
In This Episode:
- Overwhelm is never caused by lack of time
- Manage activities not time
- Gaining clarity
- Worthiness hustle
- Knowing your worth
- Setting boundaries
- Why you don’t set boundaries
- The most important relationship you have
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/connect
- Full notes:
Episode Notes:
Today I want to talk to you about finishing up 2021 and looking forward to getting a jump start on one 2022 goal. I am discussing how to close out the year, how to set goals for next year and the most important thing to consider when creating your future self. Don’t miss out on the free upcoming coaching and connection call this Saturday 12/4 at 10am.
In this episode:
- Looking back on November
- Creating a new goal for 2022
- Importance of knowing your reason why
- Dan Sullivan - your future is your property
- Joe Dispenza - creating from your future
- The importance of feeling into you future
- Visualizing the path - Mel Robbins
- Free Coaching call - 12/4/21 10am EST - www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes:
Happy Thanksgiving! Today I want to talk to you about feeling stressed, feeling blessed, and toxic gratitude. The upcoming weeks can be crazy for a lot of folks and in this episode I want to discuss recognizing how stress feels in your body, the importance of processing it, an important step we miss in feeling blessed, and how society may have programmed us to be on the edge of toxic gratitude. Tune in to hear about an invitation for you to join me in December.
In This Episode:
- Physical symptoms of stress and importance of processing them
- Overwhelm during the holidays and planning
- Feeling blessed - and for what reason
- Toxic Gratitude - When I'm In Charge That Will Be Different podcast with Melissa Bird, Phd
- December 4th invite
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-161-feeling-stressed-blessed-toxic-gratitude/
Today I am discussing the book On Purpose - The Busy Women's Guide to An Extraordinary Life of Meaning & Success, by Tanya Dalton. I loved this book for so many reasons and most importantly the overall message being the idea that we challenge some of the beliefs we have trusted for so long, and challenge what society has defined for us. Instead we need start looking at what extraordinary looks like in your life. She says we are operating within dated, obsolete models that are desperately in need of evolving because joy and happiness deserve to have a seat at the table - it's time to pull up a chair for them.
In This Episode:
- Tanya Dalton - The Intentional Advantage Podcast
- Kris Plachy - Leadership is Feminine Podcast
- Reflection
- Projection
- Action
- Alteration
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-160-on-purpose/
Episode Notes:
Today I am talking about feeling guilty - how fun! The truth is, many of us feel guilty and with no upside to anyone. Let’s dive into what feeling guilty means, what the thoughts are that cause guilt, what else could be true.. and - is it really guilt?
Let me know if you notice the “where do you come up with these things?” Response I received from the editor… I may have misused a quote about Bon Bons… Sometimes I get sayings wrong… it’s fine - you get the point right?
In This Episode:
- Awareness around guilt in your life
- Feelings of guilt
- Thoughts causing you guilt
- Guilt vs Shame
- Work with me: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-159-feeling-guilty/
Episode Notes:
In today’s episode I am talking about Imposter Syndrome - how it shows up for high achieving women, what you can do to recognize it, change it, and move towards your goals feeling better. Many women experience this at some point in your life but it doesn’t have to hold you back from doing what you most desire. Listen and let me know what you think.
In This Episode:
- Imposter syndrome in the medical field
- Signs you might be experiencing Imposter Syndrome
- Sub divisions of Imposter Syndrome
- Things you can do to overcome Imposter Syndrome
- Finding your gains in life
- Changing your thoughts about gaps in your life
- Work with me: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-158-imposter-syndrome/
Join me as I discuss how redefining hustle might be the next best step in you reaching your next level. This industry loves the busy badge of honor based on hustle - but is it what brings true success at the end of each day? Today I discuss how to redefine hustle that works for you.
In This Episode:
- Defining hustle and redefining what works for you
- Women in the workforce striving for success
- Productivity, efficiency and reaching goals
- Less stress and overwhelm
- How to do more of what you want
- Work with me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Notes to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-157-redefining-hustle/
Join me today as I talk about the importance of challenging your perspective in order to get new results in your life. The way you look at your circumstances will determine your results, and challenging what you currently believe may be the key to accomplishing your next goal . I am not just talking about putting on your rose colored glasses and make everything positive. Sometimes simply challenging our perspective to see what else is possible will help us make the changes you need.
In This Episode:
- Client success story
- The way you look at your job
- The importance of challenging your perspective
- Empowering yourself to make the change
- Conditioning of a sales rep
- Going after more than the numbers
- Work with me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Link to full episode notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/episode-155-perspective/
Episode Notes:
Today I am discussing some ideas around judgement, bias, and self awareness. Join me in an even tempered discussion about how we are all bias because we are human - and that doesn’t mean we are all terrible people. When we can increase self-awareness around our thinking, we are able to decide if we want to make changes in order to gain new results in our life. Listen today to learn more about what I mean.
In This Episode:
- Self-Judgement
- Bias
- Unconscious bias
- Cognitive Bias
- Bias at work
- Projection
- Increasing Self-Awareness to increase Emotional Intelligence
- contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Click here for link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-154-judgement-bias-and-self-awareness/
Episode notes:
Listen today as I discuss how I think toxic positivity and everyone gets a ribbon mentality can ultimately hold us back from accomplishing our hearts desire. The external praise is not what determines our value or worth - knowing our intrinsic value is the key to our success and our willingness to fail and feel feelings are the keys to getting to our next best self. We have one quarter in the year left - what do you want to do with it? And don’t forget to celebrate - you. Let’s go!
In This Episode:
- Games without winners is practice
- Thinking little girls shouldn’t cry
- Building resilience
- Fear of failing because of what we make it mean
- Try, learn, move on
- Celebrating yourself and one simple step to start tonight
- Willingness to feel feelings
Full notes:https://michellebourquecoaching.com/153-fear-of-failing/
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss the importance of setting boundaries in life and work. We can no longer blame work or others for our overwhelm - we are in control of what we do and don’t do every single day. Listen in as I talk about why we don’t set boundaries, why it’s important to start implementing and what you will receive in return when you do.
In This Episode:
- Spiral of growth from 8 year olds to 47
- Self confidence
- Setting boundaries in your personal life
- Setting boundaries in your career
- Fear of feeling feelings
- Adding more joy to your life
- Reach out - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes -
Today I’m jumping into a discussion around Neuroplasticity and how you can apply this to work and personal life. If we want new results in life we need to start thinking differently, we need to start re-wiring our brain, we need to start doing things differently. Join me as I share some personal stories and questions about how this can help you today.
In This Episode:
- Neuroplasticity
- Meditation
- Exercise
- Carol Dweck
- Growth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset
- Adult learning
- Intention
Course link: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Email: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes:
Join me today as we hit episode 150 together! Thank you for being here, and my how we have changed over the years. One consistent aspect however is every 10th episode I like to share a mentor, interview or book with you and today is the same. Today I am talking about Brendon Burchard and the 6 habits he attributes to some of the most successful people in the world based on his research over the years. Listen today and see if you can implement into your life.
In This Episode:
- Brendon Buchard
- Growth Day
- HPX
- High Performance Planner
- Clarity
- Energy
- Productivity
- Necessity
- Influence
- Courage
- High Performance
- www.brendon.com
- Work with me: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-150-high-performance-and-brendon-buchard/
Join me today as I discuss how we determine success and why it’s important to have clarity for yourself. If we want to make changes in our lives we need to know what that means for us. If we want to be successful we need to know what determines that. Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- My recent mind management work
- Wanting to like your job
- How the numbers on the scale, on the sale rankings and on the Peloton leaderboard are all neutral
- Brain data dump and how it can help start your day
- Clarity questions
- How you spend your time vs what is important to you
- Work with me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Online course - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Today I want to talk about the stories we tell in our lives. We tell stories around our past, what we are capable of, time, and what our future will look like. Listen today to learn why it’s important to understand the stories you are currently believing, and how to start creating new stories in order to accomplish new results.
In This Episode:
- Recent travel down memory lane
- How you tell stories of your past and how that can hold you back
- The stories (lies) you tell about your time
- The way you tell your future story
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-148-the-stories-we-tell/
Join me today as I talk about change. Change can be scary, and yet it is the one constant in life. I am discussing why people feel stuck, what you can do to start making small changes and the biggest things that hold us back from accomplishing the goals we most desire.
In This Episode:
- Honoring your desire
- Considering what others think
- Failing and what you make it mean
- Learning from actions
- Dan Sullivan - the 4 C’s of Change
- Contact me: contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Join me today as I talk about a recent coaching experience as well as the importance of having self respect as you go through the process of achieving any new goal in your life. I’m sharing insight as to why you may not have enough self respect and how to increase it as you make the next best changes in your life. In This Episode -
- How coaching helps you get new solutions
- Achieving new goals
- Doing scary things
- Self respect
- Self talk
- Saying no to say yes
- Doing more of what you want
- Having pride for what you do
- Contact me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Join me on IG, FB, LinkedIn
- Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-146-coaching-and-self-respect/
Ep 145 Episode Notes
Join me today as I discuss the top 4 tips you need as you begin the process of entering the field of medical device sales. Over the past 15 years I have seen a lot of candidates and today I am sharing what will help you get (and nail) your first interview as you enter this amazing industry.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The importance of research
- The need for persistence
- Your attention to detail
- Going above and beyond
- Male vs female applicants
- Free Guide - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/interviewguide
- Link to full transcript
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss the idea of loyalty to your job. I am digging into the idea of what it means to be a loyal employee, how a company benefits, and is it worth it for you? Not everyone decides loyalty is a priority - what makes the difference? Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- Being a loyal employee
- Benefits to the corporation
- The need to be needed
- Investing your energy
- Know your worth, and add tax - Robin Arzon
- Link to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-144-loyalty-to-your-job/
Today I want to talk about some ideas around weightloss and the mindset you choose to have around food. It’s not as easy as calories in calories out - if it was we would all have the answer. Join me as I talk about the importance of your thinking in order to gain the results you want around losing the lbs.
In Today’s Episode:
- Your time you spend thinking about your weight
- Societal beliefs around weightloss and eating
- Your beliefs around food
- Intentional eating
- Planning food
- Learning from your data
- The number on the scale
- Corrine Crabtree - https://www.phit-n-phat.com
- Dr. Jason Fung - The Obesity Code - https://www.amazon.com/Obesity-Code-Unlocking-Secrets-Weight/dp/1536682187
- Jim Kwik - https://jimkwik.com
Episode Notes:
I invite you to come along for the ride as I talk today about some recent road trips and intertwine coaching tools and concepts to make for a fun adventure.
In this episode:
- The importance of communication
- Anxiety
- Rules
- Being a control enthusiast vs control freak
- Contact me - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes:
Today I’m talking about happiness in your job. People sometimes have this wrong - it’s not your job’s job to make you happy. When you are happy where you are you can be happy anywhere. Listen today to hear some ideas on what might help increase your happiness today.
In this episode:
- Being happy where you are
- Setting boundaries
- Saying no
- Knowing your worth
- James Clear - Atomic Habits
- Letting people be wrong about you
Every 10th episode I like to share a mentor, book, or interview with you and today I am discussing my thoughts on the book The Power of Awareness, Neville Goddard. Whenever we want to make a change in life we need to first be aware of the stories we are currently telling ourselves, the beliefs we hold, and how we think we will feel once we get to our new desire, or goal. This book discusses the importance of knowing “I am”, and why we must use our imagination in order to create change. Listen in to learn more.
In This Episode:
- The importance of “I am”
- Fulfillment of your new desire
- The importance of living from vs observing to
- Failure
- The importance of imagination
- Becoming your new self
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/booklist
Podcast Notes:
Join me today as I discuss the idea of understanding your heart’s desire - what you truly want in life. Thought work is great - but today o want to suggest you take a minute to stop - and listen to what you really want - or no longer want - in your life. Listen today and let me know what comes up! Click here to listen to full episode -
In This Episode -
- Possible downfall of thought work
- Knowing your hearts desire
- Feeling all the feels - the most uncomfortable will bring growth
- Doing things you want to do
- Stop. Listen. Learn what you want
- Making changes that are scary
- Having courage to make the change
- Full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-139-your-hearts-desire/
Episode Notes:
Today I am sharing a piece of advice I was given early on in my career - “know your role”. So often we try to help everyone, control everything, ensure nothing goes wrong - but often to the detriment of our own sanity. Listen today as I talk more about this idea, why it’s important to start making changes and what you can do today to feel better.
In This Episode:
- Trying to take care of everything
- Allowing people to do their job
- Forgetting the help and remembering the miss
- Steps to look at your reasons why
- Being perfect and a work in progress
- Boundaries
- Saying No
- Having Fun
- www.michellebourquecoaching,com/join
Episode Notes:
Think you had enough, and ready to leave your job? I get it - join me today as I share a recent change in my team, my thoughts and some ideas that might help you if you are feeling so overwhelmed you want to leave.
In this episode:
- My weekend girls gone wild trip
- Coaching with my nieces
- Loss of team member
- Past experiences of loss vs today
- Questioning everything
- When to leave
- Taking your brain with you
- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/join
The nice weather is upon us, things are opening back up, families are gathering and although it is fabulous to be with each other again - frustration may soon set in. Today I am discussing the idea of dysfunctional families, and what you can do in order to make the best of your time with loved ones.
Link to full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-136-dysfunctional-families/
In Today’s Episode:
- What does dysfunctional family dynamics mean to you?
- Expectations of others
- How people how love and how you can feel love
- The stories we tell
- Family beliefs
- Learning to let go
- Deciding how you want to feel when around others
Episode notes -
Join me as I discuss the idea of trust - questions around what it means in business, relationships and most importantly self trust. Today I talk about the importance of building self trust, how to build self trust and why this is important for living the life you want to live as you excel at work - but in ways your can do more in your life.
In this episode-
- Fundamentals of trust
- Trust in business
- Trust in relationships
- Self Trust
- Steps to improve self trust, self confidence and self love
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss having fun - in all areas of your life! When we can incorporate more fun we have the ability to increase productivity, reduce stress and improve relationships. Listen in as I talk about why it’s to your benefit to have more fun today!
In This Episode:
- How fun can help relationships
- Benefits of fun at work and in life
- Having fun daily
- Health benefits of fun
- The Emotional Scale
- Let’s connect! @michellebourquecoaching
Episode Notes:
May is Mental Health Awareness month and today I am discussing why our mental health is important, how coaching can help, and what we can look forward to in the future. Our mental health is one of, if not the most, important thing we have and today I want to share a new opportunity with you.
In this episode:
- Mental Health Awareness
- Emotional wellness
- Stress/Anxiety/Overwhelm
- Coaching for goals - not from broken
- Escaping stress and anxiety
- Flexibility coaching: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/join
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss how our job influences our stress, overwhelm, and anxiety. We just completed fiscal year end, have a new management team and reorganization, as well as training new hires to get up to speed as soon as possible - many may say leaving to stress and overwhelm. Listen in as I talk about how that is not the case, and the way you can more powerfully show up everyday.
In This Episode:
- Stress and overwhelm at work
- Reorganizational changes and new leadership
- Reticular activating system and the story you tell
- Finding celebrations at work
- Success and failure as you imagine
- Feeling better at work
- How things work for you
- contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I talk about ways you can close a quarter, a year, or finish a project without all the stress and overwhelm you normally feel. I’m discussing the importance of responding vs reacting, how you can find new ways to always be enough and what you can stop immediately in order to make the first steps towards more peace.
In This Episode:
- React vs Respond
- The “reality” of it all
- Year end stress
- John Acuff - Soundtracks
- Thinking on purpose
- Problems vs solutions
- Doing more of what you want
- How to have less stress
Episode Notes:
I have a treat for you today! Please listen in on the conversation I recently had with Rebecca Tervo. Rebecca is a #1 Bestselling author, Certified Life Coach, Transformational retreat leader and a podcast host who helps female coaches and entrepreneurs create a life and business that feels easier, more in flow, and aligned to their human design.
I wanted to share her with you because I think knowing what human design is, and what your human design is, can help you in your career - and open up more ways to be able to do more of what you want.
In this episode:
-
Human Design overview
-
Types
- Strategies
- Decision Making
- HD for teamwork and diversity
- Permission to be yourself
- www.mybodygraph.com
Links for Rebecca:
https://rebeccatervo.com/design for a MINDSHIFT session
Podcast: Beautifully Bloomed on Apple Podcasts
rebecca@rebeccatervo.com (email)
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss the the importance of how you talk to yourself, and how mirroring plays into your life. What you see in others is a reflection of what is within you. In this episode I chat about this - and some new changes within my coaching program. Be sure to tune in!
In This Episode:
- Changes in coaching - ending consult calls
- Free coaching opportunities
- The Four Agreements (https://www.miguelruiz.com/the-four-agreements)
- Reflections of others
- Jen Sincero You Are A Badass (https://jensincero.com)
- Empowering yourself
- Work with me: (www.michellebourquecoaching.com)
Today I want to talk about the work I do with clients and the importance of how you program your brain. We have programming from many external sources and we often think that is what causes our feelings. The truth is - our thinking is what makes us feel a certain way, which has us act a certain way, and gives us the results you have in your life. If you are looking for new results - you need new programming. Listen now to learn more as I share professional and personal examples.
In this Episode:
- Programming your mind
- Faculties of a human vs animal brain
- Thinking on purpose
- Feeling on purpose
- Think - Feel - Do
- Choosing with intention
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes -
Please join me today as I talk to you about the idea of your level of worthiness. I am discussing your past worthiness with grades, your worthiness from the scale, and your worthiness related to your sales numbers. I will discuss how you are at 100% worthy, and what needs to be done to get there.
In This Episode:
- Definition of worthiness
- Worthiness related to numbers - grades, the scale, revenue sales numbers
- Being worthy in this moment
- “Doing” more to gain worthiness
- Online coaching program with additional bonus content - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I talk about why it’s important to be willing to invest in yourself, and how your brain will tell you all the lies to keep you safe. Listen as I discuss a recent consult call, how you might not even know how your thinking is similar, and what to do in order to make the changes you most want in your life.
In This Episode:
- Consult calls
- Coaching vs Therapy
- Motivational triad of the brain
- The problem with being confused
- Living in the past vs creating your Futre
- Goals/time management/relationships/career
- Shelf help and passive action
- Act now
Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Episode Notes:
Ok friends, you are going to start getting more of my crazy brain here. Today I want to talk to you about how important focus is and why you might not be getting the results you want in life. Where focus goes, energy flows …. are you paying attention to where you place your time and energy?
In This Episode:
- Focus on my driving
- Focus on your work “problems”
- Focus on your sales performance potential
- Focus on your relationships
- Awareness of your focus
- Deciding to change your focus
- Work with me: Click here to start
Today I want to talk to you about being sorry - with a twist. Join me as I discuss the importance of how you speak to yourself in everyday life situations, where you tell yourself you are doing it wrong, and why it can add up to living life as an apology.
In This Episode:
- Stop apologizing - Mel Robbins
- Everyday apologies
- Hebbian Theory
- What do you want to do?
- Decide to change (or not)
- Why are you doing it?
- Do you like your reasons?
Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Many of us have been conditioned to think being bold, was being bad. But what if that was not true? Being bold is an amazing leadership quality, and today I discuss how the idea has changed for me, the benefits of being bold, and what you can do to begin.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Being Bold
- Vernice FlyGirl Armour (www.vernicearmour.com)
- Bold Leaders
- Self Awareness
- Setting Priorities
- Taking action
- Celebrating small wins
- Dan Sullivan The 4 Cs
- Work with me (4 openings) www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
There are so many different relationships we have in life. Join me today as I talk about the difference in relationships, how connection happens, how we sometimes sabotage ourselves and why it’s important to know who causes you your feelings.
In This Episode:
- Relationships
- Connection
- The Manual
- Kelly Ripa and Oprah
- It’s always been done this way
- Self love
- Creating relationships you want
- Feelings
I recently had an amazing opportunity to speak on a panel discussion with some powerhouse women who have had amazing careers, and lives. The amount of change they have gone through over the years is evident to their current success. Today I want to share some thoughts on change, why it’s important, why we don’t like it and how you can begin incorporating more into you life.
In today’s episode:
- Women in sales
- Motivational triad of brain
- Change and discomfort
- Becoming your next best self
- Importance of compelling reasons
- Taming your barking brain
- Work with me: (complimentary) guide: 3 Simple Strategies to Excel in Your Career without the Stress and Overwhelm: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Join me today as I discuss the book The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek. Coming from sales, this was a bit of a brain breaker to begin, but makes so much sense for growth in any industry. Simon discusses the 5 essential components for any leader needs to play the Infinite Game. Listen today as I give you an overview, and tell you where you can learn more.
In This Episode:
- Simon Sinek
- Brene Brown and The Infinite Mindset
- Finite mindset vs infinite mindset
- Advancing a Just Cause
- Build Trusting Teams
- Worthy rivals
- Existential flexibility
- The courage to lead
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I share a few lessons I’ve learned over the years of being a device rep. Change ins the one constant in life and today I am sharing best practices on how to embrace change as well as help give you some tools to help as you move into - and continue through - your career as a device rep. I was able to learn the lessons and now I want to return them to you - all while having fun doing it!
In Today’s Episode:
- Being an aunt
- Organizational change
- Reorganizations
- Other peoples opinions
- The competition
- Your brain energy
- The relationship you have with yourself
- Gender and size in the field
Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Join me today as I share a new tool my coach has me working - time tracking. Are you telling yourself you don’t have any time? This is for you! Listen today as I discuss the importance of knowing where your time is spent, and what zone you are mostly living in. The meta skill you learn through this practice can translate to helping you lose weight, save money - accomplish any goal. What you do consistently is who you become. The key to creating any new result is to gain awareness, and then make changes - just like a scientist. The key to remember - do it all from curiosity and compassion.
Episode Notes
I have a treat for you today! Join me as I discuss the importance of feeling your feelings with Emotional Expert and Life Coach Rhonda Farr. We do not learn about the importance of feeling feelings in school, and yet it is on of the most important things to be willing to do as you move towards your crazy big goals. Listen today as Rhonda and I discuss how she has helped me with self identity around not being a mom, and why being willing to process any emotion allows you to take your life to the next level.
In This Episode:
- How we met
- The Life Coach School
- The importance of feeling feelings
- The science of emotions
- Being too “busy” to feel
- 3 Tips to process emotions
- Living a facade
- Creating emotions on purpose
- The feelings wheel
- Work with Rhonda: https://rhondafarr.com
Episode Notes
Join me today as I discuss some important concepts we can learn from dogs. Today I talked about how dogs can teach us a lot about unconditional love, vulnerability, and doing hard things. Join me as we have fun talking about important concepts that will help you excel at work, but without the stress and overwhelm.
In This Episode
- Life being 50/50
- Feeling feelings
- Unconditional love
- The Manual
- Self love
- Vulnerability
- Brene Brown
- Doing hard things
- Stepping into your next best self
Free guide to get started: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I discuss the importance of being a person taking on your new habit/resolution/goal vs just doing the act of the habit. This time of year many people start working on new goals, but less than 10% stick to them. Listen as I discuss the two things you need to know in order to accomplish your goals and implement your new habits.
IN TODAYS EPISODE:
*.Podcast update
- Atomic Habits - James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
- Podcast episode on Atomic Habits : https://michellebourquecoaching.com/atomic-habits/
- Being vs Doing
- Compelling reason
- Making habits easy
- Setting yourself up for success
- Want to join me? www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course (free guide to start)
Episode Notes
Join me today as I reflect back on 2020 and discuss the idea of past self living vs future self living. You get to tell the story of your life - and 2020 in any way you want. What are the beliefs you have today - are they useful in accomplishing your goals? Do you live in the past - or look forward to the future? You are the author of closing this chapter - and creating the next on purpose.
In This Episode:
2020 Reflections
Past Self Living
Future Self Living
Who are you being?
Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
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Episode Notes:
I have a gift for you today - an interview with the host of the Medical Sales Podcast - Samuel Adeyinka. In today’s episode we discuss what it takes to break into medical sales, and how to continue to evolve to your next best level. Samuel is a career coach for medical sales reps and discusses some of the most important tips on this career path.
In This Episode:
- The Medical Sales Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-medical-sales-podcast/id1514889839
- How to Work with Samuel - https://evolveyoursuccess.com
- The importance of mindset and intention
- The importance of work ethic and going beyond
- The umbrella of opportunities in medical sales
Episode Notes:
Join me today as I talk about the most important gift you can give - to yourself and others this holiday season. Your presence is the present and giving yourself the credit and knowing you are 100% worthy as is - is the best gift you can give yourself as you reach for your 2021 goals. Listen today to learn more about what I’m talking about - and the exact formula you need to create the results you want.
In This Episode:
- 100% worthiness in this moment
- Celebrating all you do
- The lie of not doing enough
- The importance of feelings driving your actions
- Using the thought model to create the results you want
- Peloton Cody Ride xoxo
- Online course and group coaching - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Join me today as I talk about the importance of feeling your feelings. You always get to tell the story of how any year ends - and this work is especially important this year. As we reflect on the year and look towards 2021 - and new goals - what are you not willing to feel? You must be willing to feel all if it - including rejection - as you reach for your wildest dreams - listen today to learn more about how to end this year in a way that is useful - and get ready for next.
Group coaching and course: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Episode Notes:
Here we are in the last month of 2020 and I thought the best way to bring it to a close is to share a gift with you. Today I want to talk to you about how you can bring 2020 to an epic end and start 2021 on an upswing. Join me as I tell you how you can start doing more of what you want to do, feel less anxious and overwhelmed, and know that you did enough at the end of each day. Let’s have fun! Listen now for the offer I am sharing.
In This Episode:
- How to feel better today
- How to feel less anxious and overwhelmed
- The relationship you have with yourself
- Brain Motivation
- The Thought Model
- The Importance of Feelings
- Relationships
- Goals/Commitment/Compelling Reason for New Years Resolutions
- Better Results
- Networking and having fun
- Saying no
- Future Self
- Bonus - Confidence Guide
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Join me today as I discuss the idea of a vulnerability hangover. The first thing to know if you experience this is - nothing has gone wrong. This hangover is a sign of growth - one part of the process as you move towards growth. Listen today as I talk about how this came up for me recently, what you can do when you have one and how to keep going.
In this episode:
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Brene Brown - concept of Vulnerability Hangover
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My recent hangover
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What to do when you experience a vulnerability hangover
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Moving towards discomfort of growth
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Remaining in discomfort of status quo
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Marianne Williamson - Your greatest fear
Episode notes:
Join me today as I discuss two important factors during the Thanksgiving - Family, and Food. This holiday provides us with a great opportunity to look at some important concepts around thinking how other family members should act, how they should be different, and how they make us feel. I also want to discuss your thinking around food - and if those thoughts are useful as you move forward. Society has taught us food is love, food is family… but what if that isn’t entirely true? The tools I share today can change everything for you this year. Listen now.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Family dynamics during the holidays
- Allowing people to be themselves
- Owning your feelings
- Food: love, family, fuel?
- Plan in advance or drop the judgement
- Gratutide
- Work with me - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/guide
In Today’s Episode:
Join me as I discuss how you will always get more of what you want in life. You always have the opportunity to decide how you want to think about all of it. In today’s episode I look at how you can go from dream job to ….. not so dreamy.. and what you can do to truly make it the dream you desire. Listen today to learn more.
In This Episode:
- Medical Device Sales Dream Job
- Having no control of your schedule
- Making a difference in the lives of others
- Changing the way you look at your personal and professional life
- Work with me - send a quick email - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
Join me today as I discuss a process I use for myself, and my clients as a quarterly review process. Taking the time to utilize this can make a tremendous difference not only in your professional life, but your personal life as well.
In this episode:
- The importance of making the time to review
- What worked
- What didn’t work
- What can you do differently next time
- Being curious
- Celebrating your wins
- Pearson’s Law
- Ready to work together? Send an email contact@michellebourquecoaching.com
- Click here for the self paced course and group coaching
Episode Notes:
Join me today as we explore the importance of your self identity - past, present and future. What you believe about yourself creates the results you have in your life. Listen today as we discuss the importance of knowing how your past effects you today, what you think of yourself in the moment, and how to create your future self. Such fun!
In This Episode:
- The masks we wear in life
- Your past self identity
- Re-writing your past
- Your current self identity
- Your future self
- Martha Beck - Your Spot it You Got it
- Benjamin Hardy - Personality Isn’t Permanent
- Your big dreams vs lesser goals
Episode Notes:
Today I want to talk to you about a new way to organize your time - it’s a twist on what I’ve talked about in the past to have complete control on your schedule. I found a new app to incorporate - but more importantly I want to talk about the mindset you must have around scheduling. Listen today to learn more about this - a recent set back I had and how to double your time enjoying life so you can do more of what you want, without the stress and overwhelm - AND still be successful at work.
In this episode:
- Planning your week
- Calendar priorities
- 24 hours in advance
- Reverting to default thinking
- Results based on your choices
- Things App
- New self paced course and group coaching - enrollment ends 10/23 - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Episode Notes:
Today I have some exciting news to share. I just created a program that - when you implement the tools you can double your time enjoying life - and make more money. This week is work-life balance awareness week, and although I don’t believe a true balance exists in any moment - I do 100% believe work-life integration exists, and for most people - can be improved. Listen today as I discuss the difference and tell you all about the new ways I can help you.
In this episode:
Work-life balance awareness week
Work-life integration
General tools to integrate
New 12 week program - enrollment closes 10/23. www.michellebourquecoaching.com/course
Episode notes:
In today’s episode I want to share a couple of ideas that came up at a recent dinner. When you are looking to be able to do more of what you want you need to start prioritizing and constraining the things you are currently doing. Saying no to some things opens up the opportunity for so many new yes options. Today I discuss the importance of constraining and the idea of using discipline to become your next self identity.
In this episode:
- How constraining offers freedom to do more
- The importance of saying no
- Using discipline to become your next best version
- Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule
- James Clear Atomic Habits
- Waitlist for new course program for device reps to improve work-life integration and finally find life outside of work: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/waitlist
Episode Notes:
In today’s episode I want to talk to you about the idea of disconnecting and enjoying vacation time. As you use these tools to improve work-life integration you will begin to see possibilities you never thought were possible - it does not have to be work OR life - it can totally be work AND life. You get to decide what is important to you, and when you do that you have so much more power in life to do more of what you want. Listen today to learn how using airplane mode can be the start of some amazing vacations.
In this episode:
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Disconnecting on vacation
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Empowering your team
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Being present
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Planning your disconnection
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Having vs choosing
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Waitlist for It’s Your Time course: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/waitlist
Episode Notes:
I am excited to share an amazing client story with you for episode 100. Carrie is a tremendous example of what is possible, and how doing the work on yourself truly leaves a ripple effect in the world. Listen now to hear how this woman has stepped up in her life starting a business for learning enhancement, and began a Widow Strong Chapter in her area all while holding a full time job and being a tremendous mom to her little girl.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Carrie Stringer story
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Benefits of coaching
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Questions around coaching
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The importance of taking action
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Email Carrie: carrie@widowstrong.com
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You can find out more about Widow Strong work and teams at www.widowstrong.com Website for Learning Enhancement by Carrie is http://cstringer.processingskills.com
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In today’s episode I want to discuss the brilliance of curiosity. Our brain is programmed to find all the negative judgements in our lives in order to survive - but when you learn to come from a curious mindset you will gain so much more useful information. It is from curiosity that you make changes - not beating yourself up. Listen today as I discuss some tools you can use in both your personal and professional life to find better answers - and be able to make the changes you desire.
IN TODAY’S EPISODE:
- The importance of curiosity
- Curiosity vs Judgement
- Better questions = better answers
- Curiosity in the work place
- Curiosity in your personal life
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoachign.com/workwithme
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Today I want to jump right in and talk about overwhelm. I was recently working with a client on the idea of feeling very overwhelmed around the amount of time we have to get everything done. Often times we have the list looping in our mind, we have no idea where to begin - and we remain stuck. Listen today to learn new ways to overcome the feeling of overwhelm and how to keep moving forward.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Time as a mental construct
- Clarity on priorities
- Making powerful decisions
- Having your own back
- Your thoughts around time management
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com
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Today I want to talk to you about being a control enthusiast, and how this can hold you back
in many areas of your life. I often discuss work-life integration on this podcast so today I will show you how this effects both your personal and professional life. The truth is - sometimes this super power of yours - attempting to control the world - can actually hold you back on creating the world you most want. Listen today to learn how to find ways to do more of what you want - and not be so stressed by others.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Control freak vs control enthusiast
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Expectations of colleagues
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Wanting the best for your family and friends
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How to increase brain energy to do more of what you want
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Free guide - 3 Simple Steps to Improve Work-Life Integration:
www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode notes:
In today’s podcast I want to talk to you about the concept of Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset, and how what you learned in school growing up does not always serve you in the corporate world. Here’s is some of what I see in my clients - the need to always have a right or wrong answer, the need to always do it right, the need to get the A, the need to not be wrong, and the need to get the external approval. But this fixed mindset thinking holds us back from cultivating our qualities, taking on new projects and truly excelling in our lives.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Mindset; The New Psychology of Success, Carol Dweck
- Fixed Mindset
- Growth Mindset
- Mindset in Sales
- Change as a Constant
- Learn more about upcoming group course - www.michellebourquecoaching.com
Episode Notes:
In today’s episode I want to talk about blame and responsibility. Especially when you feel like others are causing you more stress and anxiety in the workplace.
I heard some form of this topic last week in a couple different conversations, so I think it’s and important topic to discuss. The work we do here is for us to see just how powerful we are in creating new results in our lives based on what we choose to think.
IN TODAYS EPISODE:
- Blame in the workplace
- Increased stress and anxiety
- Responsibility
- The importance of what you want to make it all mean
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/workwithme
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In today’s episode I am discussing the changes you need to make when you want to take your life to the next level. Whether you are looking to take on a new role at work or go for a promotion there are three things you need to be willing to: be bad, feel discomfort, change your identity. Staying comfortable keeps you safe - but feeling trapped in life. Listen today to hear more about how your brain is wired to keep you small - and what you can do to move away from that in order to do more of what you want.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Motivational triad of the brain
- Current self identity
- Alter Ego - Todd Herman https://toddherman.me/media/
- Feeling uncomfortable
- Achieving your dreams
- Email list: upcoming group medical device sales mindset mastermind - get on list here: https://michellebourquecoaching.com
I know a lot of you ladies love checklists right? I’m all about a good checklist myself - the more checked the better right? But, I recently read a great book - The Checklist Life - Breaking Free from a Life of Obligations - and it made me stop to think about how much of my life has been planned from that mentality. Meaning, the idea that x-y-z needs to be accomplished in order to “do it right” - or - I have to do all of these things because … that’s what I’m “supposed” to do. But here is the thing - showing up, doing your life, the way you WANT to - IS doing it right, and today I want to talk more about that. Listen in as I discuss this book with the Tracy Bianco, Leadership Coach, and author of The Checklist Life.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The plan you have for your life
- Life not going as planned
- Finding joy in your life
- Changing the masterpiece of your life
- DISC assessment
- The importance of celebrating you
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- Join Tracy’s FREE Facebook group: CLICK HERE FOR BOOK CLUB
Full episode notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-93-the-checklist-life-with-tracy-bianco/
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The definition of self care reads: the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health. So let’s start here - taking action to preserve or improve ones own health. That seems like a pretty important thing to me right? But somewhere along the line we started thinking self care is selfish. What part of taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health, seems selfish? Interesting isn’t it? The other thing, is somewhere along the line, people started thinking self care meant bubble baths, massages, and days at the spa. Now listen - maybe on some days that is fabulous - and you do that. But I want to talk about DAILY self care - a deeper level of self care that is different from all those other ideas.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Definition of self care
- The importance of planning and sticking to the plan
- The importance of thought work
- Sticking to commitments
- Being the CEO of your life
- Setting boundaries and saying no
- Loving yourself
- Work with me - Click here : Work With Me
Full episode notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-92-a-different-kind-of-self-care/
Today I want to talk to you about how tiny changes can lead to big results - lasting results in your life. I don’t think we give enough credit to how much your life can change when you make tiny changes. Today I discuss why thoughts and systems are the key to obtaining the new goals you want to achieve.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Being ok with not being Ok
- Atomic Habits
- Tiny changes = big results
- How Habits determine your health, wealth, and happiness
- Motivational Triad of Brain
- What vs Why of creating new results
- Systems and thoughts for habits
- Myths from our brain as we create new results
- Work with me - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/consult
Full show notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-91-tiny-changes-big-results/
Have I got a treat for you and a privilege for me on today’s episode 90 - we are talking about sex with Dr. Sonia Wright. Dr. Sonia is a board-certified radiologist, a sexual counselor and a certified life coach and two fun facts - she also worked in a sex toy shop - and she was recently featured on The Life Coach School podcast
Dr. Sonia is the mid life sex coach and she helps women understand sexual difficulties from different perspectives. She uses her medical knowledge, sexual counseling skills and coaching tools to construct a holistic approach to resolving difficulties.
This was a fun, and important conversation as Dr. Sonia helps so many women own their sexuality. Listen today to learn more.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Sex for women during mid-life
- Two different types of libido
- “To do” sex
- The pleasure gap
- The importance of body image
- Owning your sexuality
- For more information on Dr. Sonia: https://soniawrightmd.com
Full episode notes
In today’s episode I am discussing the most important words ever said. Listen today to find out why what you say to yourself is so crucial to creating the life you want to live. This is not an “airy fairy” way to think - it’s the integral work you do recognizing the the small sentences you say to yourself daily which give you the results you have.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The importance of what you say
- How to become aware of the sentences
- How to change the self talk
- How to create new results
- The importance of curiosity and compassion
- Join our private online community: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/itsyourtime
Full episode notes
I was recently in a Facebook group looking at women responding to the question - what is your biggest struggle with work, and overwhelmingly, the answers included work life balance and time management.
Women trying to do it all and feeling overwhelmed - not being able to do what they want.
Today I wanted to share a few ideas because I think this is such an important topic. Being able to control your time is everything to living the life you want.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Setting priorities
- How you spend your time
- Wasted energy on negative self talk
- Honoring commitments vs tearing yourself down
- Join our (free) Private Online Community- www.michellebourquecoaching.com/itsyourtime
Full episode notes
Episode Notes:
I am so excited to share some new changes and talk a bit about how coaching can help if you are feeling stuck.
The truth is - the discomfort of making changes in your life offers you the opportunity to feel more alive than ever - vs - staying stagnant in a life you just live day after day thinking there must be something more.
Listen today to hear just some of the ways it has worked for me, and start thinking about what you would want if we could wave a magic wand and help you achieve it. How fun!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The discomfort of change vs the discomfort of stagnation
- The difference between therapy and coaching
- Past life living vs future life creating
- Feeling stuck
- https://michellebourquecoaching.com/itsyourtime
- Ready to hop on a consult? Email me at - contact@michellebourquecoaching.com and let me know
Episode Notes:
Todays topic stems from something that came up in a recent class with my group. I think a number of you will benefit from hearing my take on the idea that you have to do it all.
I hear this sentence from clients regarding work, I hear this sentence from clients when speaking about home life, and I’ve even told myself this sentence for both work and home.
Listen today to learn how that sentence - “I have to do it all” is a lie we tell ourselves and what you can choose to think in order to see where you hold the power in everything you do.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The lie - “I have to do it all”
- How thinking you have to do it all holds you back
- What you can do to gain more power in your life
- Join (free) Private Facebook Group: Click Here To Join
EPISODE NOTES:
Change is the one constant in life, and in today’s episode I want to talk to you about the three components that will help you make lasting change. Awareness is always the first step. Once you become aware of what you are currently thinking you will need curiosity and compassion. Listen now to learn more about how the three work together.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- How to become aware of current thinking
- How to find new thoughts
- The problem with judgement
- Being present
- Work with me: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/workwithme
NOTES:
One thing I really have been reflecting on a lot recently is the idea of gratitude
I don’t mean - pretend gratitude when you aren’t happy. I mean a true connection with gratitude - for the brain’s benefit - where you truly focus on what is important to you, and where you feel most prosperous.
People who regularly practice gratitude, by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things they're thankful for experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness, and even have stronger immune systems.
So why is it important to take the time to notice? Listen now to learn more.
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I think you can agree - we love the feeling of accomplishment. You know - when you can check off the list of things to do. But let’s be honest - we just add more to the list, and keep taking action - going and going and going. If we don’t take a break it’s almost like we are someone one ice running in place and if you don’t stop you are going to start going backwards.
For myself and for the women I work with, it’s easier to keep going, and keep doing for everyone else Vs taking time to hear the voices in your head. So many of us feel like we are stuck in our lives doing the same thing over and over. That’s because - you are. So today I want you to think about your biggest advocate - the future you you want to become. Listen to learn what I mean and how to begin.
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This is such a great topic. The decisions you make today will be the results you see tomorrow.
You know something? Every decision is optional. What I mean is - everything in your life is a choice - even if it doesn’t feel like it. I can not tell you how important this statement is and how much it has changed my life. It was the quote on my nameplate from Brooke Castillo when I went through certified training with the Life Coach School, and I did not realize at the time how much my life would change knowing this - and that’s why I share it with you. So many of the women I work with feel like that ‘have’ to do - all the things. For me it was all the work “have-tos’ and I use quotes now, but at the time it felt like a fact for SURE. It sometimes caused me to feel super resentful, like nothing was ever enough, and like I could never do anything I wanted to.
Anyone relate?
I’m guessing yes.
That’s why today I’m talking about the importance of the decisions you make, how you always have the opportunity to change the decisions you make and how looking at your decisions can change your life.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- *. New Private Facebook Group - join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/itsyourtimeownyourlife/?ref=share
- Jim Kwik - Kwik Learning - Limitless
- All decisions are optional
- The importance of making decisions powerfully
- The problem with not making a decision
- No right or wrong decision
- The power of re-deciding
- Creating new results in your life quickly
Today I want to talk to you about the importance of the questions you ask yourself. The questions you ask will lead you to the results you currently have. We want to ensure your questions are ones that will lead you to the results you want in your life. Listen now to learn more.
IN THIS PODCAST:
- QBQ - The Question Behind the Question
- Jim Kwik - Limitless
- Asking better questions
- Passive Action vs Massive Action
- Reticular Activating System
- Personal responsibility vs blame
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Have I got a treat for your today. I can not even tell you how excited I am to share a recent conversation I had with Patrick Sweeney, the author of Fear is Fuel. This book has so many of the concepts we talk about here - but with an extra layer of Neuroscience. I could’ve talked to him all night - I find it so fascinating, and I hope you do as well. Enjoy!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Two Wars of Decisions to make
- Fear vs opportunity
- Free energy
- Taking responsibility for your life
- Using Fear as fuel
- Blame and judgement
- Curiosity
Patrick Sweeney Contact info:
https://www.pjsweeney.com
https://www.instagram.com/pjsweeney/
https://twitter.com/PJSweeney
https://www.facebook.com/PatrickSweeneyFearGuru/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefearguru/
What story do you tell yourself every single day? I know my brain likes to go to things like - it’s not enough - your not doing enough - it will be better once I get “there” ... and accomplish ... (insert anything).
Can you relate?
The thing is -the option to tell yourself you are right where you need to be exists. The option to tell yourself you do - and have - exactly what is needed exists. It’s never better “there”. We take our brains with us wherever we go - and so the thoughts come along for the ride.
The option to believe you are living your best life in this moment exists in this moment.
Let’s work on believing that one - doesn’t it seem like so much more fun?
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Your daily story
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You were never “supposed” to be going
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The story of your past
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The story of what you can/can’t do
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The story of your future * Living in the present
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I know a lot of folks are getting ansy We are not used to being with ourselves so much - or in our heads as much as we are now. Because of that, there has been a lot of buffering going on. Buffering - meaning - trying to escape from things like anxiety and boredom. But what if neither were a problem we needed to escape? I am recording this as we are in the COVID19 Pandemic, but the concepts and tools apply to any day. Listen to learn more - and be sure to check out the give-a-way opportunity at the end!
IN THIS EPISODE:
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The challenge with boredom
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Boredom not a problem
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Embracing boredom
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Powerful questions * Imaging new possibilities
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Fear is Fuel Give-A-Way
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I have a treat for you today. Now - you know I normally share a mentor or book every tenth episode - but the world has been turned on its head recently and I’m going to go crazy here. I am bringing you an interview today - my first interview here ever! I guess when I say interview. You guys know how I roll - kinda informal right? So let’s say I’m letting you in on a chat with someone who is super important to me. Caryn Gillen is not only a mentor of mine - she is also MY coach. I have been working with her one on one for over a year and I really wanted you to be able to hear some of her insights on concepts that are important to all of us. Be sure to listen to the end because Caryn has a gift for you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Caryn Gillen - www.caryngillen.com
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Being all in on your life
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Owning your results
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Celebrating achievement
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The importance of networking and helping others
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The neutral story
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Having fun
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I have a treat for you today. Now - you know I normally share a mentor or book every tenth episode - but the world has been turned on its head recently and I’m going to go crazy here. I am bringing you an interview today - my first interview here ever! I guess when I say interview. You guys know how I roll - kinda informal right? So let’s say I’m letting you in on a chat with someone who is super important to me. Caryn Gillen is not only a mentor of mine - she is also MY coach. I have been working with her one on one for over a year and I really wanted you to be able to hear some of her insights on concepts that are important to all of us. Be sure to listen to the end because Caryn has a gift for you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Caryn Gillen - www.caryngillen.com
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Being all in on your life
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Owning your results
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Celebrating achievement
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The importance of networking and helping others
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The neutral story
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Having fun
Download Networking Guide Here : www.michellebourquecoaching.com/network
We’ve been inside a lot - and that’s ok. Because, I want to just do what needs to be done in order to let the experts figure this out. You know what friends - we are all going to figure this out. That’s what I want to talk to you about today - actually a few different concepts to help as we continue to navigate through what is likely changing times. Notice - I didn’t say - get back to normal - and that’s ok. The concepts I discuss today are ones you can use everyday in your life - especially through challenging times.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Dealing with Anxiety
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Considering - It’s ok
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Asking - What if?
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Being part of a tribe
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It’s been an interesting few weeks. As I record this we are dealing with the Coronovirus pandemic. It has caused some chaos - and I want you to know - I am here for you. Now, more than ever, we need to ensure we keep our brains cleaned up, and do the work to watch all of the thoughts
Here is the thing my friends - a lot of you are suffering from this virus - and I don’t mean physically - I mean in your head. Thinking all the thoughts of worse case scenario - and listen this is to be expected our brains are designed to be on the look out for danger. But that doesn’t mean we have to suffer. Listen to learn more about what I mean.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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Feeling anxious
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Resisiting, avoiding, allowing, anxiety
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News and your brain
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What to focus on
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I think the idea of the pursuit of happiness - like all the time happy, happy, happy, - is such a lie. It’s one of those sneaky thoughts, that sounds good but can actually cause so much suffering. Today I want to offer you the idea of emotional balance. My master coach instructor Brooke Castillo says life is 50/50. Meaning, 50% of the time we feel positive, and 50% of the time life is meant to be negative, I almost wish we could take negative and positive out of it - because it’s really more about being willing to feel all feelings. To be a human. Not to label them as right or wrong - just being willing to feel all of them. In this episode, I will use positive and negative for example's sake.
IN THIS EPISODE * Life is 50/50 - Brooke Castillo * The pursuit of happiness * Emotional balance * Anxiety * Resisting emotions * Avoiding emotions * Accepting emotions * Feeling discomfort in order to reach new goals * Free emotions guide: michellebourquecoaching.com/episode74 * Schedule a call: michellebourquecoaching.com/workwithme
Today I want to talk to you about visualizing your future - especially your future self. I think sometimes this can be a little challenging to know what that means. Sometimes we are like - Huh? I’m not sure what the future holds.
I used to always think that. You know that question they ask you on the interview - where do you see yourself in 5 years? I used to be like - umm… not sure - hopefully still alive..lol. The thing is - a lot of us think life just happens to us. But that is not true - we create everything in our life. So, let's start today by purposefully thinking about what that is.
IN THIS EPISODE * Visualizing vacations * Deciding ahead of time * Your brain finding evidence for what is true * Joe Dispenza - BREAKING THE HABIT OF BEING YOURSELF * Visualizing your future self * Free download - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/podcast73 * Sign up for free consult call - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/workwithme
I was recently speaking with a colleague and she was talking about how she likes to stay behind the scenes. The conversation really got me thinking about how many women think this way. But the truth is, this line of thinking is not useful when we want to continue to improve ourselves and excel in our careers.
One of my favorite quotes from Robin Arzon - Peloton Lady Boss “If it doesn’t increase my vibe or my bank account - Its a no”. This idea is what I want to talk to you about today - the idea of self promotion and increasing your vibe - or confidence - around telling others how amazing you are.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- Self Adulation vs Self Promotion
- The need to speak up
- Dan Sullivan - The 4C’s
- Tara Mohr - Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead,
- Courage to confidence
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