Called to Confidence with Sharon Hughes: Recent Episodes
Sharon Hughes
Confidence is something most people struggle with, but it doesn't have to be that way. Join me for candid conversations around faith, mindset and leadership to help you feel more confident in strategic areas of your life.
In this very personal and candid conversation Shanenn Bryant, a relationship confidence expert shares what most people won't say out loud. This is a needed conversation and I invite you to listen and share this out.
Shanenn discusses the issue of jealousy in relationships suggesting that it is often a symptom of deeper personal issues rather than a direct result of a partner's actions. Shanenn said that as relationships become more serious, the stakes are higher and jealousy can intensify. She likened jealousy to an addiction, noting that the constant need for reassurance from a partner can lead to frustration for both parties.
Our Thoughts Are Relentless Those little monsters taking up space in our heads love to work overtime concocting new ways to convince us that we're not good "enough". Telling us we're not:
- Smart enough
- Lovable enough
- Attractive enough
- Funny enough
- Skilled enough
- Worthy enough
or any other soul-crushing blows they can lob your way.Jealousy is not the problem itself, but rather a solution to an underlying issue.
Shanenn and Sharon also touched on the idea that jealousy often stems from beliefs and the need to examine one's own thoughts and feelings.
Shanenn and Sharon discussed the societal pressure on women to be self-sufficient and its impact on their confidence and performance at work and emphasized the importance of focusing on the subconscious mind for lasting change.
Take the FREE attachment quiz and discover if you have something you need to address. Connect with Shanenn Bryant at TopSelf.com
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In today’s episode, Rob Fornango, founder of F1 Analytics, shares his personal journey through extreme burnout and how he discovered the path to work-life balance. Rob doesn’t just share his own transformation but offers insight into recognizing burnout in your team and how to address it before it takes a toll on performance. From pivoting his career to find fulfillment to challenging the common "work hard, play hard" narrative, Rob’s story is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a healthier relationship with their work.
Rob's wisdom:
Burnout’s Impact on Performance: Rob emphasizes that it’s impossible to do your best work when you’re burnt out or stuck in a job you hate.
The Backlash of Staying for Money: There's a serious downside when you're paid more to do a job that doesn't align with you - when you come off the money high you're still burned out.
The "Work Hard, Play Hard" Myth: Rob shares how easy it is to get caught in the work hard, play hard belief.
Career Pivot: Rob’s inspiring career shift—from building the criminology program at Arizona University to founding F1 Analytics—reveals the power of following what truly fulfills you. His story highlights the courage it takes to leave a prestigious role and pursue a passion that not only brought him peace but also allowed him to help others in a meaningful way.
Connect with Rob Fornango on LinkedIn
Visit F1 Analytics
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In this heartfelt episode, I have a candid conversation with Chet Gladkowski—an author, hope dealer, and storyteller extraordinaire. Chet brings us along on a deeply personal journey, sharing stories that will resonate with anyone who has ever faced heartbreak, failure, or moments of doubt.
Chet opens up about a pivotal moment during a ball game, where one simple comment from his father shifted the way he saw hope—and almost caused him to give up on hope entirely. It’s a powerful reminder of how words can shape us, for better or worse.
Throughout our conversation, Chet candidly shares stories of hope, wisdom and leadership woven into his experiences with hopelessness, failure and heartbreak. But what’s even more inspiring is how he found hope on the other side. Chet reveals how his faith has been the anchor in his journey, leading him through the toughest times.
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the gift of listening. Chet talks about how truly listening to others has transformed his relationships and given him the opportunity to love on a deeper level while building their trust.
This episode is a raw and real look into the ups and downs of life, and how faith and hope can bring light even in the darkest moments.
Connect with Chet here:
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In this episode, Sharon interviews Robert Christiansen a leadership and career coach, creator of The Gift app and founding partner of Motive For Life.
They explore the deep connection between self-worth and career success, their personal journeys of overcoming self-confidence and self-worth issues and how these struggles shaped their careers. Robert discusses the creation of his self-worth app, The Gift, which offers daily affirmations to help users shift towards a more positive mindset and develop self-worth.
Highlights of the conversation:
- Your self-worth directly impacts your career success; how Robert came back from a "dark night of the soul" and $150K in debt
- Discover how The Gift app is transforming lives with daily affirmations that build self-worth and positivity
- The pressures men face in work and life—and how self-sabotage can hold them back
- Ever heard of the 'Red Zone'? Learn how emotional discomfort can sabotage your success when you’re reaching for big goals
Connect with Robert Christiansen:
www.MotiveForLife.com
LinkedIn.com/in/christiansen-robert
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Join us for an inspiring and insightful conversation as I sit down with Kirsten Farrell, Director of The Goodman Center. Kirsten brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in communications and marketing, teaching professionals how to connect with their audience and make a significant impact.
In this episode, Kirsten shares her journey from Hollywood actress to leading The Goodman Center, where she has facilitated countless workshops and webinars for prestigious clients like The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, UCLA, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Her expertise in storytelling has empowered public interest professionals to effectively convey their messages and drive positive change.
We delve into the unexpected places Kirsten found hope, exploring her personal and professional transitions. Kirsten opens up about her decision to leave Hollywood, and what guided her onto a new path.
One of the standout moments of our conversation is Kirsten's powerful statement: "It can be important but doesn’t have to be serious." She discovered this perspective during a live workshop and this is definitely one of my favorite takeaways!
Tune in to discover how Kirsten's work at The Goodman Center and her experiences with programs like The Corporation for Supportive Housing’s Speak Up! Program LA have influenced her unique approach to storytelling and advocacy. Plus, hear about her creative endeavors with Impro Theatre, where she brings long-form narrative improv to life.
Connect with Kirsten Farrell:
www.thegoodmancenter.com
On LinkedIn
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In this episode of Called to Confidence, we delve into the powerful topic of shedding the harmful labels others place on us, such as "failure," and how to break free from their grip. Drawing insights from my book, The Girl in the Garage: 3 Steps to Letting Go of Your Past, I share actionable steps to break up with harmful labels.
Join me as we learn to reclaim our identities and choose words that uplift and inspire us.
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In this episode, I'm reading chapter 11 from my book, The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps To Letting Go Of Your Past. Have you ever considered that the power to choose what you want is actually your superhuman power? It holds the ability to completely change the trajectory of your life.
In this episode I'll share with you how powerful your choices are and some things to consider about what you will hold onto and let go of.
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In this episode of Called to Confidence I'll be reading chapters 6-7 of my book, The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps To Letting Go Of Your Past.
If you haven't read my book yet, settle in and have a listen. If you have a copy, grab it and read along with me.
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In this episode of Called to Confidence I'll be reading chapters 4-5 of my book, The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps To Letting Go Of Your Past.
If you haven't read my book yet, settle in and have a listen. If you have a copy, grab it and read along with me.
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In this episode of Called to Confidence I'll be reading my book, The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps To Letting Go Of Your Past.
If you haven't read my book yet, settle in and have a listen. If you have a copy, grab it and read along with me.
Need a copy? It's a workbook so you might want to grab a copy for you and a friend!
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In this episode of Called to Confidence I'll be reading my book, The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps To Letting Go Of Your Past.
If you haven't read my book yet, settle in and have a listen. If you have a copy, grab it and read along with me.
Need a copy? It's a workbook so you might want to grab a copy or two!
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I'm a daydream believer...wanna know why?
Because daydreams aren't just daydreams, they are snapshots of what God has planned for us.
You may think that longing in your soul was from you, but God created you for a divine purpose and wired you different than the other 7 billion people on the planet.
He created you for specific things that only you can do the way you do it. Think of a singer - many people can sing, but not just anyone can belt out 🎼 like Pavarotti or Luke Bryan. See how broad the range is?
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Here's a 2 minute tip on why you need to make decisions based on your core values.
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Have you ever felt the sting of rejection? Unfortunately most of us have multiple times and quite often it can leave lasting emotional damage. Rejection expert, speaker and Bible teacher Ami Loper joins me for a candid conversation and shares her very personal struggle with rejection at a young age and how craving love changed her life.
Points from Ami:
- The symptoms of rejection
- Many are living in an emotional war zone
- How religion capitalizes on fear
- Believing you are loved and wanted by God
Connect with Ami Loper: amiloper.com
Joining me once again is my good friend Steve Verburg, President of Dale Carngegie Orange County. Steve has been coaching, speaking and helping leaders develop their skills for over 20 years.
I really like to pick Steve's brain and he indulged me once again, I know you will learn so much from this candid conversation that you can implement immediately.
Key takeaways:
- What is 360* leadership and why is it needed?
- Why coaching isn't just for athletes.
- Why equipping people to lead will save your bottom line.
- How to get what you need from someone above you.
- Key indicators that you or your team needs training.
- How to get emotional buy-in.
- What makes employees happy and stay in their position, hint: it's not what you think.
- The Problem Analysis Formula
Connect with Steve Verburg at OCDaleCarnegie.com
Connect with Steve on LinkedIn
What happens when Kevin Sorbo comes on the show? An amazing candid conversation that is an absolute delight.
Kevin rose to fame and became a household name for his roles as Hercules, Captain Dylan Hunter in Andromeda, and Kull in Kull the Conqueror, but in this interview his guy next door - hometown roots and faith shine through.
Since leaving the screen as an action hero he has dedicated himself to creating inspirational family movies such as Soul Surfer the story of surfer Bethany Hamilton who lost her arm in a shark attack and faith based movies such as God's Not Dead to name a few.
Kevin shared an encounter with a woman he met at ComicCon who had polar opposite beliefs and why Christians need to be more forgiving - and I agree with him!
I asked Kevin what's the biggest thing he's learned about himself looking back over his life. His answer surprised me and every creator, artist, leader and entrepreneur needs to hear it.
Takeaways from Kevin:
- His encounter with Rev. Billy Graham
- Having faith vs. needing faith
- The assumptions about who he is
- The cost of not listening to "the voice"
- Being called out for not being "Christian enough"
Coming out Summer 2021 Miracle in East Texas
Connect with Kevin at KevinSorbo.net
Order his books, True Faith and True Strength
Kevin is working on:
- Climate Hustle 2 Documentary
- Before The Wrath
- Against The Tide
Connect with Kevin Sorbo here
Hey there friends,
I'm glad you're here. It's time to develop your confidence and experience a deeper self-worth in three key areas of your life: your mind, your faith and your leadership.
You may not be sure what you believe, you may feel on top of your game as far as your mindset goes, or you may struggle to pull yourself together - that's totally ok and you're in the right place.
As far as leadership goes, you don't have to be in the C suite to qualify; parents, Girl Scout leaders and soccer coaches all count as leaders.
I'm here to encourage and equip you to reach the next level, whatever that might be for you. Your breakthrough is important to me.
Some days I will share tips and strategies, other days I may read an excerpt from my book, or share a prayer. And of course, I will still bring you interviews with prominent thought leaders or celebrities like I have in the past.
Whatever I share, it will come from a place of serving you. I'm glad you're a part of my community. We're in this thing called life, together.
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IG: @sharonhughesofficial
The Girl In The Garage: 3 Steps to Letting Go of Your Past (available on Amazon.com Target.com BarnesandNoble.com)
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Gina Gardiner's story is one of sheer will to create a happy life even while facing a tragic situation after a serious skiing accident.
She speaks with such passion and conviction, you'll be convinced you can overcome your obstacles too!
Get ready to soak up the wisdom of a mentor while being challenged to become your very best. She has been featured on ABC, NBC, BBC, and the Wall Street Journal to name a few.
Connect with Gina at https://genuinely-you.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/genuinelyyouprogrammes
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginagardinerassociates/
Be sure to check out Gina's books:
Thriving Not Surviving: The 5 Secret pathways to Happiness, Success and Fulfilment
The Happiness Challenge
Chariots On Fire
This is part two of one of the most fascinating and candid conversations I've ever brought to the show. To say Stacy Raske is brave is an understatement. She fought the odds that were stacked against her and she won. Now she helps others break free from the dark side of perfectionism.
From hitting rock bottom, drinking, binging and cutting to a healthy, successful author and business coach; this interview reveals what lurks beneath the surface of so many broken hearts.
Main takeaways from Stacy:
- The high achiever vs. the high performer
- running from the past, avoidance and numbing out
- being crippled by overthinking
- having the permission to "feel"
- paying the price of giving her power away and taking it back.
Be sure to listen to Ep. 42 for part 1 of the interview.
Connect with Stacy Raske:
Stacyraske.com
Grab her book from Amazon: Amazon/author/stacyraske
This is part one of one of the most fascinating and candid conversations I've ever brought to the show. To say Stacy Raske is brave is an understatement. She fought the odds that were stacked against her and she won. Now she helps others break free from the dark side of perfectionism.
From hitting rock bottom, drinking, binging and cutting to a healthy, successful author and business coach; this interview reveals what lurks beneath the surface of so many broken hearts.
Main takeaways from Stacy:
- The high achiever vs. the high performer
- running from the past, avoidance and numbing out
- being crippled by overthinking
- having the permission to "feel"
- paying the price of giving her power away and taking it back.
Be sure to listen to Ep. 43 for part 2 of the interview.
Connect with Stacy Raske:
Stacyraske.com
Grab her book from Amazon: Amazon/author/stacyraske
Talking with Zahra Cruzan is like talking to your college bestie. She's smart, warm, kind and shares her triumphs and trials.
In this candid conversation, former restaurant owner turned Branding entrepreneur shares the mindset shift she made to overcome her fears and take back control of her life.
Key takeaways Zahra nails down in her bestie over coffee style:
- Overcoming the "do you like me factor"
- The power of enjoying what you've created
- The difference between working it and playing it
- Choosing integrity to herself
- Using what you have
Connect with Zahra Cruzan:
Brandauthor.com
IG @brand.author
FB @brandauthor
After taking some time away, I felt it was time to break my silence and get back to doing what I do best. Its with deep respect for the losses our country has recently experienced that I share this episode.
As we face things we've never faced before and find it harder to focus than before, I'm bringing some words of encouragement in hope we can find a little spot of normal in our day.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and as always, I wish you every good thing.
Have you ever been derailed or had a curve ball thrown at you and you didn't know how to get back on track? In this 3 part mini-training we're going to look at how to regain your focus and move forward after thinking you're out of the game.
Key takeaways:
- you don't have to completely start over
- where are you looking?
- what distractions do you need to eliminate?
- What is your next right step?
Hey friends, grab a coffee and enjoy this conversation...when I hit record, I didn't expect what we fleshed out. Its profound and thought provoking.
This episode is In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King JR.'s legacy. I'm honored to have my friend Marcus "Goodie" Goodloe back on the show to discuss his book, Kingmaker, Applying Dr. Martin Luther King JR.'s Leadership Lessons in Working with Athletes and Entertainers.
If you've been listening for a while you know I'm absolutely fascinated with leadership development and this interview was beyond my expectations.
There's a moment in the show that I asked, "what if we just stopped believing what we believe about other people?" It's such a profound yet simple question. Let's do good, together, all of us and make the world safe for everyone.
Key points made by Goodie:
- The point of influence and the risk it requires
- Are you waiting to be chosen?
- What about the good Samaritan?
- What is your why?
- Your gifts and talents will make room for you
- Is your outcome productive?
- understanding your purpose -what is being said to you?
Connect with Goodie:
Goodie Goodloe
Goodie on LinkedIn
RBPD First Annual Martin Luther King JR. Celebration
The Power Conference
Here's why you shouldn't give up your daydream even if you think it won't happen. The truth is you literally can't help daydreaming! Does that surprise you? According to a recent study led by Harvard psychologists Daniel Gilbert and Matthew A. Killingsworth, people let their minds wander 47% of the time they are awake.
As a life coach it is in my blood to help my clients set and reach goals and yes that includes those daydreams that are in your thoughts nearly half of your awake time.Here's what I truly believe and I hope you will agree with my reasoning. So why shouldn't you give up your daydream?
Here are five reasons not to give up your daydream:
- You have certain gifts and talents that are truly unique to you and only you can carry out those dreams in your own way with your voice.
- Your innermost being is yearning to fulfill your dreams and your subconscious mind is hard at work to figure it out and make it happen.
- The world needs you and what you have to say and give. If there was ever a time in history where you could get your message, product or service out, now is the time. With social media and people searching online for what they need and at an astonishing rate that only continues to grow, the world is primed. They are literally looking for the answer you have to offer!
- If you don't follow your dreams you will undoubtedly regret it and wonder "what if" and that's no way to live. No one likes regret.
- You're ripping off the world by not sharing your gifts and talents. Oh I know what you're thinking but honestly how many times do you go online and google something? Ok, thats my point!
If you lack the confidence to pursue your daydreams, reach out to me. I'd love to help!
In the spirit of giving this holiday season I'm interviewing PK Kersey who saw a need and decided to make a difference by starting a non-profit, "That Suits You".
In this interview PK shares why he started That Suits You and how something as simple as having a suit is out of reach for many men. He also explains the emotional and financial effects that follow when you can't dress appropriately for a job interview.
Maybe you've never considered that a suit and tie could completely change someone's future, but PK thankfully did and sprung into action.
To date PK has helped nearly 9,000 men through workshops, job training and providing them with proper attire to land the job they need to change their life.
Key takeaways from PK:
- The 7-11 rule and why you should know what it is and how it influences others perception of you.
- How C.H.O.I.C.E.S. can be a game changer - he shares what the acronym means and how you can implement it.
- The advice he'd give his 20 year old self - you'll have to listen in for it.
Connect with PK Kersey here:
Thatsuitsyou.org
Workshops with PK Kersey
order PK's book Suited For Success
Book PK to speak at your event: PK@thatsuitsyou.org
Difficult conversations are all around us and you might find yourself avoiding them, but that's not really an option if you're leading a team, want better relationships, and are focused on personal development. So what can you do? Enter Adrian Koehler, Senior Partner at Take New Ground - he thrives on this stuff, it's in his blood to help leaders develop their skills while living out integrity and excellence.
Adrian has trained and developed leaders at NIKE, Virgin Hyperloop One, Oprah Winfrey Network and UCLA to name a few.
Grab a notebook, you're invited to a masterclass with Adrian! Key takeaways:
- Results are the proof of intention
- Toxicity is a symptom not a cause
- You are your #1 asset to yourself
- Understanding the difference between control and influence
- What "resentment" is really all about
Connect with Adrian on LinkedIn Request a copy of The Change Imperative
Take New Ground
TNG Master Coaches Academy
Have you ever heard of Leadership Dysfunction Disorder? I hadn't until I came across Steve Verburg's article on the topic. Steve is the co-owner of Dale Carnegie Orange County, an author, speaker, consultant, coach and corporate trainer.
In this candid conversation Steve shares the advice he'd give to a someone just starting their leadership career and the biggest lesson he's learned in his career.
Take-aways from Steve:
- Creating white space for thinking
- Knowing who you are
- Why self reflection is necessary for leadership
- What today's generation is demanding from leaders
- What healthy transparency looks like
- Why transparency isn't something you should be afraid of
Connect with Steve Verburg on LinkedIn
Read Steve's article on Leadership Dysfunction Disorder
Attend a free training at Dale Carnegie of Orange County
Books mentioned:
How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
The 360* Leader by John Maxwell
What Got You Here, Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith
Imagine leading 850 sworn officers and a total staff of over 1,200 personnel, how would you prepare? In this candid conversation, Chief Robert Luna of Long Beach, California Police Department shares his leadership journey and the path that started in 1985 as a Reserve Officer.
The insights Chief Luna shares is a guide for everyone in a leadership role, he is a true servant leader. He shares his heart for the men and women that show up to serve everyday, what it's really like to put on a uniform and badge and return home to their families after a crisis.
Chief Luna's key points:
- What he wishes the community understood about their local officers
- Strategies to keep officers emotionally safe
- His advice to young officers just starting their career
- Community awareness and reporting concerns
- Why it's important to partner with your local police department
- Recognizing there is two sides to every story
Learn more about Long Beach, California Police Department and community services here: LBPD
This is truly one of the most fascinating interviews I've ever done. Scott Shay who carved out a name for himself on Wall Street unpacks his second passion in this candid conversation; the question of faith, to believe or not to believe.
Scott has a very diverse background; he has spoken at TedX Wall Street, Google, he's the co-founder of Signature Bank New York, and the author of In Good Faith: Questioning Religion and Atheism just name a few things he's done!
The son of a Holocaust survivor, Shay was fascinated by his father's faith in God and the very human side of asking why horrible, unthinkable things happen in our world. In Shay's book, he asks the deeper question of how someone steps into the power that allows that behavior and why humanity has historically stood by and watched.
You'll find Scott's ideas on "self deification" to be both thought provoking and offering an answer to why people behave so poorly.
Key points:
- How atheism morphs into idolatry
- Self justification and self delusion
- Why is it rational to believe in God
- Finding common cause with Atheists
- How prayer can lead to change
- Safeguarding yourself and your leadership mindset
Connect with Scott: Scottshay.com
Purchase his book: InGoodFaith.com
Joining me again to drop leadership strategy and truth is my good friend Garrett Lowe, a NextGen Pastor at Living Word Community Church. Friends, Garrett is not your run of the mill Pastor, nope. I call him a reality Pastor, one who's not afraid to say this is real and it's really hard!
I interviewed Garrett on Ep.008 and we dove deep into creating a balanced, purposeful life. We hit topics like addiction and creating space for relationships.
Today we're talking about the leader's role in creating a culture for trust and growth. These ideas are a must in the secular world as well as the church, because it all boils down to building healthy relationships. You can't lead well without that.
In this episode Garrett goes deep into:
- Creating a culture where its ok to fail
- What message is being received? - What does your culture say to your customer?
- What is the emotional language being used?
- What is transparency and vulnerability?
- Why we need to get rid of the country club mentality in churches
- Why people are walking away from faith
- The danger of being entertained all the time
Connect wit Garrett:
Distantmentor.com
IG: @Garrettlowe
It's football season and this episode with Keyen Lage of the Kansas City Chiefs is gonna rock the gladiator sport and how you view masculinity. Football fans, you're going to love this, guys- you absolutely need to hear this, and ladies you're going to learn things you didn't know about the men you love.
Keyen Lage spent his life dreaming of playing football and when he made it to the NFL playing for the Kansas City Chiefs as a linebacker his dreams were shattered. Keyen turned everything around and is using what he spent his life focusing on to help others become healthy and learn to listen to their hearts, bodies and souls.
In this no holding back conversation Keyen shares:
- Understanding the heart of a man
- Embracing your inner warrior and leading with your heart
- How we can fall into pursuing something because it's what brings love
- How men are taught that its ok to express anger but not other emotions and why that's dangerous
- How he went from 6'3 and 245lbs. to a lean 195lbs. and took his health back
- Why it's important to listen to your body
Connect with Keyen:
IG: @Keyen.Lage
Facebook: TheKeynnection
Work with Keyen:
Theundefineddiet.com
thetotalbodyreset.com/tbr-bonus
Biology of Beliefs by Bruce Lipton
Do you struggle to communicate effectively with the team you lead or in your personal life? Do you want to lead well and foster stronger relationships? Enter Shola Kaye, an international speaker and coach with a corporate background in the tech industry.
Shola knows first hand how difficult it can be to connect with diverse groups of people and communicate for the greatest impact and influence. She is the go-to trainer for helping technical teams up their client facing skills and has worked with Belkin, Oracle, Hilton, Sony Pictures and the list goes on.
Shola has also been featured by Forbes, Marie Claire, Metro, BBC, Bazaar and TEdX to name a few!
Key takeaways from Shola:
- Effective leaders are flexible
- Why you must listen to learn
- Is empathy necessary in the workplace?
- How to use the OCEAN principle: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extroversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism to connect with others
- How to use the DIVA principle for speaking: Dynamic, Inspiring, Valuable, Authentic
Connect with SholaKaye.com
Shola's FREE masterclass
27 Places to find speaking opportunities
Watch Shola's TedX talk
In this episode I'm joined by Jennifer Watson the creator of Life Revolution Summit for a candid conversation on taking your power back to create a healthy life you love. Jennifer is a health and wellness coach that focuses on self leadership, post-trauma growth, and intuitive and spiritual management.
She's passionate about helping others tune into their intuition and get clear on their life's purpose.
Key points from Jennifer:
- Realize that just because someone has letters behind their name, it doesn't make them an expert on your life
- You must learn how to play again for emotional and physical well being
- Keeping your promises to yourself develops confidence
- Take 2-5 minutes to shift your thinking
- Finding 1 thing you can commit to daily
Connect with Jennifer Watson:
JenniferWatsonLeadership.com
Attend Life Revolution Summit September 28-29, 2019
Listen to Single Soul Purpose Podcast
Jennifer's TedX talk
Connect on Instagram
Tayo Rockson is an international influencer having given 3 TedX talks, spoken in front of the United Nations Special Summit, contributing to Forbes and Huffington Post. He was also named "Top Millennial To Watch" by New Theory Magazine. Needless to say I'm a little excited to have him on the show.
Tayo is the son of a diplomate and a Nigerian citizen that found himself living between cultures and trying to fit in to the world around him. In this very casual, candid conversation Tayo shares stories from his childhood that shaped him and the accident that propelled him forward.
My favorite takeaways include:
- educate, perpetuate and communicate
- why do you believe what you believe?
- putting people in boxes
- do you live your values?
- being intentional about your self-education
- the danger of losing your rights because of your gender, race, or sexual orientation
- why racial jokes are dangerous to cross cultural relationships
Join me on Monday Sept. 23 at The Last Bookstore in Los Angeles. Grab your tickets here
Connect with Tayo here
Grab Tayo's book Use Your Difference To Make A Difference
Watch Tayo's talk at the United Nations
If you've ever heard a story that moved you and you knew you needed to take action but didn't know how, this episode is for you.
Stephanie Courtillier of Integrous Women put her entrepreneurial and philanthropic passion together and created a social enterprise to give a voice to the voiceless after hearing of unthinkable crimes against women in Guatemala.
She is guided by the three P's: Profession, Purpose and Philanthropy. She has used this guide to spread her message and create a place where women from all walks of life can come together to grow professionally and create a better world for others.
Connect with Stephanie here:
Integrouswomen.com
Serve Guatemala
Attend an event
If you've ever struggled with your role as a leader, my guest has you covered. Greg Layton of The Chief Maker Podcast has coached high level leaders all over the globe including Target, Commonwealth Bank, CIMIC, and Sydney Water to name a few.
Greg believes you don't have to sell your soul to become a CEO. In fact, the future chiefs will be those that are very well connected to their mission.
Greg says you can be bulletproof, and he shares how! He also believes it's a leader's responsibility to perfect his or her craft and breaks down the GREAT Method:
- Game plan
- Routines - habits
- Entourage - network/peers
- Assets - skills, tech, tactile
- Track record
According to Greg, great chiefs never accept the status quo.
Favorite takeaways include:
- How to stay in a reflective state
- The dip everyone goes through
- How to create a safe space for your team to learn and fail
- Determining high risk and low capability
- How he created The Chief Maker
Connect with Greg:
Chiefmaker.com.au
Chief Maker Podcast
Grab the book: The Chief Maker
Join Chief Maker Academy
If you've ever wondered how to create resiliency and why its a valuable life skill, this episode is for you. If you're raising kids, this episode will make you think twice the next time you hear someone say "they're fine, kids are resilient". Not so fast says Sarah Boyd, a resiliency expert.
In this interview you'll learn: Exactly what resilience is and why its hold hands with empathy.What can happen when we don't have resiliency skills and what the World Health Organization is warning is on the horizon.
Some of my favorite take aways include:
- The truth about struggling
- Are parents tuned out when their kids are tuned in?
- Why we need language to describe our emotions.
- What really happens when a child doesn't have emotional safety.
Connect with Sarah:
SarahBoyd.co
Resilientlittlehearts.com
Free Resources
Work with Sarah
Instagram @resilientlittlehearts
Facebook.com/ResilientLittleHearts
Have you ever thought about what you could be like if you were truly great? Maybe not since you were 7 years old and wearing a superhero costume, but that is about to change. What would you be like if you were truly operating at your greatest you? In this interview, Cy Wakeman a drama researcher, author, TedX Speaker, Podcaster and CEO of Reality Based Leadership will walk us through how to ask the hard questions so we can truly be our greatest selves.
Key takeaways:
- the snake story that changed Cy's life
- How to stop getting stuck in your story
- the 3 questions that will change your life
- how to take take your power of co-creation seriously
- why staying curious can uplevel your relationships
- how to stay in joy or leave in peace
And thats just the tip of the iceberg! Cy shares stories that are so relatable you'll be able to implement her strategies immediately.
Connect with Cy here:
Realitybasedleadership.com
Youtube
Read Cy's books
No Ego Podcast
Can you imagine taking your passion for blogging and turning it into one of Forbes 35 most influential career sites within only 4 years? That's exactly what my guest Anna Runyan, CEO of Classy Career Girl did and she's here to share how you can find career fulfillment too!
Anna says,"Career fulfillment is possible, you can create your future" and she's living proof. She understands 100% what it feels like to be stuck in a dead end job and wanting to break out on your own. In fact she has a program for that Corporate Rescue Plan
But if you really love the corporate world she has an awesome program for you too, Love Your Career Formula
Key takeaways from Anna:
- Take imperfect action
- It's ok to make changes as you go
- Work on your goals before your company's goals
- Believe in yourself.
Connect with Anna:
ClassyCareerGirl.com
Instagram: @classycareergirl.com
Grab the free 90 day planner here
It takes courage to lead well and it takes moral courage to fight the good fight that leads to changing lives, communities and bridging the gaps that divide people.
In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Goodie shares his roots from straight out of Compton to becoming an influencer, a highly sought after leadership trainer to athletes, a teaching Pastor at Parkcrest Christian Church, Adjunct Professor at Dallas Baptist University, and Author of two books.
Goodie serves on the Community Engagement Board for Redondo Beach Police Department and is a highly regarded leadership trainer speaking regularly to the Los Angeles County Chiefs of Police Association.
Goodie shares about "Sankofa", what it is, why you should embrace the principle, and how you can use it to uplevel your leadership.
The paragraph I read from King Maker:
An unfulfilled destiny is not just a casualty of time lost; it is also the loss of promise and potential for our lives and for the greater human community to be served. So to those people who encourage you to have only a short memory, I boldly say, "We can learn from our errors and successes in the past to help us move wisely in the present."
A few points Goodie made:
- The power of affirmation, opportunity, and outcome
- Seek justice, love mercy, walk humbly
- Find your morale courage
Connect with Goodie:
GoodieGoodloe.com
Invite Goodie to speak at your event
Goodie's Books
King Maker: Applying Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Leadership Lessons In Working With Athletes and Entertainers
Habits: Six Steps To The Art Of Leadership
Nothing gets people's attention like humor. Everyone loves to be entertained and humor is disarming, it makes us drop our defenses causing us to engage with the message easier and make a connection. Have you wanted to bring humor into your brand but didn't know how to go about it?
Rachael Kay Albers of Awkward Marketing is the maven of funny marketing. She's a one woman show that incorporates dozens of characters into her marketing content that's guaranteed to entertain and teach you!
In this episode she'll shows you how to find your brand of funny so you don't leave funny money on the table!
Some of the highlights from the interview include:
- How to be a human brand
- How not to leave funny/money on the table
- How she batches her content
- The right way to use scarcity marketing
- A special appearance by Brad and Rachael's mom too!
Connect with Rachel here:
AwkwardMarketing.com
Grab her Freebie: 7 Ways to Repurpose old Blogposts
RKAINK.com
Instagram: @rkaink
Facebook: RKAInk
Youtube: Awkward Marketing
Have you ever wondered how to create your personal brand? Part of that process is choosing who you are and choosing your inputs by starting your day with a mental breakfast.
John Golden, the author of Building Your Brand Of Gold, walks us through a masterclass on how to successfully create your personal brand and not become a chameleon on the way!
John Golden is the Publisher and Executive Editor of SalesPOP Magazine and Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer at Pipeline CRM.
Some of my favorite takeaways are:
- Controlling your environment
- choosing how you want to show up
- choosing your mental breakfast
- the importance of empathy
- looking for what you can impact
Connect with John here:
Download John's Ebook:Building Your Brand Of Gold
SalesPOP - Purveyors of Prosperity
John interviewed me on his show watch HERE
Ep.018 how to Be The Bigger You With Chris King If you've ever wondered how to change your thinking so you can truly get the results you want, you're going to love Executive Optimization Coach, Chris King. This is a masterclass with a neuroscience twist on becoming the bigger you, we're talking brain hacking like you've never heard before!
Chris takes us pretty deep, but frames it in a way that makes total sense. You'll leave with a list of ahaas and breakthroughs that you've never heard before.
Grab a pen and be prepared to take notes and listen more than once.
A few of the takeaways Chris shares include:
- How Gene Franz, Flight Director of Apollo 13 influenced him.
- Brain hacking and creating a framework for processes
- What your results are really driven by
- Changing your language and your team's language
- Taking responsibility and why it's a good thing
- How you relate to the issue is the issue
- How elevating others can sabotage our success
Connect with Chris:
ChrisMKing.com
Instagram: @ChrisMikeKing
Invite Chris to speak
If you've ever wondered if it's possible to create your destiny and change your life, you're going to love this episode.
It is indeed possible and Brant Pinvidic is bringing strategies you can implement right now! This interview will blow your mind.
Grab a pen and notebook, and get ready for this 35 minute masterclass on creating your destiny!
Brant Pinvidic is a documentary filmmaker, TV producer, author, podcaster, high level coach, and regular contributor to Forbes.
Get ready, class is in session!
Some of Brant's points:
- the napkin of destiny
- understanding the difference between self doubt and situational doubt
- Start with the basics of what do you want
- Success needs to be qualified
- the importance of celebrating success
- don't be an amateur at joy & happiness
- how to create intensity matching
Brant is so real, he even talks about his pivotal spoiled jerk moment!
Connect with Brant here
Instagram: @brantpinvidic
Why I'm Not Podcast
RejectAverage.com
Brant's book: The 3 Minute Rule
Ep.016 Taking Control of Your Health and Mind With AD Dolphin Are you ready to take control of your health and create a winning mindset? Do you want to kick the sugar addiction once and for all? AD Dolphin, celebrity health and wellness coach, and CEO of DHerbs Inc. is sharing how to get your mindset right to be successful in all areas of your life, especially taking control of your health.
You may know AD as the health and wellness coach that appears regularly on the Steve Harvey show. He's helped Steve and thousands of others shed unwanted pounds and create healthy eating habits leading to more energy and a clear mind.
My favorite point AD made is "how to keep going regardless of setbacks".
AD also shared the advice he'd give to his 20 year old self!
Some of the great takeaways from AD are:
- How he kicked the sugar habit
- How to prevent and reverse diet related illnesses
- The mindset you need to make healthy choices
- Learn how to say no
- Why it's important to listen to your body
- Learn how to practice success
- View your body as a whole.
Connect with AD here:
DHerbs.com
Instagram: @ADDolphin
Facebook: Dherbs
Watch him on Steve Harvey's Show
I'll be taking AD's 20 day cleanse, so follow me on Instagram and Facebook to see my progress. Instagram: @sharonhugheslyc
Facebook: LaunchYourCreativity
Ep.015 Creating A Life After Loss With Cherie Rickard Imagine getting the phone call no parent wants to answer. Your child has been in a serious accident and lost his life. That was the call my guest, grief coach Cherie Rickard, received and to make matters worse, she was 2,000 miles away.
Cherie joins me for a candid conversation on grieving, picking up the pieces, and how she found joy again after losing her son. There's no fluff in this interview, Cherie shares the raw, real story of what her life was really like and how she pulled herself out of a bed of depression and now helps others walk through the journey of grief.
Some of Cherie's takeaways include:
- how to get out of bed after depression hits
- what healthy grief is
- how long grief lasts
- what NOT to do after you've lost a loved one
- where to find help in processing your grief
Connect wit Cherie:
Cherierickard.com
Instagram: @empowermentisbeauty
Real Girl Talk Podcast
Cherie's best selling books
Places to find support:
Compassionate Friends
The Grief Toolbox
This episode is dedicated to everyone that's lost an angel. You're not forgotten.
If you've ever wondered how to change your life and get to the next level, my guest is bringing it for you! We dive into how to live intentionally, and how to find your grit factor. You're going to love this candid conversation with development coach and former PGA Pro Thane Marcus Ringler.
Thane shares his insights from the green, how his values have shaped his success and kept him grounded as well as how his grit factor is tied to his personal drive and gratitude practice.
My favorite take-aways from Thane:
- taking ownership is the harder path
- self acceptance and accepting your individual strengths
- his personal cornerstone habits
- how grit is a part of his gratitude and drive
- being faithful with what you have, where you are
Grab his book, "From Here To There: A Quarter Life Perspective On The Path To Mastery"Connect with Thane:
ThaneMarcus.com
Instagram: @thanemarcus
TheUpandComersShow.com
Are you struggling with burnout or feel like you're on the edge? Do you need a self care strategy? On this episode, I'm joined by Pastor Bryan Murphy who's passionate about helping leaders prevent burnout. This episode isn't just for church leadership, in fact it's for everyone from the stay at home mom to the executive in the boardroom.
Bryan shares amazing content such as:
- The common thread that causes burnout
- Protecting your inputs
- How to add value to your relationships
- How to take care of yourself so you can take care of others
- Tips for creating a self-care routine
- How to quiet your mind so you can hear from God
Bryan even shared how to discover your purpose and a whole lot more...can you say $15 therapist?
Connect with Bryan Murphy here:
Self Leadership Mastery
Grab Bryan's Morning Routine Guide
Self Leadership Mastery Podcast
The Profit with Purpose Method, with Jennifer banks.
Join me for a masterclass to leverage your business with executive business coach Jennifer Banks, the creator of The Profit with Purpose method. You'll discover the 5 common challenges that turn a fast growing company into an out of control mess.
Understand the mindset you must have to leverage your strengths and your team to be successful.
Jennifer shares her 5 secrets to create positive cash flow, and stabilize your business.
Key points she unpacks for us:
- Create positive cash flow
- Get clear on how you deliver
- Get out of the cycle of "you"
- Get clear on delegating
- Eliminate isolation
Connect with Jennifer:
Jenniferbanks.com
Schedule a momentum session
Jennifer on Instagram
Join Profit with Purpose FB group
Ep.011 Identifying the Season of Your Spiritual Journey with Greg Curtis Have you ever wondered where you are in your spiritual journey, or went through a difficult time and wondered when it would end?
On this episode, I'm joined by my spiritual mentor, Pastor Greg Curtis for a candid conversation about how his life changed in 1995 when he lost his marriage and realized he had to come to terms with his own brokenness.{spoiler alert, it works out in the end}
We use the seasons; Winter, Spring Summer and Fall as the example of how to determine where you are in your spiritual journey and how you can apply that principle to your entrepreneurial and leadership development as well.
Greg also unpacks an interesting program he developed using the Sherpa model. Yes we're all climbing mountains in this life, so let's get to the top!
Key questions we discuss:
- Does ignoring the pain, shorten the time of struggle?
- How can we use the idea of preparing, planting, tending and harvesting in our businesses or leadership?
- What is a Sherpa, and how can that model be used in leadership?
Connect with Greg Curtis:
Gregcurtis-assimilation.com
Instagram:
GregCurtis_cta
Not a day goes by that we don't hear another story of someone struggling with anxiety, fear and panic attacks. In this episode I sit down with Trevor Tyson of Trevor Talks. He is an advocate for mental health healing and awareness.
He launched a speaking career as a teenager, appearing on very large stages alongside Christian rock bands when he was struck with anxiety and panic attacks leaving him unable to appear on stage.
This is his brave story of bringing mental health awareness to a generation that is overwhelmed by comparison, fitting in and being enough.
Connect with Trevor Tyson:
Trevor K. Tyson
Fear Is A Liar
Joshua Fest 2019
Get help:
Beneath the Skin
Heart Support
Ep.009 Creating Momentum with Rodell Razor Nothing is held back in this candid conversation on overcoming obstacles, getting gritty, and how to create a success strategy that's doable with Rodell Razor, a Momentum Creator, Speaker, and Coach.
One of my favorite things Rodell said is, "life isn't for sissies!" He shares his personal journey of hitting rock bottom, filing for bankruptcy and having his car repossessed while being a single dad and obtaining food from a local food pantry.
Connect with Rodell here:
Rodellrazor.com
Instagram: @rodellrazor
SocialMagnet.us
This is a unique candid conversation with Garrett Lowe, a Next-Gen Pastor. He unpacks both sides of the family burnout story; parents that are burned out trying to give their kids "all the things" and for kids that need to slow down and just be kids.
Garret shares how to find time to "incubate", learn the difference between purpose and calling, and fostering curiosity at any age.
Connect with Garrett Lowe:
Distantmentor.com
Instagram: @garrettwlowe
Facebook: GarrettLowe
Have you ever wondered what it takes to have Coca Cola, Hewlett Packard, or Fuji Xerox as your clients? In this candid conversation with Colin Boyd, an international speaker and thought leader, Colin shares his personal story of how he positioned himself and how you can too by using the art of storytelling to connect to your audience.
Connect with Colin here:
Colinboyd.co
Sell with Story Guide
Instagram: @colinboyd
This is truly one of the most thoughtful and authentic conversations I've had in my life. Mike Lenda, CEO of The Well Coffeehouse shares his passion for serving others and the journey he took of learning to define who he really is.
His journey included working for Starbucks, Compassion International and Blood:Water Mission....which came full circle when he was handed a t-shirt that said "creator". If you're trying to figure out who you are and where you belong in your leadership journey, this candid conversation will inspire you. Mike is the CEO every company needs!
Connect with Mike Lenda:
Instagram: @MikeLenda
WellCoffeehouse.com
In this powerful conversation, Kenneth Cheadle of the Adverse Effect podcast, shares his journey of self discovery and how he broke through limiting beliefs. He left a life full of false narratives and bad choices to create a platform that changes lives and gives hope to hundreds of thousands of people globally. This conversation will show you just how powerful what you believe is and that not everything you believe is true! Connect with Kenneth at:
Kennethcheadle.com
Instagram: @kennethcheadle
The Adverse Effect Podcast
Grab Kenneth's book "The Millennial Takeover"
Download Episode Here
Do you struggle with who you really are? Are you stuck in perfectionism? Do you have regrets about decisions you've made in the past?
If you've answered yes to any of these, I've got you covered. The process of becoming you is just that, a process and becoming your best you requires some thought. Join me for a candid conversation about wanting to be anyone but me and the diet pills that overtook my medicine cabinet.
Grab your "Process of Becoming You" worksheet here.
Download Episode Here
In this episode Tim Cooper, a recovery coach, author of The Art of Unlearning and the founder of Tim Cooper Academy shares his philosophy of a successful life. His premise is simple, "A successful life is not built on your ability to add but your ability to remove". And remove he has!
When he found himself on the brink of no return and ready to end end it all, he had a pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of his life. He shares the intimate and raw details of taking off the mask of masculinity and his path of discovering who he really is. Now Tim shares his story and the lessons he's learned to help others find meaning and create the life they want.
I'm truly honored to share Tim's story with you.
Connect with Tim Cooper here:
Tim Cooper on Instagram
Tim Cooper on Facebook
Timcooperacademy.com
Grab Tim's book "The Art of Unlearning"
Download Episode Here
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If you've ever been curious about life visioneering or manifesting and thought it sounded just a little woo-woo, you're going to love how Martha Banks Hall breaks down what it means. In this episode, Martha, the CEO and creator of Vision Words shares her entrepreneurial and faith journey behind her brand.
Connect with Martha Banks Hall here:
Visionwords
www.Instagram.com/Vision_Words
www.instagram.com/PrayPlanProduce
For information about Martha's vision workshop, visit the link in her profile here:
www.Instagram.com/MarthaBanksHall
Download Episode Here
Welcome to Living a Limitless Life podcast! On this episode I'll share with you who I am, why I decided to start a podcast and what you can expect from my show.
Hint- it's all about providing you with a resource to create a life you love. I share my personal story of overcoming trauma and how I began healing and putting my life back together.
We'll also jump right in with mindset work - what do you believe about yourself? Want to take action right now? Grab your free 3 Steps to a Breakthrough worksheet here