The Design You Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tobi Fairley
The Design You Podcast is for interior designers and creatives looking to slow down, get rid of “busy,” and live in health, wealth and wholehearted joy. Develop the confidence and the knowledge to make authentic choices that will improve your life, redesign your health, and grow your business like never before. You’ve been designing everyone else’s lives, homes and special moments, but now it’s time you design you! It’s time for you to redefine what success looks like in your life. If you would like even more support for designing a business and life you love, check out my exclusive monthly coaching program, Design You, at TobiFairley.com!
Hey friends! After a six-month hiatus from podcasting, I am popping in with some exciting updates and new ventures. During the break, I focused on creative design projects, quality time with family, and growing my boutique, Fairly Fancy, alongside my mother and daughter. I’ve also launched a new website, TobiFairley.com, featuring a revamped shopping experience, courses, and a blog called Color Me Fancy. The blog covers my passions for color, home decor, fashion, and mindset, with contributions from my mom and daughter. Finally, the DesignYou podcast is getting a reboot! Starting early next year, The Tobi Fairley Show will offer conversational, video-integrated episodes on home decor, fashion, bold business strategies, and life’s many joys. Until then, you can revisit five years of episodes from The DesignYou Podcast. Stay tuned for more at TobiFairley.com!
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Check out the new website at TobiFairley.com
- Color Me Fancy blog
- Catch up on DesignYou episodes!
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
Hey friends, it's Tobi Fairley, your host here at the DesignYou podcast. Can you believe it's been 25 years since I started my interior design business and five years since we embarked on this podcasting journey together? It's been a whirlwind of coaching, interior design projects, and diving into the world of a retail store and e-commerce business. That’s a lot of balls to keep in the air. So, I've decided to take a well-deserved summer vacation from the podcast to recharge and prepare for the exciting fall season. We're also giving our website a refresh to reflect all the amazing changes coming your way. But hey, don't stray too far! I've got some delightful surprises lined up for you throughout the summer. I appreciate your loyalty and am thankful for each of you. Stay in touch, and I’ll be back!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [:07] Tobi Fairley Interior Design is celebrating its 25th year, and I share all the ventures we’ve developed
- [1:14] Fairley Fancy is experiencing rapid growth. Designers are encouraged to enroll in the trade discount program, and I will reveal new services this fall
- [2:05] We are refreshing the website to reflect all the upcoming changes, and I will be blogging again
- [2:53] I’m taking a summer vacation from podcasting to rejuvenate and encourage you to listen to the podcasts previously recorded
- [4:16] Thank you to the loyal listeners for the last five years, and you can still find me on Instagram
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Tobi is taking a summer vacation from podcasting to relax, refresh, and work on new content we will learn about in the fall.
- Designers can sign up for the trade discount that can be applied to clothes and furnishings.
- Be on the lookout for little surprises and treats during the summer.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- Tobi Fairley -DesignYou 2.0 - Get Visible
In the dynamic world of interior design, Tobi Fairley offers a refreshing perspective on brand development. Today, she advocates for brand strength and audacity – a quality that sets businesses apart in a crowded market. Tobi emphasizes the importance of standing out amidst competitors, cultivating trust and loyalty among clientele, and staying true to one's authentic vision. With the industry constantly evolving, she underscores the necessity of adaptability for sustained success. Transitioning from a position of brand strength to audacity is the key to thriving in this ever-changing landscape, and Tobi Fairley's course, "DesignYou 2.0," offers the roadmap to achieve just that. Enroll now to witness the transformative results her students are experiencing, and prepare to delve into the crucial realm of visibility for both strong and audacious brands in the upcoming quarter.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [:23] Building an audacious brand to succeed
- [1:47] The difference between an audacious brand and a strong brand
- [2:57] Does your brand adapt to the changing landscape
- [3:25] Is your brand memorable and relevant
- [4:52] What is a strong brand and then you can move into the audacious category
- [8:59] Strong brands provide a solid foundation for growth, evolution and adaptability and open you up to collaborations
- [11:17] Ask yourself if you have checked the boxes. Are you a strong brand, and am I ready for audacious
- [11:45] Sign up for DesignYou 2.0 Tobi Fairley - DesignYou 2.0 - Get Visible
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- To succeed in 2024, your brand needs to be authentic and audacious. Having a strong brand isn’t enough. It should stand out among all the choices customers have.
- We must be willing to pivot and innovate in response to changing trends and customer needs. Change can be scary, but it is necessary as the market changes.
- Building a business requires a strong brand, where you have built trust and credibility with clients. After you have mastered that, you must move on to an audacious brand.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- Tobi Fairley -DesignYou 2.0 - Get Visible
Today, we have something special lined up for you. We will explore the evolution of our DesignYou 2.0 training program. Three remarkable participants have joined me and experienced the transformation firsthand. Over the years, this program has grown and adapted like the individuals participating. Now, we offer classes quarterly, each with a unique focus, designed to unlock your creativity and empower you to live your best life. One of the core elements of DesignYou 2.0 is our Project Fail exercise. It's all about embracing the possibility of failure and learning from it. We often discover our greatest strengths and breakthroughs in these moments of perceived failure. Our guests will share how the program has been a stepping stone to success and how Project Fail taught that even if something doesn’t go as planned, they learned from the experience. Our guests encourage anyone ready to unlock their full creative potential to sign up for DesignYou 2.0. It's not just a course but a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Until next time, keep creating, keep growing, and keep being uniquely you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [2:05] The guests introduce themselves and describe their business ventures, and Tobi explains how the DesignYou Training Program has evolved
- [6:25] Darci spoke about having the camera on during training
- [9:14] Cristina loves the accountability required
- [11:05] Kaitlyn points out two aspects that have been game-changing for her: Tobi’s future-oriented perspectives and mindset training
- [12:51] Tobi explains Project Fail, and each guest shares their tasks and projects and the growth they have experienced through this endeavor
- [25:44] Tobi further explains the reasons and thought process behind Project Fail
- [28:33] The guests talk about aspects of the training they found so valuable: accountability, achieving the goal of finishing a project, identifying your brand
- [37:22] Tobi talks about the structure of the programming over a year and explains how there are different paths a participant can take. Sign up for DesignYou 2.0 Tobi Fairley - DesignYou 2.0 - Get Visible
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- During training, you are required to have your camera on. Participants are more focused and engaged; the trainer knows she is being listened to.
- It is important to remember that we are human as well as creatives, and we must self-care and enjoy the journey.
- Stepping out of your comfort zone is one of the most effective ways to realize your full potential. It pushes you to confront your fears and challenges, allowing you to discover capabilities and strengths you never knew you had. And even in the face of failure, you emerge stronger and wiser because you've learned valuable lessons.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- Tobi Fairley -DesignYou 2.0 - Get Visible
RESOURCES:
Cristina Cleveland - Website
Cristina Cleveland - Instagram
Darci Tether - Website
Darci Hether - Instagram
Kaitlyn Loos - TikTok
Are you a designer passionate about sharing your thoughts, interests, and expertise with the world? Have you ever considered diving into the realm of influence and content creation? In today's episode, we delve into the exciting world of being an influencer or a content creator, exploring why this avenue might be worth exploring for you. We will uncover how influencers shape trends, the importance of finding your niche and the common challenges and strategies for overcoming them on the influencer journey. Is it the right path for you? Join me as we explore what makes it tick!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [1:17] Tobi expands content from the last two episodes on being an influencer and content marketing
- [1:47] Influencers over the age of 40 are perceived as being more wise, and a discussion of the pitfalls
- [4:50] Preparing to tackle the influencer/content marketing space
- [6:49] Quality over quantity and engage with brands you would use
- [9:43] Staying consistent while being patient and educating yourself in influencer marketing, as in DesignYou 2.0
- [16:57] Discussion of additional best practices, familiarize yourself with social media platforms and ethical guidelines
- [22:50] Collaborating with brands, negotiations, pricing your worth and understanding analytics
- [26:10] Networking with other influencers and understanding legal and contractual agreements and opportunities to sign up for DesignYou 2.0
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- You are never too old to be an influencer. Always be authentic. Believe in what you are promoting. Engage with your followers through conversation.
- High-quality content consistently attracts viewers who are drawn back to your platform when the material you present or discuss deeply connects with them and is executed professionally.
- Creating content is critical. You should learn which social media platform you like best and how to create professional content for that platform.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou 2.0 Sign Up Waitlist.
Have you ever noticed how some social media users capture your attention by recommending products or ideas you love? They're building a brand and attracting followers, just like you can!
In this episode, we'll explore three powerful strategies to leverage your expertise and turn it into new income streams for your business. Even if you're unfamiliar with influencer marketing lingo, you'll discover how to expand your reach and boost your bottom line. Don't miss out on these insightful ideas!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:31] Tobi explains the topic for the day is part two of a three-part series on burnout and specifically, being an influencer
- [3:18] Develop digital products to be sold online
- [7:13] Partnering with brands and companies is called affiliate marketing
- [9:21] Sponsored content is when you collaborate with brands and companies directly, and you create content, and the next step up is brand partnerships
- [11:16 Discussion regarding offering consulting services, paid speaking engagements and licensing products
- [16:47] Discussion of creating an e-commerce store
- [21:10] Next week, we discuss how to avoid the pitfalls of influencing, and Tobi shares the courses she has available for you to join
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Designing courses to sell as an online business is an excellent way to start. However, creating a fluid income stream will take more than one item.
- Affiliate marketing can earn income if you enjoy social media. However, it is not a get-rich-quick idea. It takes lots of work.
- The multiple followers you generate are the key to having any online business.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
Are you feeling burned out? You're not alone. But what if I told you it doesn't have to hold you back? In this special two-part episode, we'll tackle burnout head-on. First, we'll explore how technology, specifically AI and Machine Learning, can be your secret weapon to reclaim your time and boost your income. But that's not all! Have you ever thought about sharing your knowledge and experience with the world? The influencer community thrives on wisdom and authenticity, and guess what? You've got plenty of both! In the second part, we'll dive into the exciting world of influencer marketing and show you why age is just a number. So, whether you want to reignite your passion or discover a new creative outlet, this episode has something for you. Stay tuned!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:21] Tobi explains the topic for the day is burnout and how it can be the catalyst for reinventing yourself
- [4:07] Have you explored AI and machine learning
- [9:03] Predictive modeling will help you stay ahead of the curve
- [13:19] Who likes anything to do with finances
- [15:32] Tobi discusses being an influencer or tackling an affiliate type of marketing
- [22:18] Next week, we will talk about specific ways you can leverage your expertise to diversity your income stream, but Tobi encourages you to open your mind to technology
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Designing is not only a profession, but it can also be your identity.
- AI is a tool that can lighten your load and provide a great product, leaving time to invest in things you enjoy doing. Machine learning is another tool that will save time.
- Older influencers are thriving and are statistically followed more than their younger peers. The goal of being an influencer is to be authentic. Don’t support or sell anything you don’t believe in.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
Are you a grinder? Designers often are because we think grinding away is the only way to be successful. Is grinding sustainable? Of course, it isn’t. So, let’s talk about a different way of doing business—slow living. Join me as we discuss ways of changing our mindsets to give us space to slow down, create meaningful work, and find joy in the process. Remember, more, more, more keeps us chasing an imaginary finish line, and we never arrive because, in the design world, there isn’t an end to the projects. So, let’s define success and implement slow living. Let’s find joy in the journey while we create and do business with intention.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:30] Tobi explains the concept of slow living vis-a-vie the hustle
- [3:29] Is there a better way of operating your business?
- [6:09] Tobi discusses what slow living is not, and she talks about being intentional
- [10:12] Incorporating slow living into your business
- [15:38] Tobi discusses the necessary mindset shift
- [20:07] Opening your mind to different opportunities and what is the joy number
- [26:48] Tobi gives an example of adding income to your bottom line and an encouragement to the listener
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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We grind because we think it is necessary to be successful. Grinding is not sustainable. What if we changed our view of success?
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Slow living leaves space for self-care. It is about setting boundaries for yourself, clients, and vendors and about saying no sometimes.
- Slow living is not lazy, unproductive living. It is being intentional with our time and energy and finding joy in the journey.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
Imagine a world where you ditch unrealistic timelines and an overwhelming schedule. What if, instead of feeling anxious and like a failure, you planned with honesty about how long tasks take? This, my friends, is the power of realistic time blocking so you can create from abundance and not scarcity.
By ditching the "fallacy of time optimism" (that pesky tendency to underestimate how long things take), we shift from a scarcity mentality to one of abundance. We create space for joy and accomplishment in our daily schedules and lives. Today, we'll delve into the transformative power of realistic time blocking. We'll explore how this approach can combat stress, empower you to control your schedule, and, ultimately, revolutionize your business experience.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:21] Tobi explains what creating from abundance rather than scarcity is
- [5:58] What is Parkinson's law and an example of a frustrated client
- [15:13] Tobi encourages you to recognize you are human and not a machine, let the task take as long as it takes, and stop lying to yourself
- [23:36] Tobi talks about being realistic in your scheduling and how her client rescheduled her life, so she now creates from abundance
- [26:14] Tobi invites you to message her and visit with her about a coaching opportunity
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- We do ourselves a disservice when we decide that a particular task can realistically be completed in the amount of time we give it. Time Optimism! It's not a good thing.
- Don’t let the time of day control your activities. If you desire personal time in the morning rather than getting directly to work, take that time you need to be refreshed and joyful to create from the abundance of joy.
- An excellent motto to frame and put on your wall is “It takes as long as it takes.”
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
I’m angry and on my soapbox today. Everywhere you turn, there is a business strategy around peddling the idea that a mere three steps can magically solve all your woes. While that notion is undoubtedly tempting, it's also entirely impractical. One size does not fit all. However, the opposite extreme – believing everything valuable must be hard – isn't true either. Adopting the belief that genuine value only arises by making something hard is wrong. Maybe the answer is easier than we think. Don’t miss this episode.
IN THIS EPISODE:
[0:2] Tobi admits she is agitated because she was trying to create something without her creative flow and also because of people selling simple solutions
[4:57] Does everything worthwhile need to be hard to achieve, or do we make some things harder than they need to be
[7:15] Tobi discusses people selling “How to be your best self” or something similar to the detriment of buyers
[13:21] Tobi shares what she heard on Instagram and admits it made her angry and how it brought up unhappy thoughts of her childhood
[17:06] Discussion of the Human Design Chart
[20:37] Business is hard, and Life is hard, but some things are not, and that does not make them invaluable
[24:19] Attacking others for choosing the easy way, we have been programmed to feel the hard way is the right way
[27:19] Tobi leaves listeners with the challenge of thinking about the concepts we learned today
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Many people believe that if something has value, it should be hard. Sometimes, when good things are happening, we want to make them hard.
Some people who sell the concept of doing these four things and all will be well aren’t selling something that works. But people are gullible and want the easy way out, so the seller is the winner.
Social media would have you believe that you need to improve, that you need to change, and work toward being your best self; maybe you already are, and that type of social media or influencer is a bad influence on you, stripping away your self-confidence.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
Tobi’s Instagram
DesignYou High-Performance Program.
Have you ever felt like your hair was on fire? Do you believe you must accomplish something monumental or reach a specific milestone to validate your success? Does your "to-do list" seem like an insurmountable mountain, and dissatisfaction permeates your existence? It’s time for a change. Today, I will give you the blueprint for embracing and loving your life, and together, we'll explore strategies for confronting those challenging days or endeavors when nothing seems to align. Join me on my joy journey, where I’m learning how to love my life. We all have choices, and I encourage you to lay aside those tasks, chores and attitudes that rob you of your joy.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:20] I ask a profound question, “Are You in Love With Your Life?”
- [4:13] Choosing what fills your day and how you set up your schedule
- [8:24] I share regrets of not spending time with my daughter when she was young and experiencing hair-on-fire moments
- [17:03] Continuing the hustle can lead to depression. You don’t have to earn your joy and leaning into your creative space
- [22:01] The “To Do List” will rob your joy
- [22:59] I invite you to think about the question, “Are You in Love With Your Life, and if not, What Are You Willing to Change?”
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Everyone is busy. Sometimes too busy. The truth is that you can choose what you do during a day or a week. Make choices that give you joy and eliminate the tasks that you can. Not everything you place on your schedule is necessary.
- There will be moments in your business and life when you will experience hair-on-fire moments. How you think of those problems and how you address those problems determines the effect those problems have on your joy.
- You have to make time in life for your creative space. Creativity doesn’t naturally come when you are exhausted and let your “To-Do List” run your life.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
My perspective on relationships shifts when I view the world through my “joy lens.” We've all experienced disappointment in romantic relationships or friendships. However, it's not always the fault of the relationship itself. Sometimes, it's the unrealistic expectations we impose upon it. We find ourselves let down when reality fails to match the narratives of love stories or romantic comedies we think it should be. But here's the truth: not every person we begin a friendship with is destined to be our lifelong friend or companion, and that's perfectly okay. Today, let's delve into the importance of creating space for others, setting boundaries, avoiding gossip, minimizing complaints, and dramatizing situations and relationships. Prepare for a fun, thought-provoking, and inspiring experience. You deserve healthy, joyful relationships; this episode is your guide to making them a reality!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:50] Today, we are talking about idealized love, romantic and friendships
- [4:12] I discuss what I learned in my coaching certification training about romantic love and friendships
- [7:47] I reveal how my daughter is navigating friendships in college
- [14:01] The blame game of friendship
- [18:31] I discuss the alternative of “what is wrong with you” to “what happened to you” and how we rank ourselves against others
- [23:25] I apply “holding space” for others rather than judging them, how that affects my joy practice and a challenge to listeners
- [29:34] The value of journaling coupled with the joy practice and being authentic when speaking with others
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Women need to recognize that expectations of how romantic love or friendship should go in our dream world are not reality. The rom-com expectations we have of those relationships are not real-life or sustainable.
- Humans have a habit of labeling other humans. That practice is not helpful. When you have a problem with others, rather than labeling them “this or that,” you should decide they are not your person. Move on.
- Rather than thinking about a person with “Why would you do that?” or “What is wrong with you,” it is better to consider that something could have happened to them. “What happened to you?” is a better way to view someone.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High-Performance Program.
I am thrilled to discuss a result of my joy practice: Freedom, or as I prefer to call it, “freeing myself.” We often become our worst critics, creating unnecessary hurdles that block our joy. Today, I will share my journey and the unexpected reward of freeing myself from self-imposed expectations. When our conversations and thoughts revolve around unmet expectations in our business or personal lives, defeat becomes inevitable. Instead, let's focus on joy and freedom from self-inflicted burdens. Life's inevitable drama will persist, but the key lies in our response. What story will you choose to tell yourself? Together, let's embark on a path of joy and freedom. Joy and freedom are within reach for all of us.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:42]I introduce and describe “freeing myself,” which is directly related to her joy practice
- [3:16] The changes I have made this year to experience freeing myself
- [8:29] Seeing the change in my marriage
- [11:52] I explore the changes in her faith
- [14:27] Freedom regarding food and the way I live in my home
- [16:52] I share why freedom and joy are not related to money
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Many of the reasons that we don’t or won’t ask for help is because we feel obligated to the person who gives us the support we need.
- Making changes in our lives is difficult. When it involves a person who may work in our home or someone at work, we often don’t confront problems or make a change in personnel because it is much easier to live with the situation.
- Many people feel if they aren’t a morning person, they must act like a morning person to be validated by themselves and others. The idea of not having a leisurely morning because that’s what you want and desire is ridiculous.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High Performance Program
I am undergoing an internal transformation, and the catalyst for this change is the conscious cultivation of joy in my life. In this journey, I share my experiences of practicing joy throughout the day, highlighting its profound impact on me compared to my previous exploration of gratitude. Today, I'll delve into the simple pleasures that bring me joy, explaining how they help me stay in the present moment, steering clear of overwhelming responsibilities and diminishing any guilt associated with not working around the clock. I invite you to join me in embracing the practice of joy this year, observing its transformative effects on your mind, soul, and, ultimately, on the positive outcomes for your business.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:38] I discuss unmet expectations
- [2:47:] The difference between practicing joy and practicing gratitude
- [8:49] The freedom of seeking joy has changed over the last two generations
- [15:22] I challenge my listeners to keep track of the “things” that give them joy, and I share a book called Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee. Ingrid points out the little things can bring you joy
- [22:00] I explain why practicing joy through discipline doesn’t work for me, and I would love to hear your response and questions about experiencing joy daily
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Practicing joy is a choice. It is a mindset to begin working toward. Remove the negativity or the things you believe you should be doing and experience the joy of every moment. Take the pressure off your day and choose joy.
- There is a difference between practicing joy and practicing gratitude. When you practice joy, every day brings new opportunities to find joy, and you live in the present. Practicing gratitude brings up guilt when comparing what you have and what others have.
- Be ready to experience practicing joy this year and see what difference it makes in your business.
FEATURED ON THIS SHOW:
- Ready to elevate your social media presence and supercharge your interior design business? Sign up for my live three-part training Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro!
- Get the Build A Better Business Guide and be on your way to a business with more ease, more joy, and more money.
- If you liked today’s episode and you have a moment, please leave me a rating and a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the Design Biz Disrupters Community on Facebook
- Tobi’s Instagram
- DesignYou High Performance Program
- Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee
Today, I am Introducing our new program, DesignYou High Performance (DYHP), which defies common expectations. Contrary to advocating longer hours, I aim to guide you in discovering joy in your life and work. I have learned that joy is a choice, a mindset shaping how you perceive your schedule. It involves unlearning habits and granting permission to explore sources of joy while transforming unpleasant tasks. Today, I challenge the notion that creativity should only be valued in success. Let’s find joy in the process of creativity. In this session, I will discuss the drawbacks of adhering strictly to your To-Do list. Join me in this exploration of sparking creativity and finding joy.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:31] I revel how I am focusing on more joy in life this year and reflects on how she got sidetracked last year by leaning on old habits and beliefs
- [2:17] I explain what a Human Design Reading is, how I have journeyed through the three phases, and how I want to teach listeners deconditioning, deconstructing and becoming a more authentic version of themselves
- [8:08] I introduce a new program called DesignYou High Performance (DYHP), emphasizing joy in your workday and how we should be looking at success
- [12:28] How deadlines affect my joy and what I do to make my day joyful amid work
- [14:40] I challenge listeners to make changes in life that create joy
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- I am grateful to have learned and gained wisdom through the years and am excited to share her wisdom with listeners.
- Striving for joy each day is a more significant accomplishment in the long run than a list of “things” you have achieved.
- It is critical to change your mindset about success. Success can also be the creative failures we experience on the road to greater success, creating joy in the journey.
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- DesignYou High Performance Program
I'm thrilled to share a brief yet impactful episode with you today. The topic we'll delve into is the experience of receiving a compliment. While receiving praise might seem incredible on the surface, there could be an interesting, unintended side effect of that compliment that can possibly hinder you from being your true self. I'm not referring to compliments with hidden insults; I mean genuine, sincere compliments. Tune in to discover more about the power of truth-telling and how a seemingly positive compliment can have a negative impact. I've prepared some thought-provoking homework for you!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:21] Is a compliment always a compliment, or can it be something that allows us not to show up as our true self?
- [2:21] I’ll share an example of how a compliment can prevent you from making decisions you want to make
- [6:59] The example in my life is wanting to relax but always being complimented for being hardworking
- [8:18] Our homework this week is to take inventory of what others compliment on and ask if that compliment holds us back from being our true self
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Compliments are great and feel good to receive. However, we may not do what we want because we are pleasing someone.
- Taking an inventory of ourselves regularly is a positive way to become your true self.
- Seeking your truth is a lifelong endeavor—a little at a time. There is always something!
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Today, I will explore how you can connect with your true self. Like any business, mine faces various challenges, including cash flow issues. In the past, my solution was to push myself to work longer and harder until exhaustion set in. However, I've realized that I perform at my best when I'm well-rested and replenished, which brings me joy. I choose to live with joy and truly experience my true self, and you can, too. In this episode, I'll share how you can shift your mindset and decide to suffer no longer or feel unworthy during challenging business times. Let's explore how to embrace truth, even when faced with financial constraints.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:22] I want to talk about how we justify not speaking our truth, and I’m going to tell you about my experiences and the progress I’ve made when finances are tight in my businesses
- [6:15] In the past, when I had cash-flow problems, I was frantic, hustling around doing everything I could think of to earn more money
- [9:00] Why did I think that worry and working myself to death was going to fix my cash flow and what change I made
- [16:28] What do I mean by cycling into failure and making ourselves small
- [23:00] I decided to choose joy and rest and accept that I am worthy
- [27:09] I share what I learned about color and how it equates to joy and the ways we punish ourselves
- [32:21] The bottom line of what I’m sharing today is we punish ourselves when we think we aren’t worthy
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The mindset you have when you deal with cash-flow issues is critical. Deciding to worry is not helpful, yet we are conditioned to do that.
- You can’t judge your success in one bad business cycle. It’s important to remember all the gifts you possess to create the business.
- We have to trust that if we allow ourselves to rest and replenish, we will be able to be more successful in our business and experience our best selves.
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Get ready to embark on the "Truth Series" at DesignYou! I’m thrilled to kick off this journey with honesty. I genuinely believe that embracing and speaking our truth and presenting ourselves without a facade would bring more happiness and health in 2024. Today, I’ll explore why we often hesitate to be honest in various situations. We don't have to bear the weight of someone else's feelings. We shouldn’t adhere to the notion that we must conform to certain behaviors for others to like us – that only contributes to our unhappiness. I encourage you to join me in pondering these aspects and opening your mind to a more authentic way of living. I’ve been challenged by the topics we will cover, and I know you will be, too.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:22] Introducing the “Truth Series.”
- [3:06] I define “speaking the truth.” What it is and what it isn’t and choosing to be a people pleaser and other decisions contributing to unhappiness
- [9:02] I explain the difference between “our truth” and “the truth,” the emotions involved in truth-telling, and what we will learn in this truth series
- [15:31] When I first began to understand my feelings and the vibration of unhappy thoughts
- [19:58] I outline some of the topics to be covered in this series. Fear, perfectionism, selling, relying on others, and many more
- [23:01] I discuss the facade we all hide behind because of fear
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- There are many reasons we don’t tell the truth. We may not want to hurt someone's feelings, or we may be trying to control the situation's outcome without even realizing it.
- Speaking the truth does not have to be done sarcastically. However, it may come off that way when pent-up emotions are released. The delivery of words and voice makes a difference.
- Most people do not want to tell someone no. So, we become exhausted trying to work around the topic, and it would be much easier and more honest to tell them our expectations, in other words, speaking truthfully.
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The year 2024 is here. Conventional wisdom dictates setting goals and rules, only to stress over them until mid-February, eventually becoming too fatigued to care. In this episode, I propose a fresh, deliberate approach to 2024, emphasizing the importance of incorporating leisure and creativity. What if we adopted the customs of the Renaissance Era? In today's episode, we will explore the concept of "wintering," granting ourselves permission to step back and reintroduce the notion of "moderation" into our lives.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [0:21] I introduce a series that will begin next week called “The Truth,” and remind listeners of the wintering concept discussed in episode 300
- [3:59] The benefits of wintering, an explanation of why my word of the year, “renaissance,” meaning rebirth, is my vision and why our culture needs a change
- [10:22] My self-admission and recipe for the New Year
- [13:30] Examples of the different ways you can think about life, work, leisure and giving yourself permission without judgment
- [18:53] I present a challenge for 2024 that will change your life
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- It is healthy for an individual to step back at the beginning of a new year to give the mind a chance to rest. As nature isn’t blooming all year, we should give ourselves some downtime.
- Every January 1st, we self-impose pressure to start the year with new goals, tasks, and judgment if we fail. Why not give ourselves downtime after the busy holiday season to regenerate?
- During the Renaissance, people did not work at a production line pace. Embracing a mindset of leisure and rest is what we should return to. Starting the new year with a list of giant goals is not healthy. Slow and steady is better.
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- Episode 300
We are officially at the end of 2023 and this is always my favorite podcast of the year because I get to discuss what’s gone wrong this year, what’s gone right, where I’m headed, and the word I’m choosing as my word of the year for 2024!
2023 hasn’t been easy for the design industry, but there’s still a ton that I’m proud of and grateful for. Tune in this week to hear my 2023 in review and discover why 2024 will be a renaissance for me.
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As we wrap up 2023, I’m bringing you a conversation with my friend and client, Marina Case. She’s in the thick of planning the future of her design business, so if you’re wondering what 2024 holds for you as a designer, you’re in the right place.
Tune in this week for tips on how to start blueprinting what you want the future of your life and business to look like. Marina is sharing her journaling practice and how coaching has helped her get unstuck in different stages of her business. You’ll learn what it takes to shake things up and make your design business a long-term success.
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It’s one thing to be willing to fail on your own in business, but it’s another thing to let your team fail. Melanie Coddington is the founder of Coddington Design and she's seen her fair share of failures in her 18 years in business. In this episode, Melanie is sharing what he’s learned from making mistakes, and how to build a team that can see you through the ups and downs.
If you feel like you’re overspending on your team while not paying yourself enough, today’s episode is for you. We’re discussing the biggest mistakes we’ve made while building our teams, and how to get honest with yourself and decide what you want your dream team to look like.
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As a multi-passionate business owner, it can be difficult to know when to innovate in your business, and when to stay the course. This week, I’m speaking with another one of my Millionaire Mentorship clients, Sara Noble, about her quest for the perfect design business, and the learning curve she’s been on as she innovates.
Sara is the founder of a thriving full-service design firm as well as an e-commerce store. We’re discussing what’s required to take risks in your business, how boredom could be an opportunity to reflect and refine, and how manifestation has played a part in Sara’s experience of up-leveling her business.
Are you ready to turn your brightest ideas into a thriving business success in 2024? Dive into my 3-hour 'Plan Your Year in a Day' Workshop! It's the perfect opportunity to take your entrepreneurial dreams to new heights. With step-by-step guidance, you'll be on your way to launching something truly amazing. Don't let this chance slip by – join my workshop for an incredible journey and let's make magic happen together!
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When life throws you lemons, what are you going to do? My guest this week is Nicole Fulton, an interior designer of 30 years who also happens to be a special-needs mom. She’s been faced with every challenge in the book in her life and business, and she’s here to talk about how she's been able to turn them into beautiful lemonade.
Whether you’re dealing with the fallout from the economy, a personal diagnosis, a family matter, or lemons of another kind, tune in this week to discover how to show up as your best self, no matter the circumstances. Nicole is sharing the challenges she’s needed to overcome in 30 years as an interior designer, and the difference that business and life coaching have made in her ability to keep pushing forward.
Are you ready to turn your brightest ideas into a thriving business success in 2024? Dive into my 3-hour 'Plan Your Year in a Day' Workshop! It's the perfect opportunity to take your entrepreneurial dreams to new heights. With step-by-step guidance, you'll be on your way to launching something truly amazing. Don't let this chance slip by – join my workshop for an incredible journey and let's make magic happen together!
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Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday, but this year I'm in a busy season, and I've been losing perspective on all the things that are going right as I get caught in the hamster wheel. Whether you’re working harder than you want to, or don’t feel like you have the choice to unwind, the practice of channeling gratitude is a practice that will always serve you, and this is what I’m offering you on today’s episode.
Join me this week to hear how gratitude through hard things has been a tool I’ve been leaning on heavily this year, and what happens when you suspend complaining in favor of actively finding what is working in your life and business.
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As creatives, many of us are afraid of niching down. We worry it will limit our options or turn potential clients away. My guest this week believes the opposite is true. Liz Toombs has found an amazing design niche that has allowed her business to thrive even during tough economic times: sorority house design.
If you’re afraid that niching down will negatively impact your bottom line, Liz is here to explain how a niched-down business can be the most resilient in a shifting industry. We’re discussing why anything can be a niche in the interior design industry, and how sorority house design has given Liz a constant source of business since the 2008 recession.
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Navigating "the hard" as an entrepreneur and a designer can be an extremely isolating experience. Friends and family often can't support us the way we might need, so I'm bringing this conversation to the podcast today with my guest, Lee Waters.
Lee is a wonderful interior designer and member of Design You, and I’ve decided to bring her on because she is an action-taker. In this episode, we discuss the different kinds of hard that Lee has navigated this year, how she is weathering a tricky season in the design industry, and our advice for creating success during the inevitable tough times.
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What is the secret to social media success? For interior designer and certified life coach Kricia Palmer, it's been authenticity. Kricia thought she had tried everything for years with little traction. That's when she decided to shake things up: work on her mindset, become more consistent, and show up imperfectly. Finally, Kricia is seeing real success and exposure.
In this episode, we discuss how Kricia dropped perfectionism and started showing up authentically, and how the mindset shifts she’s made towards self-love have contributed to the social media success she’s experienced in 2023.
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Productivity culture can quickly spiral into overwhelm, telling us to go, go, go, finish what we started, and let our to-do lists run our lives. Implementing the "start, stop, continue" method can help you find the balance you need to run a sustainable business that will serve you in 2024.
Now is the time to get clear on what you want so overwhelm doesn't follow you into 2024. Tune in this week to discover a practical exercise for deciding what you want to start doing, stop doing, and continue doing for the future of your business.
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As creatives, most of us are multi-passionate, interested in a million different things, and love to dabble, change, and pivot. We think we’re only allowed to stay in one lane in business, when in reality, there’s power in claiming these multifaceted parts of ourselves.
That's exactly what my guest this week did. Amber Guyton is the founder of Blessed Little Bungalow. She found the courage to leave her corporate job in advertising and marketing to join the influencer space, and she’s here to share her journey with us. Amber is revealing how she shows up as both an interior designer and social media influencer, and her top tips for anyone who feels called to take a leap of faith with their business.
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If you’re an interior designer or any kind of creative entrepreneur and you feel like you’ve got way too much on your plate, this episode is for you. My guest today is Master Certified life and business coach Desi Creswell, and she has been where you are. However, she changed course and now runs a successful business from a beautifully clear headspace, and she’s here to share how to find where your time and energy are going to waste in your business.
Tune in this week to discover where the time and energy leaks are in your business. Desi is sharing how to see where you’re overdoing, overthinking, or indulging in any form of ‘overing’ without achieving anything, and we’re discussing how to plug the time and energy leaks in your business by letting things be good enough and trusting yourself in the process.
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In light of my Show Up on Social Media Like a Pro workshop that’s happening right now, I thought it was the perfect time to bring back an episode with my go-to media expert, Lynya Floyd. Lynya is an award-winning journalist, ghostwriter, and media coach who has two decades of experience working for magazines like Glamor, Oprah, Money, and Cosmopolitan, and she’s here to offer her expertise on being in the media spotlight.
Join us on this episode to discover how to leverage social media publicity. You’ll hear why learning to be in the spotlight is all about taking imperfect action, the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make when pitching their message, and Lynya’s top tips for crafting your message as a thought leader in your industry.
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Challenging economic times come with opportunities for businesses. I want to help open your eyes to these opportunities, starting with dissecting why social media is crucial for the future of your business.
Tune in this week to discover why you can’t afford to sleep on social media, especially video content. I’m discussing why capitalizing on the reach of social media doesn’t need to cost a fortune, how the profile of the luxury consumer has changed in recent years, and I’m giving you some practical tips for staying relevant and successful way into the future.
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I’m hearing and seeing many interesting things going on in the design industry right now. People are crying out for help with navigating the current economy and they’re worried about the future. It feels like we’re in a recession, but nobody wants to name it or admit it.
Call it what you will, people are struggling right now. I’m discussing what we can do as entrepreneurs to be smart during this challenging time, why things might not improve over the next year, and I’m giving my advice on thinking differently to come out the other side of this economic turmoil strongly.
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If you’re navigating any kind of transition in your life or business, I have a few coping strategies to get you through the discomfort of change.
Tune in this week to learn the practical strategies that allow you to have a more positive experience of navigating transitions. I’m sharing the thoughts that build a negative emotional experience of transitions, and showing you how to decide what you really want to create in your life or business as you navigate difficult transitions.
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My guest this week is Rebecca Tapia, a physician-anthropologist-creative out to explore and reframe the mental drama many of us have about supporting our aging parents. She joined my Online Course Incubator and created an amazing course around her passion and it is truly inspiring.
We’re discussing Rebecca’s course from conception to completion, how she weaved her uniqueness into every aspect of it, and our advice if you want to create your own course to share your gifts with the world.
My Online Course Incubator is launching again in the fall of 2023. We only have 10 spots, so sign up before it’s too late: https://tobifairley.com/courses
As designers and creatives moving through a changing world, we’re always looking for what’s next in our business. This week, I’m joined by four of my students from my Online Course Incubator. They created courses in just six months, helping their clients in a whole new way, and creating a new stream of revenue in their businesses in the process.
Robineve, Katie, Marcie, and Allison are here to discuss their experience in my Online Course Incubator, how creating online courses has changed their businesses, and they’re sharing their advice if you’re currently on the fence about the benefits of building online courses.
My Online Course Incubator is launching again in the fall of 2023. We only have 10 spots, so sign up before it’s too late: https://tobifairley.com/courses
The end of summer is a time for reinvention, so for today’s episode, we’re revisiting an important conversation about what it looks like to pivot in your business and start leveraging your customer base to offer a profitable new service: an online course.
Tune in this week to discover how Linda Holt has merged her creative eye and her aesthetic appeal to create an in-demand online course. Linda is sharing her experience, common hurdles to building an online course for creatives, and how to come up with your own idea for a successful, profitable online course.
My Online Course Incubator is launching again in the fall of 2023. We only have 10 spots, so sign up before it’s too late: https://tobifairley.com/courses
Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways you can communicate your value in this world, and my guest this week is here to help you leverage the power of tenacious storytelling and vulnerability in your business.
Jude Charles has been producing documentaries for entrepreneurs for the past 17 years, and it’s fair to say he’s learned everything there is to know about storytelling in that time. He is sharing how he helps his clients bring their stories to life, the importance of continually redefining your why, and his tips for building unwavering courage in everything you do as an entrepreneur.
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I’m joined by a member of my Online Course Incubator program, Alisa Berry. Alisa has been an interior designer for over two decades. However, she began her career as a Christmas tree decorator and designer. She has always had a deep passion for Christmas, and now she’s turned this passion of hers into an incredible course.
Alisa's course is selling like hotcakes, and she’s here to share her story, how she brought this course to life, and how the Online Course Incubator program helped her create this amazing offering.
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Discover how getting to know your clients on a deeper level helps you provide unparalleled design services. Unique Kitchens & Baths owner Tanya Smith-Shiflett is a brilliant saleswoman, an expert in thinking differently while sustainably expanding a business, and she has an approach for getting to know her clients that you need to hear.
Tanya is sharing how to question your clients so you can design something they truly love, how to work within their budget, the principles that have helped her grow and scale her design business, and how to use the economic downturn we’re experiencing as an opportunity to plan for the future.
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If you’ve been wanting to hear about my new venture with my daughter, you’re in luck because I'm diving into Fairley Fancy and e-commerce in general. This is a vital part of the conversation about the future of the interior design industry and I can’t wait to share it with you.
I’m discussing all things e-commerce, how we incorporated a brick-and-mortar store, and all of the challenges we faced and overcame on this journey so you know what this process requires from you.
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When I ask designers what they think they need in their businesses, they generally say better clients with more money, a marketing strategy, systems, and new or better revenue streams. I agree, we want all of these, but the one that seems to confuse people most is the revenue streams piece.
Tune in for a discussion about how to launch new revenue streams in your design business. I’m discussing why the most successful entrepreneurs are the ones who try new things with a willingness to fail, and I'm sharing a proven process for coming up with new revenue streams in your design business.
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Discover everything you need to know about e-commerce and branding. Abbey McGrew is the founder and creative director of Wayfarer Design Studio, and she’s known for her heart-led approach to branding design. As you’ll hear today, Abbey believes that great branding is more than skin-deep and it’s always about finding a way to weave deeper meaning into every detail.
Abbey is sharing why branding is the foundation for an e-commerce store, her expertise in creating branding that stands out, how to streamline and infuse the different areas of your marketing content, and how to communicate your unique story through your branding.
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The pandemic changed interior design forever, and AI is altering the landscape even further. The industry is shifting, but you can still be a successful interior designer.
Discover what it really takes to be a successful designer in 2023 and beyond. I’m sharing what you need to keep in mind as you look at other people in the industry who you perceive as successful, and 10 ways you can start evolving and securing your success as an interior designer.
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Is this really the end of the design industry? Tune in this week to discover how the design industry is changing, why the only thing that’s been certain lately is uncertainty, the impact of the democratization of design, and everything you need to know about the softening economy that is affecting interior designers’ bottom line.
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If you’re a designer or any other type of creative with an interest in being published or creating content, you’re going to love this episode. I’m joined by a real inside source when it comes to design writing, and she’s here to give us her insights and answers about connection and storytelling in the design industry.
Hadley Keller is a long-time design writer and editor currently serving as Director of Editorial and Community Engagement at the Design Leadership Network, which is a community of top leading designers. Things are rapidly changing in the design content and editorial industry, and Hadley is walking us through what we need to know if we’re trying to navigate this space.
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Discover what to do if perfectionism is paralyzing you. I’m sharing the lessons we’ve been taught that have pointed us toward perfectionism, why overcoming perfectionism isn’t about doing a half-hearted job, and I’m showing you what you can do instead to show up and make progress while leaving perfectionism behind.
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I’m joined by Keisha Blair, the award-winning, international bestselling author of the newly expanded and updated Holistic Wealth: 36 Life Lessons to Help You Recover from Disruption, Find Your Life Purpose, and Achieve Financial Freedom.
Keisha is discussing how a sabbatical after a tragedy in her life was the most productive and impactful thing she’d ever done, why we all have so much more to give when we tap into our intuition, and how to start embracing your personal financial identity as you work towards an all-encompassing Holistic Wealth.
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Tiffany Cassidy has been designing luxury vacation homes and commercial spaces in the US Virgin Islands since 2002, helping her clients create personal luxury residences and remodel vacation homes to maximize their return on investment. She does amazing work and I love her attitude when it comes to business.
Tiffany is sharing why you can’t get a good ROI without spending money in the right areas, how she deals with clients that she thinks are underbudgeting, how she finds her ideal clients, and what you need to keep in mind if you’re considering refocusing on vacation rental design.
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Entrepreneurs often think that because they have an LLC, their brand is protected. However, continuing to build a brand on a name you don’t actually own could cost you a fortune, or even force you into an expensive rebrand. To help you avoid this, I’m speaking to trademark lawyer Kelli Jones.
Kelli is a virtual lawyer for entrepreneurs and business owners, specializing in contracts and trademarks. She shares how trademarks work, and the three questions that will help you decide whether you need to trademark your brand sooner than you thought.
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Do you feel like your style isn’t quite aligned with who you’re becoming in business? I’m thrilled to introduce you to Elsa Isaac this week, an NYC-based fashion and image stylist who believes style is all about self-expression. As a seasoned pro with 20+ years in the fashion industry, Elsa now revamps wardrobes for successful career women and entrepreneurs like you, and she’s here to talk all things personal style.
Hear why feeling misaligned in your personal style holds you back, and how up-leveling your style has the power to amplify you and your business in so many ways.
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Monica Berg is an international speaker, spiritual thought leader, author, and podcaster. A self-proclaimed “change junkie,” Monica shows individuals how to create a life that not only feels like it’s working, but most importantly a life in which they are living and loving as the powerful, fulfilled person they’ve always wanted to be.
Discover why the things that make you different are your superpower. We’re discussing Monica’s new book, her experience as a parent, why change is a recipe for happiness, and some amazing advice about the expectations we have for our kids as they grow up.
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Are you looking for ways to regret-proof your life and business? Tune in to hear my personal experiences and get inspired to take action toward your own regret-proof future. Whether it's working with a loved one or taking on a new challenge solo, this episode will provide you with valuable insights on how to make the most of your opportunities and live a life with no regrets.
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My guest this week is flipping the script on luxury residential lighting and technology design. He’s on a mission for the lighting and tech piece of luxury homes to be brought forward in the planning process, connecting the dots between designers, architects, and home-builders.
Joe Borress is the CEO of Tri Star Electric & Automation, and he educates his clients during the pre-building phase to ensure electrical, technology, and lighting design will enhance their lifestyle now and into the future. Learn with me about how, as designers, we can bring lighting, tech, and electricals into the planning conversation at a much earlier phase than is currently the norm.
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Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole have been friends of mine for years and this episode has been a long time coming. They have a successful firm based in Atlanta, and they’ve established a well-known reputation over 18 years for their approachable, dynamic personalities and their use of one-of-a-kind custom design.
There are countless nightmare stories about partnerships out there, so tune in this week to discover the secrets to a solid partnership that works beautifully. Joann and Kelly are sharing how they’ve structured their business to financially protect each other, how they approach their joint projects, including their podcast, and all of their advice for building the kind of partnership that truly lasts and allows each person to play on the other’s strengths.
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Artificial intelligence is going to have an impact on the design and creative industries, just like it will in every area of our world and larger existence. The possibilities for AI are massive, and that’s a scary thought. However, with any change, there’s also opportunity.
As designers, if we choose to compete with AI instead of adapting to it, we could become dinosaurs. Tune in this week to start exploring how AI could affect the future of the design industry. I’m discussing some of the speculation around how content will change as a result of AI, and sharing how to make sure you can still create human-to-human connection without getting left behind in the age of AI.
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Have you noticed that we go through life and business believing that the goal is to have zero problems and feel zero negative emotions? Well, I’m here to burst your bubble. It isn’t possible. There will always be problems and negative emotions.
Discover a better goal to have than zero problems and no negative emotions. I’m discussing why it’s more helpful to believe that every problem has something you can work with, and how to see the steps you can take when a problem does arise instead of wishing you didn’t have it.
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We all want more money in our design and creative businesses. However, if you’re showing up to sales conversations with the belief that you’re taking advantage or asking for a favor, increasing your sales becomes impossible.
Discover my 10 requirements for effective, non-sleazy selling. I share how to frame potentially bothering people so you don’t let it stop you from finding your ideal client. I also show you how to start thinking differently about hearing the word “no” in your sales conversations so you can start getting in front of more people without fearing rejection.
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Just like anything else you find hard, you probably have some thoughts about marketing that are holding you back. These thoughts will come from previous attempts at marketing your services, so I’m walking you through the process of seeing why you haven’t been consistent in the past.
Discover how to get consistent with your marketing, how to take inspiration from other areas of your life where you’ve mastered consistency, and how to get truly creative as you move through the resistance you feel around marketing.
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Discover the three things all designers and creatives want, and how to get them. I’m sharing how to keep your business and your client base evolving, and showing you how to be willing to handle the discomfort of leaving your non-ideal clients behind so you can start demanding what you’re worth.
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Reinvention is something that is vital for all of us. I reinvent myself and my business regularly and I get questions about this process all the time. If you feel like you need to shake things up in your business or your life in general, this episode is exactly what you need.
I’m sharing how to explore some small shifts and pivots, what I’ve learned about the Innovator Mindset, and what it takes to start reinventing yourself and your business.
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For many entrepreneurs, marketing and sales are the aspects of their business that make them most uncomfortable because they've been taught these disciplines in unhelpful and icky ways. My guest this week is here to discuss marketing in a way you’ve never heard it framed before.
Maggie Patterson has two decades of experience working in client services and she’s been a successful entrepreneur herself for 15 of those years. She's sharing her humane business practices, rooted in respect, empathy, and trust, so you can feel empowered, authentic, and proud in how you do business with other human beings
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Discover how you can get a piece of the vacation-rental pie, whether that’s designing spaces for others, investing your money in a property, or some of the other truly innovative ways to generate income in this industry.
Jessica Duce has been in business for almost 20 years, and she’s bringing her creativity and expertise to residential and commercial projects across the country. Her foray into vacation rental design began in 2017 quite accidentally, but this learn-by-fire experience catapulted her into the short-term rental market and shifted the trajectory of her career. If you're interested in this industry, you do not want to miss what Jessica has to say!
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Kerri Kelly is a recovering corporate executive turned community organizer, wellness activist, and the amazing author of one of my favorite books, American Detox: The Myth of Wellness and How We Can Truly Heal. She’s known for making waves in the wellness industry by challenging norms, disrupting systems, asking the hard questions, and mobilizing people to act, which I love, and I know you will too.
Listen in to discover the power you have to challenge embedded systems of oppression for everyone, and why doing so is an act of radical wellness.
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My guest this week knows a thing or two about dreams. Robert Hartwell is the CEO of Strength on Stages where he coaches entrepreneurs, founders, and venture capitalists on the art of authentic storytelling and selling from the stage.
Discover why, as creatives, it always serves us to show up authentically. We’re discussing why intention and authenticity take time, why selling from the stage doesn’t have to be a hard pitch, and how to start using your voice to find the people who need to be in your orbit.
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Dreaming is a habit or a practice, just like creativity. However, there comes a point when we feel like we’ve checked all the boxes. We stop dreaming and then totally forget how to dream.
So, tune in this week to explore why you stopped dreaming, and how to dream again. I’m discussing the serious impact of not intentionally dreaming, and my favorite practice for understanding your experience and reigniting your dreams, no matter what stage of your life or career you’re in.
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If you sell a product or service in the online space, this episode is for you. I’m joined by my friend and marketing genius Kristen Boss, a super-savvy marketer who has a blast taking the ick out of marketing, helping her clients show up and build a following so they can sell without hustling and burning out.
Discover how to start using social media to present your fully authentic self. Kristen is discussing her own journey of finding her voice, the constant evolution of sharing your authenticity, and why showing up in your uniqueness is what’s going to help you build an audience you can sell to.
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This week, I'm joined by inspiring entrepreneur, author and mother, Mary Lawless Lee. To go after her dreams, Mary had to keep perfectionism out of the way, balance her work with her family life, and not lose her identity in either area, and she's sharing that journey with us in this conversation. Discover what it takes start dreaming again, the power of being intentional, and how to stop allowing perfectionism to stop you from going all in on your wildest dreams.
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We're talking all things human design this week with my guests, Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles of DayLuna Human Design. Shayna and Dana are human design specialists who co-founded their company to empower people towards radical authenticity, personal freedom, and self-love. Join us for an incredible conversation about human design, your Saturn return, and how our type changes how we operate in the world. We even talk a little about my type and my birth chart, so you can see how their process works!
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Hello friends, and welcome to 2023! Like many of you, I have spent years past setting up resolutions for myself that are counter to who I am, what I know I will be successful at, and how my life functions in order to be a “new person.” Well this year, we’re not doing that. Because guess what? You are not broken—and you don’t need to be fixed. Tune in to hear what I’ve learned about resolutions, how to really find long-term growth, and why you should be focusing on abundance.
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The end of the year is a great time to reflect on and celebrate all that happened in the last year and get ready for the year to come. In this episode, I share some of the moments of joy I had this year and how they changed how I think about creativity and fun. You'll learn how I determined my words for this year, why I am giving up on setting goals, and how to have more play in your life. I hope this episode inspires you to reflect on your year and start getting ready for 2023!
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If you’ve been hustling non-stop and just can’t get past certain milestones or seem to be repeating the same patterns over and over, then it’s time for you to take a big leap. Listen in as I share what I’ve learned about hustling over the years (and especially since 2020), the identity shift you’re going to have to make, and how quickly getting out of the way can change your creativity—and your business. A big leap is exactly what you and I both need, so let's take it together.
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Maybe you used to dream a lot as a child but life got the best of you, convincing you that dreaming was not for serious, responsible people. Maybe you’ve long felt like dreaming was for people other than you. I went through this same thing, so today on the podcast I talk about how untrue that is and why you should be embracing your dreams and your multi-passionate self.
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Have you been thinking about short-form video? Maybe you browse TikTok but haven't posted anything yet. This week, I'm joined by content creator, product designer, and mindset speaker Julianne Taylor. We're talking all about building a brand on TikTok, how to connect with the people managing influencer partnerships, and what it looks like to fulfill content partnerships. If you've been waiting for that little push to post on TikTok, this episode is what you need to hear!
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Have you ever thought about having your own online course? It might seem scary, but it’s totally worth it, and my guest this week is sharing why. Linda Holt is a former professional photographer and former interior designer who now teaches photography to designers and creatives through her online smartphone photography course. We're discussing the process of course creation, how to find your online course niche, and the hurdles you might face during the process.
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As we head into the holiday season, many of us are figuring out how to return to seeing our families for the first time in two years. This last year has been bumpy and uncomfortable for a lot of people as we’ve been navigating a “return to normal” that doesn’t really exist. So this week, I’m sharing a framework we use in our business called The Loving Principles. This framework allows us to see how loving we can be to ourselves and others as we build our business, and I know it'll be really useful this holiday season.
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This week, I sat down with the incredible Jadah Sellner, bestselling author, business coach, international keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, poet, and podcast host. We talked about everything from how we’re responding to coming out of the pandemic and how our self-care has changed over time, to what it looks like to listen to our inner rebel and how our creativity shows up. Hear how we’re changing the way we show up for ourselves and others and why redefining your success post-pandemic is so important.
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If you have been dreaming of having a scalable product but haven’t known where to start with it, you do not want to miss this episode. I’m sharing everything you need to know about our brand-new online course incubator including what it entails, how many people we’re accepting into it, what you can expect from it, and how it is going to help you have a completely different business just 6-12 months from now.
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If you want to be a visionary leader, changemaker, or trailblazer, you don’t want to miss this action-packed episode. I’m sharing more about our Millionaire Mentorship program and some of the incredible things we're offering inside of it, as well as who it’s for and some of the amazing things that are happening because of it. Find out if it might be something that could help you in your business, and the steps to take to sign up.
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This week I'm joined by Tara McMullin, a writer, podcaster, and producer who helps people navigate the 21st-century economy without losing humanity. Tara has been studying small business owners online for over 14 years and poses big questions about how to work better and take better care of ourselves and each other. She joins me this week for an interesting conversation about how she has been reimagining the whole idea of goal-setting and how you can do the same.
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Hustling and trying to create financial success in my business led me to do a ton of damage to my health and well-being. The way I was striving for success would take a toll on any human body and is the reason why I’m now dealing with chronic pain. So this week, I'm sharing more about the consequences of putting myself through a system designed by men for men to succeed and why we need to be creating new business paradigms.
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One person who has been so instrumental in helping me create this new version of my company, myself, and my coaching is the fabulous Trudi Lebron. Trudi is the Founder of The Institute for Equity-Centered Coaching®️ where I have been going through her equity-centered coach and leadership certification, and I am so excited to welcome her back onto the podcast. In this episode, hear about the transformation that coaching can bring to people and more about Trudi’s developments in the art and science of coaching.
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I love bringing friends onto the show, and I’m so excited to introduce you to today’s guest, the CEO and Creative Director of John McClain Design. In this episode, hear how John is helping so many people with his gifts and talents and the work he is doing to change the world. We talk about the importance of doing things in your own way, why it is so important to create your own authentic path, and how showing up as your true self is crucial for running your business well.
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Listen in this week to hear how we have reimagined the entire company over the last couple of years and some of the incredible things you can expect from the new website. Hear some of the changes we have made in our company, some of the amazing things we’ll be doing moving forward, and how you can be part of such an exciting time here at Tobi Fairley Inc.!
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This week I’m bringing you an amazing conversation with my friend Heidi Metro. Heidi is the Founder and CEO of Lead From Within. She provides coaching to high achievers and deep feelers to help them develop the clarity, confidence, and drive they need to become the leaders of their careers and communities. We talk about everything we are unlearning and relearning, the reason we fall into scarcity so often, and joy that comes from a new paradigm of leadership.
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This week, I sat down with the amazing Graphic Designer and Brand Strategist here at Tobi Fairley Inc., Nicole Yang. Nicole has an incredible belief system that is in alignment with her values, and she uses this to help business owners turn their ideas into meaningful, impactful design assets.
We discuss what capitalism fatigue is and how we can respond to it as business owners, the importance of showing not telling, and the four pillars of branding. Nicole also shares some of the amazing things she has lined up in her business, and what’s possible for you and your company.
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If you’ve been abusing yourself because you think that your work is never good enough or that you never finish anything, you don’t want to miss this episode. I’m showing you how the patriarchy is built on perfectionism, where this narrative comes from and the problem with it, and how to drop the unachievable standards you have instilled in you and start showing up as your truest, most impactful self.
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This week, I chat with the amazing Teri Moore to hear how she learned to stop showing up online in an attempt to make everything appear perfect, and start showing up on social media as her true, complete self. We dive deeper into hustle culture and the importance of working smarter, not harder, the track we believe we should be on as Interior Designers, and how Teri learned to evaluate whether her priorities – or what she thought were her priorities – were in line with a life she truly wanted.
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In this episode, hear why we’ve decided to lean into the motto “Fuck it is the new hustle,” how we’ve incorporated this approach into our business, and the impact it is already having. I’m encouraging you to consider what you might be able to do in your life and business when you apply this motto, and how to use it to start showing up and serving in the most loving, authentic, and aligned way.
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Nothing inspires me more than people who are willing to do things differently. This week I'm joined by Carmeon Hamilton, a Memphis-based Interior Designer, Content Creator, and winner of HGTV’s Design Star: Next Gen. Carmeon is a proponent of doing what’s best for you, no matter what it is, and is here to share some of the amazing things she’s doing in her work.
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In this episode, I’m sharing some awareness and a-ha! moments I have had recently around privilege, centering, and the concept of intersectionality. Discover why it is never a good idea to justify your privilege, and where to start in doing this messy but important work of creating more diversity, equity, and inclusion in your life and business.
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Join me this week as I’m sharing some huge a-ha! moments I’ve been having around money and showing you how to start working and making money from a state of self-love and self-care. Discover how the patriarchy affects our self-worth and relationship with money, why you need to stop giving everything to everybody else and start focusing on yourself and your own needs, and how to learn to receive all the money you deserve.
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This week, I’m sharing my musings about what transition means and looks like, and how to navigate periods of transition in your life. I’m sharing more about what I want to do and who I want to be in the next half of my life, and giving you the opportunity to get more honest with yourself than ever about your period of transition.
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Have you ever wished you had an all-encompassing system in your toolkit to help you eliminate the stress of all the unknowns in business? If you want a simple system that leaves no stone unturned when it comes to your revenue, how it gets allocated, and who to hire, this is your lucky day. We're showing you exactly what The Growth Path entails, and how it helps you never drop the ball on your business.
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This week, I’m sharing some of the big ideas I’ve been questioning and helping you plant the seed that you absolutely can question everything before you enter into anything. Hear some of the reasons people are no longer trusting the gurus and influencers, how I started trusting myself more and why it has been so refreshing.
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Listen in this week as I’m helping you get clear and committed again to what you want to accomplish at the back end of this year and beyond. I’m showing you how to stop self-loathing and creating suffering, anxiety, and stress for yourself because you are trying to believe in some version of success that does not align with you, and start redefining success for yourself.
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Join me this week as I give you a short, generalized version of what is currently happening in the economy and why the best time to prepare for a potential recession is right now. I’m sharing some things you might want to think about in your business, and how to get ready so that if we do move into a recession, you can survive it and eventually move back into the space of thriving.
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In this episode, I share my thoughts on women’s rights, social justice, and forced pregnancy. Hear why I do not believe that women’s bodies should be controlled by our government, and one of the most important things we can do right now as women to fight for our rights and keep making the progress that is needed.
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There is so much pressure in creative industries to look the part that it can leave many of us feeling terrified to show up. My guest today, Judith Gaton, is here to talk about changing that. Judith is a stylist and master certified life coach who teaches her clients to use thought work to create a lasting makeover. We’re discussing how to stop hiding and start feeling more confident showing up as your true self.
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This week, I’m joined by the amazing Victoria Albina, a life coach with experience in functional medicine and somatic work. We're discussing what codependency is and how it’s showing up in your life and in your business. Find out where codependent thinking comes from, and how we can ease the thought patterns of people pleasing and perfectionism.
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This week, I'm joined by speaker, business coach, podcast host and author, Julie Solomon. Julie shares how allowing yourself to be seen and allowing your soul and heart to shine is the way you influence the world around you. Discover the importance of showing up as your true self and putting yourself out into the world, and how to shine in a way that is truly authentic to you.
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I’m talking more about reaching our potential and what that means for us as women. I’m encouraging you to consider what it means to reach your potential and whether there is anything you want to change for yourself, and why I truly believe that you get to be whoever you want to be, on your terms, in a way that is healthy and sustainable for you.
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This week, success coaches Loren and Sommer share their favorite parts of the Design You program and what’s waiting for you inside the program. I share where we’ve seen the biggest impacts for members of the program and why there has never been a better time to join Design You than right now.
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Listen in this week as I share some more dirty little secrets from the interior design industry and some of the bad habits I’ve seen designers revert to since the pandemic. I’m encouraging you to get real about where these dirty little secrets are showing up for you and showing you how to stop running your business from a place of fear, scarcity, and people-pleasing.
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In this episode, I'm showing you what’s possible when you dream big. Hear some of the reasons we have stopped dreaming, why having something to strive and aim for gives our life meaning, and how to establish the obstacles that stand in your way of dreaming big and going after what you want.
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I’m showing you why your thoughts and beliefs around time and schedules aren’t helpful or serving you. Discover the real reason the time management tools you’ve been using up to now aren’t working, and how changing the way you think about your relationship with time will enable you to create more success than ever in your business.
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Tune in to hear some of the mindsets creatives have that are preventing them from creating the life and business they really want. I’m showing you how to figure out which of these mindsets are holding you back and giving you a new way to think about your thinking that can help you create different results.
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Find out what it really takes to start making the money you want as a creative, and how to start making money without the hustle. I’m showing you how you might be accidentally opting out of making money, and three skillsets you need to build to make the money you want.
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Are you ready to thrive, creative friends? We’re digging into what a creative entrepreneur is, what it means for your business, and how to use this to create the life and business you dream about. I’m sharing some common pitfalls experienced by small businesses and entrepreneurs, and some ways you can think differently about your business that will change everything for the better.
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Join me this week as I share what really creates joy and fulfillment in our lives, and two profound questions to ask yourself to help you move toward the next version of you. Discover how to be open to those nudges you feel in your heart and use them to move further along the path that is uniquely yours.
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Life isn’t black and white. Despite our brains wanting to make things so cut and dry and dualistic, there is a grey area. But being in the grey area requires our brains to expend energy on a lot of complex thinking and intentionally choose to be in this place. So this week, I'm showing you how to explore the grey.
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This week, I’m showing you how to make creativity non-negotiable and what truly creates value in your business. Learn about the cycle that keeps you firmly rooted in not charging enough in your business, and how to untether yourself from the external validation that your work and achievements are bringing you so you can start charging what you are worth.
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I want to invite you to something very special that I have coming up. It’s called Success Week.
For 5 whole days, I’ll be coming to you live with trainings and Q&A sessions that dive deep into what it takes to make a real success shift and the actions you need to take to carve your path to success. This weeklong immersion is designed to help you get off the hustle bus and create your very own version of success on your terms. I’m here to help you chase those dreams, friends!
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In this episode, I’m diving deeper into the concept of women’s work and encouraging you to get curious about how it could be playing into the value of your services. I’m discussing the difference between men’s work and women’s work and the value of it in the design industry, and what we can do to bring more awareness to the value of our roles and tasks.
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Discover the differences between a thinker and a doer and how to establish which one you are. We are all a little of both to some degree, but knowing which one you are in nature can do wonders for your business and completely change the way you work, so I’m exploring it further this week.
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I’m sharing the difference between designers and creatives, how we commoditize ourselves accidentally, and the role hustle culture plays in the value of design. Hear the reason so many people think they can do the work of designers on their own, the problem with unique ideas becoming trends, and the impact this has on our industry.
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This week, I share what a coach is and what it is not, how a coach differs from a therapist, mentor, or teacher, and the impact that working with a coach has had on my life. Hear some of the reasons you could benefit from working with a coach, and why I truly believe that everybody needs a coach in their life.
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I’m talking about social media, technology, and the toll it’s taking on our mental health. There are several problems with the way we use technology, so I’m sharing some tips to help you reduce your usage and showing you how to put boundaries around the way you are currently showing up on social media and with technology.
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Discover the importance of reclaiming the word and concept of “lazy” and how to start prioritizing your wellbeing and change the way you live and work. If you’re ready to break up with hustle culture, buckle up, friends, because I’m showing you how this week!
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Discover how to stop letting other people’s comments and opinions affect how you show up and how to use other people’s comments to make sure you are still being yourself. Hear the thing that has helped me show up so much more authentically and the main tool I use to stay in this place of clarity about who I really am.
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For the concluding episode of the Redefining Success series, I'm exploring the connection between aging and success and sharing what I’ve learned about the world as I turn 50. Find out exactly how I intend to use the next decade to create more success for this next stage of my life, and how you can redefine success moving forward.
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This week, I'm shining a light on success in the interior design industry and the magnitude of what this career asks of us as designers. Discover what’s behind those success boxes you’re constantly striving to check, the problem with the lure of the luxury lifestyle, and the importance of finding the thing that truly lights you up.
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I’m digging deeper into our thoughts around workloads, schedules, and obligations and encouraging you to consider where you are trying to force yourself to be successful in a way you don’t enjoy. I’m showing you how to see where you are saying yes to obligations that drain and fatigue you and some tips to help you start redefining and generating success in a way that is aligned with your values and desires.
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What would happen if you stopped holding up this mythical version of success and started redefining it for yourself? In the first episode of the Redefining Success series, I’m showing you how to get real intentional and honest about what success looks like for you, and challenging you to redefine it to create a life aligned with your values and desires.
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If you usually spend this time of year thinking, “New year, new me…” you need to tune in this week because I’m showing you a new way to do New Year. I love a fresh start, but there are so many societal beliefs about this time of year that we need to question, so we’re getting clear on those and working instead to get ourselves excited for the next 12 months in a totally new way.
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Most of us find comfort in the familiar, even if the familiar isn’t really working. But life is short, so why be boring? A lot can happen when you change things up, so this week, I’m sharing my wish for you this holiday season and giving you the courage and permission to think and do things differently.
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I’m giving you a different way to think about money and helping you get clear on the amount of money that’s right for you in a sustainable and conscious way. The amount that’s right for you will be different for someone else, so I’m sharing why there’s no amount you “should” be making and some tips to help you start being more intentional with your money.
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Join me this week for a slightly different episode than usual. I’m sharing some things about me that might be funny, weird, scary, awesome, or a downright turn-off! It’s so fun to show up in this way, so discover what really makes me tick, what I value, how I spend my time, and get to know me more.
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I’m talking to you about what it looked like to have my dream business for the first time ever this year. Discover why and how our business is different, the difference between how I used to show up and how I’m showing up now, and how you, too, can build a different kind of seven-figure business.
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This week, I’m giving you a twist on gratitude, a different way to think about it, and showing you how to make a shift in your own gratitude practice. Hear the shift that has been huge in my own gratitude practice and how you can start thinking about gratitude differently in your life. Get ready for a gamechanger, friends, this episode is a good one.
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This week, hear from my team about how we’ve implemented our company values. Find out how these incredible women have helped shape my business, the importance of things like trust, support, and honest, direct communication, and their experiences of working as part of a company driven by its values.
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This week, I'm diving into the problem with company values and showing you what to do if your company values aren’t quite right. The more you understand what you value, the more your customers and clients will too, so I’m showing you how to get clear on your company values and implement them in the day-to-day operations and decision-making in your business.
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Have you dreamed of writing a book but aren’t sure what the process entails? Have you ever wondered where to start when it comes to getting published and landing a book deal? Tune in this week to hear Shira’s journey of writing her book and getting published. Shira shares her tips and advice for anybody looking to write and publish their own book, and where to start if you are looking to land a book deal.
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In this replay of episode 70, I’m showing you how to analyze the way you spend your days and sharing a 4-step process to help you design your days in alignment with your overall goals and priorities. I’m sharing the process I use to design my days and therefore my life, and sharing the key to feeling great and creating a life you truly want.
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Discover how to listen to your negative emotions in a way that helps you live a more enjoyable life, even during the difficult times. I’m sharing why life is supposed to be a 50-50 balance of positive and negative, and what you can do to start embracing that balance in your own life.
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Do you really know what you want? And even if you do, are you willing to get out of your own way so you can start working towards those things?
Kara Gaisie is an expert on this work, and she told me so many things that I really needed to be reminded of, so tune in this week because there is so much value in this conversation. We’re discussing how to sell yourself on what you really want, getting out of your own way, doing the work, and having gratitude for the process.
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When it comes to running a business, you have to get comfortable with money and not be afraid to earn and spend it. So this week, we’re getting clear, direct, and honest about exactly what it looks like to have these money conversations with your clients. Lori Paranjape joins me again for part 2 of our conversation, and we’re having the official money talk.
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Find out what the biggest mistakes that designers can make in their businesses are and how to avoid them. Lori shares some of the mistakes has made in her extremely successful business, what she’s learned from them, and why it is so important to take responsibility for the mistakes you make. Discover the importance of being transparent and upfront with clients – especially about money – and hear some of Lori’s best advice for new designers.
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Have you ever wondered how to get publicity for your business but aren’t sure where to start? Tune in this week to hear how to use publicity to get your message out there, elevate your brand, and be seen as a thought leader in your industry. Lynya shares the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make when pitching to the media, how to match your publicity with your messaging and some tips for getting starting working with the media.
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I’m breaking down my journey with weight loss and learning to love my body, and the mindset changes I have implemented to get to where I am today. All bodies should be celebrated all of the time, so I’m showing you why we need to stop thinking it’s OK to judge our own and other people’s bodies and teaching you how to learn to love your body whatever that looks like for you right now.
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I’m sharing why the way we as a culture think about selling, making, and talking about money is a problem, and why it is so important for women to talk about this topic. I’m showing you how to check your mindset around money and question why you think about it the way you do, and start to think differently so you, too, can break the stigma around women wanting and making money.
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I’m sharing why external validation isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be and why it might be the thing keeping you from the life and business you dream of. I’m showing you how to stop delegating your happiness to external sources and showing you what to do instead to live by your real values, create success and achieve your goals.
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I told you last week that this week’s episode would also be a little wooand I was not lying, friends! Hear how Laura’s work has helped demystify intuition and bring it into the mainstream. We’re showing you how to trust your gut and handle a crisis, and how to understand your intuition on a different level and use it to access a different version of your life.
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This week, hear what human design is and how Lauren uses it to help people build their businesses. Learn about the five types of Human Design and find out what type you are, and understand how aligning with your design can completely change your life.
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Hear the incredible shifts Marina has experienced in her life and business which she attributes significantly to the Design You program. She shares everything she has learned from the program that has helped her business thrive, and how she is now making three times more money in her business while being the happiest she’s ever been in her life. It's such an exciting episode, friends, don't miss it!
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I’m sharing three questions that could be keeping you stuck and how to change the stories you're telling yourself surrounding them. Discover why asking the wrong questions will never lead you to the results you want, and the one question you should be asking instead to create the business you want and deserve.
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I'm discussing the importance of accountability and sharing a different way of approaching your goals. There are two reasons you aren’t getting results in your life, and by hearing what they are this week, you’ll be able to stop waiting for someone else to show you how it’s done. Get ready friends, what I’m going to tell you today may just blow your mind!
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Hear from Jill Kalman, Rebecca Ward, Renée Biery, and Liz Toombs about their experiences of creating digital courses, services, and scalable products and how they have implemented what they learned from the Design You membership into their businesses. Find out why having a niche is vital in your business and how to be brave enough to put yourself out there to people who need it most.
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Jen shares the 5 principles of building a master brand and shows us how to use them to become a successful entrepreneur. Learn how to view challenges as opportunities for tremendous growth, and why when you know and live by your values, you’ll always make the best decision in your life and business. It’s a note-taking episode, friends, don't miss it!
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Rochelle shares how she built her business and her perspective and philosophies as a plus-size woman in the fashion industry. She shares what she loves most about being an influencer, the importance of being comfortable in your own skin, and why what you weigh has nothing to do with your worth as a person.
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Mory and I discuss the importance of being vulnerable in your business and how the fear of cancel culture could be making you show up less authentically. We have a responsibility to show up in an honest way, and doing the deeper work is crucial. Mory shows us how to be truly vulnerable in a way that a leader should, and how to have the courage to listen to your inner calling.
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Discover how our dreams provide us with a way to experience different versions of ourselves, and how to let go of what’s holding you back from dreaming fully. Teneshia shares what it means to fight for your dream and how to overcome obstacles to take action and make your dreams a reality. If you’re ready to be committed to your dream for the long term, no matter what, you’re going to love today’s episode!
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Hear my conversation with David all about the history of design-build and architecture, and why it’s so important for those of us in the industry to know it. Learn why the connection between designer and builder is so important, why it’s been missing, and how to take this knowledge into your next project. Get ready to have your mind blown like mine was from what David is sharing today!
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Nicole Fulton, Lori Fischer, and Melanie Coddington are sharing the shifts they’ve seen in their businesses since joining the membership. Hear their a-ha!moments, what they love about the membership and the differences in where they are now versus before they joined the program. There's nothing like hearing from real-life people, and I know you'll find this episode inspiring.
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I'm sharing how I integrated my values at a foundational level to create a sustainable, joyful, fulfilling way of doing business and how you can create the necessary shifts to start working differently in yours. If you’re ready to get off the hustle bus, stop rewarding overworking culture and start working in alignment with your values, I’m sharing three shifts you need to make to take the first step.
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Tune in for some great insight, solutions, and practices you can put in place to increase your self-worth and know your own value. Discover the reason you may be procrastinating, why you need to stop comparing yourself to other people, and how to start prioritizing your own needs to achieve your goals. Grab your notepad friends, there’s so much to take in in this episode!
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Find out what exactly a launch is and what you can expect when you launch your product or service. Launches are a great way to promote your offering - whether it's for groups or one-on-one services - and Tasha is sharing some advice for somebody new to launching as well as a three-step process to help you create a successful launch. If you don’t know where to start when it comes to launches, Tasha has your back!
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Find out how Beth developed her self-awareness and realized the importance of prioritizing yourself and setting boundaries in your life and business. We share some awesome tips for putting yourself first, becoming aware of what you need to be your best self, and we show you how to use this knowledge to show up sustainably day after day. I love this conversation and I know you will too!
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Listen in for an inspiring conversation about leaning into your earning potential and creating more money in your life. Rachel shares how we, as women, can be doing better when it comes to managing our finances, and how to make million-dollar decisions in your life and business. Choosing to invest in yourself is the most important thing you can do, friends, and you’ll learn how in this week’s episode!
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Listen in this week and hear the fascinating trajectory Joy has taken in her life and business and her experiences working with incredible design firms across the world. Joy shares what it’s like constantly working across multiple time zones, what it takes to run a thriving interior design business, and why there’s no express lane in your career; you have to work for what you want.
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Join us this week and hear how Priority VA matches executive assistants to CEOs and business owners, and why being real about who you are will attract team members that are aligned with your needs. We discuss the importance of being authentic and why getting help in your business creates space for you to do the work you love.
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Join us this week as we define what it truly means to grow and scale a business, and hear why Diane decided to keep her business small. We share some tips for growing your business without scaling and explore why more money isn’t always the ultimate goal, especially if it’s at the expense of other things. Get ready to get excited by what’s possible in your business, friends!
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Listen in today for my conversation with Susan Hyatt all about how she ditched perfectionism and patriarchy in favor of badass confidence and success. We dive into the effects diet culture has our confidence and our businesses, and how to channel our envy for other women into inspiration. This episode is jam-packed with truth bombs and mic-drop moments, you do not want to miss it!
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Join us this week as we discuss how to work through the bottleneck issue in your business and why bottlenecks, boundaries, and happiness are an inside job. Karen shares some second half of life wisdom and why it's important to start listening to your intuition. If you’re looking for more meaning in your life, friends, this episode could create some opportunity for you to explore that further!
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Listen in this week as Lauren and I discuss how to separate the CEO version from the employee version of ourselves and the thought work required to make big changes in your business. We discuss why it’s crucial to build the right foundations in your business if you want to grow and scale, and the importance of changing the barometer for perfectionism and releasing the standards we’re holding ourselves to.
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Join us this week to learn why diet culture is rooted in systems of oppression, and why all bodies, regardless of size, race, and gender, are worthy of dignity and respect. We discuss why body image is in the mind, not the mirror, and how you can dismantle diet culture in your life. If you want to give up dieting forever, make peace with your food and respect your body regardless of your size or shape, this is your episode.
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Join us this week as we discuss the benefits of having an abundance mindset and learning to trust yourself in your business. We discuss the importance of staying true to your values, and how to be courageous enough to listen to your intuition, show up authentically and best serve your ideal client. Get ready to think differently, friends, this episode is a good one!
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Tune in this week and discover why Kris thinks the world needs more female CEOs and what makes a great leader. We discuss the importance of laying solid foundations in your business, and how being strategic with your time, establishing a vision, and setting expectations can help you run a more effective business. Get out your notepad friends, there is a lot of gold in this episode!
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In this episode, we’re covering all things Instagram and social media and showing you why your worth is not defined by the number of followers you have. We discuss why entrepreneurship is inherently political and the importance of getting real and honest with yourself in your business. Get ready to start showing up authentically right now, y'all, this is a good one.
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Join us this week and discover how showing up authentically inspires others to do the same. Learn how to become the fully imperfect human being that you are truly meant to be and why you are so much more than what you do. This is such a needed conversation right now, friends. Are you ready to get real with yourself?
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Join us this week and learn how to create some order in your home – without getting rid of anything! Samantha Pregenzer is a professional organizer specializing in individualized solutions and systems for stressed-out moms and homeowners. We discuss the challenges faced when starting a business and show you how to make life easier and feel good about your space.
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Tune in this week to hear about Sahara’s inspirational journey, and learn how to reconnect with your soul and live on purpose. We discuss the importance of trusting your unique intuitive process and show you how you can open yourself up to what is meant for you so you can live a more fulfilled life. Get ready to be inspired, friends, this is such a great episode!
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Join us this week for a fascinating discussion about the importance of rest, self-compassion, and paying attention to your heart’s desires. Discover what isn’t working for you in your life and how you can change it, and learn how to use this year to create the most authentic version of yourself!
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Tune in this week to discover how Timothy learned to appreciate his own worth and stop being a prisoner in his own life. He is an inspirational example of what’s possible when you stop holding yourself back and his story will show you how to get out of your own way, appreciate all of your greatness, and open yourself up to amazing things.
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Tune in this week as we discuss the importance of experimenting and being willing to fail in your business, and the key to working effectively with your team. Melanie tells us how she took a step back from the day-to-day operations to generate multiple revenue streams, and how to set up your business to run effectively without you on the forefront. Get ready to be inspired to create a business you love in 2021!
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Tune in this week as we hear about Wendy’s inspiring journey to entrepreneurship and the importance of being willing to take action without knowing all the steps or where you will end up. We discuss the importance of learning to think differently and why the more risks you take, the more creative you’ll become.
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In the final episode of 2020, I’m sharing my chosen word for 2021, along with the reasons I’ve chosen it and what it means for my business and personal life in the year ahead. I’m showing you why everything you want for yourself for 2021 and beyond is within, you simply need to delve deep and find it, and why harnessing your inner wisdom and intuition will enable you to get the life you truly want. If you’re feeling apprehensive or fearful about 2021, this episode is for you.
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Join me this week as I share my biggest takeaways from 2020, and discuss how I’ve been deeply impacted by everything that’s happened this year. I’m sharing how the pandemic has reminded me of my priorities in life and business, and why I'm bidding farewell to 2020 with gratitude, and hoping for the privilege of being able to live the coming year in a better way.
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Tune into the podcast this week as Ryan Haddon and I discuss the effects of the unconscious mind, how to shift our perception to find gratitude in our life, and how to change the narrative we’re thinking and the reality we’re creating. We discuss how to stop thinking from a place of scarcity and start to think from abundance and why everybody has innate wisdom, purpose, and something to bring to the world.
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Join us on the podcast this week as we discuss all things finance. Learn the importance of budgeting, spending, managing money, and planning, and why a business that doesn’t financially support itself is not a business that’s enjoyable to run long term. We’re showing you how to make managing your finances part of your business that helps you grow, not hold you back. Get out your notepad, friends, we have a great episode for you today!
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Join me this week as I discuss the important work I’ve been doing with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Coach, Trudi Lebron, and the steps we’re taking to make the business accessible for all. I'm sharing some important resources to help you do this work yourself and showing you how to align your business with your core values. If you are interested in doing this work in your own company, you’ll be really excited about this episode!
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Join us on the podcast this week to learn how to become more in-tune with your values and why it takes intention to create the business you really want. We’re discussing why being successful doesn’t always have to feel difficult and why you can make your own rules based on what works for you. Remember, running your own business means that you can do it your way, and it can be fun!
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Tune in this week as we talk about the journey of creating a business and providing value for customers, and how to use your life experience in a way to serve others. We discuss the importance of mindset in creating a business and why it can often take a while to realize that the path you’re on is the one you’re supposed to be on.
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Join me and Trudi Lebron if you’re interested in learning more about diversity and how to show up differently and make a stand in your business and life. We’re talking about politics, values, and making an impact, and sharing why it’s so important to have the courage to show up to do this essential work!
This is not an episode that has to mean you align with my politics, friends, nor is it an attack on anybody else’s politics; it’s for people who are interested in making a change and making sure all people, regardless of skin color, can have more opportunities and better life outcomes.
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This week, Thom Filicia and I discuss how the design industry is evolving and presenting incredible opportunities, and how to use these to create a stronger and more powerful profession. We discuss the importance of having a career in something you’re passionate about and why you can make your career in the business of design anything that you want it to be!
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Is your business doing as well as it could be? Are you maximizing leads and opportunities and investing as much as you should be? If not, this week’s guest may be just the person to help you! Interior designer Courtney McLeod is here to share some tips and tools she used to get her business off the ground and turn it into a thriving, profitable business. You don’t have to be a designer to benefit from this episode, the tools will serve you no matter what business you’re in!
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Join me and Krista St-Germain this week to learn more about what grief is, and why everybody’s experience with grief will be very different. We talk about why we should be kinder and less judgemental to ourselves and others, and why pain is part of the human experience but suffering is optional.
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Join us this week where we discuss all things mindset, and discover how to work through issues of self-judgment, self-criticism, and negativity. We discuss the importance of unconditional self-love and explain why the biggest expense in our lives and becoming better versions of ourselves is a lack of action. I feel so much better after this episode, friends, and I know you’ll find value in what we discuss.
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Join us on the podcast this week for a moving, inspiring discussion about Kia’s work and how it’s creating waves in the interior design industry. We’ll discuss why keeping people at the forefront of your business can earn you more money, and why empathy goes a long way when running a business. This lady is changing the world, friends, it’s such an honor to have her here today!
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Tune in this week for an inspiring interview where we’ll discuss how to find a niche and work with it to grow and scale your business. We’ll discuss why taking a leap of faith is the best thing you can do, and why going with your gut can enable you to create a business that you love. Are you ready to get out there yourself, but don’t know where to start? This episode is for you!
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Tune in this week as Lynne Niehaus and I talk about the connection between interior design and personal development and how moms can work together with their daughters to understand each other better. We’ll discuss the importance of our kids’ mental health, and why we should all be more open with our children and listen to what they have to say. If you’re a parent of young girls, you’ll take a lot away from this episode!
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Join us on the podcast this week where we’ll discuss the importance of mindset work and why changing the way you think can lead to you taking actions that can improve your life. We’ll talk about the importance of self-compassion and listen to a real-life inspiring story of how Gwen used a shift in mindset to change her life. This is such a moving episode for you – sit back and enjoy!
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Tune in this week where we’ll discuss the importance of connection, personality, and authenticity in email marketing. We’ll learn how making one small mindset shift can unlock a world of opportunity and why we should be enjoying the benefits of having a smaller mailing list, rather than dismissing them. We need to sign up for the journey, not the destination, and there's nothing wrong with starting small.
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Tune in this week to learn why problems with capacity might be the reason things aren't working for you right now. We’ll discover six areas where we may have capacity issues and learn how to expand our capacity to enhance our lives. Each one of us has our own capacity code, and today’s episode will help you discover yours. This episode speaks to me on so many levels, and I know it will do the same for you!
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Tune in this week for a super interesting and meaningful episode, where we’ll discuss why so many people are doing deep internal work in the current circumstances. We’ll learn how to have the courage and dedication to transform ourselves into who we really are, and why going inward to take care of ourselves will enable us to start seeing the wonder in everything. Get out your journal – you’re going to think differently after this episode!
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Tune in this week with an open mind to consider the ways your current environment may be affecting you and how you can apply the principles of Feng Shui to create a more clutter-free, organized home. Discover the science behind energy, and why clearing out what you don’t need and only keeping what you do can create space for more health, wealth, and abundance in your life. If you want to know how to use energy to attract great things, you won’t want to miss this episode!
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Join us this week where we’ll discuss all things hustle and why staying true to yourself is the only way to thrive. We’ll explain why you need to be willing to get uncomfortable in life in order to grow, and why creating white space in our lives is the only way to pick up the path to contentment. Success is often right in front of us, we just need to make the time to see it. Inspiring is an understatement – you’re going to love this episode!
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Tune in this week for a super interesting discussion about the alter ego concept and find out how well-known leaders like Martin Luther King Jr have used it in their own lives. We’ll discuss why using creative imagination can break the boundaries we set for ourselves, and how embodying the superhero mindset can work wonders. Are you ready to design a life where you show up differently?
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Tune in this week for a refreshingly honest episode where we’ll discuss why we need to stop minimizing what’s not OK and start living more truthfully. We’ll talk about how to maximize this one life we’re living and share some questions to ask yourself if you want to start living a better, more aligned life. If you show up in the right way, everything else will show up exactly how it’s supposed to. Get out your notepad – you’re going to want to take notes on this one!
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Join me and Lana on the podcast this week where we’ll discuss why setting goals and learning from the journey to achieving them is the key to fulfillment. We’ll learn about the importance of taking inspired action and how moving away from a place of being stuck can open a world of possibilities. Are you ready to see what’s possible for you? You’ll have a whole other concept of manifesting after this episode!
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Join us this week where we’ll discover how getting clear on her purpose and adapting her mindset enabled Emily Williams to create her dream business and a life that she loves. We’ll discuss why investing in yourself and making decisions from where you want to be, not where you currently are, is the key to creating your dream life. Remember, nothing changes unless something changes.
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Tune in this week as Laura and I talk about how to be more authentic and why self-promotion is essential in your business! We’ll show you how to get past the fear of annoying people with your promotion, and how to ensure you're always at the forefront of your potential clients’ minds. Grab a notepad, friends, it’s time to be your own best promoter and let the results take care of themselves!
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Tune in this week where Rachel and I will show you how to have a different relationship with your emotions and how to open up to your body and redefine the joy you’re looking for when you turn to alcohol. If you want to cultivate more pleasure in your life, grab a pen and paper because this is the episode for you!
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Tune in this week where we’ll have an honest discussion and discover why you get ahead when you are truthful. Gail shares her own experiences as a Black woman in the design industry and talks about the obstacles she faces in her day to day life, simply due to the color of her skin. Now, that's the reality for many people, that we don't always see.
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Tune in this week to find out how to plan effectively for your weight loss or business journey, and how to be willing to fail and learn from your experiences. Losing weight is easier than you think and all you need to get started is a willingness to keep going! If your rule is ‘don’t quit’, you’ll always move forward. Get your pen and paper ready, there’s so much wisdom in this episode!
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This week, I’ll share a range of resources to help you begin a lifetime of taking action and becoming anti-racist, too. I’ll divulge what actions and initiatives I’ll be taking in both my personal life and my business, and how I’ll be holding myself accountable. It’s time to amplify voices and talents and help create change.
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Tune in this week to hear how showing up for yourself and your business is crucial when creating a passive income stream. We’ll show you why polarising people isn’t necessarily a bad thing, and why people will always pay to learn what you know. If you’re willing to do whatever it takes to build it, there’s no reason you can’t succeed!
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Join us this week to hear a real-life account of how Amy grew her business while learning that success comes from within. She’ll show us how analyzing her thoughts and behaviors enabled her to expand her business, and how she sees the current circumstances as a gift rather than an inconvenience. Whatever stage of your business you’re at, I have no doubt you’ll be inspired by her story!
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Join me this week where I’ll tell you all about my initiative ‘Project Fail,’ and how I had to learn to fail in order to grow my business. Trust me - it did notcome easy! I’ll show you why being willing to fail teaches you to show up for yourself in a completely different way, and why you’re capable of anything you set your mind to. Get ready to change your life!
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Join international speaker, author, spiritual thought leader, and self-proclaimed ‘change junkie’ Monica Berg and me to hear why every single person can be anything that they want. We’ll discuss how to create positive changes in your life, and how to get out of your own way and achieve success.
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Join us this week to find out how exactly our devices are affecting us, and why we must create boundaries if we want to have a healthy relationship with technology. Lori explains why so many of us have become addicted without even realizing it, and why it’s important that we take control of our technology rather than letting it control us. That way, when the time finally comes to reconnect in person, we’ll be less engaged with our devices and more present with our loved ones!
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Join Stu McLaren and me this week as we discuss how to acknowledge and embrace the opportunities presented by the coronavirus, and how to create more stability and revenue that will stay in place long after the pandemic is over. We’ll reveal why you should take advantage of the gift of time right now, and consider what this time could make possible for you.
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In today’s episode, I’ll discuss why being a thought leader is different than being a service provider, and how you can use your skills and abilities to make a difference in the world. Join me as I show you how to transition your career and serve in a way you haven’t done before. You need to leave your comfort zone and guide your tribe, and I’m excited to show you how.
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Join Denise Duffield-Thomas and I this week to learn how, once we start thinking of money as an exchange of energy, we can shift into a mindset of abundance and attract more of it. By making incremental upgrades, we can lose that ‘starving artist’ mentality, and start to feel like a million dollars before we make the million dollars! We can all be millionaires, just by making a few changes in our lives. Tune in to find out how.
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Join us this week as Kate shares her wisdom around taking back control of your time and using the time you have intentionally. Her expertise in time management and productivity is going to help you get your schedule dialed in and help you use this time that’s suddenly landed in your lap for your highest and best benefit.
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In today’s bonus episode, I’m coming in with some tough love that I think many of us need to hear. I want you to take responsibility for how far your business has come, and realize that you could take it farther if you did the mindset work. Join me as I share the five things you can and should do to fix the root problems of your business.
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Discover new ways to be resilient, resourceful, and innovative in rapidly changing times. Jadah has built her businesses online, through recessions, and by loving on her audience, and I know that all of us, myself included, have so much to learn from her to create our dream lives and businesses.
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Join us this week as Sheri exemplifies what it really means to create and live your dream life. It’s never too late to make changes and reset your life towards a direction you want it to go in, and Sheri’s wisdom around this is going to open your eyes to all the opportunities that are available to you. You are in the driver’s seat and have all the power to change your life and choose happiness.
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Join me on this bonus episode as I offer up some ideas on how you can use this time of social distancing and self-quarantining to better your life in every way possible. Your business, health and wellness, and relationships, especially with your family, can thrive right now, and all you have to do is look at the situation through a different lens.
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Join us this week as Shira shares some really helpful tips on how to start living the life you dream of by clearing your stuff and creating more white space. Having a space that supports you and your goals can be absolutely transformational in every aspect of your life, at home and in business.
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I am so excited for you to learn as much as I have about the combination of science and architecture coming together in the realm of creativity and sparking new ideas. Donalds tips for designing your space to bring you more creativity are simple, common sense, and often zero cost too. Not only does it affect what you see visually, but you’ll mentally and emotionally feel the difference too.
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Natalie talks us through how to choose what you want the most over what you want in the moment, which is so crucial in becoming the person you want to be and having the results you most dream of in the long-term. We all give in and do the opposite of what we’ve decided prior, so this work might just be the key to the universe.
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Join me this week as I share the two types of failure that exist and the main differences between them. One needs to be avoided, and learning to consciously go after the other is the missing key to your success. You’re going to come up short on your expectations many times, but continuing on anyway is going to guarantee results that will blow your mind in the long-term.
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We all have that experience of wanting to make a certain amount of money, or losing weight, or finding the perfect partner, and then not feeling the way we thought we would when we got there. Jamie is talking us through how to cultivate the feelings you want to experience now, and why unless you do the necessary work on yourself, you’re going to have the same feelings and be the exact same person you are right now.
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Join us this week to learn why self-love is at the crux of self-care and why you need to make it a practice. Making self-care a habit is crucial, especially for us creatives, and practicing introspective self-care is what kept Angela from burning out. I know you’re going to love her because her tips are too simple not to implement and will have you showing up as your best self consistently.
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Trusting your passion and heart when you do anything is vital to being a leader and building a successful brand, and Amber is a great example of having done this.
Join us today for Amber’s incredible insight into the power of digging into your ‘why’ and how to make both your home and brand work for you.
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If you’re wondering why you’ve been working tirelessly but you’re still not hitting the goals you set in your business, this episode might just be what you need to hear. I’m sharing the different traits between employee mindset versus CEO mindset to help you identify if you might be staying in employee mindset and burning yourself out, and why doing these tasks could be affecting your bottom line.
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If you find that you have been a people-pleaser, a workaholic, or have had time management issues, it is likely something to do with the boundaries you have for yourself. My guest today is Nancy Levin, a life coach extraordinaire who specializes in boundaries. She has some brilliant insights about boundaries that are so often overlooked and I learned so much from this interview myself.
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Erin talks us through the importance of nourishing your relationship with yourself and how to integrate that with your goal setting practice. Erin is going to overhaul your whole perspective on how you might be keeping yourself stuck and reimagining not only your relationship with yourself but your bigger goals too.
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I usually always keep my word of the year in mind throughout the year, but this last year, while I made progress on my health and wellness, I’m not sure I hit my goal of time and financial freedom. I’m sharing why I don’t think it quite worked out in 2019, and how I’ve reflected on my results to see how I can continue to create freedom as I move forward.
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I’m sharing some highlights of what I’ve accomplished over the last decade, to inspire you and show you that your progress isn’t always a straight line all the way to the finish. Ups and downs are inevitable, and you might even feel like you’re off course for a lot of the way, but looking back using this practice will show you how to use this information to make 2020 and the years beyond exactly how you envision it.
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Listen in this week as I show you why kicking the starving artist mentality to the curb is so crucial to your success. I am on a mission to rewrite the story we creatives hold onto, and I’m giving you the tools to see that you can be a millionaire too.
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Jenny Shih is an expert in building one-on-one service-based online businesses. Listen in this week to learn what to avoid, what to look out for, and how you can create your own no-brainer bite-sized offer to get started in the online world.
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2020 and a new decade are just around the corner, friends, and I could not think of a more perfect time to start planning your future. In the midst of all the holiday stress, I’m going to show you how to tap into a future you could only dream of having and help you see that you can absolutely make it a reality.
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Join me on the podcast this week and discover some things about me and my year that I’ve been looking back on lately. This is a special one because we’re reaching into a new decade, so I plan on taking all of this stuff and using it to push me forward for the next 10 years to come.
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Join me this week as I share the reality of problems occurring in our lives and why you won’t ever get to that fictitious place we all wish was true, where we wouldn’t have any and we would be happy all the time. I’m sharing how I embrace the negative circumstances that happen in my life, and I hope practicing this gives you so much more ease and joy as we go into 2020 and all the years beyond.
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Sigrun is talking us through what she believes is the key to helping women feel empowered and have an impact on others, and ultimately go after their goals. She has grown her online business from zero to now multimillion dollars and growing evermore, and she’s generously sharing her insights on the mistakes she made early on in trying to create a scalable business.
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Selena's talking us through the importance of publicity for your business, and how to stand out in a bigger way to gain visibility for yourself using actionable steps. Her approach comes down to forming powerful and long-lasting relationships, and she's sharing her deep insight on how to connect with influencers and even become one, if that’s a goal of yours.
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If you feel like you can’t be successful because you’re not an extrovert like me, for example, or have a big presence or audience, Katya tells us the truth of what it takes to be an icon in your own right that I think will be super helpful to all of you. You are going to love absolutely everything she has to share with us, so tune in!
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If doing Facebook Lives has been on your radar for a while as a way to grow your reach and connect with more people, but you’re nervous about showing up on social media, you are going to absolutely love my guest on this week’s podcast. I have Molly Mahoney on to talk about the process she teaches to confidently use Facebook Live to create genuine, deep relationships, and scale those connections for your business.
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I have Elizabeth Rider on the podcast this week and we’re discussing her new book called The Health Habit, which you need to go out and grab if you’re ready to feel healthy without another crazy extreme diet or detox or plan that you’ll never be able to sustain. Elizabeth is a nutrition and wellness expert who teaches women how to be their most healthy and successful, and you are absolutely going to love her.
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Today, I’m unraveling the real reason we are unwilling to go after the things we say we want and why the feeling of discomfort can be so hard to move past. I’m sharing some tools that I hope will help you see that the feeling of discomfort is actually the path to success and that it’s nothing to freak out about, so you can finally take the steps towards your dreams.
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Lauren Liess is on the podcast to share her life and business story with us and you are going to absolutely love her. I need a serious kick in the butt after talking to her, and I know you’re going to dream bigger and want more than you ever thought was possible for you after listening to her too. Join us for an amazing conversation and I hope Lauren’s insights show you what it really takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
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If you’re a type-A person who finds it hard to let go of control, or believes suffering and working hard equals being successful, you need to read this book. Gabby takes us through some of the main messages she wants to convey and some practices that will help you surrender to guidance, for success in the long-term.
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If the idea of being able to take a month off your business completely unplugged, and not have your business fall apart, not have money stop rolling in, or have clients mad at you sounds impossible right now, this episode is for you. This could be the start of the most exciting transformation in your business ever.
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Whether it’s a business goal or a personal goal, there are a multitude of stories we tell ourselves to feel secure and safe where we’re at. Today, I’m breaking down some of the most common stories I’ve seen in other people, as well as stories I’ve told myself, to help you question if you are truly happy where you are or whether you need to break out of your shell.
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This week, I have Jason and John from Madcap Cottage on the podcast to share their insights on what it really takes to build the kind of empire they have, and how they’re looking forward into the future in such a fearless way. I am so inspired by their belief that limits simply don’t exist, and they are so open to possibilities that I hope it drives you to look for ways to expand your own business.
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Listen in this week as I share some of my recent realizations around this topic for me. If you find yourself in the same situation with any area of your life you’re wanting to better, I want you to know that you don’t have to “fall off the wagon” to get back on, or stay stuck in a repetitive cycle of trying to reach your goal.
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This week, I want you to start checking in to see where your beliefs about what is possible in your life are holding you back. If you're not getting what you want in life, it's because you're making a choice. Seriously friends, ask the right questions and the clarity you'll experience is mind-boggling.
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Sandra's divulging what it really takes to build the life and business you want and how your mindset is key to get you there. She's sharing why she has such an abundant mindset when it comes to the design industry and how she thinks it'll benefit everyone to practice this type of mentality. We're also covering everything from ideal clients or "whales," to pricing structures and charging what your services are worth.
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The argument I hear most commonly for not wanting to delegate tasks in your business - and I've been guilty of this in the past too - is that you're the best person to do it, or maybe you don't have the time and money to train someone else. What I'm sharing with you today are 10 key steps to ensure that when you do delegate, it's going to be done right every time and your business is going to thrive.
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This week, I'm shedding some light on why exactly it is we give up on our goals and self-sabotage our own progress when we're going after something. You've got to put the work in to stop quitting on yourself, and I'm outlining the steps for you here today.
The hard truth is that we're just not willing to do the work that's required to get to our end goal, but don't fret. I'm sharing a practice that James Clear talks about in his book to help you reverse engineer the results you want. I'm definitely seeing huge shifts in my own life by practicing this tool, so I hope you enjoy it.
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Today, I'm sharing the practice that I use to land where I want with my goals, whether it's in my business, my health and wellness, or my relationships.
I am constantly assessing my days to see if I'm fully aligned with my goals, and this has been a crucial factor in my success. This is one of the key tools that has helped me create more health, wealth, and joy in my life, so I urge you to give it a try, to finally feel good and joyful about whatever your goals may be.
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The idea of hustling can be very conflicting and confusing, but it is necessary in some capacity to build a successful business. But also, how much is too much? Here is where I give you five key steps that will help you hustle the right way, to ensure all your effort and hard work pays off.
Practicing these five steps will help you focus on hustling in all the right places, where you can make the most money and impact, and at the same time say no and delegate the other elements of your business to others so you can live a life you love.
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I've got my buddy Scot Meacham Wood on the show, and I'm so excited for you to listen in because I know his story is going to inspire all of you to go after your dream life and business.
If you're unsure whether to go after a project or idea because you just don't know how to go about it, or if you even should, I'm so excited for Scot's story today to give you that little push forward because if he can do it, you can do it too.
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I live in such a digital world with tons of cool online services and apps that help me and my team get so much done in my business. I couldn't ever imagine going back to not having them in my toolbox, and today I'm giving you a big old list of absolutely everything that I use. From tools in my interior design business, my podcast, webinars, social media, to online courses, and even just personal apps I use to make my busy schedule more manageable, it's all here today.
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Listen in this week as I combine all of my passions into one exciting episode and dive into how you can design your home to accelerate your success. I hope you take away some tips from today and start to design your spaces to accommodate and promote activities that will help you be your best, most healthy, and the happiest you've ever been.
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Christopher is an interior designer who successfully spearheads The Christopher Kennedy Compound, he is the author of two books, runs his retail shop in Palm Springs, and the list goes on. He's sharing so many truth bombs about our industry and nuggets of information. I know all of you have so many questions, ranging from the ins and outs of running show houses, licensing, writing a book, having product lines, and this conversation will give you the perfect insight into the industry.
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Tune in this week as I explore a concept that is so crucial in any area of your life where you're chasing a goal. Just being 99% committed isn't enough, and no, that's not me being drastic and extreme. Developing this key mindset is going to help you thrive, so I hope you listen in and implement some of what I'm sharing with you!
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My friend Stacy Kunstel joins me today and she's got so much goodness to share. Stacy wears many hats as a multi-faceted storyteller, stylist, writer, editor, co-creator of Dunes and Duchess, and so much more. Her insight on the publishing industry today and perspective on the importance of having a point of view and ability to tell a story is going to be so useful in thinking about how to market yourself in a broken industry.
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What I'm addressing on the podcast today is a way for you to be comfortable with your finances, so that you can fully take advantage and make the kind of profit you've always dreamt of. Listen in this week if you're ready to start deliberately taking the kind of actions that will make your business profitable! Having the right kind of structures and systems in place is going to transform your finances, and I'm giving you the lowdown today.
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As an extrovert myself, hearing Rachel's thoughts have definitely given me a new perspective and a deeper understanding of the other side of the spectrum, and I know all of you are going to love it. Join us to hear some amazing insights from Rachel on how she runs her super successful business and her tips on managing a presence on social media as an introvert, as well as the difficult lessons she's learned along the way!
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I love being an entrepreneur, and I love thinking about how I can make money even while I sleep. There's a lot of resistance, especially in the design industry about taking your business online, but it was the biggest game-changer I've experienced in my business in the last 10 years, and I'm breaking down everything you need to know about this business model to get you on board.
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Whitney shares some great entrepreneurial tips, and I quiz her on the challenges of being in business and the process of harnessing vulnerability to connect with her audience. Our conversation is packed full of great nuggets and she brings such a different perspective to the table so I know you're going to enjoy this as much as I did.
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This week, I'm sharing the dirty little secrets of the design industry and of running a design business. It's the stuff nobody ever talks about, and it's the reason I believe everyone is so exhausted all the time. My goal here is to get people talking about these broken business models to help curb the exhaustion so you can actually make money in your business.
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Rebekah is a network marketing professional and social media strategist, and she's a true powerhouse of a woman. One of her specialties lies in social media, so we delve into the intricacies of how she got started and the mindset behind her presence on Instagram. She's a pro at balancing motherhood and family with work and she's sharing how she does it all on the podcast today.
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These 10 things I've learned so far have really transformed everything for me in the best way possible, and I know they're going to impact the way you show up for yourself so that you end up with the results you really want in your life and business. Being creatives and entrepreneurs can be tough at times, and I'm going to help you plan the path to your goals.
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We often see the highlight reel of influencers and creatives on Instagram, but my chat with Denise really focused on behind the scenes - the hard parts of being a businesswoman. A question I get all the time is about how I do it all, running a business whilst maintaining balance, and I quiz Denise on how she runs her life so successfully.
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Tune in as I delve into time management and give you an outline of how I manage my schedule for the ultimate work-life balance that brings me so much joy. Believe it or not, you can get everything you prioritize done simply by planning your calendar like a pro.
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I quiz Brian on his journey as an interior designer, his thoughts on how far our industry has come, and the changes he has seen along the way. He's quite the speaker and has an infectious, hilarious personality that he shares frequently on Instagram. We also delve into how he thinks about his social media content and how it affects his business, which is a great takeaway for anyone starting out.
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If you're working on being the best version of yourself, stepping up, and just putting yourself out there, this episode is for you. I'm sharing a story of how I got to where I am today and the hurdles I had to overcome to reach this place. It's time to shed the perfect façade of who you think you need to be and start creating your dream life.
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In the creative industry, I see way too many people, women especially, who hold themselves back from being the absolute best they can be without even knowing it. How? By being a perfectionist. Join me today as I explore the ways in which perfectionism zaps you of your creative juice to function and feel fulfilled in whatever you're doing. I'm also sharing how I've worked to get out of this mindset and how you can start practicing this too.
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Being fearless and taking big leaps by putting yourself out into the world and being visible to more people isn't an easy feat. We've got all sorts of crippling thoughts about how we might be judged or disliked and it can keep us hiding forever. Today, I'm showing you how you can strike the right balance of being positively vulnerable without over-sharing to attract and help your people in the best way possible.
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As women, we tell ourselves so many BS stories about why we can't afford to indulge in self-care; I'm bringing them up to the surface so you can address it in your life right now. Discover how you can implement self-care into your life with baby steps. The ultimate goal is to show up for yourself always and achieve the things you want in your life and business, and this is going to change the way you approach your wellness in the biggest possible way.
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I'm exploring how focusing too much energy on food can rob you of your joy and how you can build some awareness if this is happening for you. There might be underlying issues that exist if this sounds familiar to you, but don't stress because I'm going to guide you through this process with ease. Join me as I dive into how you can cultivate more joy in your life that doesn't stem from thinking about the food you're going to eat that day.
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Tune in to learn how you can address your cycle of urges, cravings, and buffering to get out once and for all to reach your goals for 2019. We all want to escape negative emotions, but I'm going to help you see how doing this has been creating a recipe for disaster in your life over and over again.
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Join me this week for a reality check as I dive into the three things that will drastically change your health and wellness forever. No more having it on your resolutions list for the new year. Let's get this done and dusted together once and for all!
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Tune in for a little bit of tough love on the podcast this week as I explore the reality of staying in our comfort zones. Don't fret though because I've got a process you can follow that will help you stay on that path towards your non-negotiable goal for 2019!
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Tune in this week to learn all about creating new habits and managing your schedule in a way that works for you! I've definitely discovered a lot so far this year, and I can't wait to see you succeed at your goals by implementing some of my learnings too!
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Delegating and letting go of control of certain things in your business or life can be really tricky, and our brain gives us lots of excuses for not doing it. What I'm exploring this week is how you can start to learn to do this to thrust your business forward in a way that you've never experienced before.
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Tune in for the lowdown on how to reach your goals in 2019 by changing how you might be thinking about your resolutions this year. I'm going to be reaching my optimal health and wellness this year for the LAST time and I hope these tips help you along your journey too!
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I'm sharing another ritual with you this week, and it's how I pick my word of the year. The new year is one of my most favorite times and picking a word to guide and motivate me to reach my goals and dreams is definitely a highlight. Not only am I giving you a taste of how previous words of the year have worked for me, but I'm giving you a detailed breakdown of how you can pick one that feels just right for you this year.
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It's so important to reflect and review your year because it's the best way to determine where you are currently, where you want to be, and who you need to be to get there. I'm sharing my process, which includes seven phases, to really cleanse and start on a clean slate for the new year!
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I receive so many great questions about business, trusting yourself, and burnout; I think my answers today will be super helpful to anyone who is working on improving their life or business. I'm also sharing how my program, Design You, has been created to combine business and mindset tools so that anyone can achieve the success they dream of.
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Tune in this week to learn how you can create a home that really supports you and your family. Try and implement all five suggestions that I'm sharing today, but even just embracing one of these tips is going to lead to fewer things standing between you and your dreams in the new year.
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It's been a little while since I've had a guest on the show, but today I have LuAnn Nigara, an amazing, savvy businesswoman who also happens to be in the design industry, on to talk about how to run a successful business! She's sharing literally everything you need to know about entrepreneurship in any creative industry.
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What I'm diving into today is all about practicing self-love and why we find it hard to do sometimes. I want you to see how your negative thoughts could be affecting your life and business, and how more love for yourself could positively affect everything.
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Tune in this week to learn everything you need to know about obstacle thoughts and how confirmation bias ties into this concept. Really understanding and practicing this is the way to create the life or business you've never been able to create in the past because you kept quitting.
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Join me on this episode to start strategizing your holiday season so you can have the best time without the worry of burnout or weight gain creeping in. You're going to hear me discuss everything from calendaring, how to keep good habits in check, to the benefits of self-care when you feel like there's just no time!
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I'm covering the topic of boundaries this week, which is so exciting and helpful once you understand how to use them effectively. You might think it involves confrontation, conflict, and drama, but it's really the opposite. I'm clarifying exactly what setting boundaries involves and the key steps to follow so they're working the way you want them to. Tune in for a super valuable episode where you can learn another tool to set yourself free from unnecessary mind drama!
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What I want to explore this week is the work I've done on myself around how I feel about other people and my expectations of them. I'll be sharing how you unknowingly have a "manual" for your relationships and why it can be so destructive. Tune in for a really eye-opening episode on relationships and how to have the most thriving ones in your life!
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We've been learning here on the podcast and in my coaching program, Design You, that an equation that involves our thoughts, feelings, and actions exists in everything we do, right? What I want to dive into today is why we blame others despite knowing this and why it's detrimental to our overall happiness and success. Tune in for a deeper understanding on how to recognize when you're blaming and how that feels in comparison to taking responsibility!
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You might not consider yourself a people pleaser, but I think it's fair to say part of our humanness involves wanting people to like us and caring what they think, right? I'm exploring why we let other people's opinions affect us in our decision-making and most importantly, how we can get out of it and why their opinions don't really matter
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Tapping into your negative feelings isn't quite as easy as it seems and I'm exploring the three ways we avoid doing it unconsciously most of the time. Tune in for the lowdown on our negative emotions! They're there 50% of the time, whether you like it or not, but after this episode, I hope you'll have learned some techniques on how to deal with them, boosting you forward in your life and business!
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The nature of business in all industries has changed over the years and is going to continue to do so well into the future. What I'll be going over this week is how to adapt to these changes so you and your business can not just stay afloat but thrive in these new opportunities. Join me as I explore six tips that I think would be super helpful to you so you can have the business and life that you truly desire in 2019 and beyond!
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Have you achieved your goals for 2018? If not, this podcast is for you because I want you to finish off 2018 strong. Tune in for a super valuable episode to help you finish 2018 off with a bang! I discuss a technique that shows you how you can map out every single step you can take to where you want to be, even if you don't know what the steps are! This is going to set you up for the best kind of business and life that you can dream of for the rest of the year!
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This week's topic is right at the top of the list of the most important, most valuable ways you can change your life. I'm going to be helping y'all with a little bit of an attitude adjustment today by exploring how we use our past, current, and future thinking to get the results we want. It's time to get busy getting rid of your belief systems so you can create some new results in your life!
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Chasing the idea of self-confidence can get pretty exhausting, especially if it's stopping you from going after what you truly desire. This episode is going to highlight how you might be thinking about confidence all wrong and how you might have fallen into the trap of the impostor syndrome. If you've had enough of feeling insecure or that your confidence is "fake" or a "charade," I've got you covered this week.
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Most of us would rather die than to consider ourselves victims. But let me just throw this out there: Is there anyone you spend a lot of time thinking negative thoughts about? If you do, that's your "villain." If you're still choosing to outsource your happiness to other people, this is going to be a little hard to swallow at first, but changing your mindset around this will impact your life for the better!
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Put on your big girl pants, we're going to emotionally adult today, ya'll! Join me today to find out what really makes people happy (or not) and how feelings really get hurt. This may be a little jarring at first but believe me, when you learn to be 100% responsible for your own happiness, and no one else's, your life will get better and better every day!
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This week on the podcast, I have a very special interview with a woman that has changed my life. She is a Certified Master Coach Suzy Rosenstein. Suzy specializes in helping people to reach their full potential and regret-proof their lives. I’m so lucky to have Suzy as my life and business coach and I cannot wait for y’all to hear the insights she’s given me on age, business, and money.
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If you're anything like me, you love your work but don't necessarily want to sacrifice everything else you value in order to be successful and make lots of money. Unfortunately, that's exactly what many of us do until we do the mindset work. It may seem a bit far-fetched or ridiculous to you at first but I promise, after this episode, you'll have the steps for creating an actionable plan to start making more money in less time.
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Whether you know it or not, your personal beliefs about money carry a lot of weight in your ability to earn and keep (have, not hoard) the amount of money you dream of. Your thoughts and fears about money can keep you in a scarcity mindset that affects not only your happiness but also your bottom line. Join me today as I share how you can notice your beliefs about money that are holding you back from receiving all that you deserve.
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Do you often think things like, "I don't have enough time," "I can't afford that," or "I have to?" Scarcity thoughts and the resulting actions or inactions come with huge costs. It's time to upgrade your thoughts, friends. Scarcity thinking equals suffering. Abundance thinking equals more ease and more joy. Listen in today to hear how you can identify scarcity thoughts and what to do about them.
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Most of us have stellar integrity when it comes to keeping our word to others: Our word means everything. We would never let anyone else down, right? So why do so many of us struggle, year after year, to keep our word to ourselves? Learn how to identify how you're benefitting from not following through on your commitments and the stepping stone to showing up for yourself in order to break the habit now!
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Join me as I share my 12 favorite takeaways from This Messy Magnificent Life by Geneen Roth and why I believe they are so important for all of us. When you’re trying to achieve those huge personal results in life or business, I don’t want you falling prey to numbing, okay? So as you listen to me go through the lessons, I want you to be really honest with yourself and ask how you can show up better for yourself today.
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I've realized through my work over the years that every time I'm not where I need to be it's always the same culprit holding me back: I've been making excuses. On this episode, I'm sharing my step-by-step process to move beyond being stuck in our old, less-than-ideal habits and behaviors and move towards the place we want to be in our life.
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Are you blaming your job, your spouse, your finances, or something else that is outside of your control for making you stuck? If you are, I have some tough news for you, friend: Changing a circumstance without doing the real work will only lead to the same frustration in a new surrounding. Join me today as I share how to question the thoughts that are keeping you stuck and why, no matter what you think about yourself, you're right.
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Massive action is absolutely necessary to get big results but few people actually take it. Why? Because they're missing the key elements of propelling that action: commitment, willpower, and discipline. This week, I show you how to lock in your compelling reason for why you're working so hard for your dreams, where willpower fits in, and how you can be a disciplined person... even if you don't think you can.
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Are you living the life you've always dreamt of? Are you waiting to have what you truly want in life? Do you even know what that is? This week, I highlight the three emotions that truly hold us back in our decision-making and how you can overcome them. Questioning what you believe to be true is the key to achieving your dreams, and I provide a set of questions you can ask yourself to do this!
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On the show this week, I have my friend and interior designer/feng shui expert, Amanda Gates! Amanda hosts the popular Home Energy Design Podcast, and she is the perfect example of somebody who is embodying authenticity and embracing her craft! We discussed everything from honing the zone of genius to how to deal with rejection, and why you should niche.
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Join me today and learn how you can use your time more effectively than ever - for the rest of this year and beyond! Stick with me here, friends, as this isn't your everyday podcast episode on time management. If you're ready to be in the driver's seat and stop being a victim of time, you're going to find incredible value in today's episode.
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This week, I am so excited to be bringing you my first ever guest on the podcast! Sarah Wittenbraker is a long-time friend, mompreneur, and an amazingly creative interior designer. On the show, Sarah addresses the day-to-day struggles I've seen so many women face as entrepreneurs, myself included, and how she tackled them to create the life of her absolute dreams.
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The internal drama that goes on in your mind tends to go unnoticed. While it's difficult to see the drama in ourselves, I'm here to help you identify it, break down why it happens, and give you a technique to change any negative thoughts you might be having about any situation! Tune in this week and answer an 11-question quiz I've created to help you establish if you're living in drama! Start practicing these tools to manage your mind and watch your business grow in abundance!
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Join me this week as I explore seven ways to think differently to drastically increase your financial results. These ideas are going to tackle some real mind management issues, and you might even have to go back to previous episodes to do the work, but conquering this concept is going to change your life forever!
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In this episode, I show you how to get into your zone of genius and explain how to work out if you are already there. I also teach you how to sustainably work in that place 80% of the time to create the most value you possibly can. Listen along and answer the questions I've put together to help you figure out how you can accelerate your track to freedom by honing your zone of genius right now!
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Will you have accomplished half of your goals for the year by the time we hit the mid-year mark? Or do you need to get serious? Today, I have something that can help you be more successful with your goals and, if you start using it right now, will make a big difference in you achieving everything you’ve set out for the second half of the year. What I’m talking about is the power of having just one goal at a time.
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This week, I’m calling all of us out on a habit that is not doing us any favors. And the first thing I want you to understand is that people-pleasing is completely optional. None of us are obliged or responsible to make other people happy. Listen in to learn how to challenge your people-pleasing behavior so you can stop doing it and find your own happiness.
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On today's episode, I am going to introduce you to the Model, a crazy practical tool designed by life coach genius Brooke Castillo to help us look at our circumstances, thoughts, feelings, actions, and results. In other words, it’s a way to look at our lives, and the results we are getting in our lives, and understand not only why we are getting those results, but how to change them.
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Learn how planning for space in your day can take you from uber-busy to someone who can sit without losing their mind... and help you be even more productive. I’m also sharing some ideas on how to use that newly freed-up time as a way to experience a more colorful and joyful life!
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On today's episode, we're going to dig into why we have a hard time saying no to busy, what we've made busy mean as a society, and how to shift from wearing busy as a badge of honor to defining your own rules for success. Before we can start adding in the good stuff, we have to make room for it. Let's get started!
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Welcome to the very first episode of The Design You Podcast! Today, I share my own story of going from an over-achieving workaholic to living my life intentionally. You’ll learn to identify the real reason behind why you’re pushing yourself so hard and the five most important things to know about creating a life on purpose.
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