The Simplifiers Podcast: Recent Episodes

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Raise your hand if you’ve been through a layoff. Keep your hand raised if you kept your job through it and are faced with the reality of attempting to rebuild the company culture after a massive layoff. You are what people call a “survivor” and my goodness, that’s a lot of pressure on your shoulders to help the organization recover, eh?

My all-star special guest today is culture lead and event planner, Daniel Stokes and he’s simplifying how to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff. Both Daniel and I have recently been through a layoff at a large organization and we come to the table with practical advice that you can begin to implement at your own company immediately.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Daniel Stokes and he’s simplifying how to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * What the very first step is that your HR or People & Culture team must take immediately after a layoff has been announced at your organization. * Why he believes that “culture repair is everyone’s job,” and not just the responsibility of HR. * Let’s face it - Trust is lost after a layoff… He talks about the ways that managers and senior leadership can work together to rebuild that trust with their workforce, one conversation at a time. * One major mistake that organizations tend to make after announcing a layoff that is a massive blunder. * How to create a safe space for employee listening (through forums, surveys, town halls), where employee feedback can be captured and then actioned upon. * …and ultimately, we implore everyone listening to this to consider one simple idea: instead of cutting People & Culture budgets after a layoff, what a better solution would be to improve employee engagement and rebuild company pride.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to rebuild your company’s culture after a layoff? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/386-how-to-rebuild-company-culture-after-a-massive-layoff---with-daniel-stokes-all-star

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Question: Ever find that when you’ve got a big, looming deadline, you’re doing everything else BUT the thing that’s due? “Oh, look at those dishes over there! Man, I should clean out this junk drawer. Hmm, wonder what’s happening over on Instagram?” Sound familiar?

My all-star special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop procrastinating and get it done. When your to-do list is a mile long and the things that you really, really want to do in work and life seem further and further away from reality, the secret might be found in 15-minutes a day. No really!

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop procrastinating and get it done. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * If you’re feeling any sort of frustration or overwhelm that is causing the procrastination, she recommends “The 15-Minute Method.” What it is and how it works. * What the typical excuses are that we tell ourselves that keep us from getting stuff done and how to squash them. * How The 15-Minute Method helps those with ADHD, neurospicy and highly creative people, especially when dealing with perfectionism. * How to tap into the “Alchemy of Effort” and why it helps us create momentum. * …and ultimately, for those with long COVID or chronic fatigue, how this advice can particularly help you to get things done.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stop procrastinating and get stuff done? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/385-how-to-stop-procrastinating-get-it-done---with-sam-bennett-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to calm your nerves, especially if you’re about to do something big in life. Maybe you’re about to take the stage and deliver a presentation… or maybe you’ve got to have a crucial conversation and want to get your point across calm, cool, collected and confident. I mean, there are so many times our emotions and anxiety get the best of us, so how do you get yourself centered? It has everything to do with your central nervous system and today’s episode is especially good to listen to 20-30 minutes before that big moment happens.

So, how does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to calm your nerves. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b156-how-to-calm-your-nerves-guided-visualization

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The seasons are changing and it’s time to (ever so slowly) re-emerge again after hibernation! Thank goodness. If you’ve felt like you’ve gone in a cave, either figuratively or creatively these last few months, this episode is especially for you.

My all-star special guest today is Carrie Contey, Ph.D. and she’s simplifying how to re-emerge after hibernation with grace. If you’ve been hit with a big, massive life change recently or maybe you’re in a creative funk and not sure how to snap out of it, Carrie shares her very best secrets that have helped her and her clients align, allow, and appreciate... so you can step into the next chapter of your life with confidence and ease.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Carrie Contey and she’s simplifying how to re-emerge after hibernation. In this episode, you will learn: * How to handle the uncertainties of life changes, big and small and what she learned along the way through a horrific storm, caring for her aging parents, plus working & traveling as a nomad * What it means to feel in “deep alignment with yourself” and how to do this in simple, simple ways * What the four pillars are when navigating change: + Clarify + Steady + Appreciate + Tend

• Why it’s important to clarify how you want to feel in life and what role writing and journaling can play in your re-emergence process
• What the “7-year Project” is that Carrie is currently creating… so exciting!

Carrie is one of my favorite people on the planet, hands down. She was on the podcast previously, simplifying what conscious parenting is all about and that one is still one of our top five most downloaded episodes to date!

Carrie Contey is a visionary, a creative spark, a bright light, and just an all-around lovely human. I hope you’ll find today’s conversation illuminating for your path of re-emergence ahead.

Q: Are you ready to re-emerge after hibernation? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/384-how-to-re-emerge-after-hibernation---with-carrie-contey-all-star

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Part of being a truly radiant person is to learn how to shine bright, yet without that pesky ego getting in the way. Many times you hear about people who “suck all the oxygen out of the room” or others who feel destined to be a wallflower forever. And in both scenarios, I find it fascinating that these are fear-based perceptions… Comparing yourself to others is the quickest way to dim your own light inside. So how do we avoid this fear loop and instead show up to life as our full, vibrant selves?

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright and reclaim your radiance. Her personal story battling with chronic pain, digestive issues, overworking and people pleasing is one that I’m sure many of us have grappled with at some point in our own lives.

The good news is… it doesn’t have to be your “forever story.” Sarah shows us a better way to do less and focus on the things in life that truly light you up… and as she puts it, she teaches us to remember the simple phrase of “let’s try easier” to help you lighten the load when things feel heavy, stressful or overwhelming. It seems that the secret to radiance is here, too.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Some insight into her childhood and how that affected her health as an adult - what she did to reverse the chronic pain and tackle the digestion issues once and for all
• What she means when she says “prune for progress” to reclaim your radiance and to truly live your purpose
• When we realize nothing is “good or bad” or “right or wrong” in life, how that simple, yet profound truth helps us shine brighter
• How to put an end to “people-pleasing” tendencies and focus more on doing the things that truly light you up first
• …and ultimately, she shares simple, practical tips that have helped her live with more grace, ease and flow both personally and professionally.

I am a firm believer that when we each do the inner work like this, tackling the deep-rooted identity anchors that we dropped down when we were a child that helped us understand who we are, how we show up and what roles we do (and don’t) play in the world… healing begins. Because as you uncover these subconscious beliefs and anchors, you begin to acknowledge them… work through them… and ultimately, decide if they are still serving you or not.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to shine bright? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/383-how-to-shine-bright---with-sarah-hagstrom-part-one---all-star

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Real talk time: Is your career where you want it to be? When you think of your career mobility (as in how one role opens up other opportunities down the line), are you satisfied with where you are now and where you are headed? If things have veered off course, let’s talk about it!

My all-star special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifying how to leverage your network to drive career mobility. Because, let’s face it… your greatest advocate is in fact, YOU. And that requires you to build strong working relationships (based on trust and respect) to help you get where you want to go next.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifying how to leverage your network to drive career mobility. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * When you’re feeling disengaged and unhappy at work, how to uncover the root cause. * In her words, “if you’re happy and you know it, think ahead.” What that means and how to do it simply. * What “self-authoring” means and how it might be holding you back. * What the 8 career narratives are that we should consider when crafting our own narrative of where you want to head next. * How to leverage your network to help you open doors of opportunities and equally, why it’s important for you to help open doors for others, as well. * … and ultimately, she shares her advice to the introverts of the world listening today who feel nervous about networking and making bold asks to people, in order to move their career along.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to leverage your network to drive your career mobility? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/382-how-to-leverage-your-network-to-drive-career-mobility---with-susan-collins-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to let it go. Whatever it is that you’re holding onto right now, today’s episode will help you release, process, and move on from here. Whether it’s a tough conversation that didn’t quite go the way you thought it would, a situation where you might have fumbled a bit, or a life change that has come unexpectedly… whatever is sitting on your heart right now that needs to be released, this one's for you.

So, how does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to let it go. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas to help your spirit feel refreshed once again… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b155-how-to-let-it-go-guided-visualization

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Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting once and for all? Lord knows, it doesn’t work but we get woo-ed by the bright, shiny object syndrome of magic pills and “5 steps to the body you desire” nonsense that’s shoved down our throats especially in these months leading up to summer. Enough. Let’s make a choice to try something different.

My all-star special guest today on this all-star episode is author Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting and instead, reclaim your wellness. She shares age-old practices from around the world that help us all lead a healthy, happy and beautiful life, regardless of our age, gender, ethnicity, income or social status. So, if you’re tired of bouncing from one doctor’s office to the next and packing on more prescription pills and pounds around the midsection than ever before… Jovanka shares a better way to create your own wellness journey that works specifically for you and your body.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is author + nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “wellness” is, especially in this day and age when fast food and instant gratification is slowly killing us all
• Have you noticed? Why people of color are rarely represented in the billion-dollar industry of health and wellness and how to make a positive change here
• What are some practical ways we can incorporate more plant-based whole foods into our meals, especially when we’re limited on time
• Why herbs are an important, secret weapon to healing and to a healthy lifestyle - as part of what she calls the Reclaiming Wellness Method
• …and ultimately, when people are ready to stop yo-yo dieting, she talks about the role that music and community plays in all of this.

How we treat our physical body, what we ingest, how we let stress affect our day-to-day living… all of it is a choice. And I think today’s conversation is another data point to show you and I that there is a different, more simpler and ultimately, BETTER way to live.

If we simply choose. We all have a choice. I hope that today’s episode will help bring you clarity as you decide how to get into a better relationship with your own body. And I hope it’ll empower you to take the leap, once and for all. Do yourself a favor and go ahead and hit that subscribe button now in your podcast player, so you don’t miss a thing.

I’ll say it again… The world doesn’t want you to know the simple fact that you’ve got everything you need right now in order to leap. You’re fully supported and while it may be super scary looking over the edge of the unknown… I’m here to whisper in your ear, “your inner circle has got you. Make a choice, do the thing!”

Q: Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/381-how-to-stop-yo-yo-dieting---with-jovanka-ciares-all-star

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Do you wish you could simplify your wardrobe a little bit? More importantly, when you open your closet, do you feel like you’ve got NOTHING to wear? Girl, I feel ya. If your personal style could use a bit of a refresh or you’re finding the task of getting dressed in the mornings totally tedious and borderline stressful, this one is for you!

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Jackson and she is sharing easy ways to simplify your wardrobe and personal style. Like it or not, how you feel in the outfit you wear today directly influences how you show up in the world… and especially, how people will perceive you.

So, it’s important to know that the clothes you wear today (even if you work from home and your cat is your only co-worker) will have an impact on how confident you are, if you hit your sales goals and how you #dothething. But here’s the good news… Sarah promises that (more than likely), you won’t need to go out and purchase loads and loads of new clothes to do it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sarah Jackson and she’s simplifying how to simplify your wardrobe & personal style. In this episode, you will learn: * Why it’s important to define your personal style through fashion and what you’ll gain along the way * How to begin to clarify what your personal style is - what questions she asks her personal styling clients that helps them find theirs * How to create a capsule wardrobe per season, so getting dressed in the mornings is a cinch * How to be strategic about what you where to certain work functions and what colors are best for certain situations (such as a sales pitch meeting, conferences, networking, or when you speak onstage) * What to do if your career evolves over time and how to evolve your personal style with it * How to shop more ethically and reduce the amount of “fast fashion” we all purchase and consume in the world

I loved this conversation because I know I’ve got a few outfits in my wardrobe that are guaranteed to make me feel like a million bucks when I wear them. This stuff works!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to simplify your wardrobe & personal style? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/380-how-to-simplify-your-wardrobe-personal-style---with-sarah-jackson-all-star

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What if you could tap into your Intuition to make better decisions… would you try? Many believe you decide with either your head, your heart or your gut… that deep, inner knowing when grappling with a situation. But what if you could better tune into that voice inside you to gain clearer insight and a solid path to follow in the months ahead?

My all-star special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. As we all gear up for back to school and saying goodbye to the summer break, I’m reaching back into the vault for some of my favorite conversations on the podcast that’ll help you simplify and feel empowered moving into the new season ahead.

So this week we are focusing on clarity and now more than ever, we need a guide to lead us through. Spoiler alert, that guide is YOU… and your deep, inner wisdom. Kim teaches us how to tune in to what your Intuition is trying to say.

My special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. We tackle all aspects of it, including: * How she defines “Radical Intuition” - what it is and isn’t, so you can identify your own Intuition and how it’s working in your life right now * Why your Intuition can help you become a better entrepreneur - in what ways can it help you with decision-making at work? * What the 4 types of Intuition are and how to harness and tap into them today in your daily decisions + The Healer - physical + The Sage - mindful + The Visionary - creative + The Mystic - transcendental

• It feels like we as humans are collectively waking up - she calls it the “Intuition Revolution” and her insight on what the next step is for all of us to rebuild and reimagine life as we know it
• …and ultimately, she shares some ways we could utilize our Intuition for better self-care, so that we can choose the next right step to finish the year strong.

Kim is an absolute delight and I loved chatting with her. She believes that the truth is within you and that when you surrender to it, you begin to own your inner power. Bottomline, radical change can be found when you are true to yourself… that’s where we gain deep insight.

And when we do that, we all rise together.

Q: Are you looking to make better decisions, personally and professionally? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/379-how-to-tap-into-your-intuition-to-make-better-decisions---with-kim-chestney-all-star

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Let’s talk about how to form new habits that stick. Okay, okay, I’m curious… raise your hand if you were totally fired up at the beginning of this month to start afresh, change your life, or maybe flip one or two bad habits into better ones? Yup, me too. Now, keep your hand raised if you stuck with it all?

Energetically, I just felt a ton of hands went down all around the world… woof, me too! I think if we step back and zoom out a bit, we’d see that there is so much more at play here then what we thought at first glance.

Why do we, as humans, seem to have a hard time setting and sticking with new habits? First off, let’s look at the data. Many studies have been done on New Year’s resolutions but let’s take a look at this one. John Norcross of the National Library of Medicine states that people typically have an 81% failure rate when it comes to their New Year’s resolutions.

81%!! That’s basically saying, 4 out of 5 people who set one don’t stick with them, but rather fall back into their old habits and patterns before they know it. But why is that?

Author James Clear (of Atomic Habits) has some ideas here… he believes there are 5 common mistakes that cause new habits to fail:

1. Trying to change everything at once
   1. Instead, try to pick one thing and do it well.
2. Starting with a habit that is too big
   1. It’s better to make this new habit super small and easy where you just can’t say no.
3. Seeking a result, not a ritual
   1. …meaning it’s better to focus on changing the behavior, not the outcome. So, to translate… if you’ve got a goal to read 20 books this year, you focus on the fact that you are now someone who reads a book for the last 10 minutes of your day, right before bed. Make sense?
4. Not changing your environment
   1. Rather, consider building an environment that promotes good habits. As James puts it… “it is nearly impossible to remain positive all of the time if you are constantly surrounded by negative people.”
5. Assuming small changes don’t add up.
   1. James suggests just trying to “get one percent better each day.” That’s it, simple.

Teeny tiny incremental behavior changes each and every day are the true way to get to where you want to go.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b154-how-to-form-new-habits-that-stick-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to spring clean your mind. Ahh yes, it’s that time of year when the daffodils are blooming once again, the winter ice is melting, and there’s an overwhelming urge (in my world, at least) to declutter my entire home. But what if we could do the same with our minds, releasing the things we no longer need anymore and making space, peace and creating a little bit of breathing room? Doesn’t that sound nice?

So, how does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to spring clean your mind. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas to help your spirit feel refreshed once again… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b153-how-to-spring-clean-your-mind-guided-visualization

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Okay, okay - raise your hand if you’ve heard us talking about how to create an effective sales funnel for YEARS now, but still haven’t made one that actually works for your business? Or maybe you’ve got a funnel, but you’ve never formally written it down and shared it with your team? No problem - this one is especially for you!

My special guest today is Dr J.J. Peterson of StoryBrand and he’s simplifying how to create a simple, effective sales funnel that drives sales. If this has been on your proverbial to-do list for like, ever and you never seem to get it done, my friend, everything you need is just ahead as J.J. breaks it all down for us. Bottomline, it’s simpler than you think to take immediate action and hit your sales numbers this month.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Dr. J.J. Peterson and he’s simplifying how to create a simple, effective sales funnel. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why every small business (big or small) needs to create a sales funnel and what stops most from doing it
• What the 5 components to an effective sales funnel are, built the StoryBrand way:
• Creating a one liner
• Launching a simple website
• Inviting people in with a lead generator
• Crafting an email sales campaign

• Crafting an email nurture campaign

• How to create a one-liner that catches your prospective client’s attention and intrigues them to want more information and take action - there are 3 parts:

• The problem
• The solution

• The results

• What the 7-step Story Grid is and how it plays into your sales funnel and email campaigns

• spoiler alert: you are NOT the hero of the story… your customers are

• …and ultimately, I asked him what he means by “not using bowling balls in your email campaigns” - why so many do this and what’s better to help convert prospects into paying clients.

Oh man, this episode is definitely one of my favorite conversations so far this season… I’ve loved StoryBrand and followed their work for years now. J.J., Donald Miller, and the team are whip-smart, funny, kind, and they truly know their stuff when it comes to sales and marketing. So, grab your journal and a pen… we cover a lot of ground on this one and I know it’ll help you make a sales breakthrough instantly if you follow the steps.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to create a simple, effective sales funnel? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/378-how-to-create-a-simple-effective-sales-funnel---with-dr-j-j-peterson-all-star

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Have you ever stepped back and thought about how similar the process is, of finding a job to buying a house? Like in nearly every single way - the parallels are eerie! So let’s talk about it…

My special guest today is global talent acquisition leader, Shannon Taylor and he’s simplifying why you should treat your job search like buying a house. Because if this simple (yet profound!) reframe helps you feel more empowered and better equipped, then I’m calling that a WIN.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Shannon Taylor and he’s simplifying why you should treat your job search like buying a house. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * His take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it seems so different this year. * He breaks down all the reasons why he draws comparisons between buying a house and finding your next job… + Turnover low, job supply low, demand high and getting the timing just right.

• Using this house buyer analogy, he talks about where job seekers can go to find the “hidden job market,” as in, the roles that are rarely publicized or have less competition

• These are called “off-market pocket listings” in real estate or jobs that might be outside of what you typically go for.

• How job seekers can make their “offer” the most compelling when applying for roles, so they land the interview.

• In job seeking (as also in buying a house), there’s a bit of serendipity and magic to it… How a job seeker can increase their chances of getting the stars to align in their job search.

Q: Are you ready to learn why you should treat your job search like buying a house? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/377-why-you-should-treat-your-job-search-like-buying-a-house---with-shannon-taylor-all-star

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Are you trying to figure out how to deal with menopause or curious if you’re on the brink of it all? Welp, friends… this one is for you!

My special guest today is author Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause. No matter if you’re at the beginning of it all and you’re starting to notice your period is getting irregular. Or your midsection resembles more of a rectangle than an hourglass (um, like me). Or maybe, you’re already knee deep in it all with hot flashes and more… we’re simplifying it all down for you, so you can make sense of it all.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first signs of perimenopause and menopause are that you need to be looking out for
• Your hormones will start to shift in your 40s and 50s… what are the basics you need to know and why working out longer and harder in the gym is NOT the answer to losing weight
• What intermittent fasting is and why it might be the right solution for those looking to recalibrate their hormones
• How does intermittent fasting work, is it safe and what the three phases of fasting are:
• Fast foundation
• Fast forward

• Fast forever

• …and ultimately, how to make sense of all the changes your body is going through without losing your mind along the way.

Disclaimer: speak to your primary care physician or doctor first.

There is so much mystery and confusion surrounding menopause and what’s (actually) happening in our bodies. As Dr. Jen Gunter says, “it’s like puberty, but in reverse!” I hope today’s conversation sheds some light on this subject that’ll help you prepare for menopause, start to recalibrate your hormones, and feel more in control of what your body and brain is needing the most during this stage of your life.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to deal with menopause with grace? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/376-how-to-deal-with-menopause---with-laurie-lewis-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to snap out of a funk. If you’re feeling beaten down, worn out, or like your energy vibration is hitting an all-time low, my hope is that today’s episode will help you stop, pause, hit the reset button, gain clarity, and come back to center once again.

How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to snap out of a funk. You’re here for a reason… to learn, to share, to grow, and to forgive. Remember to control what you can and release the rest. Persistence is a muscle that you’re training every single day when you pause, listen, grow… and then take positive action.

I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas to help your spirit feel refreshed once again… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b152-how-to-snap-out-of-a-funk-guided-visualization

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Today, we are talking all about how to improve your digestion. Are you feeling a bit bloated, and well, clogged up? Aha, this one's for you!

My all-star special guest today is Cool Beans co-founder Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. There’s nothing worse than having tummy aches and feeling like your body isn’t working right. Tyler believes that with a few simple shifts in what you eat, all of this could improve fairly quickly.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why focusing on your gut health and digestion is so (darn) important these days for whole body health and wellness
• What the big secret is behind beans as a superfood… and how to incorporate more beans into your meals, in a simple way
• How to have more food diversity in what you eat weekly and why so many people are going plant-based nowadays
• With new food innovation these days, there seem to be more plant-based choices in our grocery stores than ever before. How to avoid the “vegan junk food” craze and make better choices when grocery shopping
• …and ultimately, I asked him about his take on “The Carnivore Diet” (aka. only eating meat) that seems to be the latest fad and is it good for your body or not?

If you’ve been contemplating making a shift towards a plant-based diet or going vegetarian, you’ll definitely enjoy this conversation. And it might start small like doing “Meatless Monday” or taking the time to read the labels when you shop for groceries. Remember, you’re looking for items made from whole food, minimally processed ingredients. Less packaging and added chemicals/preservatives, more plants is best. You’ll find your brain fog disappears, the bloating melts away, and your skin is clearer. Yes, yes, and YES!

Q: Are you ready to improve your digestion? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/375-how-to-improve-your-digestion---with-tyler-mayoras-all-star

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When was the last time you felt like you were in flow state? You know, that feeling you get when time seems limitless, your creative juices and ideas are free flowing, and your energy is buzzing at a higher vibration. Has it felt like forever? Well if so, you’re going to love today’s conversation.

My special guest today is The Brain Guy - Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow. He believes in one simple truth: whatever you are looking to achieve in life, it’s your brain and your nervous system working together that control your life’s outcomes.

Therefore, when you tap into your subconscious mind (which accounts for 95% of your total brain processing), you unlock a higher intelligence that’ll help you quickly and easily transform stress, resolve trauma faster, and get back to thriving. So, more joy, satiated contentment, pleasure, and abundance on a deeper level… These are all the things you can experience when you get in the flow.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How he defines “flow state” and what’s actually happening in your brain when you’re “in the flow”
• What effect stress has on the brain and the body and how to spot it
• Athletes train to achieve “high performance” - he shares what he has learned whilst working with them, specifically with understanding the brain as the “control center” in conjunction with the nervous system

…and ultimately, he talks about the subconscious mind: what it is, how it works, and (finally) understanding that it is governing your actions and (in my words) your “1000 daily choices.” When you do, you can change your life for the better.

Bottomline, when we achieve flow state, our life is buzzing with possibility. I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you and look forward to hearing what you think about it all soon!

Q: Are you ready to get into the flow? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/374-how-to-get-into-the-flow---with-scott-robinson-all-star

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Are you ready to step up and be the CEO of your well-being? If last year taught us anything at all, it reminded us of how incredibly important it is to take good care of our body, mind, and spirit in order to stay grounded through big change. Self-care is no longer a “should” but a “must-have” priority to maintain your well-being as an entrepreneur.

My all-star special guest today is author Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. Like a CEO, you’re setting the vision for the year ahead, making calculated predictions that will hopefully pay off in the months to come and equally, making cuts where necessary. All of this requires a whole new vantage point on how you live your life and a possible shift in your mindset to level up.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What she learned while working as Steve Jobs’ executive assistant, inside the pressure cooker of Silicon Valley… how this brilliant person took great care of himself and equally grew the Apple brand simultaneously
• Her book is called “Pause. Breathe. Choose.” - we take a deep dive into all three sections and she defines what mindfulness could look like through a pandemic
• How to make better choices that will help us manage our stress and build resilience, using the ACE Method: acute, chronic, eustress
• …and ultimately, what the “3 P’s to well-being” are - pain, prana and purpose, understanding how we can tap into all three areas to our advantage, through our work. We also do a breathwork exercise together to build that prana life-force energy.

It was fascinating to hear her stories of working with Steve Jobs early on in her career, to really get an insider's peek into that world when Apple was booming.

And it certainly rings true for me… when I take good care of myself, get enough sleep, drink more water than coffee, move my body, take time to focus in on my breath, rest, reflect and prioritize it into my daily schedule, I become a better CEO for The Simplifiers. Opportunities (magically) open up and I achieve flow state for longer periods of time.

This is truly living a simplified, joy-filled life. And I hope today’s conversation sparks something new for you, as well.

Q: Are you ready to be the CEO of your well-being? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/373-how-to-be-the-ceo-of-your-well-being---with-naz-beheshti-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to let yourself rest when you’re sick. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to let yourself rest when you’re sick. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b151-how-to-let-yourself-rest-when-youre-sick-guided-visualization

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Q: Are you feeling run-down, exhausted, stressed, and wish you could boost your immune system? I don’t blame ya! Life is wacky right now and you might be feeling the effects of it all, physically and mentally.

My special guest today is Dr. Uma Naidoo and she’s simplifying how to boost your immune system. And surprisingly enough, it’s simpler than you think… Bottomline, when you understand how the foods you eat directly affects your brain, (which then affects every other aspect of your body), it’s a total game changer.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Dr. Uma Naidoo and she’s simplifying how to boost your immune system. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s so important to focus on boosting your immune system, especially now through a pandemic and through big, big change
• What she believes are the 5 key areas to better brain health, broken down in simple, easy-to-understand terms:
• neuro-oxidative stress
• neuro-inflammation
• neuro-plasticity
• emotional immunity

• the gut-brain connection

• The very best foods to embrace and which ones to avoid to build a stronger immune system

• How to adopt ACTUAL habit change - what does it take to make healthy changes stick?

• …and ultimately, what foods you should stock in your pantry to help cut brain fog, fatigue and stress.

I’m willing to bet you’ll learn at least a couple of new, simple things to try out after listening to this one. It’s just simple, small shifts that’ll stack up and help you get back to thriving over time. Enjoy!

Q: Are you struggling with your immune system or feeling low energy these days? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/372-how-to-boost-your-immune-system---with-dr-uma-naidoo-all-star

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Let’s talk about cooking, more specifically, let’s simplify how to cook lighter with your Instant Pot! It’s happened, I too have jumped on the bandwagon of cooking with an Instant Pot… and can I say, I LOVE IT. It makes batch cooking a cinch and the versatility of what you can make, my goodness, I feel like I’m just scratching the surface!

My all-star special guest today is celebrity cookbook author, Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot. While yes, you could make super gooey, creamy and decadent meals like mac-n-cheese in your Instant Pot, Jeffrey is also going to show us a way to lighten it all up, cooking to your specific eating lifestyle. Whether it’s Keto, Paleo, Gluten-free, or vegetarian and vegan, it’s all about eating wholesome, real food that raises your vibration rather than ones that sink you into a food coma and total brain fog… but here’s the caveat: he promises we won’t lose any of the flavor along the way.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For those just getting started using their Instant Pot, the 2-3 tips that would help you feel less intimidated, so you can get going with experimenting, playing and cooking food with it this week

• What “cooking lighter” looks like for him these days and which recipes he’s enjoying making right now, which might give you a few ideas on what to cook tonight

• Which must-have staples you need stocked in your pantry, specifically for pressure cooking
• Lawry’s seasoned salt
• beef, chicken, vegetable stock, specifically Better than Bouillon concentrated stock base
• dried beans (black, pinto, white beans)
• quinoa, rice (white, brown, wild), and farro

• herbs & spices - TIP: buy one new spice each week to build your pantry and experiment with new flavors!

• How to cook for kids or picky eaters with an Instant Pot - he shares his best advice for parents without much time to cook, but want happy bellies around the dinner table

• …and ultimately, he shared a little bit about his own wellness journey - what he wished he knew earlier on when it comes to eating lighter and maintaining his weight.

Q: Are you ready to cook lighter using an Instant Pot? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/371-how-to-cook-lighter-with-an-instant-pot---with-jeffrey-eisner-all-star

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to visualize a new path for your life. Something that I love doing with my coaching clients is to lead them through guided visualization exercises and the thought occurred to me, “why not do these on the podcast, as well?!” So in today’s mini episode, I’m going to lead you through a guided meditation and visualization that’s going to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to visualize a new path for your life. Gone are the days of looking outside yourself for a magic pill or a guru on a pedestal to fix us. This year, consider the simple idea that your Intuition knows. Your body knows. Your brain and your heart know. And it’s all waiting for you to simply ask, trust, and then decide to take daily, imperfect action by making Bold Asks.

To visualize a new path for your life, it’s just a matter of slowing down and listening to what your soul truly wants and where Source truly needs you next. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b150-how-to-visualize-a-new-path-for-your-life-all-star

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My all-star special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/370-how-to-sleep-better-at-night---with-shae-leonard-all-star

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Happy New Year, friends - to kick things off on the right foot, here’s how to create a vision board to help guide you in the year ahead. This has been a tool I’ve used for at least the last four years and let me tell you, it works! I create mine right at the beginning of the new year and it serves as a visual guide to help me remember what is most important in my life.

Let me explain… It's a visual representation of my core values, my desires, and my goals. Every single element I put on my vision board has been carefully picked to ensure it feels right… and it’s actually what I want to create in the year ahead.

As such, I wanted to share my top 5 tips on creating a vision board, so if you want to make one for yourself this year, it’ll be a simple process. Keep your focus on the Light and your chin up, trusting and believing in the process. Every artist goes through a “this sucks, this sucks, this is the worst, this is horrible, oh look it’s pretty cool” cycle when creating art. Even if you don’t identify as an artist yourself, you’re still going to (likely) go through that cycle too when creating your vision board. It’s a given… but it doesn’t define you. Rise above.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b149-how-to-create-a-vision-board-all-star

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Are you finding it harder and harder these days to stick to your boundaries? Whether it’s a lack of physical space at your house (hello, homeschooling)… or a lack of breathing room and space in your calendar, causing you to overwork, strive, and feel flustered with it all. Or maybe it’s a Boundary Destroyer in your life, which is a whole other ball of wax.

My all-star special guest today is psychotherapist Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries. In her book, Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free is a must-read for me and so many girlfriends of mine as we are looking to break free from the nonsense. And more importantly, live a more authentic, fulfilled life by mastering how we create and maintain healthy boundaries.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Through her research, what she found are some common myths that women believe when setting boundaries
• What the psychological aspect is behind why we DON’T set boundaries for ourselves? What’s happening, really?
• How to understand what your internal ‘Boundary Blueprint’ is and how to communicate our desired (more positive) boundaries are to other people
• In a work setting, what to do if you’re afraid you’ll be seen as a “bitch” or if you fear being fired by your client after you state your boundaries
• And ultimately, at home… what you must do when it’s a family member (a parent, spouse or child) who you cannot remove from your life entirely and you’re having to constantly state and restate your boundaries all the time?

Terri is a brilliant bright light in this field of study and she’s going to show us a better way of sticking to our boundaries. In our conversation today, you’ll gain a glimmer into her work, teaching each of us how to stop abandoning ourselves for the sake of others without guilt or drama. But rather, she shows us a way that healthy boundaries can help us gain better communication and better relationships… more satisfaction, abundance, and success. All of it is a result of doing the work, gaining clarity on our subconscious beliefs, and sticking to our boundaries.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stick to your boundaries better? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/369-how-to-stick-to-your-boundaries---with-terri-cole-all-star

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Do you want to have a clutter-free Christmas this year? Let’s face it… Christmas and the holiday season is here and there’s no stopping it now. For some, just the thought of all the to-do’s and hanging with the in-laws gives you the hives. For others, the frenzy is exhilarating but by December 27th, you always seem to come down with flu-like symptoms that (totally) flatten you for days. Raise your hand if any of this resonates. But what if this year was simpler? What if this year could be different? And to that, I say YES!

My all-star special guest today is author Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. With a bit of humor and a little sass, she’s written the book on almost every aspect of the holiday season, helping us decide what to keep, what to scrap, and how to not totally lose your mind along the way. Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what a “clutter-free” Christmas could look like, not only talking about the physical stuff but your schedule and your mental wellness
• Why we tend to get caught up in the holiday frenzy in the first place
• What a “Holiday Mission Statement” is and how to create one with your household
• How to apply 3 of the 21 projects from her book, ‘The Christmas Project Planner’ in to your life over the coming weeks in simple, practical ways, including:
• How to create your Christmas prep space with a “Magic Christmas Box”
• How to schedule your time for the holidays
• How to refresh yourself and carve out some YOU time

As with most all topics we simplify on the podcast, one core principle certainly rings true here:

It’s not about doing more, but actually doing less. When we release the white knuckle grip of control and perfectionism on our lives and learn to say “no, thank you” to the obligations, tasks and unnecessary to-do’s, we ultimately will find peace, joy and a heck of lot less anxiety. I encourage you to think about what you might let go of this year as you’re listening to our conversation ahead. Kathi is funny, irreverent, and my kind of girlfriend who’s saying “enough!” to the insanity and helping us all get back to the real reason for the season.

Q: Are you ready to have a clutter-free Christmas? If yes, this one is for you.It’s time to #DoTheThing! ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/368-how-to-have-a-clutter-free-christmas---with-kathi-lipp-all-star

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We are continuing our all-star season, bringing back some of my favorite conversations from the vaults of The Simplifiers Podcast and sharing them once again. I think that this one (which originally aired in June 2020) with author Nancy Levin fits so well inside the theme of “self-discipline” that we are exploring this month.

So, how do you set healthy boundaries in life, especially if you feel like yours get trampled on over and over again? In my mind, boundaries are in fact, one of the very best ways to cultivate self-discipline, helping you keep your eye on the prize of what you want most in life.

Therefore, it’s a delight to feature this all-episode once again. Through her books, Nancy helps overachieving people-pleasers learn to live life on their own terms. Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Nancy Levin and she’s simplifying how to set healthy boundaries. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why some women struggle to define and uphold their boundaries, personally or professionally
• How to begin the process of defining your boundaries by writing a “boundary script”
• What to do if you’re attempting to conquer codependent behaviors
• The steps to creating your own “boundary pyramid,” a simple tool to help you set healthy boundaries
• How to say ‘no’ effectively and stick with it

…and ultimately, understanding what your “bottom-line boundary” is and how to set it and communicate it with others, confidently.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out how to set healthy boundaries in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/367-how-to-set-healthy-boundaries---with-nancy-levin-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to keep calm during the holidays. It’s so easy to get caught up in the frenzy at this time of year. It feels like things are cranked to 11 no matter where you go, that it’s certainly counter-cultural to buck the system and to do something different. Remain calm, do less, stay present in the moment and choose a better way.

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of CALM for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. By tuning in, let’s intentionally slow down this month and focus inward

So to kick off the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to keep calm during the holidays. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b148-how-to-keep-calm-during-the-holidays-guided-visualization---all-star

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I’m willing to bet you’ve either heard someone mention “The 5 Love Languages” recently, or you’ve read the book, or you’ve given the book as a wedding gift to a beloved friend. This book has taken the world by storm, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list consistently since 2009!

My all-star guest, Dr Gary Chapman, shares his brilliant framework for understanding how people give and receive love and appreciation. Dr Gary Chapman is the author of The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts® and many other books.

In this episode, you will learn: * More about the 5 Love Languages: + Words of Affirmation + Quality Time + Receiving Gifts + Acts of Service + Physical Touch

• How you can tell which your primary love language is
• Why it’s important to ‘keep our love tank full’
• What couples can do when they are drifting apart
• What some couples believe about marriage and relationships that simply isn’t true
• How you can share the love languages with a partner who has a different belief system
• How you can apply these principles at work and in your family

Dr. Chapman is an absolute delight. He’s funny, down-to-earth and shares so much wisdom in this all-star episode recorded back in 2018. I hope it brings a smile to your face, and offers you a compass to help navigate tricky relationships this season.

I can only hope that I’ll be this bright, warm and full of sparkle at age 81 like he is.

DoTheThing. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/366-how-to-simplify-the-5-love-languages---with-dr-gary-chapman-all-star

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Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to make more time in life. Yes, please! Now more than ever, we need this… kids are going back-to-school, the world is reopening again, and we’re organizing our lives in a new way. It’s all about re-prioritizing your schedule and dusting off the routines that keep you thriving.

My special guest today is Nache Snow and she’s simplifying how to organize your life and make more time. We spoke in September 2020 and so much of what she shared back then is incredibly relevant to us all now. It’s time to get back to the basics, do less, and give ourselves permission to (truly) rest more to recharge and flip the script on productivity altogether.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Nache Snow and she’s simplifying how to organize your life + make more time. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• what’s working for her with time management through the pandemic and with life being so upside down this year
• how to take an inventory of where your time goes through this week ahead
• why batching your tasks will help you make more time in your life… here’s how to do it
• what happens every time you look back on your day and say, “that task took way longer than I expected!!?” - what’s going on there?
• …and ultimately, she shares the very best, practical tools she uses to help her stay accountable to her daily schedule and keep on track.

You’re doing a great job. Keep going... and remember what brings you joy and helps you remember who you are, deep down inside. Focus here first and when you make time for these experiences, your life expands exponentially as well.

Q: Are you looking to organize your life and make more time? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/365-how-to-organize-your-life-make-more-time---with-nache-snow-all-star

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Stepping back out into the world might require a supercharge of your self-confidence. Things are opening back up again (ever so slowly) and the world is finding its pace once again. But are you?

Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to supercharge your self-confidence featuring a recent conversation with author Kate Eckman. We spoke in April 2021 and that conversation really stuck in my mind for ages afterward. She believes that when we take good care of our inner world, our outer world takes care of itself. All of this is rooted in research-backed strategies in neuroscience and whole-person coaching, with a specific focus on all three parts equally: mind-body-spirit.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes we are prone to a lack of self-confidence these days, especially as women… What’s underneath it all, hidden away and keeping us from what we really want in life
• Society puts such an emphasis on our physical bodies, to lose weight and stay healthy… why she believes it’s time to focus on “shedding excess emotional and spiritual pounds” instead
• What “The Full Spirit Workout” is and the ten steps that’ll supercharge your self-confidence from the inside out:
• Stretch your comfort zone
• Lift yourself up
• Feel the burn
• Strengthen your core confidence
• Build your emotional muscles
• Boost your mental metabolism
• Step up your spiritual stamina
• Embrace your endorphins
• Rock the freedom freestyle

• Cool down with inner calm

• How to strengthen your core confidence through trust and the 5 Ps

• Presence
• Patience
• Purpose
• Preparation

• Practice

• …and ultimately, how to boost your “mental metabolism” to help you shift through any mindset blocks and help you see opportunities where you once saw insurmountable hurdles.

I’m so thrilled if this is the first time you’ve heard of Kate Eckman and her work because I’m willing to bet you’ll really resonate with her story and what she’s learned along the way.

If you’ve struggled with the feeling of “not enough-ness” in your work or life, my hope is that you find the answer to break free from that vicious cycle today. And more importantly, that you remember, the key to everything you desire and the ability to supercharge your self-confidence is actually within you right here, right now. It’s closer than you think…

Q: Are you ready to supercharge your self-confidence? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/364-how-to-supercharge-your-self-confidence---with-kate-eckman-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to calm your anxiety. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to calm your anxiety. Remember to control what you can and release the rest. Persistence is a muscle that you’re training every single day when you pause, listen, grow… and then take positive action.

I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas to help your spirit feel refreshed once again… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b147-how-to-calm-your-anxiety-guided-visualization

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Is there a whisper on your heart that is sparking you to reimagine your career path right now? Quite possibly, it’s wooing you to head in a different direction and make a career shift. Well, if that’s you, listen on.

My all-star special guest today is Misha Rubin and he’s simplifying how to reimagine your career path as the world reopens. If you’re feeling a bit stuck or stagnant in your current work… or faced with a fork in the road (should I stay or should I go), I know for a fact that “stuck-ness” can feel incredibly debilitating. The confusion, the stress, the worry - all of it is exhausting. So, if you’re in this space right now or curious if there’s something better for you out there, Misha helps to simplify it all down for you.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Misha Rubin and he’s simplifying how to reimagine your career path.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to define “meaningful, fulfilling work” in this day in age, post pandemic
• What 3 questions you must ask yourself when it comes to finding new opportunities that are within your grasp right now
• Where do I look for them?
• How do I recognize them?

• And how come I’m not pursuing them?

• If you’re considering a career leap, how to decide where and what to leap to next, no matter if it’s the decision to close/open a business, enter/exit corporate job or something else

• What the 4 pillars of ‘The Career Leap’ method are and how it all works
• Knowing (your) self
• Dismantling disempowering beliefs
• Having impactful communication, and

• Taking intentional actions

• …and ultimately, how to dismantle our disempowering beliefs of what’s possible next for your career and life ahead.

Q: Are you ready to reimagine your career path ahead? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/363-how-to-reimagine-your-career-path---with-misha-rubin-all-star

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If you’ve been in a rut lately, maybe it’s time to rewire your thinking patterns. Our brains are a fascinating thing… We are so quick to believe that our thoughts are all real. That what swirls in our brain is the truth that your entire perception of your life experience is built upon. But what if it isn't fully true?

My special all-star guest today is author Thomas Sterner and he’s simplifying how to rewire your thinking patterns. You’ll gain a better understanding of your conscious and unconscious thinking to open your mindset to new ways of perceiving what’s happening in your life and all around you.

Here’s how.

My special all-star guest today is Thomas Sterner and he’s simplifying how to rewire your thinking patterns. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why humans are “victims of automated thinking” vs realizing that we are the master creator of our thoughts. * How to better understand the language of your subconscious thoughts. * What “deliberate thinking” is and why he believes it can give us emotional freedom. * How to tell the difference between a reaction and a response. * …And ultimately, he shares a concept called “Heartmath” and how it can help you to effectively communicate with others.

When you peel back the layers of the onion, you realize that how you perceive what’s happening to you in your life is literally affecting every other aspect of how you move through life. Even the notion of “what’s happening TO you” vs “what’s happening FOR you” is one to take a moment to consider. Are you always on the defense, with your guard up and very rarely letting people (and opportunities) in?

Q: Are you ready to learn how to rewire your thinking patterns? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/362-how-to-rewire-your-thinking-patterns---with-thomas-sterner-all-star

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If you’re a recruiter and feeling like your job is changing at breakneck speeds… friend, today’s episode is for you. With AI on the rise, it’s time to learn how to leverage these new tools in a smart way to help you handle your workload.

My special guest today is talent acquisition expert Krista Tan of the Talent Collective and she’s simplifying how to be a better recruiter in the age of AI. Let’s face it… recruiters get a bad rep these days. With a tighter and tighter job market, an insane influx of talented candidates and applications… and not to mention, the not-so-great recruiters who ghost candidates. The good news is, AI can help.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Krista Tan and she’s simplifying how to be a better recruiter in the age of AI. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * How AI can help recruiters to save time, streamline tasks, and automate * What specific and very practical tasks that you can delegate to AI to become more productive * What you shouldn’t delegate to AI * The biggest mistake that people make when adopting new AI tools * …and ultimately, her predictions on where the talent acquisition industry is headed in the next 6-9 months and how to stay ahead of the curve.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be a better recruiter in the age of AI? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/361-how-to-be-a-better-recruiter-in-the-age-of-ai---with-krista-tan

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Raise your hand if you’re currently looking for a job right now? You might be curious… How do I get more recruiters to notice me? How do I elevate my credibility in my sector? Or maybe you’re wanting to speak at more industry conferences? How might you better achieve your professional goals this year?

Well, it’s time to rethink how you show up on LinkedIn... more specifically, how to stand out on this professional platform as a thought leader.

My special guest today is recruiter Haley ONeill and she’s simplifying how to stand out on LinkedIn. With over 109k followers at the time of recording this episode, Haley has solidified herself as one of LinkedIn’s top voices in Recruiting, which I can imagine, keeps her talent pipeline quite full when she’s hiring for new roles at Aescape. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, learn from Haley the very best insider secrets to elevate your personal brand on LinkedIn, get connected with others, and become a thought leader in your industry.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Haley ONeill and she’s simplifying how to stand out on LinkedIn. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why it’s important to have a personal brand presence on LinkedIn and how to define your WHY. * What the first, practical steps are after you define why you want to stand out on LinkedIn. * How to create content on LinkedIn that is simple and easy, helping to elevate your voice. * What advice she gives to those that are afraid of coming off as “bragging or boasting” when they post about their own achievements. * …and ultimately, how to measure your success with all the effort that will be necessary to stand out on LinkedIn. What metric matters the most?

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stand out on LinkedIn? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/360-how-to-stand-out-on-linkedin---with-haley-oneill

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: ask yourself, what is your body trying to tell you right now? How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in an all-star guided visualization exercise: what is your body trying to tell you right now? You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b146-what-is-your-body-trying-to-tell-you-right-now-guided-visualization---all-star

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Today, we are talking all about how to harness your inner power - what it is, how to tap into it and how it’ll help you gain more confidence no matter what situation you are in. And I mean, really… who doesn’t want more of that, right??!

My all-star special guest today is leadership coach Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. She advises businesses all around the world, training leaders to tap into their own source of personal power. Through this practice of understanding that “everything is energy” - her clients have gained confidence, learn how to show up with authenticity and as a result, they build and lead highly productive teams.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “inner power” is and is NOT - she busts the misconceptions some have about power and goes much deeper than surface level

• spoiler alert: authentic power is not about dominating others… it’s time to deprogram the patriarchy, friends!

• What she means by “acquiring energy eyes” in order to read the room and also read yourself, energetically and how you show up in a space

• One super simple, practical way you can harness your inner power when you are about to do something big and scary in your work, such as a big pitch meeting or having a tough conversation
• …and ultimately, what the difference is between your ego and your soul and how to communicate between the two for greater alignment and a foundation of inner strength.

This conversation was such a delight! And about halfway into it, she led me through an exercise where I needed to get a bit vulnerable and share a question I’ve had on my heart for a while now to gain deeper clarity in my own work trajectory…

I decided to leave this bit in because well, we’re all human and I hope seeing a little bit behind my “Wizard of Oz” curtain was of value to you, especially if you’re contemplating the same. Friends, we learn together and so, if you’re here now, it means you and I were put together in perfect, Divine timing. So, I hope this episode provides a fresh perspective for you, especially if you’ve been feeling a little stuck lately or have lost your mojo somewhere along the way.

Q: Are you ready to harness your inner power? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/359-how-to-harness-your-inner-power---with-wendy-c-williams-all-star

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Here’s another all-star episode that I love so much and wanted to share with you today. As we round out this month's theme of “self-discipline” I think this topic is the perfect one to help us bring it all home.

Today, we are talking all about how to finish that next big project… no, really. Done, finished, tick it off the list, stick a fork in it, and be DONE. But the problem is… most projects we start, we never finish them! Why is that??!

My special guest today is author Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. You see, she’s got a theory that the reason we mysteriously stop within sight of the finish line is actually because not all parts of you want what you think you want. In fact, these sub-personalities inside you have a distorted loyalty to your core negative beliefs and that’s what is keeping you stuck.

Here’s how to squash all of that.

My special guest today is Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. * Why driven, go-getter, type-A kind of people tend to lose steam just before completing a big goal in their life * What the “Final 8th” is and how to overcome any self-sabotage when you’re working towards your goals personally or professionally * How to speak to your inner selves for clarity and insight through a technique called voice dialogue * Why it’s just as important to uncover our “core negative beliefs” as well as your core values to get at the root of things * … and ultimately, what the key difference is between a person who achieves their goals easily vs. those who don’t.

If you’ve ever bought a book or an online course you haven’t finished… invested in a mastermind and then fizzled out halfway through… or started a DIY project and left it to collect dust, my friend, this episode (that originally aired in September 2020) is especially for you.

You have the power to create the life you really want to live, if only you simply remembered what’s possible… and make Bold Asks for what you need, want, and desire. Today is a fresh start and a new beginning.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out why you sometimes can’t seem to finish that next big project? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/358-how-to-finish-that-next-big-project---with-bridgit-dengel-gaspard-all-star

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Ever been in a heated debate (or worse) an argument where you flat-out disagreed with the other person? How did it go? How did it end? And more importantly, how is that relationship doing after that conversation? Let’s talk about respect today, my friend!

My special guest today is author Justin Jones-Fosu and he’s simplifying how to respectfully disagree, both at work and at home. As you think about the potential critical conversations that might happen today or this week ahead, I hope today’s conversation gives you deeper insight on how to keep your cool, not get triggered, but equally, how to gain a deeper understanding of the other side (even if you still disagree after that), so you can maintain a strong working relationship built on dignity, being valued, and solid respect.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Justin Jones-Fosu and he’s simplifying how to respectfully disagree. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why he’s not a big fan of the term “civil discourse” and instead, he suggests there’s a better way to frame things so your communication comes from the heart. * What “golden respect” is and how it can help you become a better listener and communicator. * How your earliest role models in life are the ones who’ve shaped your communication style now. He talks about his earliest memories of his mom and how she “planted the seeds of humanity” in him that rooted his current work in respectful conversations. * What the 5 pillars of respectfully disagreeing are and 1-2 practical tips that you can test out today. + Challenge your perspective + Be the student + Cultivate your curiosity + Seek the gray + Agree to respect

• …and ultimately, when someone says something to you that is especially triggering and/or emotionally charged to get a rise out of you, how to handle that situation in the best possible way, moving forward.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to respectfully disagree? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/357-how-to-respectfully-disagree---with-justin-jones-fosu

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: this will help you choose what’s right for you, if you’ve got a big decision to make this week. That will be our focus and intention for the entire month ahead… making good choices that enrich our lives and raise our vibration. So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to choose what’s right for you. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b145-how-to-choose-whats-right-for-you-guided-visualization---all-star

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We’ve been talking a lot about AI (artificial intelligence) this season… And I feel now is an important time to talk about cybersecurity as it relates to AI. More specifically, do you know how hackers are using AI to infiltrate your business or compromise your private company, customer or employee data? It’s time to simplify it.

My special guest today is cybersecurity expert Richard Hollis and he’s simplifying how to be cybersecurity smart to AI threats. No matter what department you work in (HR, sales & marketing, strategy and especially if you work in an non-IT or cybersecurity function), you need to be up to speed on why hackers do what they do and how to keep your company safe.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Richard Hollis and he’s simplifying how to be cybersecurity smart to AI threats. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * That “all hacking boils down to three objectives.” What they are and why they want that access inside your organization. + To change a config + Upload a program, or + Get physical access to change a config or upload a program

• What the best advice is that he gives his clients to help them take cybersecurity seriously and put a crisis management plan in place.
• What the 6 stages are that you need to consider when building a Cyber Incident Response Plan:
• Preparation
• Identification
• Containment
• Eradication
• Recovery
• Lessons Learned

• NOTE: Build this plan before you get hacked.

• The best practices and strategies that mid-size businesses are utilizing today to keep their business IT systems as well prepared as possible to fight against hackers, includes:

• Conducting risk assessments
• Build information security policies

• Ensure all employees and contractors get regular cybersecurity training

• …and ultimately, he shared his insights on how he anticipates cyber criminals to use AI to hack your systems in the coming months ahead and what you can do to prevent this.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be cybersecurity smart to AI threats? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/356-how-to-be-cybersecurity-smart-to-ai-threats---with-richard-hollis

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Real talk time: Is your career where you want it to be? When you think of your career mobility (as in how one role opens up other opportunities down the line), are you satisfied with where you are now and where you are headed? If things have veered off course, let’s talk about it!

My special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifying how to leverage your network to drive career mobility. Because, let’s face it… your greatest advocate is in fact, YOU. And that requires you to build strong working relationships (based on trust and respect) to help you get where you want to go next.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifying how to leverage your network to drive career mobility. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * When you’re feeling disengaged and unhappy at work, how to uncover the root cause. * In her words, “if you’re happy and you know it, think ahead.” What that means and how to do it simply. * What “self-authoring” means and how it might be holding you back. * What the 8 career narratives are that we should consider when crafting our own narrative of where you want to head next. * How to leverage your network to help you open doors of opportunities and equally, why it’s important for you to help open doors for others, as well. * … and ultimately, she shares her advice to the introverts of the world listening today who feel nervous about networking and making bold asks to people, in order to move their career along.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to leverage your network to drive your career mobility? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/355-how-to-leverage-your-network-to-drive-career-mobility---with-susan-collins

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Question: How important do you think it is to have a personal brand? As in, how you show up online, in person at work or at industry conferences… What do you want to be known for? In my opinion, it’s the secret to building and advancing your career, opening doors of opportunity, and getting one step closer to doing the work you actually love.

My special guest today is Tamika Brunetti and she’s simplifying how to uncover your #DigitalSwagger. That’s what she calls it and I love that spin… How you show up online (in a professional sense) that sets the tone for how people engage with you. So let’s talk about how to find your own swagger as you walk in the (proverbial) door the next time you’re on LinkedIn!

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Tamika Brunetti and she’s simplifying how to uncover your #DigitalSwagger. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * How she defines #DigitalSwagger and her thoughts on why it’s so important for your career to have a personal brand. * “But I’m an introvert and I really hate putting myself out there.” Tamika shares advice to those who tend to keep their private lives private. * Where to begin to uncover your #DigitalSwagger. + Define your why - what is the purpose, intent, and measurable goal?

• How to update your digital profile on LinkedIn in 30 minutes or less. She talks about the key elements to focus on first.
• …and ultimately, why she believes that “engagement is one of the greatest rewards from all of this effort.” How to make the effort you put in, worth it.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to uncover your #DigitalSwagger and build yourself a personal brand? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/354-how-to-uncover-your-digitalswagger---with-tamika-brunetti

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to gain clarity on where you will be in a year from now. How to drop down into your deep Intuition, get clear on what you want, where you want to go, and what you want to experience all along the way. You have the power to gain clarity right here, right now in this moment and I’d like the opportunity and privilege to guide you through the process.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: Where will you be in a year from now? I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas on where you’re headed next… Because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing your deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b144-where-will-you-be-in-a-year-from-now-guided-visualization

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Are you looking for a job right now? If so, there are some incredible AI tools that you can use to help you along your job search. We are pleased to feature this popular ALL-STAR episode once again!

Let me tell you about the top 5 AI tools out there that will help you get a job. If you’ve been laid off recently or just looking to move into a different job at a different company, let me tell you… the job market has COMPLETELY changed!

Smart and savvy job seekers are using AI tools to help them in all aspects of their job search, including: * Finding jobs that match your experience level for you to apply to * Identifying your key skills for a particular job posting * Tailoring your resume specifically for each job you apply for * Helping you craft your cover letter

So, let’s talk about the top 5 AI tools that people are using to help them be more efficient in their job search and reduce the headache of being between jobs. You can do this, I believe in you. It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b142-top-5-ai-tools-to-help-you-get-a-job-all-star

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Are you looking for a job right now? If so, there are some incredible AI tools that you can use to help you along your job search. We are pleased to feature this popular ALL-STAR episode once again!

Let me tell you about the top 5 AI tools out there that will help you get a job. If you’ve been laid off recently or just looking to move into a different job at a different company, let me tell you… the job market has COMPLETELY changed!

Smart and savvy job seekers are using AI tools to help them in all aspects of their job search, including: * Finding jobs that match your experience level for you to apply to * Identifying your key skills for a particular job posting * Tailoring your resume specifically for each job you apply for * Helping you craft your cover letter

So, let’s talk about the top 5 AI tools that people are using to help them be more efficient in their job search and reduce the headache of being between jobs. (Disclaimer alert!) I want to be super clear… I encourage you to use AI as a starting point tool, something that will help you brainstorm and as an idea generator, but not to do all the work for you.

Bottomline, you are very smart to brush up your skills in AI because your future employer is looking for people who’ve got these skills as they begin to implement AI and automation into their workflows this year. Well done you, keep doing the thing!

You can do this, I believe in you.It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b142-top-5-ai-tools-to-help-you-get-a-job-all-star

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Job seekers: do you know what it takes to stand out as a top job applicant in today’s incredibly competitive job market? Even simply getting a first interview seems like an incredible feat these days. What does it take to land your next dream role… or really, ANY role for that matter?

My special guest today is talent acquisition leader Kim Dymond Balogh and she’s simplifying how to stand out as a top job applicant. Gone are the days where you can apply for a handful of jobs and get one easily. You’ve got to be savvy about positioning yourself as a thought leader in your area of genius and start to get people talking positively about you behind closed doors.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is recruiter Kim Dymond and she’s simplifying how to stand out as a top job applicant. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * As a recruiter, what she believes is going on in the current job market and why it seems so different right now. * What the key ingredients are to stand out online and in your job applications. What recruiters are looking for and what you should optimize first to drive attention. * We spoke about video resumes, which are short, impactful video conversations highlighting your top skills and expertise. How to make one and where to post it. * Yes, you need to go above and beyond to get noticed these days - She shares her top tips for networking that will differentiate yourself from the competition. * …and ultimately, we talked about how important it is to create relevant, impactful content on LinkedIn as a job seeker and simple ways you can do it to start booking interviews.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stand out as a top job applicant? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/353-how-to-stand-out-as-a-top-job-applicant---with-kim-dymond

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Question: Ever find that when you’ve got a big, looming deadline, you’re doing everything else BUT the thing that’s due? “Oh, look at those dishes over there! Man, I should clean out this junk drawer. Hmm, wonder what’s happening over on Instagram?” Sound familiar?

My special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop procrastinating and get it done. When your to-do list is a mile long and the things that you really, really want to do in work and life seem further and further away from reality, the secret might be found in 15-minutes a day. No really!

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop procrastinating and get it done. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * If you’re feeling any sort of frustration or overwhelm that is causing the procrastination, she recommends “The 15-Minute Method.” What it is and how it works. * What the typical excuses are that we tell ourselves that keep us from getting stuff done and how to squash them. * How The 15-Minute Method helps those with ADHD, neurospicy and highly creative people, especially when dealing with perfectionism. * How to tap into the “Alchemy of Effort” and why it helps us create momentum. * …and ultimately, for those with long COVID or chronic fatigue, how this advice can particularly help you to get things done.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stop procrastinating and get stuff done? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/352-how-to-stop-procrastinating-get-it-done---with-sam-bennett

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to be more patient. Oh man, I think this one is more for myself than anyone else! When you want something, like yesterday, it’s incredibly hard to wait, hold things loosely, and be open to any outcome that may materialize.

They say “patience is a virtue,” yet I think of it more like a muscle that needs training. So let’s work on that today.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to be more patient. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b141-how-to-be-more-patient-guided-visualization

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What does it take to have a thriving, meaningful career? For some, even asking the question seems so far out of reach and bubbles up a bit of Negative Nancy thinking, like, “Who am I to ask this? Oh, I’m too old… too young… too busy to stop and even consider that there might be a better way to work.” All of which is rubbish, you know that right? You get to decide each and every day how you wish to devote your time towards your work endeavors, friend!

My special guest today is Dr. Susan Hanold and she’s simplifying how to have a thriving, meaningful career. I mean, she’s called the “Talent Doctor” and for good reason as she helps coach professionals of all ages on how to view your career journey in a new, fresh way. One where you leverage your strengths, chart a path that feels invigorating and empowering, but also one that is sustainable through seasons of big change.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Susan Hanold and she’s simplifying how to have a thriving, meaningful career. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why some people get stuck in a career path that isn’t fulfilling or “where they’d thought they would be, by now?” * How to identify and leverage your strengths to get your career back on path. Also, how to assess your skill gaps and areas you need to work on, based on what the market really needs right now. * How to use technology to simplify your job. * Why it’s important to continuously rebrand yourself all along your career journey. Plus simple, practical advice for those who feel resistant to change that’ll help you become more open and nimble. * …and ultimately, what the key mistakes are that people make mid or late in their career that others should avoid, so you don’t get stuck.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to have a thriving, meaningful career? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/351-how-to-have-a-thriving-meaningful-career---with-dr-susan-hanold

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Just checking in… How are you doing? No like, really. On a scale of 1-10 (10 = on the brink), are you feeling a bit frazzled, stressed, or overworked? Answer honestly, friend. How are you feeling these days?

My special guest today is Michelle Hartley and she’s simplifying how to squash burnout at work. You see, this insidious little thing called burnout can sneak up on you while you’re not looking. And if you’ve been pounding away the triple iced coffees and burning the candle at both ends, you might not have noticed how it’s wearing down your body, mind, and spirit. But the good news is… you can do something about it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Michelle Hartley and she’s simplifying how to squash burnout at work. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * What the tell-tale signs are that you’re about to hit burnout soon. * The biggest misconception people have about burnout recovery and how to squash it in a different, more simpler way. * What the three phases to burnout recovery are and how to take good care of yourself in each phase. * How to ask your manager and/or HR team for support before/during/after you experience burnout and how to overcome the fear of speaking up. Also, if you’re a people leader who notices someone is struggling on your team, she shares what you can do to proactively support them through it and help them get back to thriving. * …and ultimately, the truth is that many people who suffer from burnout do it again and again… Michelle shares how you can begin to see the warning signs sooner in order to stop the cycle, or at least slow it down.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to squash burnout at work? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/350-how-to-squash-burnout-at-work---with-michelle-hartley

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In the world of artificial intelligence, things are changing so fast. How do you stay on top of all the updates in AI? Today, we are taking a deep dive into the latest and greatest in AI, talking about how you should (and shouldn’t) use AI at work. No, AI is NOT coming for your job… but I hate to be the bearer of bad news but, people who know AI are. Let’s talk about that.

My special guest today is Sarah Reitsma of Waterfield Tech and she’s simplifying how you should (and shouldn’t) use AI at work. If you’re an absolute newbie to AI (never used it), you’re in the right place. We hope today’s conversation will help diffuse any fear you might have, so you can see the possibilities of what this new tech can help you accomplish… I promise, it’ll blow your minds.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sarah Reitsma and she’s simplifying how you should (and shouldn’t) use AI at work. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Where to begin if you’re contemplating using AI at work. How to determine what tasks you should delegate to AI. * All the incredible things that you could delegate to AI right now. * And equally, how you should NOT use AI, right now. * What sort of guardrails and precautions that you need to keep in mind, in order to keep your customer data safe and company information secure. * …and ultimately, she shares her insights on how she sees others in the “contact center,” meaning areas of the business that handles customer interactions (call centers, chat support, customer service) are using AI in this area of an organization?

Q: Are you ready to learn how to use AI at work? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to embrace change with grace. You know the old adage, “change is the only constant,” which I suppose is true in most cases.

However, I want to plant a seed of a new thought in your mind that might help you navigate change when it comes your way again:

“I’m the only constant in my life, no matter what changes.” Let’s explore that idea today and go a bit deeper with it.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to embrace change with grace. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b140-how-to-embrace-change-with-grace-guided-visualization

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We are talking all about data analytics today, specifically for recruiters who work in talent acquisition. You see, the word on the streets is that many talent acquisition teams were downsized last year, yet the workload hasn’t reduced. What if how you tap into your data could help you attract top talent and help you fill more roles, faster?

My special guest today is CEO of HireClix, Neil Costa and he’s simplifying how to leverage better data to improve recruitment. In the world of recruitment marketing, it’s all about filling the pipeline with the very best talent and driving better brand awareness to achieve your business goals.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Neil Costa and he’s simplifying how to leverage better data to improve recruitment. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why we should care about data analytics in recruitment and what happens if we don’t track or leverage our data. * What the 3 most important metrics are that you must track in recruitment marketing. * There are two key marketing campaigns you could run to keep your pipeline full of the very best talent. He details them and their objectives, strategies and KPIs to measure success. * How talent acquisition teams can better integrate their recruitment data with their existing ATS systems and how to set up tracking. * …and ultimately, we talked about how some companies’ career sites are terrible and need a serious refresh. How to improve the career page and also the job application page on your company’s site.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to leverage better data to improve recruitment? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/348-how-to-leverage-better-data-to-improve-recruitment---with-neil-costa

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We are in an unprecedented time right now where there are 5 different generations in the workforce. As a people leader, how can you effectively manage that wide spread of ages and background, keeping them motivated, engaged and productive?

My special guest today is author Dana Dillard and she’s simplifying how to manage 5 different generations at work. From 18 to those in their 80s, here’s the definitive source on how to manage anyone on your team by having a better understanding of what they’ve gone through (generationally) and how they view their work.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dana Dillard and she’s simplifying how to manage 5 different generations at work. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * First, she defines each of the 5 generations: their age ranges and distinct qualities typically found in each generation currently in the workforce. * With 11,400 Baby Boomers retiring every single day in the US, she gives advice on succession planning for those who remain and career planning for those who exit. * How each of the 5 generations prefer to give and receive effective communications and how often. * What the very best ways are to reward and acknowledge the accomplishments of each of the 5 generations. * When assigning projects, what you should keep in mind with each generational worker. * …and ultimately, what you can do with this information to bring together the 5 generations at your organization.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to manage 5 different generations at work? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/347-how-to-manage-5-different-generations-at-work--with-dana-dillard

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Ever been in a heated debate at work where the emotions were running a bit high? Maybe someone had an outburst or lost their cool… Maybe that someone was you. How would you handle that situation to de-escalate things and keep it professional?

My special guest today is HR pro Ammie Michaels and she’s simplifying how to help your team when emotions run high. How you diffuse a situation like this speaks volumes for the type of people leader you really, truly are. So if you’ve been caught in a super awkward situation like this where someone at work has had an outburst, here’s how to handle it.

My special guest today is Ammie Michaels and she’s simplifying how to help your team when emotions run high. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * It seems like ever since the pandemic, people’s communication skills have gotten rusty, especially at work. She gives her thoughts on why that is and what the first step is to remedy it. * How to relearn human connection skills and train your team on these emotional intelligence skills, including best practices for meetings and open plan office spaces. * As companies begin to adopt more and more artificial intelligence (AI) tools, she predicts how this might negatively impact future human interactions, both customer-facing and in the office and how that can affect people’s emotions at work. * When you notice a team member’s emotions are running high, how to approach them (as their people leader) to gain understanding, ensure they are heard, and diffuse the situation with empathy. * …And ultimately, she shares a few techniques that people leaders could use to build strong rapport with their remote workers vs in-person workers and reduce emotional outbursts, overall.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to help your team when emotions run high at work? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/346-how-to-help-your-team-when-emotions-run-high--with-ammie-michaels

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to ask for what you need. Easier said than done sometimes, huh? But an incredibly important skill to master if you want to live a life of peace, prosperity, and in true community with others.

You see, when you ask for help from the people you know and trust, most times, they are willing and able to assist you. But this skill takes massive amounts of courage mixed with a bit of humility. I want to simplify that, in order for this skill to become second nature for you!

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to ask for what you need. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b139-how-to-ask-for-what-you-need-guided-visualization

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Vision, mission, and core values… could you recite your organization’s ones off the top of your head, without peeking? Truth be told, many people can’t and that might be the root cause of why some companies are struggling in today’s economy.

My special guest today is HR professional Andrew Stoute and he’s simplifying how to drive your company’s vision, mission, and core values at work. When you’re crystal clear on all three and you ensure your teams embrace and adopt them as well, you’re creating a compass to guide every move on why your organization exists, who you serve, where you’re headed next, and how you make big decisions.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Andrew Stoute and he’s simplifying how to drive your company’s vision, mission, and core values at work. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * How he defines vision, mission and core values for the modern workplace. * Why it’s important for an organization to teach their workforce about these three elements and not just treat them like buzzwords. * When companies say they are a “family” - why you might pause on saying that in the future as it might not necessarily be a good thing. * Sadly, people make assumptions about others they work with all the time. He shares how people leaders can be a great role model to value one another, your diverse opinions and backgrounds, and begin to reverse this behavior. * …and ultimately, what you should do if you notice your senior leadership are NOT upholding the values of the company in the key decisions they make… How to influence (and hopefully, course correct) as an HR executive advisor for your organization.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to drive your company’s vision, mission, and core values at work? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/345-how-to-drive-your-vision-mission-core-values-at-work---with-andrew-stoute

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Let’s talk about ERGs today… employee resource groups. They are affinity groups where you can connect, grow and learn with other folks at your organization over shared interests or backgrounds. For a larger company, ERGs can be a wonderful way to build community and a sense of belonging at work. But what if you don’t have one yet… and want to create one?

My special guest today is ERG expert Kenny Braxton and he’s simplifying how to create impactful ERGs for your organization. Let’s face it… some of us spend more time at work than we do with our family and friends. And the epidemic of loneliness hasn’t subsided since the pandemic began in 2020. Getting involved in an ERG might help.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kenny Braxton and he’s simplifying how to create impactful ERGs for your organization. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * How he defines an ERG (employee resource group) in today’s workplace and why these important, especially for larger organizations. * He talks about a unique ERG he’s championed at his workplace called the “Family Caregivers ERG”, how it work and who it supports. * How to create an ERG from the ground up. What you need and how to create the right structure to make it last. * HR professionals tend to make one very common mistake when running ERGs and how to avoid it. * …and ultimately, he shared a few best practices when it comes to ERGs that have helped build a sense of true community at his company.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to create an impactful ERG for your organization? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/344-how-to-create-impactful-ergs-for-your-organization---with-kenny-braxton

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Raise your hand if you’ve been through a layoff. Keep your hand raised if you kept your job through it and are faced with the reality of attempting to rebuild the company culture after a massive layoff. You are what people call a “survivor” and my goodness, that’s a lot of pressure on your shoulders to help the organization recover, eh?

My special guest today is culture lead and event planner, Daniel Stokes and he’s simplifying how to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff. Both Daniel and I have recently been through a layoff at a large organization and we come to the table with practical advice that you can begin to implement at your own company immediately.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Daniel Stokes and he’s simplifying how to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * What the very first step is that your HR or People & Culture team must take immediately after a layoff has been announced at your organization. * Why he believes that “culture repair is everyone’s job,” and not just the responsibility of HR. * Let’s face it - Trust is lost after a layoff… He talks about the ways that managers and senior leadership can work together to rebuild that trust with their workforce, one conversation at a time. * One major mistake that organizations tend to make after announcing a layoff that is a massive blunder. * How to create a safe space for employee listening (through forums, surveys, town halls), where employee feedback can be captured and then actioned upon. * …and ultimately, we implore everyone listening to this to consider one simple idea: instead of cutting People & Culture budgets after a layoff, what a better solution would be to improve employee engagement and rebuild company pride.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to rebuild your company’s culture after a layoff? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/343-how-to-rebuild-company-culture-after-a-massive-layoff---with-daniel-stokes

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Switching gears, we’re now focused on simplifying topics for those who work in all aspects of HR, human resources next. Recruiters - are you struggling to find and recruit great talent these days? Word on the street is that recruiters are inundated with hundreds of applications for open roles but that doesn’t always mean they are qualified candidates. The result? It’s making it really hard to source the right people, like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

My special guest today is senior HR consultant and career coach, Kelly Simants and she’s simplifying how to find and recruit great talent. Here’s a peek behind the curtain to see how smart recruiters are sourcing great talent as she shares her very best tips.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kelly Simants and she’s simplifying how to find + recruit great talent. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Her take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it seems so different in 2024. * With the influx of candidates in the market and AI making it easier for them to submit applications faster (but might not be qualified for the role), how smart recruiters are weeding through the stacks of resumes to find the very best talent for the role. * How to review a resume quickly to see great potential, especially if the candidate has a non-traditional career path. What she looks for. * How recruiters can freshen up the interview process to improve the candidate experience. * …and ultimately, she shares a couple of tools that she is using as a recruiter to help shorten the “time to fill” for a role.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to find + recruit great talent? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/342-how-to-find-recruit-great-talent---with-kelly-simants

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to keep calm before giving a big presentation. It’s so easy to let your nerves get the best of you right before you take the stage or stand up to present.

Ultimately, you want to do a great job, show up 100% authentically as you, and get your point across with charm, intelligence and grace. This episode is perfect to listen to about 30 minutes before your big presentation, to help you get centered, focused and in the zone.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to keep calm before a big presentation. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas on where you’re headed next… Because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing your deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

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Have you ever stepped back and thought about how similar the process is, of finding a job to buying a house? Like in nearly every single way - the parallels are eerie! So let’s talk about it…

My special guest today is global talent acquisition leader, Shannon Taylor and he’s simplifying why you should treat your job search like buying a house. Because if this simple (yet profound!) reframe helps you feel more empowered and better equipped, then I’m calling that a WIN.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Shannon Taylor and he’s simplifying why you should treat your job search like buying a house. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * His take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it seems so different in 2024. * He breaks down all the reasons why he draws comparisons between buying a house and finding your next job… + Turnover low, job supply low, demand high and getting the timing just right.

• Using this house buyer analogy, he talks about where job seekers can go to find the “hidden job market,” as in, the roles that are rarely publicized or have less competition

• These are called “off-market pocket listings” in real estate or jobs that might be outside of what you typically go for.

• How job seekers can make their “offer” the most compelling when applying for roles, so they land the interview.

• In job seeking (as also in buying a house), there’s a bit of serendipity and magic to it… How a job seeker can increase their chances of getting the stars to align in their job search.

Q: Are you ready to learn why you should treat your job search like buying a house? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

• 3 hours of (free) focus music for deep concentration - Quiet Quest - Study Music
• The very best job networking tips - Help Guide
• 50 powerful questions to help you reflect - The Institute of You

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/341-why-you-should-treat-your-job-search-like-buying-a-house---with-shannon-taylor

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Job seekers - do you need to prepare for a big job interview coming up? There’s nothing more stressful than feeling overly excited, totally under prepared, and wanting to make a good first impression. The truth is with a few simple steps, you can be more calm, cool, collected, and confident, which is EXACTLY what recruiters want to see.

My special guest today is senior talent acquisition partner and recruiter, Cecile Webster and she’s simplifying how to prepare for a great job interview. Remember, you get a split second moment to effectively communicate why you’re the right fit for the role and how you’ll bring value to their organization.

Here’s how to do it right.

My special guest today is Cecile Webster and she’s simplifying how to prepare for a great job interview. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Her take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it seems harder to land an interview in 2024. * What makes a great resume and how important a cover letter is…or isn’t.

• The very best ways that a job seeker can best prepare before their job interview - plus the resources and tools she recommends.
• The common mistakes that people make when they are having a recruiter screening call or on the job interview with the hiring manager.
• And the inverse, the GREAT experiences she’s had from top candidates that made them stand out and ultimately, land the job. What they did right.
• The most impactful ways to follow up with a recruiter after the first screening call, to help increase your chances to book a first job interview. How and when.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to prepare for a great job interview? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/340-how-to-prepare-for-a-great-job-interview---with-cecile-webster

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Want to learn the secrets on how to stand out as a top candidate for a job? In this day and age when the market is flooded with great talent, how do you rise to the top and make a great impression all along the way?

My special guest today is talent acquisition partner and recruiter, Shreya Mehta and she’s simplifying how to stand out as a top candidate for a job. It might simply be getting back to the basics on some things.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Shreya Mehta and she’s simplifying how to stand out as a top candidate for a job. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Her take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it feels different in 2024. * With job postings getting 500 applications in the first 24 hours (especially remote roles), how to craft a compelling resume and application. What a recruiter wants and needs to see on your resume and cover letter to book a screening call. * The secrets to building a relationship with a recruiter BEFORE they’ve posted a job that’s a match for you… and how to do that professionally. * What the best way is for a candidate to follow-up with a recruiter after you’ve submitted your application. What does a recruiter prefer, exactly and how often should you ping them? * How to stand out in the interview process, using the 3 P process: + Prep + Perform + Polish

• …And finally, she shares what the number one mistake is that candidates make while on the first call with a recruiter.

Anyone that’s looking for a job in 2024 is feeling the pinch right now and let’s be real… It can be incredibly discouraging.

I heard a stat from my career coach that in this job market, most white-collar workers typically need anywhere between 3-9 months to find their next role. My goodness, that’s a long time and seems crazy to me. So friend, I hope that today’s episode helps you refine how you apply, how you follow up, and how you interview, so that you can shorten that time significantly.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stand out as a top candidate for a job? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/339-how-to-stand-out-as-a-top-candidate-for-a-job---with-shreya-mehta

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to nail a job interview. You know, when you get off that call or leave the building, immediately after a job interview, knowing you presented the very best version of yourself to the recruiter, hiring manager, or panel.

Calm, cool, collected, confident… and you charmed the pants off of them! There was connection, great conversation, and you confidently showcased your expertise and yourself with grace and ease. Again, you SHONE bright, my friend as your true radiant self came through!

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to nail a job interview. Quick disclaimer: This one is a tiny bit different from other guided visualizations we’ve offered in the past. I recommend listening to this one, exactly 60-90 minutes before your interview. That way, you’re in the right mindset when it comes time to do the real thing. (And of course, you can listen to this one anytime you like, even if you don’t have a job interview coming up today… It still does wonders to your psyche and confidence!)

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b137-how-to-nail-a-job-interview-guided-visualization

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Would you consider yourself an excellent networker? You know, someone who can walk into any room and spark a conversation with a stranger with ease and grace. Or maybe someone who knows the ins and outs of how to build relationships on LinkedIn naturally and seems to know everyone? Well, if you’re in the middle of a job search right now, you know that these skills are vital, especially given the competition is high for those top-paying roles.

My special guest today is talent acquisition strategist and recruiter, Melissa Grabiner and she’s simplifying how to be an excellent networker and land the job. She shares the secrets of how to stand out amongst the competition.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Melissa Grabiner and she’s simplifying how to be an excellent networker + land the job. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Her take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it feels different in 2024. * She suggests that “every CEO or Head of HR should apply for a job right now at their own company” and why. * What key steps you should take to leverage your network to get more internal referrals inside a company and why that’s crucial to land the interview. * How to stand out to recruiters when there are 500+ applicants for the same job and how to follow-up after you applied, either with the recruiter or the hiring manager. * …and she shares her favorite tools that she recommends to job seekers that will help you be a better networker and track more efficiently your job search efforts.

Job seekers, this one is a great conversation with lots of tangible tips and tricks, so grab a pen and paper to take notes.

I hope this helps spark a new idea in you this week and helps you #dothething! Q: Are you ready to learn how to become an excellent networking and land the job of your dreams? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/338-how-to-an-excellent-networker-land-the-job---with-melissa-grabiner

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Job seekers, are you feeling frustrated with your job search so far and feel like you are hitting a wall? Oh man, I know that feeling. It seems like you’re pounding away at applying for jobs, taking the time to tailor each and every one of your applications, and getting zero interviews. If this sounds familiar, don’t give up… the answers are on their way!

My special guest today is client success executive Sahara Alexis and she’s simplifying how to navigate a job search with success. Spoiler alert: it’s all about relationship building and she shares all the very best secrets that will help you open doors that were once locked, stand out amongst the hundreds of other applicants, and make tangible progress in your job search this week.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sahara Alexis and she’s simplifying how to navigate a job search with success. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * How to utilize the principles of Customer Success in your own job search and come off auto-pilot. * If you’ve been labeled a “fixer” or “rescuer” at your last job, how to instill better boundaries to help you stay focused on results and less on rescuing others. * Her favorite AI tools and resources that have helped her along her own job search. * …and when she was a hiring manager herself, what made candidates stand out for her as someone who she definitely wanted to interview and ultimately hire.

If you’re going through a job search right now, you know the roller coaster of emotions you experience any given week, or even hour by hour. Getting ghosted by a recruiter (whether deliberate or not), feels horrible when you’ve gotten your hopes up on a job or opportunity. I feel you - it stinks.

That’s why our aim is to provide you with tangible, simple how-to advice for your job search that you can try out today. I hope my conversation with Sahara helps you strip it all back to the basics, remembering the key strengths you already have that have helped you build strong working relationships in past jobs… and how to leverage those connections now.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to navigate a job search with success? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/337-how-to-navigate-a-job-search-with-success---with-sahara-alexis

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Are you looking for a job right now? If so, there are some incredible AI tools that you can use to help you along your job search.

Let me tell you about the top 5 AI tools out there that will help you get a job. If you’ve been laid off recently or just looking to move into a different job at a different company, let me tell you… the job market has COMPLETELY changed!

Smart and savvy job seekers are using AI tools to help them in all aspects of their job search, including: * Finding jobs that match your experience level for you to apply to * Identifying your key skills for a particular job posting * Tailoring your resume specifically for each job you apply for * Helping you craft your cover letter

So, let’s talk about the top 5 AI tools that people are using to help them be more efficient in their job search and reduce the headache of being between jobs. Bottomline, you are very smart to brush up your skills in AI because your future employer is looking for people who’ve got these skills as they begin to implement AI and automation into their workflows this year. Well done you, keep doing the thing!

You can do this, I believe in you. It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b136-top-5-ai-tools-to-help-you-get-a-job

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to see yourself in a new job this year. Whether you’ve been impacted by a recent layoff or just ready to move on to a different role at a different company, this episode will help you get crystal clear on what you want, so you can begin to take action on it.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to see yourself in a new job this year. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas on where you’re headed next… Because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing your deep inner wisdom. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

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www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b135-how-to-see-yourself-in-a-new-job-this-year

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If you’ve been in a rut lately, maybe it’s time to rewire your thinking patterns. Our brains are a fascinating thing… We are so quick to believe that our thoughts are all real. That what swirls in our brain is the truth that your entire perception of your life experience is built upon. But what if it isn't fully true?

My special guest today is author Thomas Sterner and he’s simplifying how to rewire your thinking patterns. You’ll gain a better understanding of your conscious and unconscious thinking to open your mindset to new ways of perceiving what’s happening in your life and all around you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Thomas Sterner and he’s simplifying how rewire your thinking patterns. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * Why humans are “victims of automated thinking” vs realizing that we are the master creator of our thoughts. * How to better understand the language of your subconscious thoughts. * What “deliberate thinking” is and why he believes it can give us emotional freedom. * How to tell the difference between a reaction and a response.

…And ultimately, he shares a concept called “Heartmath” and how it can help you to effectively communicate with others.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to rewire your thinking patterns? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/336-how-to-rewire-your-thinking-patterns---with-thomas-sterner

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This week, we are talking about the 5 Love Languages and how to put them into action. For a book that’s sold over 20 million copies and has been reprinted in 50 languages around the world, I have a feeling most people have heard of this concept of ‘finding your Love Language’ but not exactly sure how to make it make sense in your own work or life.

My special guest today is author Dr Gary Chapman and he’s simplifying how to put the 5 Love Languages into action. If you’ve got strained relationships where you feel like you’ve tried everything but can’t seem to get through to them, this episode is especially for you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Gary Chapman and he’s simplifying how to put the 5 Love Languages into action. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: * A brief overview of what the 5 Love Languages are and how they work. He also shares why he believes that “love has to be more than something you feel… It has to be something you do. + Words of Affirmation + Quality Time + Receiving Gifts + Acts of Service + Physical Touch

• Details about his latest book, “Love is a Choice” which compiles 28 extraordinary stories of the 5 Love Languages in action and we zoom in on 3 of those special stories.
• Talks about a time when a random act of kindness made an incredible difference to a stranger.
• Decide if the word “compromise” is a negative word in a friendship or relationship - why or why not
• …and ultimately, he shared his advice for couples where one person’s natural response is to try to “fix” the other person, instead of simply loving them in their Love Language and how to navigate those waters.

This book has been pivotal to so many relationships around the world. I mean it’s the one book that is most given as a wedding present to new couples than any others.

And I think at the heart of it is that it gives us a simple framework to remember how to show our appreciation for another person in a way they like to receive it. You can write thank you letters and buy people gifts all day long, but if Quality Time is their primary Love Language, they really just want to spend time with you… Nothing else matters.

Learn the secrets on today’s episode to avoid making the same mistake over and over again in your most cherished relationships. Q: Are you ready to learn how to put the 5 Love Languages into action? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/335-how-to-put-the-5-love-languages-into-action---with-dr-gary-chapman

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On today’s episode, I wanted to share what’s next for The Simplifiers Podcast and how it will look and feel moving forward. As you know, we’ve been featuring the very best of our all-star episodes recently on the podcast as a way to take a walk down memory lane and showcase some of my favorite conversations. I’ve spoken to quite a few brilliant people including Danielle LaPorte, Naz Beheshti, Dan Millman, Jovanka Ciares, and so many more since 2018… And we are only just getting started!

It’s hard to believe that we are entering into season 7 on the podcast this year! We’ve released 334 full-length interview episodes and 133 bonus, shorter form episodes so far. So if you’re a new listener, my goodness, you’ve got a treasure trove of a library ready for you to explore.

The premise has always been simple. We take one topic either in work or in life… and simplify it! Breaking it down into easy-to-understand ways, so you not only know the “what” (what is it, why is it important right now) but also the “how” (simple, practical tips on how to test it out in your own work or life.

And we’ve covered a wide range of topics so far… everything from managing your budget to managing panic attacks. Simplifying how to say no to “hustle culture” to how to sleep better at night. And we’ve also covered many topics in business from strategy to leadership development to planning impactful events that drive your greatest goals. There’s so much in our archives to dive into, listen, and learn.

But you might be curious about where we are headed next. Well, here’s what we learned from you, our listeners.

You guys loved the episodes where we focused on one of these four key areas: * Time management - How to prioritize and focus on what’s most important and get things done without the overwhelm. * Goal setting and vision casting - How to define your goal, create an action plan, and do the thing. * Simplified self-care - How to look after yourself when working in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment and avoid burnout. * Belonging in the workplace - How to create a thriving employee experience, especially with the rise of AI and automation in the workplace.

And I want to take a deeper dive into that last pillar for the next few months…

Let The Simplifiers Podcast be your go-to resource for information, inspiration and a spark of creativity. You can do this, I believe in you. It’s time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b134-whats-next-for-the-simplifiers-podcast-season-7

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Happy New Year, friends - to kick things off on the right foot, here’s how to create a vision board to help guide you in the year ahead. This has been a tool I’ve used for at least the last four years and let me tell you, it works! I create mine right at the beginning of the new year and it serves as a visual guide to help me remember what is most important in my life.

Let me explain… it’s a visual representation of my core values, my desires, and my goals. Every single element I put on my vision board has been carefully picked and prayed over to ensure it feels right… and it’s actually what I want to create in the year ahead.

As such, I wanted to share my top 5 tips on creating a vision board, so if you want to make one for yourself this year, it’ll be a simple process. Here goes…

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes with all links mentioned available here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/how-to-create-a-vision-board-all-star-133

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to visualize a new path for your life. Something that I love doing with my coaching clients is to lead them through guided visualization exercises and the thought occurred to me, “why not do these on the podcast, as well?!” So in today’s mini episode, I’m going to lead you through a guided meditation and visualization that’s going to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to visualize a new path for your life. One final whisper This year, I want to encourage you to remember… most answers that you seek are already inside you now. Whether you believe in God or a higher power or something else at play here, just remember this deep inner wisdom can be found inside you now… and any time you feel lost, overwhelmed or stressed.

Just slow down, tune in with your body and your breath, do this visualization exercise whenever you need it, and ask.

Gone are the days of looking outside yourself for a magic pill or a guru on a pedestal to fix us. This year, consider the simple idea that your Intuition knows. Your body knows. Your brain and your heart know. And it’s all waiting for you to simply ask, trust, and then decide to take daily, imperfect action by making Bold Asks.

To visualize a new path for your life, it’s just a matter of slowing down and listening to what your soul truly wants and where Source truly needs you next. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-visualize-a-new-path-for-your-life-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to be loving. Her latest book takes a deep dive into seven virtues that are at the root of this work: Divine Love, compassion, forgiveness, wisdom, loving kindness, resiliency, and radiance. We touch on quite a bit of this today, too as we unpack what Love really is with a whole new perspective.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my all-star conversation with author Danielle LaPorte as she simplifies how to be loving.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness
• …and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

As always, ping me over on Instagram @thesimplifiers - and tell me your thoughts:

• What new ideas did this conversation spark for you?
• What does Love mean to you?

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-two-all-star-334

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Today (I dare say) we are talking about the single-most important topic that we’ve covered on the podcast to date… Love. Divine Love. How to be loving… not only to others but equally to yourself. I mean, it’s the eternal life force and energy source at the root of all existence, right? So let’s talk about it.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she’s simplifying how to be loving in this all-star episode. She believes that “Love is not a feeling or an emotion, but rather a state of consciousness.” It’s the glue that connects us all together collectively… In fact, we are never (really) alone or separated from Source.

And I have to say, this gentle, countercultural approach to living your life is not what you hear normally… to truly realize that you aren’t broken or need fixing or needing to buy more stuff to feel Loved. As D puts it, “What would change if you saw yourself––and others, through a Loving gaze? Everything. Everything would change.”

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness
• …and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

As always, ping me over on Instagram @thesimplifiers - and tell me your thoughts:

• What new ideas did this conversation spark for you?
• What does Love mean to you?

Share this episode with a friend and discuss it together. The accountability found in just one trusted friend or colleague is immeasurable in helping you make forward progress.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-one-all-star-333

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Are you finding it harder and harder these days to stick to your boundaries? Whether it’s a lack of physical space at your house (hello, homeschooling)… or a lack of breathing room and space in your calendar, causing you to overwork, strive, and feel flustered with it all. Or maybe it’s a Boundary Destroyer in your life, which is a whole other ball of wax.

My all-star special guest today is psychotherapist Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries. In her book, Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free is a must-read for me and so many girlfriends of mine as we are looking to break free from the nonsense. And more importantly, live a more authentic, fulfilled life by mastering how we create and maintain healthy boundaries.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Through her research, what she found are some common myths that women believe when setting boundaries
• What the psychological aspect is behind why we DON’T set boundaries for ourselves? What’s happening, really?
• How to understand what your internal ‘Boundary Blueprint’ is and how to communicate our desired (more positive) boundaries are to other people
• In a work setting, what to do if you’re afraid you’ll be seen as a “bitch” or if you fear being fired by your client after you state your boundaries
• And ultimately, at home… what you must do when it’s a family member (a parent, spouse or child) who you cannot remove from your life entirely and you’re having to constantly state and restate your boundaries all the time?

Terri is a brilliant bright light in this field of study and she’s going to show us a better way of sticking to our boundaries. In our conversation today, you’ll gain a glimmer into her work, teaching each of us how to stop abandoning ourselves for the sake of others without guilt or drama. But rather, she shows us a way that healthy boundaries can help us gain better communication and better relationships… more satisfaction, abundance, and success. All of it is a result of doing the work, gaining clarity on our subconscious beliefs, and sticking to our boundaries.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stick to your boundaries better? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/terri-cole-stick-to-your-boundaries-all-star

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Let’s talk about cooking, more specifically, let’s simplify how to cook lighter with your Instant Pot! It’s happened, I too have jumped on the bandwagon of cooking with an Instant Pot… and can I say, I LOVE IT. It makes batch cooking a cinch and the versatility of what you can make, my goodness, I feel like I’m just scratching the surface!

My special guest today is celebrity cookbook author, Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot. While yes, you could make super gooey, creamy and decadent meals like mac-n-cheese in your Instant Pot, Jeffrey is also going to show us a way to lighten it all up, cooking to your specific eating lifestyle. Whether it’s Keto, Paleo, Gluten-free, or vegetarian and vegan, it’s all about eating wholesome, real food that raises your vibration rather than ones that sink you into a food coma and total brain fog… but here’s the caveat: he promises we won’t lose any of the flavor along the way.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For those just getting started using their Instant Pot, the 2-3 tips that would help you feel less intimidated, so you can get going with experimenting, playing and cooking food with it this week

• What “cooking lighter” looks like for him these days and which recipes he’s enjoying making right now, which might give you a few ideas on what to cook tonight

• Which must-have staples you need stocked in your pantry, specifically for pressure cooking
• Lawry’s seasoned salt
• beef, chicken, vegetable stock, specifically Better than Bouillon concentrated stock base
• dried beans (black, pinto, white beans)
• quinoa, rice (white, brown, wild), and farro

• herbs & spices - TIP: buy one new spice each week to build your pantry and experiment with new flavors!

• How to cook for kids or picky eaters with an Instant Pot - he shares his best advice for parents without much time to cook, but want happy bellies around the dinner table

• …and ultimately, he shared a little bit about his own wellness journey - what he wished he knew earlier on when it comes to eating lighter and maintaining his weight.

Like Jeff, I’ve struggled with my weight since I was a little girl. The number on the scale would go UP and it’d go down in waves. 20 lbs here, 30 lbs there… ugh. And like Jeff, recently I’ve started to really pay attention to the food I put into my body. Ask yourself: what is life-giving food for me and my lifestyle? And what isn’t?

I hope that wherever you are in your health and wellness journey, you’ll find this lighthearted interview inspires you to try something new with your Instant Pot cooking this week.

Q: Are you ready to cook lighter using an Instant Pot? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes with all links mentioned available here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jeffrey-eisner-cook-lighter-instant-pot-all-star-331

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to keep calm during the holidays. It’s so easy to get caught up in the frenzy at this time of year. It feels like things are cranked to 11 no matter where you go, that it’s certainly counter-cultural to buck the system and to do something different. Remain calm, do less, stay present in the moment and choose a better way.

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of CALM for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. By tuning in, let’s intentionally slow down this month and focus inward

So to kick off the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to keep calm during the holidays. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-keep-calm-during-the-holidays

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Do you want to have a clutter-free Christmas this year? Let’s face it… Christmas and the holiday season is here and there’s no stopping it now. For some, just the thought of all the to-do’s and hanging with the in-laws gives you the hives. For others, the frenzy is exhilarating but by December 27th, you always seem to come down with flu-like symptoms that (totally) flatten you for days. Raise your hand if any of this resonates. But what if this year was simpler? What if this year could be different? And to that, I say YES!

My all-star special guest today is author Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. With a bit of humor and a little sass, she’s written the book on almost every aspect of the holiday season, helping us decide what to keep, what to scrap, and how to not totally lose your mind along the way. Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what a “clutter-free” Christmas could look like, not only talking about the physical stuff but your schedule and your mental wellness
• Why we tend to get caught up in the holiday frenzy in the first place
• What a “Holiday Mission Statement” is and how to create one with your household
• How to apply 3 of the 21 projects from her book, ‘The Christmas Project Planner’ in to your life over the coming weeks in simple, practical ways, including:
• How to create your Christmas prep space with a “Magic Christmas Box”
• How to schedule your time for the holidays

How to refresh yourself and carve out some YOU time

Q: Are you ready to have a clutter-free Christmas? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kathi-lipp-how-to-have-a-clutter-free-Christmas-all-star-330

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I’m willing to bet you’ve either heard someone mention “The 5 Love Languages” recently, or you’ve read the book, or you’ve given the book as a wedding gift to a beloved friend. This book has taken the world by storm, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list consistently since 2009!

My all-star guest, Dr Gary Chapman, shares his brilliant framework for understanding how people give and receive love and appreciation. Dr Gary Chapman is the author of The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts® and many other books.

In this episode, you will learn: * More about the 5 Love Languages: + Words of Affirmation + Quality Time + Receiving Gifts + Acts of Service + Physical Touch

• How you can tell which your primary love language is
• Why it’s important to ‘keep our love tank full’
• What couples can do when they are drifting apart
• What some couples believe about marriage and relationships that simply isn’t true
• How you can share the love languages with a partner who has a different belief system
• How you can apply these principles at work and in your family

Dr. Chapman is an absolute delight. He’s funny, down-to-earth and shares so much wisdom in this all-star episode recorded back in 2018. I hope it brings a smile to your face, and offers you a compass to help navigate tricky relationships this season.

I can only hope that I’ll be this bright, warm and full of sparkle at age 81 like he is.

DoTheThing. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/gary-chapman-how-to-simplify-the-5-love-languages-all-star-329

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: ask yourself, what is your body trying to tell you right now? Based on the popularity of last month’s guided visualization episode, I’ve decided to release one on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in an all-star guided visualization exercise: what is your body trying to tell you right now? Before we get started, here are a few things that you’ll need to do in order to get the most out of this.

1. Create a safe space - no distractions or interruptions
2. Take 3 intentional breaths together with me
3. Do a body scan and feel your feet
4. Time to visualize what your body is trying to tell you

Listen in and follow along....

I’m on this journey with you as well… learning to listen more to my body, what she needs, wants and desires, too. When I calm my nervous system down, when I tune in on a deeper level, everything changes… for the better.

So, what does your body need right now? Can you give it to them today? And if not today, when? Bit by bit, choice by choice - healing can occur.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-what-is-your-body-trying-to-tell-you-all-star

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My all-star special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/shae-leonard-how-to-sleep-better-at-night-all-star-328

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Are you feeling a bit stuck when it comes to your income? Like you’ve hit a plateau and can’t seem to surpass it? We’ve all been there before at some point in our journey of running a small business and the tendency is to believe the myth that we just need to work HARDER or put in MORE hours or push, push, push until our bodies break and relationships suffer. Bleh… no thanks. There’s definitely a better way.

My all-star special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. She’s sharing all the inside secrets on how to master the inner game of entrepreneurship and manage your mindset to grow your business. If you’ve been pushing for way too long and are ready to try something different, grab a pen and paper… and get ready to take notes. This episode could spark you on a new path towards tripling your income in one year like Amira did.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What (typically) stops most female small business owners from hitting a certain threshold of income - what’s really happening underneath it all
• Working more hours does NOT equal more income… she shares a better way to look at it, strategically:
• identify your blocks

• focus on the most essential, needle-moving actions like sales

• What the 7 questions are that you must ask every single prospective client that’s going to help you get closer to 7-figure sales this year:

• What do you want? Then, what’s important to you about having that?
• What’s stopping you from having what you want?
• So, are you saying… ???
• What happens if you don’t solve this?
• Are you committed to solving this?
• Great, would you like to hear about how I can help you with this?

• Would you like to get started today?

• …and ultimately, what the 3 simple and effective ways that you can scale your work this year to significantly increase your income and how to decide which is best, when:

• Raise your prices
• Sell more quantity, and/or
• Add a new channel of income

Remember… you TRULY have unlimited potential and your “old conditioning” and beliefs likely need an upgrade in order to make positive change in your future thoughts, behaviors and actions.

You’re on the right path… keep going!

Q: Are you ready to make an income breakthrough? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/amira-alvarez-how-to-make-an-income-breakthrough-all-star-327

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Do you need to write and deliver a compelling keynote speech soon? What about a sales pitch? Or do you need to formulate the words to really motivate and empower your audience? If yes, you’re in the right place.

My all-star special guest today is professional public speaker Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. Writing a compelling speech takes skill, a bit of wit, and a mastery of the craft of storytelling.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it is important to sharpen your skills as a compelling communicator
• What he learned as an attorney that helped him become a better keynote speaker and communicator
• He reveals his “Performative Speaking” framework and how to create your “go-to” story for your keynote speech. Here are the secrets...

5 ingredients to a good story:

• identify your characters
• define their relationships
• describe the environment with all 5 senses
• create a conflict that needs to be resolved
• have a clear resolutions that ends the story with impact

4 stages of the “Performative Speaking” framework:

• adventure
• adversity
• triumph
• humor
• How to create emotion and captivate your audience in a compelling way
• …and ultimately, we talked about utilizing the power of video - what are some ways you can deliver a keynote speech (or tell your story) online, rather than in person?

Q: Are you ready to write a compelling keynote speech? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robbie-crabtree-write-a-compelling-keynote-speech-all-star-326

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Do you want to write your first book this year? So do I! I’m knee deep in the process already but when I first got started, I know I had swirling thoughts like, “…umm, how do I do that?!”

My all-star special guest today is Elizabeth Kracht and she is simplifying how to write your first book. If you’ve never done it before, it can be a mystifying and harrowing process. Do you self-publish or not? Do you write the whole book or just start with a rough outline? And where in the world do you meet a literary agent?? So many questions… all the questions! Don’t worry, I asked them ALL for you.

My hope is that today’s conversation spins you in the right direction if you’re just getting started on writing your first book.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Elizabeth Kracht and she’s simplifying how to write your first book. In this episode, you will learn: * What the very first step is that you need to take once you’ve decided to write a book * A few questions that’ll help you define the core building blocks of your book and ensure you stay on track throughout the entire writing process. Ask yourself… + What do you most want to say with your work and WHY? + How do you want to help people with this book? + Who is your exact target audience?

• How to decide which genre is the very best for the message you want to convey and she shared a few different genre options that are best if you’re writing a non-fiction book
• What elements you’ll need to include in your book proposal, including…
• the overview
• the target audience
• about the author section
• your marketing plan
• your list of competitive titles
• the chapter outline

• a couple sample chapters

• All about the bells and whistles… what are a few additional features that you could include in your book that would make it a richer reading experience and more exciting for your reader? Things like…

• case studies
• music playlists
• worksheets & journaling prompts

• recipes and more

• How to format your book, especially if you’re publishing in the US

If you’re anything like me, I bet half of your heart is totally excited about the writing process and ready to dive in… and the other half is utterly petrified! It’s the fact that “you don’t know what you don’t know” that makes the entire process exhilarating.

Just remember… anything new is going to be a wee bit scary at first. Riding a bike, going scuba diving, or even when you take the leap to write your first book. That’s why most people don’t do it. It’s the great unknown and it’s much, much easier to sit back, instead of taking action on this dream. But if you’re tuning in right now and you hear that Divine whisper in your heart telling you to “write that book!” - my hope is that today’s conversation gives you a little more confidence and a whole lot of spark to go out and #dothething! Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/elizabeth-kracht-how-to-write-your-first-book-all-star-325

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Are you ready to step up and be the CEO of your well-being? If last year taught us anything at all, it reminded us of how incredibly important it is to take good care of our body, mind, and spirit in order to stay grounded through big change. Self-care is no longer a “should” but a “must-have” priority to maintain your well-being as an entrepreneur.

My all-star special guest today is author Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. Like a CEO, you’re setting the vision for the year ahead, making calculated predictions that will hopefully pay off in the months to come and equally, making cuts where necessary. All of this requires a whole new vantage point on how you live your life and a possible shift in your mindset to level up.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What she learned while working as Steve Jobs’ executive assistant, inside the pressure cooker of Silicon Valley… how this brilliant person took great care of himself and equally grew the Apple brand simultaneously
• Her book is called “Pause. Breathe. Choose.” - we take a deep dive into all three sections and she defines what mindfulness could look like through a pandemic
• How to make better choices that will help us manage our stress and build resilience, using the ACE Method: acute, chronic, eustress
• …and ultimately, what the “3 P’s to well-being” are - pain, prana and purpose, understanding how we can tap into all three areas to our advantage, through our work. We also do a breathwork exercise together to build that prana life-force energy.

It was fascinating to hear her stories of working with Steve Jobs early on in her career, to really get an insider's peek into that world when Apple was booming.

And it certainly rings true for me… when I take good care of myself, get enough sleep, drink more water than coffee, move my body, take time to focus in on my breath, rest, reflect and prioritize it into my daily schedule, I become a better CEO for The Simplifiers. Opportunities (magically) open up and I achieve flow state for longer periods of time.

This is truly living a simplified, joy-filled life. And I hope today’s conversation sparks something new for you, as well.

Q: Are you ready to be the CEO of your well-being? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/naz-beheshti-be-the-CEO-of-your-well-being-all-star-324

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Today, we are talking all about how to harness your inner power - what it is, how to tap into it and how it’ll help you gain more confidence no matter what situation you are in. And I mean, really… who doesn’t want more of that, right??!

My all-star special guest today is leadership coach Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. She advises businesses all around the world, training leaders to tap into their own source of personal power. Through this practice of understanding that “everything is energy” - her clients have gained confidence, learn how to show up with authenticity and as a result, they build and lead highly productive teams.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “inner power” is and is NOT - she busts the misconceptions some have about power and goes much deeper than surface level

• spoiler alert: authentic power is not about dominating others… it’s time to deprogram the patriarchy, friends!

• What she means by “acquiring energy eyes” in order to read the room and also read yourself, energetically and how you show up in a space

• One super simple, practical way you can harness your inner power when you are about to do something big and scary in your work, such as a big pitch meeting or having a tough conversation
• …and ultimately, what the difference is between your ego and your soul and how to communicate between the two for greater alignment and a foundation of inner strength.

This conversation was such a delight! And about halfway into it, she led me through an exercise where I needed to get a bit vulnerable and share a question I’ve had on my heart for a while now to gain deeper clarity in my own work trajectory…

I decided to leave this bit in because well, we’re all human and I hope seeing a little bit behind my “Wizard of Oz” curtain was of value to you, especially if you’re contemplating the same. Friends, we learn together and so, if you’re here now, it means you and I were put together in perfect, Divine timing. So, I hope this episode provides a fresh perspective for you, especially if you’ve been feeling a little stuck lately or have lost your mojo somewhere along the way.

Q: Are you ready to harness your inner power? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/wendy-c-williams-harness-your-inner-power-all-star

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Crazy idea - let’s go BIG with your goals this year, now that the world is reopening once again, post pandemic. It’s time to levelset, shake things up, and get back on track.

My all-star special guest today is author Julia Pimsleur in this all-star episode and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. She’s the founder of Million Dollar Women and her main focus is to help us all go after the bigger version of your dreams.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Julia Pimsleur and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to check-in on the progress you’ve made so far towards your annual business goals and what role your mindset plays in all of this
• What a “Go Big Mindset” really is and how to cultivate yours, especially now the world is reopening
• Which simple exercises will help you to strengthen your “mindset core strength” and the three step process to “Mind the Gap” that you could follow the next time something (or someone) tries to throw you off course
• Why it’s better to choose “results over reasons” to avoid self-sabotage with your goals
• …and ultimately, how to rewrite the stories we tell ourselves, so we can reach new heights and go BIG with our goals this year.

I enjoyed this one immensely and I know you’ll get a lot out of it, too. Grab your journal and a big glass of water… this one will truly help you simplify and soar!

Q: Are you ready to go BIG with your goals? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/julia-pimsleur-go-BIG-with-your-goals-all-star-322

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My all-star special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

It’s crazy to think that the majority of people are going to be fast asleep at 2am tonight in your neighborhood and city. Like the whole world powers down to rest, all at once. If you’re someone prone to late night brain whirling or you seem to be tossing and turning for no reason at all, I hope today’s conversation really gives you some tools to try out tonight.

And let us know what worked! I’m always keen to hear from listeners on what you’re learning from the podcast, testing out in your own life, and seeing results in simplifying… reach out on Instagram @thesimplifiers, tag us, DM me… I’d love to hear from you!

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/shae-leonard-how-to-sleep-better-at-night-all-star-321

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this all-star conversation, all about how to say NO to hustle culture. And this conversation has really stuck in the forefront of my mind this entire week. So many aspects of how we choose to live our lives, who we spend time with and who we invest in. What things we bring into our lives and what things we say, “thank you but no thank you.” All of this is wrapped up in this particular topic.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jamie Varon as she simplifies how to say NO to hustle culture.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

I believe it’s the 1000 daily choices that make up my lifetime.

When I choose wisely, my little light inside shines brighter and brighter. And equally, when I get overwhelmed or exhausted, have a slip or hit the big red F-it button in the sky, well… that’s a choice too. Either way, I hope you know that you’re never too far gone. When you are rooted down in the present, surround yourself with healthy people and life-giving communities, all it sometimes takes is the courage to take the very next step.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-two-all-star-320

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It’s time to decide… is it time to (finally) say NO to hustle culture running and slowing ruining your entire life? I know I am… but you might not even be aware of the insidious undertone that is happening around us and inside us on the daily, that is totally driving the bus. It reinforces the lie of “not enough” and “you’re doing it wrong” because like any virus, it needs a host to feed on. And if that’s you I dare say, I’m willing to bet that it’s not only affecting your physical health, but your relationships, your sense of belonging, and your mental well-being. Let’s unpack all of that so we together can make a change.

My all-star special guest today for this all-star episode is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. She believes you are totally capable of building a satisfied, contented, and happy life for yourself that gently opts out of the societal “shoulds.” There is an infinite wisdom inside you that knows what will make you your most vibrant self and she just wants to help you unlock your truth.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-one-all-star-319

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Stepping back out into the world might require a supercharge of your self-confidence. Things are opening back up again (ever so slowly) and the world is finding its pace once again. But are you?

Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to supercharge your self-confidence featuring a recent conversation with author Kate Eckman. We spoke in April 2021 and that conversation really stuck in my mind for ages afterward. She believes that when we take good care of our inner world, our outer world takes care of itself. All of this is rooted in research-backed strategies in neuroscience and whole-person coaching, with a specific focus on all three parts equally: mind-body-spirit.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes we are prone to a lack of self-confidence these days, especially as women… What’s underneath it all, hidden away and keeping us from what we really want in life
• Society puts such an emphasis on our physical bodies, to lose weight and stay healthy… why she believes it’s time to focus on “shedding excess emotional and spiritual pounds” instead
• What “The Full Spirit Workout” is and the ten steps that’ll supercharge your self-confidence from the inside out:
• Stretch your comfort zone
• Lift yourself up
• Feel the burn
• Strengthen your core confidence
• Build your emotional muscles
• Boost your mental metabolism
• Step up your spiritual stamina
• Embrace your endorphins
• Rock the freedom freestyle

• Cool down with inner calm

• How to strengthen your core confidence through trust and the 5 Ps

• Presence
• Patience
• Purpose
• Preparation

• Practice

• …and ultimately, how to boost your “mental metabolism” to help you shift through any mindset blocks and help you see opportunities where you once saw insurmountable hurdles.

I’m so thrilled if this is the first time you’ve heard of Kate Eckman and her work because I’m willing to bet you’ll really resonate with her story and what she’s learned along the way.

If you’ve struggled with the feeling of “not enough-ness” in your work or life, my hope is that you find the answer to break free from that vicious cycle today. And more importantly, that you remember, the key to everything you desire and the ability to supercharge your self-confidence is actually within you right here, right now. It’s closer than you think…

Q: Are you ready to supercharge your self-confidence? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-eckman-supercharge-your-self-confidence-all-star-318

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What if I told you it was possible to level up by doing less? Would you give it a go? So many of us have been conditioned over the years that MORE is the answer. More hours in front of your computer. More hustle, more grind, more exertion equals more success. So, umm… how’s that working out for you? For me… not so great. So, let’s talk about doing less, instead.

My all-star special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less. She taps into the wisdom gained by studying regenerative farming and gardening and it turns out, these lessons learned can be applied to your work and life, just the same.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Which areas of your business that you’ll want to examine first, in order do less and simplify
• What the 4 best practices of ‘regenerative farming’ are and how they can be applied to creating a ‘regenerative’ business, rather than a just ‘sustainable’ one
• composting
• mess less
• no spray

• planting cover crops

• How to create a repeatable, provable marketing system without chasing after the “new, shiny object” or subscribing to the “hustle harder” mentality

• When you want to simplify to amplify your revenue, how to do it - spoiler alert: it’s all about creating a symbiotic ecosystem of offerings

…and ultimately, we talked about the ways she found healing and growth after experiencing a year like 2020. What big shifts she made that helped her and her husband to level up.

Q: Are you ready to level up by doing less? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-northrup-level-up-by-doing-less-all-star-317

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Here’s how to declutter your workspace in just seven minutes… but I want to do this one in a slightly different way. Instead of talking about theory, I want to make this a working episode, meaning in the next seven minutes, you and I are going to declutter our offices together. By the end of this episode, you’ll have made progress on refreshing your space and ultimately, feel proud that you did the thing.

It’s time to do the thing and declutter your workspace. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/do-the-thing-how-to-declutter-your-workspace-all-star

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Do you want to know how to organize your workspace like a pro? I don’t know about you, but the summer months always inspire me to declutter, and this year I’m going all out. Basically, I want to set fire to all the miscellaneous paper that I’ve collected this past quarter and start anew. Time to break out the fire pit and the marshmallows!

My all-star guest today is the decluttering expert of Simple Solutions Organizing, and she’s here to help us all.

My all-star special guest today is Christy Lingo and she is simplifying how to organize your workspace. This one is for you, if your desk looks like a tornado hit it. Christy offers a few simple, practical tips to get you back to thriving in your workspace.

We’ve got you covered!

In this episode, you will learn: * If it’s better to have a clean & tidy desk, or a desk of 'controlled chaos?' * How to cut the clutter in your workspace, and break the cycle * About creating a document management system (in case you also have WAY too much paper in your life - like me!) * How to create a simple system for storing online documents - yes, you can declutter here too! * How to maintain your newly decluttered workspace, especially when your busy season hits again

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. Every little bit helps when you simplify your work and life. Those small shifts—that often cost NOTHING but time—often reap the biggest rewards. Getting your workspace organized might be just the thing you need to make a big shift in your productivity and creativity.

#DoTheThing! Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/christy-lingo-organize-your-workspace-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. No matter which of the 16 personality types there are (The Healer, The Architect, The Teacher, The Protector, to name a few), this wisdom is applicable to you. Because when you understand your preferences that dictate your conscious actions and unconscious behaviors, you can create better boundaries in your work and life that help you avoid burnout.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with psychotherapist and author Jessica Butts as she simplifies how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jessica Butts and she is simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we hear about burnout being such a prevalent thing these days and her theory on the root cause
• We talked about the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types and why this tool has helped her and her clients to avoid burnout
• When we suppress our Intuition and look outside of ourselves to social media influencers, what actually is happening here… she teaches us how to look within
• How to tune out the external noise and distractions, so that you can create your own unique path with your career
• …and ultimately, we talked about “healing the hustle,” what that means, and how to redefine success on your terms, based on your personality type.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jessica-butts-how-to-use-the-Myers-Briggs-to-avoid-burnout-part-two-all-star

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What if I told you that if you knew what your Myers-Briggs personality type was, it could help you avoid burnout… would you be curious to learn more? As you may know, there are 16 different personality types and in fact, there are secrets to how each individually face, process, and handle stressful situations.

My all-star special guest today is author and psychotherapist Jessica Butts and she’s simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. She’s helped clients around the world to create a brand new definition of success, utilizing a tool kit built for your personality type. Because when you know more about who you are (deep down inside), you become empowered to make lasting, positive changes that help you stay in flow more often.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jessica Butts and she is simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we hear about burnout being such a prevalent thing these days and her theory on the root cause
• We talked about the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types and why this tool has helped her and her clients to avoid burnout
• When we suppress our Intuition and look outside of ourselves to social media influencers, what actually is happening here… she teaches us how to look within
• How to tune out the external noise and distractions, so that you can create your own unique path with your career
• …and ultimately, we talked about “healing the hustle,” what that means, and how to redefine success on your terms, based on your personality type.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jessica-butts-how-to-use-the-Myers-Briggs-to-avoid-burnout-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to identify your pain points in life. This conversation has really stuck with me this entire week through, because let’s face it… we as humans are conditioned to avoid pain at whatever cost, right? But then, ironically, we sometimes stay in situations that cause a lot of pain and strife for fear of the unknown on the other side once we take the leap. (That doesn’t make any sense at all!)

I know, for me, when I make a Bold Ask out into the world, I’m always fully supported. I may not always get what I want, when I want it, but I do know that I’m making forward progress and building incrementally on my confidence and courage. And maybe that’s the secret to what Eleanor is talking about here?

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with leadership expert Eleanor Beaton as she simplifies how to identify your pain points in life.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we (as humans) tend to avoid acknowledging our pain points in our career and in our non-work lives
• How to identify the pain points (and roadblocks) in our life that are holding us back from reaching our full potential by doing a Pain Audit
• What she means by the phrase “using pain to prune your life” - and how to begin to do it
• Learn to release these pain points with intentionality in a practical way
• …and ultimately, she talks about the 3 P’s (Power, Presence, and Position) - a simple and profound framework that helps her prune the pain points in her work and in life... and find real freedom.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eleanor-beaton-how-to-identify-your-pain-points-in-life-part-two-all-star

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At times, it’s obvious to identify your pain points in life - those things that cause you stress, strife, or leave you feeling like things are starting to go off course and you’re not sure how to get back on track. But what about the things in your work and life that are causing you pain that you are oblivious to? How do you begin to courageously work through these elements to get unstuck and start to live the life that you actually want?

My all-star special guest today is leadership expert Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it. She believes that when you take action to acknowledge, understand, and release your pain points one by one, your entire life trajectory changes. Easier said than done? Not exactly… Step one is listening to this conversation and then doing something about it.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we (as humans) tend to avoid acknowledging our pain points in our career and in our non-work lives
• How to identify the pain points (and roadblocks) in our life that are holding us back from reaching our full potential by doing a Pain Audit
• What she means by the phrase “using pain to prune your life” - and how to begin to do it
• Learn to release these pain points with intentionality in a practical way
• …and ultimately, she talks about the 3 P’s (Power, Presence, and Position) - a simple and profound framework that helps her prune the pain points in her work and in life... and find real freedom.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eleanor-beaton-how-to-identify-your-pain-points-in-life-part-one-all-star

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What does it take to create (real) social change and a deeper sense of ’belonging’ in your work? We look to the change makers and the trailblazers out in the world (just like you and me!) to show us how it’s done.

My all-star special guest today is Jess Weiner and she is simplifying how to create social change & ‘belonging’ in your work. She’s been working with brands (big and small - like Barbie with Mattel) over the last 20 years to better represent people in their media, marketing, and advertising.

One thing to keep in mind… She’s one person, just like you and me. Just one person who’s committed to making the world a better place through her work. And with the assistance of her lean and mighty team, they are helping global brands, businesses, and organizations to have better conversations with their consumers, be more aware of current cultural trends, and ultimately, create powerful social change that shifts our culture in a positive way.

So if you work with brands currently, no matter if they are big or small, my hope is that today’s conversation inspires you. Go deeper, ask the hard questions. Listen to not only what’s being said inside the boardroom, but also on the outside by their consumers. And begin to connect the dots on how cultivating a deeper sense of ’belonging’ through your work could also spark greater social change in small (and BIG!) ways in the year ahead.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jess Weiner and she’s simplifying how she created social change with Barbie. In this episode, you will learn: * How to ensure that everyone not only has a seat at the table, but also have a voice that is being heard * A few simple questions you could ask your clients that would begin to create social change through their work, as inspired by Jess’ work with Mattel’s Barbie and Dove * Why it’s important to “leverage your privilege to amplify other’s voices” * How to make this an ongoing, impactful shift, rather than a flashy, “one-and-done” mentality that our clients tend to opt for * How to cultivate ‘belonging’ in your own team, starting with yourself as the business owner * Why the current “hustle & grind” culture that is being preached to entrepreneurs these days is a trap and how to avoid the “compare & despair” rat race

When I watched Jess’ TEDx talk called “The Confidence Myth,” I knew I wanted to chat with her on the podcast. She’s a wealth of knowledge, a good egg, and an all-around inspirational entrepreneur out in the world, #doingthething. Enjoy!

Q: Are you ready to create social change? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jess-weiner-how-I-created-social-change-with-Barbie-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this all-star conversation, all about how to relax your mind. Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Peter Russell as he simplifies how to relax your mind.

It’s time to simplify…Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Ok, let’s roll the tape back to September 2021 when this conversation originally aired and simplify how to relax your mind with author Peter Russell.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax-your-mind-part-two-all-star-310

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What would it take to relax your mind? Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

My all-star special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. Spoiler alert: it’s all about letting go of your mindset as holding on creates tension and unmet expectations. Peter shows us that what we get hung up on are generally not the tangible problems we face in the present… but rather, the thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and expectations that we have about them. This is what trips us up, yet they aren’t actual things… they only exist in our mind. So, when we learn to strip them of their power, we relax our minds and gain greater peace of mind, no matter what turbulence might be happening around us.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Ok, let’s roll the tape back to September 2021 when this conversation originally aired and simplify how to relax your mind with author Peter Russell.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax-your-mind-part-one-all-star-309

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to reawaken your sexy side. Whooo boy, this one is taking off like wildfire! I know this would be a hot topic and I’m so pleased to share this all-star conversation with you, so we can collectively dust off the cobwebs and re-emerge together.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jolie Dawn as she simplifies how to reawaken your sexy side.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic
• …and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-two-308

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Let’s spice things up a bit and talk about how to reawaken your sexy side. If you’ve been feeling like your confidence has gone into hibernation these last couple of years, this episode is especially for you.

My all-star special guest today is author Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. She believes that “your feminine pleasure is the gateway to your expression, your creativity and your deepest inner wisdom… that when you’re turned on, you’re connected to Life Force creation energy,” which changes your entire outlook on your work and life. And all of this highly intrigues me! If your sexuality has laid dormant due to big changes in your life or felt so distant from your true identity for way too long, Jolie has the antidote to help you re-emerge.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic
• …and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

There’s a certain new energy in the air. Can you feel it? If you haven’t listened to this month’s guided visualization exercise yet, I highly recommend cueing it up and listening to it after this episode, especially if you’re feeling stuck and want to integrate some of this deep wisdom into your body.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-one-307

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Are you ready to create more pleasure in your life? Well, buckle up, buttercup and let’s take a walk together. You’ll want to listen to this one without others around, trust me.

My all-star special guest today is author Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. Let’s face it… a life worth living isn’t solely about work, money, and success. In fact, some would say (including me) that those things are a small sliver of what makes a life whole. Let’s talk about pleasure, desire, sex and asking for what you really, really want… my goodness, now THAT’S a great topic to simplify!

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why pleasure is a key component to living a whole life
• How to begin to ask for what you desire, especially if you’ve been a people pleaser for so long
• What to do if you’ve got zero libido, feeling overworked, and on the verge of burnout
• For those who might be dealing with past sexual trauma, she shares her personal story and what helped her reemerge stronger
• …and ultimately, where you can find more time in your schedule, especially during the holidays for pleasure.

Remember, we are not robots and we cannot focus on our work 24/7… as humans, we need to define our desires, learn to discern which are the healthiest for us to attract, and communicate them with others. Laura shares her journey creating more pleasure in her life and what she learned all along the way. No matter if you’re single, married, male, female or none of the above, this one's for you!

Q: Are you ready to create more pleasure in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laura-zam-create-more-pleasure-all-star-306

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We are continuing our all-star season, bringing back some of my favorite conversations from the vaults of The Simplifiers Podcast and sharing them once again. I think that this one (which originally aired in June 2020) with author Nancy Levin fits so well inside the theme of “self-discipline” that we are exploring this month.

So, how do you set healthy boundaries in life, especially if you feel like yours get trampled on over and over again? In my mind, boundaries are in fact, one of the very best ways to cultivate self-discipline, helping you keep your eye on the prize of what you want most in life.

Therefore, it’s a delight to feature this all-episode once again. Through her books, Nancy helps overachieving people-pleasers learn to live life on their own terms. Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Nancy Levin and she’s simplifying how to set healthy boundaries. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why some women struggle to define and uphold their boundaries, personally or professionally
• How to begin the process of defining your boundaries by writing a “boundary script”
• What to do if you’re attempting to conquer codependent behaviors
• The steps to creating your own “boundary pyramid,” a simple tool to help you set healthy boundaries
• How to say ‘no’ effectively and stick with it

…and ultimately, understanding what your “bottom-line boundary” is and how to set it and communicate it with others, confidently.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out how to set healthy boundaries in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nancy-levin-how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-all-star-305

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I love this all-star episode so much and it’s perfect for our theme of Gratitude and Grace this month, talking all about how to cultivate gratitude.

My special guest today is author Nancy Davis Kho and she’s simplifying how to cultivate gratitude and lasting happiness in your life by writing one letter at a time. Nancy has found healing through writing and her latest book, ‘The Thank-You Project,’ recounts her experience of writing thank-you letters to 50 people, places and pastimes that have shaped her lifetime so far. If you’re looking to heal old wounds or create more gratitude in your life, this episode is for you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nancy Davis Kho and she’s simplifying how to cultivate gratitude + happiness. In this episode, you will learn: * Why the practice of “deliberate gratitude” has the power to be restorative in our lives and mental wellness * How writing thank-you notes (even ones you DON’T send) can help you create more resiliency, happiness and connection in your work and life * What the “Thank-You Project” is and how to try it yourself in 3 simple steps… see, say, savor * How to decide which letters you could write first and why + Who has helped me and how? + Who has shaped me and how? + Who has inspired me and how?

• How to decide which letters to send and which NOT to send… and why
• …and ultimately, she shares the profound life lessons that she learned in this year-long experiment that helped her change the trajectory of things, in a good way.

I know that there is so much joy that can be found when I reconnect with beloved people from my past. When you muster up the courage to check-in, touch base, and write a letter from the heart, good things always come in return. Even if you write the letter and never send it, your heart softens, gratitude rises, and release happens.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out how to cultivate more gratitude and happiness in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nancy-davis-kho-how-to-cultivate-gratitude-and-happiness-304-all-star

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Here’s another all-star episode that I love so much and wanted to share with you today. As we round out this month's theme of “self-discipline” I think this topic is the perfect one to help us bring it all home.

Today, we are talking all about how to finish that next big project… no, really. Done, finished, tick it off the list, stick a fork in it, and be DONE. But the problem is… most projects we start, we never finish them! Why is that??!

My special guest today is author Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. You see, she’s got a theory that the reason we mysteriously stop within sight of the finish line is actually because not all parts of you want what you think you want. In fact, these sub-personalities inside you have a distorted loyalty to your core negative beliefs and that’s what is keeping you stuck.

Here’s how to squash all of that.

My special guest today is Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. * Why driven, go-getter, type-A kind of people tend to lose steam just before completing a big goal in their life * What the “Final 8th” is and how to overcome any self-sabotage when you’re working towards your goals personally or professionally * How to speak to your inner selves for clarity and insight through a technique called voice dialogue * Why it’s just as important to uncover our “core negative beliefs” as well as your core values to get at the root of things

… and ultimately, what the key difference is between a person who achieves their goals easily vs. those who don’t.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out why you sometimes can’t seem to finish that next big project? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/bridgit-dengel-gaspard-how-to-finish-that-next-big-project-all-star

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My all-star special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

It’s crazy to think that the majority of people are going to be fast asleep at 2am tonight in your neighborhood and city. Like the whole world powers down to rest, all at once. If you’re someone prone to late night brain whirling or you seem to be tossing and turning for no reason at all, I hope today’s conversation really gives you some tools to try out tonight.

And let us know what worked! I’m always keen to hear from listeners on what you’re learning from the podcast, testing out in your own life, and seeing results in simplifying… reach out on Instagram @thesimplifiers, tag us, DM me… I’d love to hear from you!

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/shae-leonard-how-to-sleep-better-at-night-all-star-302

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Are you feeling a bit stuck when it comes to your income? Like you’ve hit a plateau and can’t seem to surpass it? We’ve all been there before at some point in our journey of running a small business and the tendency is to believe the myth that we just need to work HARDER or put in MORE hours or push, push, push until our bodies break and relationships suffer. Bleh… no thanks. There’s definitely a better way.

My all-star special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. She’s sharing all the inside secrets on how to master the inner game of entrepreneurship and manage your mindset to grow your business. If you’ve been pushing for way too long and are ready to try something different, grab a pen and paper… and get ready to take notes. This episode could spark you on a new path towards tripling your income in one year like Amira did.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What (typically) stops most female small business owners from hitting a certain threshold of income - what’s really happening underneath it all
• Working more hours does NOT equal more income… she shares a better way to look at it, strategically:
• • identify your blocks
  • focus on the most essential, needle-moving actions like sales
• What the 7 questions are that you must ask every single prospective client that’s going to help you get closer to 7-figure sales this year:
• • What do you want? Then, what’s important to you about having that?
  • What’s stopping you from having what you want?
  • So, are you saying… ???
  • What happens if you don’t solve this?
  • Are you committed to solving this?
  • Great, would you like to hear about how I can help you with this?
  • Would you like to get started today?
• …and ultimately, what the 3 simple and effective ways that you can scale your work this year to significantly increase your income and how to decide which is best, when:
• • Raise your prices
  • Sell more quantity, and/or
  • Add a new channel of income

Q: Are you ready to make an income breakthrough? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/amira-alvarez-how-to-make-an-income-breakthrough-all-star

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Do you need to write and deliver a compelling keynote speech soon? What about a sales pitch? Or do you need to formulate the words to really motivate and empower your audience? If yes, you’re in the right place.

My all-star special guest today is professional public speaker Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. Writing a compelling speech takes skill, a bit of wit, and a mastery of the craft of storytelling.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it is important to sharpen your skills as a compelling communicator
• What he learned as an attorney that helped him become a better keynote speaker and communicator
• He reveals his “Performative Speaking” framework and how to create your “go-to” story for your keynote speech. Here are the secrets...

5 ingredients to a good story:

• identify your characters
• define their relationships
• describe the environment with all 5 senses
• create a conflict that needs to be resolved
• have a clear resolutions that ends the story with impact

4 stages of the “Performative Speaking” framework:

• adventure
• adversity
• triumph
• humor
• How to create emotion and captivate your audience in a compelling way
• …and ultimately, we talked about utilizing the power of video - what are some ways you can deliver a keynote speech (or tell your story) online, rather than in person?

Q: Are you ready to write a compelling keynote speech? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robbie-crabtree-write-a-compelling-keynote-speech-all-star

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Do you want to write your first book this year? So do I! I’m knee deep in the process already but when I first got started, I know I had swirling thoughts like, “…umm, how do I do that?!”

My all-star special guest today is Elizabeth Kracht and she is simplifying how to write your first book. If you’ve never done it before, it can be a mystifying and harrowing process. Do you self-publish or not? Do you write the whole book or just start with a rough outline? And where in the world do you meet a literary agent?? So many questions… all the questions! Don’t worry, I asked them ALL for you.

My hope is that today’s conversation spins you in the right direction if you’re just getting started on writing your first book.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Elizabeth Kracht and she’s simplifying how to write your first book. In this episode, you will learn: * What the very first step is that you need to take once you’ve decided to write a book * A few questions that’ll help you define the core building blocks of your book and ensure you stay on track throughout the entire writing process. Ask yourself… * + What do you most want to say with your work and WHY? + How do you want to help people with this book? + Who is your exact target audience? * How to decide which genre is the very best for the message you want to convey and she shared a few different genre options that are best if you’re writing a non-fiction book * What elements you’ll need to include in your book proposal, including… * + the overview + the target audience + about the author section + your marketing plan + your list of competitive titles + the chapter outline + a couple sample chapters * All about the bells and whistles… what are a few additional features that you could include in your book that would make it a richer reading experience and more exciting for your reader? Things like… * + case studies + music playlists + worksheets & journaling prompts + recipes and more * How to format your book, especially if you’re publishing in the US

If you’re anything like me, I bet half of your heart is totally excited about the writing process and ready to dive in… and the other half is utterly petrified! It’s the fact that “you don’t know what you don’t know” that makes the entire process exhilarating.

Just remember… anything new is going to be a wee bit scary at first. Riding a bike, going scuba diving, or even when you take the leap to write your first book. That’s why most people don’t do it. It’s the great unknown and it’s much, much easier to sit back, instead of taking action on this dream. But if you’re tuning in right now and you hear that Divine whisper in your heart telling you to “write that book!” - my hope is that today’s conversation gives you a little more confidence and a whole lot of spark to go out and #dothething!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/elizabeth-kracht-how-to-write-your-first-book-all-star

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Are you ready to step up and be the CEO of your well-being? If last year taught us anything at all, it reminded us of how incredibly important it is to take good care of our body, mind, and spirit in order to stay grounded through big change. Self-care is no longer a “should” but a “must-have” priority to maintain your well-being as an entrepreneur.

My all-star special guest today is author Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. Like a CEO, you’re setting the vision for the year ahead, making calculated predictions that will hopefully pay off in the months to come and equally, making cuts where necessary. All of this requires a whole new vantage point on how you live your life and a possible shift in your mindset to level up.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What she learned while working as Steve Jobs’ executive assistant, inside the pressure cooker of Silicon Valley… how this brilliant person took great care of himself and equally grew the Apple brand simultaneously
• Her book is called “Pause. Breathe. Choose.” - we take a deep dive into all three sections and she defines what mindfulness could look like through a pandemic
• How to make better choices that will help us manage our stress and build resilience, using the ACE Method: acute, chronic, eustress
• …and ultimately, what the “3 P’s to well-being” are - pain, prana and purpose, understanding how we can tap into all three areas to our advantage, through our work. We also do a breathwork exercise together to build that prana life-force energy.

It was fascinating to hear her stories of working with Steve Jobs early on in her career, to really get an insider's peek into that world when Apple was booming.

And it certainly rings true for me… when I take good care of myself, get enough sleep, drink more water than coffee, move my body, take time to focus in on my breath, rest, reflect and prioritize it into my daily schedule, I become a better CEO for The Simplifiers. Opportunities (magically) open up and I achieve flow state for longer periods of time.

This is truly living a simplified, joy-filled life. And I hope today’s conversation sparks something new for you, as well.

Q: Are you ready to be the CEO of your well-being? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/naz-beheshti-be-the-CEO-of-your-well-being-all-star

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Today, we are talking all about how to harness your inner power - what it is, how to tap into it and how it’ll help you gain more confidence no matter what situation you are in. And I mean, really… who doesn’t want more of that, right??!

My all-star special guest today is leadership coach Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. She advises businesses all around the world, training leaders to tap into their own source of personal power. Through this practice of understanding that “everything is energy” - her clients have gained confidence, learn how to show up with authenticity and as a result, they build and lead highly productive teams.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “inner power” is and is NOT - she busts the misconceptions some have about power and goes much deeper than surface level
• • spoiler alert: authentic power is not about dominating others… it’s time to deprogram the patriarchy, friends!
• What she means by “acquiring energy eyes” in order to read the room and also read yourself, energetically and how you show up in a space
• One super simple, practical way you can harness your inner power when you are about to do something big and scary in your work, such as a big pitch meeting or having a tough conversation
• …and ultimately, what the difference is between your ego and your soul and how to communicate between the two for greater alignment and a foundation of inner strength.

This conversation was such a delight! And about halfway into it, she led me through an exercise where I needed to get a bit vulnerable and share a question I’ve had on my heart for a while now to gain deeper clarity in my own work trajectory…

I decided to leave this bit in because well, we’re all human and I hope seeing a little bit behind my “Wizard of Oz” curtain was of value to you, especially if you’re contemplating the same. Friends, we learn together and so, if you’re here now, it means you and I were put together in perfect, Divine timing. So, I hope this episode provides a fresh perspective for you, especially if you’ve been feeling a little stuck lately or have lost your mojo somewhere along the way.

Q: Are you ready to harness your inner power? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/wendy-c-williams-harness-your-inner-power-all-star

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Today, we are talking all about how to improve your digestion. Are you feeling a bit bloated, and well, clogged up? Aha, this one is for you!

My all-star special guest today is Cool Beans co-founder Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. There’s nothing worse than having tummy aches and feeling like your body isn’t working right. Tyler believes that with a few simple shifts in what you eat, all of this could improve fairly quickly.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why focusing on your gut health and digestion is so (darn) important these days for whole body health and wellness
• What the big secret is behind beans as a superfood… and how to incorporate more beans into your meals, in a simple way
• How to have more food diversity in what you eat weekly and why so many people are going plant-based nowadays
• With new food innovation these days, there seem to be more plant-based choices in our grocery stores than ever before. How to avoid the “vegan junk food” craze and make better choices when grocery shopping
• …and ultimately, I asked him about his take on “The Carnivore Diet” (aka. only eating meat) that seems to be the latest fad and is it good for your body or not?

If you’ve been contemplating making a shift towards a plant-based diet or going vegetarian, you’ll definitely enjoy this conversation. And it might start small like doing “Meatless Monday” or taking the time to read the labels when you shop for groceries. Remember, you’re looking for items made from whole food, minimally processed ingredients. Less packaging and added chemicals/preservatives, more plants is best. You’ll find your brain fog disappears, the bloating melts away, and your skin is clearer. Yes, yes, and YES!

Q: Are you ready to improve your digestion? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/tyler-mayoras-improve-your-digestion-all-star

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How resilient is your heart right now and do you feel like you’re in a space to cultivate more joy? My all-star special guest today is Dr. Eva Selhub and she’s simplifying how to cultivate joy through resilience. No matter what hard season you’re going through right now, she shares the secrets to shift your mindset now, so you can get back to center and back to finding your joy faster.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Dr. Eva Selhub and she’s simplifying how to cultivate joy through resilience.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines the concept of ‘resilience,’ especially for entrepreneurs and small business owners
• Like a high performance athlete who trains their muscles, how to build your resilience through mindset work
• What the 6 pillars of resiliency are and a deep dive into how to practice ‘emotional equilibrium’
• How to avoid the ‘victim’s mindset’ when things seem to be spiraling out of control
• …and ultimately, we talked about stress. It’s inevitable, right? So, how to use stress to our advantage in business and in our lives the next time it happens.

Q: Are you ready to cultivate more joy in your life? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
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And this time, I wanna talk about money and how to manage your cash flow. In other words, helping you better track the money coming in and the money going out of your business. Which sounds simple (on the surface) but so many of us get tripped up by it along the way. Why? Well, there might be more at play underneath… so let’s talk about that.

My special guest today is CPA Stephen King and he’s simplifying how to better manage your cash flow. He leads a US-based accounting team called Growthforce and in this episode he breaks it all down for us, sharing tips on how to identify, measure, and track your cash flow wisely. Ultimately, this will help you make better decisions when managing your finances by looking at your historical figures for clues that’ll help you better predict your financial future in the year ahead.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Stephen King and he’s simplifying how to manage your cash flow. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How he defines healthy cash flow as it relates to running a small business. What it is and what it is NOT
• A few practical ways you can manage the cash flowing into your business… and how to improve it
• • 13 week cash flow forecast
  • pay slowly rules
  • managing interest rates on your company credit cards
• The biggest mistake people make when it comes to cash flow and how to overcome it
• What the 3 F’s of collections are and how to tackle the 3 biggest objections you might hear from your customers when you directly ask them to pay their bill:
• • Be Firm
  • Be Friendly
  • Be Focused

…and ultimately, how to have better financial management overall for your business, even without a degree in accounting.

You can do it, I believe in you!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to better manage your cash flow? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/stephen-king-manage-your-cash-flow-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to shine bright and reclaim your radiance. As I get older and wiser, I’m starting to realize where the root of true radiance and vibrancy comes from… it’s not the clothes I wear or the makeup I put on. It’s not even my physical body that I see in the mirror. But rather, true radiance where my little light shines bright all starts from within. Finding that safety and security by finally coming home to my mind, body and spirit FIRST, rather than seeking it externally. Let those words sink in for a second… what you seek is already within you right now. And I hope this conversation with Sarah solidifies that in your heart as well, on how to do it.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my all-star conversation with Sarah Hagstrom as she simplifies how to shine bright.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Some insight into her childhood and how that affected her health as an adult - what she did to reverse the chronic pain and tackle the digestion issues once and for all
• What she means when she says “prune for progress” to reclaim your radiance and to truly live your purpose
• When we realize nothing is “good or bad” or “right or wrong” in life, how that simple, yet profound truth helps us shine brighter
• How to put an end to “people-pleasing” tendencies and focus more on doing the things that truly light you up first
• …and ultimately, she shares simple, practical tips that have helped her live with more grace, ease and flow both personally and professionally.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to shine bright? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sarah-hagstrom-how-to-shine-bright-part-two-all-star

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Part of being a truly radiant person is to learn how to shine bright, yet without that pesky ego getting in the way. Many times you hear about people who “suck all the oxygen out of the room” or others who feel destined to be a wallflower forever. And in both scenarios, I find it fascinating that these are fear-based perceptions… Comparing yourself to others is the quickest way to dim your own light inside. So how do we avoid this fear loop and instead show up to life as our full, vibrant selves?

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright and reclaim your radiance. Her personal story battling with chronic pain, digestive issues, overworking and people pleasing is one that I’m sure many of us have grappled with at some point in our own lives. The good news is… it doesn’t have to be your “forever story.” Sarah shows us a better way to do less and focus on the things in life that truly light you up… and as she puts it, she teaches us to remember the simple phrase of “let’s try easier” to help you lighten the load when things feel heavy, stressful or overwhelming. It seems that the secret to radiance is here, too.

Here’s how.

My all-star special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Some insight into her childhood and how that affected her health as an adult - what she did to reverse the chronic pain and tackle the digestion issues once and for all
• What she means when she says “prune for progress” to reclaim your radiance and to truly live your purpose
• When we realize nothing is “good or bad” or “right or wrong” in life, how that simple, yet profound truth helps us shine brighter
• How to put an end to “people-pleasing” tendencies and focus more on doing the things that truly light you up first
• …and ultimately, she shares simple, practical tips that have helped her live with more grace, ease and flow both personally and professionally.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to shine bright? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available wih all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sarah-hagstrom-how-to-shine-bright-part-one-all-star

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Stepping back out into the world might require a supercharge of your self-confidence. Things are opening back up again (ever so slowly) and the world is finding its pace once again. But are you?

Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to supercharge your self-confidence featuring a recent conversation with author Kate Eckman. We spoke in April 2021 and that conversation really stuck in my mind for ages afterward. She believes that when we take good care of our inner world, our outer world takes care of itself. All of this is rooted in research-backed strategies in neuroscience and whole-person coaching, with a specific focus on all three parts equally: mind-body-spirit.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes we are prone to a lack of self-confidence these days, especially as women… What’s underneath it all, hidden away and keeping us from what we really want in life
• Society puts such an emphasis on our physical bodies, to lose weight and stay healthy… why she believes it’s time to focus on “shedding excess emotional and spiritual pounds” instead
• What “The Full Spirit Workout” is and the ten steps that’ll supercharge your self-confidence from the inside out:
• • Stretch your comfort zone
  • Lift yourself up
  • Feel the burn
  • Strengthen your core confidence
  • Build your emotional muscles
  • Boost your mental metabolism
  • Step up your spiritual stamina
  • Embrace your endorphins
  • Rock the freedom freestyle
  • Cool down with inner calm
• How to strengthen your core confidence through trust and the 5 Ps
• • Presence
  • Patience
  • Purpose
  • Preparation
  • Practice
• …and ultimately, how to boost your “mental metabolism” to help you shift through any mindset blocks and help you see opportunities where you once saw insurmountable hurdles.

Q: Are you ready to supercharge your self-confidence? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-eckman-supercharge-your-self-confidence-all-star

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Do you wish you could simplify your wardrobe a little bit? More importantly, when you open your closet, do you feel like you’ve got NOTHING to wear? Girl, I feel ya. If your personal style could use a bit of a refresh or you’re finding the task of getting dressed in the mornings totally tedious and borderline stressful, this one is for you!

My special guest today is Sarah Jackson and she is sharing easy ways to simplify your wardrobe and personal style. Like it or not, how you feel in the outfit you wear today directly influences how you show up in the world… and especially, how people will perceive you.

So, it’s important to know that the clothes you wear today (even if you work from home and your cat is your only co-worker) will have an impact on how confident you are, if you hit your sales goals and how you #dothething. But here’s the good news… Sarah promises that (more than likely), you won’t need to go out and purchase loads and loads of new clothes to do it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sarah Jackson and she’s simplifying how to simplify your wardrobe & personal style. In this episode, you will learn: * Why it’s important to define your personal style through fashion and what you’ll gain along the way * How to begin to clarify what your personal style is - what questions she asks her personal styling clients that helps them find theirs * How to create a capsule wardrobe per season, so getting dressed in the mornings is a cinch * How to be strategic about what you where to certain work functions and what colors are best for certain situations (such as a sales pitch meeting, conferences, networking, or when you speak onstage) * What to do if your career evolves over time and how to evolve your personal style with it * How to shop more ethically and reduce the amount of “fast fashion” we all purchase and consume in the world

I loved this conversation because I know I’ve got a few outfits in my wardrobe that are guaranteed to make me feel like a million bucks when I wear them. This stuff works!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to simplify your wardrobe & personal style? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing! Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sarah-jackson-simplify-your-wardrobe-all-star

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What if I told you it was possible to level up by doing less? Would you give it a go? So many of us have been conditioned over the years that MORE is the answer. More hours in front of your computer. More hustle, more grind, more exertion equals more success. So, umm… how’s that working out for you? For me… not so great. So, let’s talk about doing less, instead.

My all-star special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less. She taps into the wisdom gained by studying regenerative farming and gardening and it turns out, these lessons learned can be applied to your work and life, just the same.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Which areas of your business that you’ll want to examine first, in order do less and simplify
• What the 4 best practices of ‘regenerative farming’ are and how they can be applied to creating a ‘regenerative’ business, rather than a just ‘sustainable’ one
• • composting
  • mess less
  • no spray
  • planting cover crops
• How to create a repeatable, provable marketing system without chasing after the “new, shiny object” or subscribing to the “hustle harder” mentality
• When you want to simplify to amplify your revenue, how to do it - spoiler alert: it’s all about creating a symbiotic ecosystem of offerings

…and ultimately, we talked about the ways she found healing and growth after experiencing a year like 2020. What big shifts she made that helped her and her husband to level up.

Not that you need my permission, but I bet you’re totally ready to level up and do less. So, let’s make TODAY the day we do it.

Q: Are you ready to level up by doing less? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing! ----Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-northrup-level-up-by-doing-less-all-star

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I’m willing to bet you’ve either heard someone mention “The 5 Love Languages” recently, or you’ve read the book, or you’ve given the book as a wedding gift to a beloved friend. This book has taken the world by storm, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list consistently since 2009!

My guest, Dr Gary Chapman, shares his brilliant framework for understanding how people give and receive love and appreciation. Dr Gary Chapman is the author of The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts® and many other books.

In this episode, you will learn: * More about the 5 Love Languages: * + Words of Affirmation + Quality Time + Receiving Gifts + Acts of Service + Physical Touch * How you can tell which your primary love language is * Why it’s important to ‘keep our love tank full’ * What couples can do when they are drifting apart * What some couples believe about marriage and relationships that simply isn’t true * How you can share the love languages with a partner who has a different belief system * How you can apply these principles at work and in your family

Dr. Chapman is an absolute delight. He’s funny, down-to-earth and shares so much wisdom in this all-star episode recorded back in 2018. I hope it brings a smile to your face, and offers you a compass to help navigate tricky relationships this season.

I can only hope that I’ll be this bright, warm and full of sparkle at age 81 like he is.

DoTheThing. Show notes available with all links here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/gary-chapman-how-to-simplify-the-5-love-languages-all-star

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Are you trying to figure out how to deal with menopause or curious if you’re on the brink of it all? Welp, friends… this one is for you!

My special guest today is author Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause. No matter if you’re at the beginning of it all and you’re starting to notice your period is getting irregular. Or your midsection resembles more of a rectangle than an hourglass (um, like me). Or maybe, you’re already knee deep in it all with hot flashes and more… we’re simplifying it all down for you, so you can make sense of it all.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first signs of perimenopause and menopause are that you need to be looking out for
• Your hormones will start to shift in your 40s and 50s… what are the basics you need to know and why working out longer and harder in the gym is NOT the answer to losing weight
• What intermittent fasting is and why it might be the right solution for those looking to recalibrate their hormones
• How does intermittent fasting work, is it safe and what the three phases of fasting are:
• • Fast foundation
  • Fast forward
  • Fast forever
• …and ultimately, how to make sense of all the changes your body is going through without losing your mind along the way.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to deal with menopause with grace? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laurie-lewis-how-to-deal-with-menopause-all-star

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Crazy idea - let’s go BIG with your goals this year, now that the world is reopening once again, post pandemic. It’s time to levelset, shake things up, and get back on track.

My special guest today is author Julia Pimsleur in this all-star episode and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. She’s the founder of Million Dollar Women and her main focus is to help us all go after the bigger version of your dreams.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Julia Pimsleur and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to check-in on the progress you’ve made so far towards your annual business goals and what role your mindset plays in all of this
• What a “Go Big Mindset” really is and how to cultivate yours, especially now the world is reopening
• Which simple exercises will help you to strengthen your “mindset core strength” and the three step process to “Mind the Gap” that you could follow the next time something (or someone) tries to throw you off course
• Why it’s better to choose “results over reasons” to avoid self-sabotage with your goals
• …and ultimately, how to rewrite the stories we tell ourselves, so we can reach new heights and go BIG with our goals this year.

I enjoyed this one immensely and I know you’ll get a lot out of it, too. Grab your journal and a big glass of water… this one will truly help you simplify and soar!

Q: Are you ready to go BIG with your goals? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/julia-pimsleur-go-BIG-with-your-goals-all-star

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Are you ready to create more pleasure in your life? Well, buckle up, buttercup and let’s take a walk together. You’ll want to listen to this one without others around, trust me.

My special guest today is author Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. Let’s face it… a life worth living isn’t solely about work, money, and success. In fact, some would say (including me) that those things are a small sliver of what makes a life whole. Let’s talk about pleasure, desire, sex and asking for what you really, really want… my goodness, now THAT’S a great topic to simplify!

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why pleasure is a key component to living a whole life
• How to begin to ask for what you desire, especially if you’ve been a people pleaser for so long
• What to do if you’ve got zero libido, feeling overworked, and on the verge of burnout
• For those who might be dealing with past sexual trauma, she shares her personal story and what helped her reemerge stronger

…and ultimately, where you can find more time in your schedule, especially during the holidays for pleasure.

Q: Are you ready to create more pleasure in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laura-zam-create-more-pleasure-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to stop yo-yo-dieting… and boy howdy, this is certainly a HOT topic. You see, modern culture doesn’t want you to realize that everything you need to get off this crazy train is well within your grasp right now. It instead wants you to keep consuming, keep falling off the wagon, keep shaming yourself to only repeat the cycle over and over and over again. Yo-yo dieting is a trap… and you know this, you ALWAYS regain the weight back (if not more). Enough. Time to choose something different.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my all-star conversation with author and nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares as she simplifies how to stop yo-yo dieting. All of this will help you make better choices in life. It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author + nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “wellness” is, especially in this day and age when fast food and instant gratification is slowly killing us all
• Have you noticed? Why people of color are rarely represented in the billion-dollar industry of health and wellness and how to make a positive change here
• What are some practical ways we can incorporate more plant-based whole foods into our meals, especially when we’re limited on time
• Why herbs are an important, secret weapon to healing and to a healthy lifestyle - as part of what she calls the Reclaiming Wellness Method

…and ultimately, when people are ready to stop yo-yo dieting, she talks about the role that music and community plays in all of this.

Q: Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jovanka-ciares-stop-yo-yo-dieting-part-two-all-star

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Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting once and for all? Lord knows, it doesn’t work but we get woo-ed by the bright, shiny object syndrome of magic pills and “5 steps to the body you desire” nonsense that’s shoved down our throats especially in these months leading up to summer. Enough. Let’s make a choice to try something different.

My special guest today on this all-star episode is author Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting and instead, reclaim your wellness. She shares age-old practices from around the world that help us all lead a healthy, happy and beautiful life, regardless of our age, gender, ethnicity, income or social status. So, if you’re tired of bouncing from one doctor’s office to the next and packing on more prescription pills and pounds around the midsection than ever before… Jovanka shares a better way to create your own wellness journey that works specifically for you and your body.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author + nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “wellness” is, especially in this day and age when fast food and instant gratification is slowly killing us all
• Have you noticed? Why people of color are rarely represented in the billion-dollar industry of health and wellness and how to make a positive change here
• What are some practical ways we can incorporate more plant-based whole foods into our meals, especially when we’re limited on time
• Why herbs are an important, secret weapon to healing and to a healthy lifestyle - as part of what she calls the Reclaiming Wellness Method
• …and ultimately, when people are ready to stop yo-yo dieting, she talks about the role that music and community plays in all of this.

Q: Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jovanka-ciares-stop-yo-yo-dieting-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to adopt a healthy mindset. For me, the more and more I discuss how the subconscious in our brains work, the more I get genuinely curious with how the mind, body and spirit work in harmony. Even deeper still, what happens when one is out of whack? Does it affect your ability to make wise decisions (Yes.) Does it hijack your day and jeopardize where you are headed next? (Yes and yes.) So yeah, let’s talk about it.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Toks Aruoture as she simplifies how to adopt a healthy mindset.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the “back-to-school” season is a particularly great time to refresh your mindset
• Her beliefs on why “everything that happens in your life is directly related to your mindset”
• What roadblocks and hindrances that you might have (consciously or unconsciously) that are keeping you from having a healthy mindset
• How to “play big” in life and (as she says), unwrap your gifts that’ll help you thrive

…and ultimately, why she believes authenticity is the key ingredient to a healthy mindset and how to be more authentic in your work and life.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to adopt a more healthy mindset? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

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Are you ready to learn how to adopt a healthy mindset? Because the truth is, when you get your mind in a healthy place, everything else starts to (like magic) slot into place. Have you noticed this? Opportunities open up, people pop into your mind and when you reach out to them, collaborations get sparked and life begins to unfold in beautiful ways. Abundance is found where there was once scarcity. So again, the question really is… are you ready?

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. She believes that when you realize and understand that everything that has happened and will happen in your life is 100% directly related to your mind, your whole reality changes. And so she poses a very simple question for you to ponder while listening to our conversation, “what healthy seeds will you plant in your mind today?”

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the “back-to-school” season is a particularly great time to refresh your mindset
• Her beliefs on why “everything that happens in your life is directly related to your mindset”
• What roadblocks and hindrances that you might have (consciously or unconsciously) that are keeping you from having a healthy mindset
• How to “play big” in life and (as she says), unwrap your gifts that’ll help you thrive

…and ultimately, why she believes authenticity is the key ingredient to a healthy mindset and how to be more authentic in your work and life.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to adopt a more healthy mindset? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/toks-aruoture-how-to-adopt-a-healthy-mindset-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this all-star conversation, all about how to develop your psychic gifts and I’m curious…. Has the world around you changed a bit? For example, have you noticed your interactions with people in your everyday life seem a bit different or have you noticed little signals or cues that you hadn’t spotted before like the perfect song came on the radio at that very perfect moment? The truth is… they’ve been there all along, it’s just that you’re now open to receive them.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author MaryAnn DiMarco as she simplifies how to develop your psychic gifts. All of this will help you make better choices in life.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she believes that everyone is capable of being psychic… What are the clues you could look for (in yourself and the signs/signals around us) to confirm this?
• Why it’s important to “get the ego in check” in order to channel the Universe’s energy and your “Universal team”
• What the 6 ways that Spirit communicates with us are through sensory input
• How to put boundaries into play in a practical way when tapping into your psychic gifts
• …and ultimately, you’ll learn that balance is a large part of integrating Divine Guidance into everyday life - MaryAnn shows us 1-2 ways we can do this, starting today.

Q: Are you ready to develop your psychic gifts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maryann-dimarco-develop-your-psychic-gifts-part-two-all-star

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What if you could develop your psychic gifts to help you have a better understanding of life and your purpose? Would you be open to receiving this gift?

My all-star special guest today is author MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. It’s that deep inner knowing that guides you through life if you listen to it. For me, it’s like having a sherpa who’s running alongside me, helping me to make wise decisions and see the bigger picture, too.

MaryAnn believes that everyone (yes, even you) can access this divine guidance to enhance your everyday life and better serve others.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she believes that everyone is capable of being psychic… What are the clues you could look for (in yourself and the signs/signals around us) to confirm this?
• Why it’s important to “get the ego in check” in order to channel the Universe’s energy and your “Universal team”
• What the 6 ways that Spirit communicates with us are through sensory input
• How to put boundaries into play in a practical way when tapping into your psychic gifts
• …and ultimately, you’ll learn that balance is a large part of integrating Divine Guidance into everyday life - MaryAnn shows us 1-2 ways we can do this, starting today.

Q: Are you ready to develop your psychic gifts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maryann-dimarco-develop-your-psychic-gifts-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to leap into something new. And since then, I’ve been really thinking about the crazy ideas and dreams that I (too) have put on the back burner for way, way too long. Like writing a book, delivering a TED talk, and getting back to painting large-scale canvases for fun. Why do we stall on the things that matter most to us? Matthew really dives deep into this and how to get unstuck.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Matthew Dicks as he simplifies how to leap into something new.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the word “someday” is his least favorite word in the English language and how you can replace it in your vocabulary
• Instead of asking your 8 year old Inner Child for advice, why you need to ask the 100 year old version of yourself instead - you might be surprised by what you hear!
• He spends nearly the entire first half of his latest book “Someday is Today” on the concept of time - why that is and how to radically adjust your viewpoint on time in order to take the leap into something new
• What the importance is of saying “yes” - especially now, when unexpected opportunities come along - and why that helps boost your radiance
• What the “Spotlight Effect” is and why that might be a roadblock keeping you from trying something new
• …and ultimately, if it’s fear that keeping you from making decisions that propel your creative life forward, how to navigate this as you set your horizon point for where you actually want to be next.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to leap into something new in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/matthew-dicks-how-to-leap-into-something-new-part-two-all-star

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Are you looking to leap into something new soon? Maybe you’ve been thinking about writing a book, starting a new relationship or making a big career leap… but something has been stopping you from doing the thing, for like, way too long? What is it and how do we overcome that hesitation?

My special guest today is author and storyteller Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. As Matthew puts it… “Are you good at dreaming about what you’re going to accomplish ‘someday’ but not good at finding the time and getting started? How will you actually make that decision and do it?” Well, he’s here to share proven, practical, and simple ways to turn the random minutes throughout your day into (as he calls it) pockets of productivity, and your dreams into accomplishments.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the word “someday” is his least favorite word in the English language and how you can replace it in your vocabulary
• Instead of asking your 8 year old Inner Child for advice, why you need to ask the 100 year old version of yourself instead - you might be surprised by what you hear!
• He spends nearly the entire first half of his latest book “Someday is Today” on the concept of time - why that is and how to radically adjust your viewpoint on time in order to take the leap into something new
• What the importance is of saying “yes” - especially now, when unexpected opportunities come along - and why that helps boost your radiance
• What the “Spotlight Effect” is and why that might be a roadblock keeping you from trying something new
• …and ultimately, if it’s fear that keeping you from making decisions that propel your creative life forward, how to navigate this as you set your horizon point for where you actually want to be next.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to leap into something new in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/matthew-dicks-how-to-leap-into-something-new-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to reawaken your sexy side. Whooo boy, this one is taking off like wildfire! I know this would be a hot topic and I’m so pleased to share this conversation with you, so we can collectively dust off the cobwebs and re-emerge together.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jolie Dawn as she simplifies how to reawaken your sexy side.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic
• …and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

This all-star episode originally aired in March 2022 and I think it’s the perfect way to kick off the New Year.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-two-all-star

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Let’s spice things up a bit and talk about how to reawaken your sexy side. If you’ve been feeling like your confidence has gone into hibernation these last couple of years, this episode is especially for you.

My special guest today is author Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. She believes that “your feminine pleasure is the gateway to your expression, your creativity and your deepest inner wisdom… that when you’re turned on, you’re connected to Life Force creation energy,” which changes your entire outlook on your work and life. And all of this highly intrigues me! If your sexuality has laid dormant due to big changes in your life or felt so distant from your true identity for way too long, Jolie has the antidote to help you re-emerge.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic
• …and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

This all-star episode originally aired in March 2022 and I think it’s the perfect way to kick off the New Year.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-one-all-star

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Happy New Year, friends - to kick things off on the right foot, here’s how to create a vision board to help guide you in the year ahead. This has been a tool I’ve used for at least the last four years and let me tell you, it works! I create mine right at the beginning of the new year and it serves as a visual guide to help me remember what is most important in my life. 

Let me explain… it’s a visual representation of my core values, my desires, and my goals. Every single element I put on my vision board has been carefully picked and prayed over to ensure it feels right… and it’s actually what I want to create in the year ahead.

As such, I wanted to share my top 5 tips on creating a vision board, so if you want to make one for yourself this year, it’ll be a simple process. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/how-to-create-a-vision-board-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to be loving. Her latest book takes a deep dive into seven virtues that are at the root of this work: Divine Love, compassion, forgiveness, wisdom, loving kindness, resiliency, and radiance. We touch on quite a bit of this today, too as we unpack what Love really is with a whole new perspective.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my all-star conversation with author Danielle LaPorte as she simplifies how to be loving.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness

…and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-two-all-star

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Today (I dare say) we are talking about the single-most important topic that we’ve covered on the podcast to date… Love. Divine Love. How to be loving… not only to others but equally to yourself. I mean, it’s the eternal life force and energy source at the root of all existence, right? So let’s talk about it.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she’s simplifying how to be loving in this all-star episode. She believes that “Love is not a feeling or an emotion, but rather a state of consciousness.” It’s the glue that connects us all together collectively… In fact, we are never (really) alone or separated from Source.

And I have to say, this gentle, countercultural approach to living your life is not what you hear normally… to truly realize that you aren’t broken or need fixing or needing to buy more stuff to feel Loved. As D puts it, “What would change if you saw yourself––and others, through a Loving gaze? Everything. Everything would change.”

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness

…and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this all-star conversation, all about how to say NO to hustle culture. And this conversation has really stuck in the forefront of my mind this entire week. So many aspects of how we choose to live our lives, who we spend time with and who we invest in. What things we bring into our lives and what things we say, “thank you but no thank you.” All of this is wrapped up in this particular topic.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jamie Varon as she simplifies how to say NO to hustle culture.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

This conversation is the last in our series focusing on discernment and helping you ultimately to MAKE A CHOICE. I believe it’s the 1000 daily choices that make up my lifetime.

When I choose wisely, my little light inside shines brighter and brighter. And equally, when I get overwhelmed or exhausted, have a slip or hit the big red F-it button in the sky, well… that’s a choice too. Either way, I hope you know that you’re never too far gone. When you are rooted down in the present, surround yourself with healthy people and life-giving communities, all it sometimes takes is the courage to take the very next step.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-two-all-star

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It’s time to decide… is it time to (finally) say NO to hustle culture running and slowing ruining your entire life? I know I am… but you might not even be aware of the insidious undertone that is happening around us and inside us on the daily, that is totally driving the bus. It reinforces the lie of “not enough” and “you’re doing it wrong” because like any virus, it needs a host to feed on. And if that’s you I dare say, I’m willing to bet that it’s not only affecting your physical health, but your relationships, your sense of belonging, and your mental well-being. Let’s unpack all of that so we together can make a change.

My special guest today for this all-star episode is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. She believes you are totally capable of building a satisfied, contented, and happy life for yourself that gently opts out of the societal “shoulds.” There is an infinite wisdom inside you that knows what will make you your most vibrant self and she just wants to help you unlock your truth.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

I believe it’s the 1000 daily choices that make up my lifetime.

When I choose wisely, my little light inside shines brighter and brighter. And equally, when I get overwhelmed or exhausted, have a slip or hit the big red F-it button in the sky, well… that’s a choice too. Either way, I hope you know that you’re never too far gone. When you are rooted down in the present, surround yourself with healthy people and life-giving communities, all it sometimes takes is the courage to take the very next step.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-one-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to find deeper purpose in life. And I feel like all of it is so divinely timed. This entire month, we’ve been simplifying topics in and around this realm to find clarity on the year ahead. From creating a vision board to visualizing a new path for your life ahead, my hope is that my conversation with Dan Millman has dropped down a few new seeds of inspiration as you uncover your deeper purpose in life today and beyond.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Dan Millman as he simplifies how to find deeper purpose in life.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• As a young man early on, he learned a valuable life lesson: “Stop thinking about it and jump!” Dan shares this childhood memory and how that phrase has guided him over his lifetime
• How he defines the “human spirit” and why we humans yearn to find deeper purpose in life, unlike any other mammals that we know of
• What the four purposes of life are:
• • Learning life’s lessons
  • Finding your career & calling
  • Discovering your life path
  • Attending to this arising moment
• Through his spiritual quest over his lifetime, Dan encountered four mentors: The Professor, The Guru, The Warrior-Priest, and The Sage. He shares what he learned from each and why it’s important to find a mentor to help you uncover your purpose
• …and ultimately, what it means to have a “peaceful heart” and a “warrior spirit” in life. How to incorporate this in a simple, practical way into your work and life

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/dan-millman-find-deeper-purpose-in-life-part-two-all-star

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How and where do you find deeper purpose in your life? My goodness, that’s a BIG question to tackle…. and a vital one, too. So, we’re jumping in head-first to see what we can uncover.

My special guest today is author Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. Now, you may be familiar with Dan as he wrote the book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives many moons ago… or you may be new to his work.

Either way, he brings to the table so much heartfelt wisdom on how to turn intentions into action, challenges into strength, and life experience into wisdom. And when we do that, we begin to realize that there are no ordinary moments in life… when you look again, you realize that every moment has the bright opportunity to be mind-blowing and spectacular if you slow down to really see it. And when you do, Dan believes that your deeper purpose shines back at you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• As a young man early on, he learned a valuable life lesson: “Stop thinking about it and jump!” Dan shares this childhood memory and how that phrase has guided him over his lifetime
• How he defines the “human spirit” and why we humans yearn to find deeper purpose in life, unlike any other mammals that we know of
• What the four purposes of life are:
• • Learning life’s lessons
  • Finding your career & calling
  • Discovering your life path
  • Attending to this arising moment
• Through his spiritual quest over his lifetime, Dan encountered four mentors: The Professor, The Guru, The Warrior-Priest, and The Sage. He shares what he learned from each and why it’s important to find a mentor to help you uncover your purpose

…and ultimately, what it means to have a “peaceful heart” and a “warrior spirit” in life. How to incorporate this in a simple, practical way into your work and life

Q: Are you ready to find your deeper purpose in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/dan-millman-find-deeper-purpose-in-life-part-one-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to keep calm during the holidays. It’s so easy to get caught up in the frenzy at this time of year. It feels like things are cranked to 11 no matter where you go, that it’s certainly counter-cultural to buck the system and to do something different. Remain calm, do less, stay present in the moment and choose a better way.

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of CALM for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. By tuning in, let’s intentionally slow down this month and focus inward

So to kick off the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to keep calm during the holidays. One final whisper When we focus on calm, we are consciously choosing to not participate in the frenzy. I find it’s a daily choice and sometimes I forget and get caught up in it.

But remember you’ve got the power to rise above. To choose to not engage.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-keep-calm-during-the-holidays

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Do you want to have a clutter-free Christmas this year? Let’s face it… Christmas and the holiday season is here and there’s no stopping it now. For some, just the thought of all the to-do’s and hanging with the in-laws gives you the hives. For others, the frenzy is exhilarating but by December 27th, you always seem to come down with flu-like symptoms that (totally) flatten you for days. Raise your hand if any of this resonates. But what if this year was simpler? What if this year could be different? And to that, I say YES!

My special guest today is author Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. With a bit of humor and a little sass, she’s written the book on almost every aspect of the holiday season, helping us decide what to keep, what to scrap, and how to not totally lose your mind along the way. Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kathi Lipp and she’s simplifying how to have a clutter-free Christmas. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what a “clutter-free” Christmas could look like, not only talking about the physical stuff but your schedule and your mental wellness
• Why we tend to get caught up in the holiday frenzy in the first place
• What a “Holiday Mission Statement” is and how to create one with your household
• How to apply 3 of the 21 projects from her book, ‘The Christmas Project Planner’ in to your life over the coming weeks in simple, practical ways, including:
• • How to create your Christmas prep space with a “Magic Christmas Box”
  • How to schedule your time for the holidays
  • How to refresh yourself and carve out some YOU time

As with most all topics we simplify on the podcast, one core principle certainly rings true here:

It’s not about doing more, but actually doing less. When we release the white knuckle grip of control and perfectionism on our lives and learn to say “no, thank you” to the obligations, tasks and unnecessary to-do’s, we ultimately will find peace, joy and a heck of lot less anxiety. I encourage you to think about what you might let go of this year as you’re listening to our conversation ahead. Kathi is funny, irreverent, and my kind of girlfriend who’s saying “enough!” to the insanity and helping us all get back to the real reason for the season.

Q: Are you ready to have a clutter-free Christmas? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kathi-lipp-how-to-have-a-clutter-free-Christmas-all-star

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

It’s crazy to think that the majority of people are going to be fast asleep at 2am tonight in your neighborhood and city. Like the whole world powers down to rest, all at once. If you’re someone prone to late night brain whirling or you seem to be tossing and turning for no reason at all, I hope today’s conversation really gives you some tools to try out tonight.

And let us know what worked! I’m always keen to hear from listeners on what you’re learning from the podcast, testing out in your own life, and seeing results in simplifying… reach out on Instagram @thesimplifiers, tag us, DM me… I’d love to hear from you!

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/shae-leonard-how-to-sleep-better-at-night-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this all-star conversation, all about how to relax your mind. Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Peter Russell as he simplifies how to relax your mind.

It’s time to simplify…Here’s how.

My special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Ok, let’s roll the tape back to September 2021 when this conversation originally aired and simplify how to relax your mind with author Peter Russell.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax-your-mind-part-two-all-star

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What would it take to relax your mind? Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

My all-star special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. Spoiler alert: it’s all about letting go of your mindset as holding on creates tension and unmet expectations. Peter shows us that what we get hung up on are generally not the tangible problems we face in the present… but rather, the thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and expectations that we have about them. This is what trips us up, yet they aren’t actual things… they only exist in our mind. So, when we learn to strip them of their power, we relax our minds and gain greater peace of mind, no matter what turbulence might be happening around us.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Ok, let’s roll the tape back to September 2021 when this conversation originally aired and simplify how to relax your mind with author Peter Russell.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax-your-mind-part-one-all-star

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I love this all-star episode so much and it’s perfect for our theme of Gratitude and Grace this month, talking all about how to cultivate gratitude.

My special guest today is author Nancy Davis Kho and she’s simplifying how to cultivate gratitude and lasting happiness in your life by writing one letter at a time. Nancy has found healing through writing and her latest book, ‘The Thank-You Project,’ recounts her experience of writing thank-you letters to 50 people, places and pastimes that have shaped her lifetime so far. If you’re looking to heal old wounds or create more gratitude in your life, this episode is for you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nancy Davis Kho and she’s simplifying how to cultivate gratitude + happiness. In this episode, you will learn: * Why the practice of “deliberate gratitude” has the power to be restorative in our lives and mental wellness * How writing thank-you notes (even ones you DON’T send) can help you create more resiliency, happiness and connection in your work and life * What the “Thank-You Project” is and how to try it yourself in 3 simple steps… see, say, savor * How to decide which letters you could write first and why * + Who has helped me and how? + Who has shaped me and how? + Who has inspired me and how? * How to decide which letters to send and which NOT to send… and why * …and ultimately, she shares the profound life lessons that she learned in this year-long experiment that helped her change the trajectory of things, in a good way.

I know that there is so much joy that can be found when I reconnect with beloved people from my past. When you muster up the courage to check-in, touch base, and write a letter from the heart, good things always come in return. Even if you write the letter and never send it, your heart softens, gratitude rises, and release happens.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out how to cultivate more gratitude and happiness in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nancy-davis-kho-how-to-cultivate-gratitude-and-happiness-all-star

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to express your gratitude and give thanks. The autumn season is upon us and as we roll into Thanksgiving and the holidays, it’s a perfect time to step back and recognize all the goodness in your life, currently.

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of GRATITUDE + GRACE for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. As the outer world is slowly amping up the pace for the holidays, let’s intentionally slow down this month and give thanks to all things that are so good in our work and in our lives. Let’s do the radical thing and consciously choose to do less, express our gratitude in an authentic way and do it all with grace.

So to kick off the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to express your gratitude and give thanks. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-express-your-gratitude

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Here’s another all-star episode that I love so much and wanted to share with you today. As we round out this month's theme of “self-discipline” I think this topic is the perfect one to help us bring it all home.

Today, we are talking all about how to finish that next big project… no, really. Done, finished, tick it off the list, stick a fork in it, and be DONE. But the problem is… most projects we start, we never finish them! Why is that??!

My special guest today is author Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. You see, she’s got a theory that the reason we mysteriously stop within sight of the finish line is actually because not all parts of you want what you think you want. In fact, these sub-personalities inside you have a distorted loyalty to your core negative beliefs and that’s what is keeping you stuck.

Here’s how to squash all of that.

My special guest today is Bridgit Dengel Gaspard and she’s simplifying how to finish that next big project. * Why driven, go-getter, type-A kind of people tend to lose steam just before completing a big goal in their life * What the “Final 8th” is and how to overcome any self-sabotage when you’re working towards your goals personally or professionally * How to speak to your inner selves for clarity and insight through a technique called voice dialogue * Why it’s just as important to uncover our “core negative beliefs” as well as your core values to get at the root of things

… and ultimately, what the key difference is between a person who achieves their goals easily vs. those who don’t.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out why you sometimes can’t seem to finish that next big project? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/bridgit-dengel-gaspard-how-to-finish-that-next-big-project-all-star

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We are kicking off our all-star season starting today, bringing back some of my favorite conversations from the vaults of The Simplifiers Podcast and sharing them once again. I think that this one (which originally aired in June 2020) with author Nancy Levin fits so well inside the theme of “self-discipline” that we are exploring this month.

So, how do you set healthy boundaries in life, especially if you feel like yours get trampled on over and over again? In my mind, boundaries are in fact, one of the very best ways to cultivate self-discipline, helping you keep your eye on the prize of what you want most in life.

Therefore, it’s a delight to feature this all-episode once again. Through her books, Nancy helps overachieving people-pleasers learn to live life on their own terms. Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nancy Levin and she’s simplifying how to set healthy boundaries. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why some women struggle to define and uphold their boundaries, personally or professionally
• How to begin the process of defining your boundaries by writing a “boundary script”
• What to do if you’re attempting to conquer codependent behaviors
• The steps to creating your own “boundary pyramid,” a simple tool to help you set healthy boundaries
• How to say ‘no’ effectively and stick with it

…and ultimately, understanding what your “bottom-line boundary” is and how to set it and communicate it with others, confidently.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you trying to figure out how to set healthy boundaries in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nancy-levin-how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-all-star

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. No matter which of the 16 personality types there are (The Healer, The Architect, The Teacher, The Protector, to name a few), this wisdom is applicable to you. Because when you understand your preferences that dictate your conscious actions and unconscious behaviors, you can create better boundaries in your work and life that help you avoid burnout.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with psychotherapist and author Jessica Butts as she simplifies how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jessica Butts and she is simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we hear about burnout being such a prevalent thing these days and her theory on the root cause
• We talked about the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types and why this tool has helped her and her clients to avoid burnout
• When we suppress our Intuition and look outside of ourselves to social media influencers, what actually is happening here… she teaches us how to look within
• How to tune out the external noise and distractions, so that you can create your own unique path with your career

…and ultimately, we talked about “healing the hustle,” what that means, and how to redefine success on your terms, based on your personality type.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jessica-butts-how-to-use-the-Myers-Briggs-to-avoid-burnout-part-two

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What if I told you that if you knew what your Myers-Briggs personality type was, it could help you avoid burnout… would you be curious to learn more? As you may know, there are 16 different personality types and in fact, there are secrets to how each individually face, process, and handle stressful situations.

My special guest today is author and psychotherapist Jessica Butts and she’s simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. She’s helped clients around the world to create a brand new definition of success, utilizing a tool kit built for your personality type. Because when you know more about who you are (deep down inside), you become empowered to make lasting, positive changes that help you stay in flow more often.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jessica Butts and she is simplifying how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we hear about burnout being such a prevalent thing these days and her theory on the root cause
• We talked about the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types and why this tool has helped her and her clients to avoid burnout
• When we suppress our Intuition and look outside of ourselves to social media influencers, what actually is happening here… she teaches us how to look within
• How to tune out the external noise and distractions, so that you can create your own unique path with your career
• …and ultimately, we talked about “healing the hustle,” what that means, and how to redefine success on your terms, based on your personality type.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to use the Myers-Briggs to avoid burnout? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jessica-butts-how-to-use-the-Myers-Briggs-to-avoid-burnout-part-one

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to keep your eye on the prize. What does that phrase mean to you? For me, it’s all about staying focused on your goal and more importantly, blocking out the distractions and noise around you that might lead you astray.

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of SELF-DISCIPLINE for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. The holiday season (nay, whirlwind) is just around the corner and wouldn’t it be nice and refreshing if this year you didn’t feel swept under? That instead, you felt calm, cool, collected and totally managing your self-discipline to stay on track, moving towards what you actually want and choosing to opt out of the frenzy. When you do this, you keep your power and ultimately make wise choices in all aspects of your work and life. Count me in… let’s get in that headspace!

So to kick off the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to keep your eye on the prize. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-keep-your-eye-on-the-prize

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to be loving. Her latest book takes a deep dive into seven virtues that are at the root of this work: Divine Love, compassion, forgiveness, wisdom, loving kindness, resiliency, and radiance. We touch on quite a bit of this today, too as we unpack what Love really is with a whole new perspective.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Danielle LaPorte as she simplifies how to be loving.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness
• …and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-two

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Today (I dare say) we are talking about the single-most important topic that we’ve covered on the podcast to date… Love. Divine Love. How to be loving… not only to others but equally to yourself. I mean, it’s the eternal life force and energy source at the root of all existence, right? So let’s talk about it.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she’s simplifying how to be loving. She believes that “Love is not a feeling or an emotion, but rather a state of consciousness.” It’s the glue that connects us all together collectively… In fact, we are never (really) alone or separated from Source.

And I have to say, this gentle, countercultural approach to living your life is not what you hear normally… to truly realize that you aren’t broken or need fixing or needing to buy more stuff to feel Loved. As D puts it, “What would change if you saw yourself––and others, through a Loving gaze? Everything. Everything would change.”

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Danielle LaPorte and she is simplifying how to be loving. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she simplified her life over the last few years to clear the way and find her way home to Love
• What it means (to her) to lead a “heart-centered life and how to have self-compassion
• Where her belief systems have evolved from writing “The Desire Map” to where she is now, focused on embodiment
• Why she sees healing as a non-linear process, especially as it relates to forgiveness

…and ultimately, how to trust the heart intelligence of Love (rather than fixating on a guru) to make wise decisions, calm your nervous system, and experience greater peace.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to be (more) loving? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/danielle-laporte-how-to-be-loving-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to eliminate NOISE in your business communications. And I have to say, I love conversations like these because they always spark new ideas for me on how we run The Simplifiers. No matter if you work inside a large organization or have a small business, the ideas that Sabine shared are applicable to all.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Sabine Harnau as she simplifies how to eliminate NOISE in your business communications.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sabine Harnau and she is simplifying how to eliminate NOISE in your business communications. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s a good idea to optimize your business communications for conversion…it’s more nuanced than just increasing your sales.
• How to identify what constitutes as NOISE in your business right now and how to begin to eliminate it
• What the process is to define your goals & objectives for your brand… why starting with WHO might be better than starting with WHY
• How to get alignment inside your team on how you explain what your brand is and does
• …and ultimately, we talked about how there are things that small businesses forget when it comes to business communications vs. bigger corporate brands - what they are and how to avoid the same pitfalls.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to eliminate the NOISE in your business communications? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sabine-harnau-eliminate-NOISE-in-your-business-communications-part-two

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Do you wish to eliminate the NOISE in your business communications? If you own your business, you know how hard it is to get your prospective customer to pay attention… there’s so much that is pulling their eyes and ears away from your product or service offering. And when it comes to the NOISE out there, how do you ensure your brand is part of the solution, not the problem?

My special guest today is communications consultant Sabine Harnau and she’s simplifying how to eliminate NOISE in your business communications. She helps purpose-driven companies like yours to know your message, share it in the right places, and promote your offer, so it truly makes a positive difference in the world. She’s an expert in helping brands convert prospects into paying customers, make an impact and find clarity, consistency and a sense of ease with how you talk to your audience.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sabine Harnau and she is simplifying how to eliminate NOISE in your business communications. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s a good idea to optimize your business communications for conversion…it’s more nuanced than just increasing your sales.
• How to identify what constitutes as NOISE in your business right now and how to begin to eliminate it
• What the process is to define your goals & objectives for your brand… why starting with WHO might be better than starting with WHY
• How to get alignment inside your team on how you explain what your brand is and does
• …and ultimately, we talked about how there are things that small businesses forget when it comes to business communications vs. bigger corporate brands - what they are and how to avoid the same pitfalls.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to eliminate the NOISE in your business communications? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sabine-harnau-eliminate-NOISE-in-your-business-communications-part-one

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Here’s how to declutter your workspace in just seven minutes… but I want to do this one in a slightly different way. Instead of talking about theory, I want to make this a working episode, meaning in the next seven minutes, you and I are going to declutter our offices together. By the end of this episode, you’ll have made progress on refreshing your space and ultimately, feel proud that you did the thing.

It’s time to do the thing and declutter your workspace. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/do-the-thing-how-to-declutter-your-workspace

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to refresh your outlook on life. Here in Texas, the air is getting crisp and cool on my morning walks and the leaves are slowly fading from green to a brilliant display of reds, yellows, and browns. Yet once again, everything is changing ever so slowly… Do you feel it, too?

Therefore, I’ve chosen the theme of “Refresh” for the month ahead. That will be our focus for all episodes on the podcast this month. That feels right in my heart, especially as things are changing around us (the weather, the trees, the garden). I feel pulled to also reflect on what’s changing inside of me, as well. It’s a time to open up the windows, let in some fresh air, release whatever isn’t serving you any longer, and refresh your outlook on life. This is also a time for deep reflection into our values, habits, patterns, routines and choices. And then, do something about it.

So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to refresh your outlook on life. You have the power to change things and that power sits inside of you now. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week through. Do it again and again if you need clarity or fresh ideas to help your spirit feel refreshed once again… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the Divine. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connects us all together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-refresh-your-outlook-on-life

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to manage your money wisely. And I really feel like it’s the perfect way to wrap this last month’s focus on Discernment… because when we make wise choices on how we save, spend, invest, and share our money with others, our life changes in a positive way.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan as they simplify how to manage your money wisely.

Here’s how.

My special guests today are Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan and they are simplifying how to manage your money wisely. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first few steps are to course-correct if you’re in debt and how to understand your current money situation better
• How to wisely manage your money, including best practices with housing, managing debt, insurance and discretionary expenses like clothes, food and entertainment
• Why they think we humans are so obsessed with collecting and buying unnecessary stuff
• Which things to look for when choosing a financial advisor to run alongside you that has your best interests at heart
• Why it’s so important to have a living will, regardless of how old you are - how to get one sorted

…and ultimately, what role giving and generosity plays in managing your money wisely.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to manage your money wisely? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/miriam-neff-valerie-neff-hogan-how-to-manage-your-money-wisely-part-two

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Do you feel like you know how to manage your money wisely? On a scale of 1-10, how confident are you in this department? For me, I feel like there’s always more to learn as we save, spend, invest and share the money I make in life, especially when I think about one day sending my kids off to college and if my retirement strategy is really as strong as it could be.

My special guests today are mother and daughter duo, Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan and they are simplifying how to manage your money wisely. With inflation on the rise, it’s no wonder many feel like they are living paycheck to paycheck these days, not sure how to stretch their budget any further, much less save for the future. In their eyes, more women than ever before have control of capital and are making the overarching financial decisions for their households. Yet, not every woman has command of the lingo, the underlying principles, or the big-picture perspective of money management. Framed by their Christian values, they are here to provide the financial overview you need to make wise decisions in this realm.

Here’s how.

My special guests today are Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan and they are simplifying how to manage your money wisely. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first few steps are to course-correct if you’re in debt and how to understand your current money situation better
• How to wisely manage your money, including best practices with housing, managing debt, insurance and discretionary expenses like clothes, food and entertainment
• Why they think we humans are so obsessed with collecting and buying unnecessary stuff
• Which things to look for when choosing a financial advisor to run alongside you that has your best interests at heart
• Why it’s so important to have a living will, regardless of how old you are - how to get one sorted
• …and ultimately, what role giving and generosity plays in managing your money wisely.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to manage your money wisely? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/miriam-neff-valerie-neff-hogan-how-to-manage-your-money-wisely-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to identify your pain points in life. This conversation has really stuck with me this entire week through, because let’s face it… we as humans are conditioned to avoid pain at whatever cost, right? But then, ironically, we sometimes stay in situations that cause a lot of pain and strife for fear of the unknown on the other side once we take the leap. (That doesn’t make any sense at all!)

I know, for me, when I make a Bold Ask out into the world, I’m always fully supported. I may not always get what I want, when I want it, but I do know that I’m making forward progress and building incrementally on my confidence and courage. And maybe that’s the secret to what Eleanor is talking about here?

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with leadership expert Eleanor Beaton as she simplifies how to identify your pain points in life.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we (as humans) tend to avoid acknowledging our pain points in our career and in our non-work lives
• How to identify the pain points (and roadblocks) in our life that are holding us back from reaching our full potential by doing a Pain Audit
• What she means by the phrase “using pain to prune your life” - and how to begin to do it
• Learn to release these pain points with intentionality in a practical way

…and ultimately, she talks about the 3 P’s (Power, Presence, and Position) - a simple and profound framework that helps her prune the pain points in her work and in life... and find real freedom.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eleanor-beaton-how-to-identify-your-pain-points-in-life-part-two

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At times, it’s obvious to identify your pain points in life - those things that cause you stress, strife, or leave you feeling like things are starting to go off course and you’re not sure how to get back on track. But what about the things in your work and life that are causing you pain that you are oblivious to? How do you begin to courageously work through these elements to get unstuck and start to live the life that you actually want?

My special guest today is leadership expert Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it. She believes that when you take action to acknowledge, understand, and release your pain points one by one, your entire life trajectory changes. Easier said than done? Not exactly… step one is listening to this conversation and then doing something about it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Eleanor Beaton and she’s simplifying how to identify your pain points in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why we (as humans) tend to avoid acknowledging our pain points in our career and in our non-work lives
• How to identify the pain points (and roadblocks) in our life that are holding us back from reaching our full potential by doing a Pain Audit
• What she means by the phrase “using pain to prune your life” - and how to begin to do it
• Learn to release these pain points with intentionality in a practical way

…and ultimately, she talks about the 3 P’s (Power, Presence, and Position) - a simple and profound framework that helps her prune the pain points in her work and in life... and find real freedom.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to identify your pain points in life… and do something about it? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eleanor-beaton-how-to-identify-your-pain-points-in-life-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to adopt a healthy mindset. For me, the more and more I discuss how the subconscious in our brains work, the more I get genuinely curious with how the mind, body and spirit work in harmony. Even deeper still, what happens when one is out of whack? Does it affect your ability to make wise decisions (Yes.) Does it hijack your day and jeopardize where you are headed next? (Yes and yes.) So yeah, let’s talk about it.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Toks Aruoture as she simplifies how to adopt a healthy mindset.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the “back-to-school” season is a particularly great time to refresh your mindset
• Her beliefs on why “everything that happens in your life is directly related to your mindset”
• What roadblocks and hindrances that you might have (consciously or unconsciously) that are keeping you from having a healthy mindset
• How to “play big” in life and (as she says), unwrap your gifts that’ll help you thrive
• …and ultimately, why she believes authenticity is the key ingredient to a healthy mindset and how to be more authentic in your work and life.

All this month, we’re focused on the theme of “Discernment” - learning how to make wise decisions to change the course of your work and life in a positive way. Every day is a fresh start and a new beginning.

1000 daily choices is how you begin a brand new life. We will explore what that means on every level this month, both personally and professionally.

As always, ping me over on Instagram @thesimplifiers - and tell me your thoughts:

• What new ideas did this conversation spark for you?
• On a scale of 1-10, how healthy is your mindset right now?

Share this episode with a loved one and discuss it together. The accountability found in just one trusted friend or colleague is immeasurable in helping you make forward progress.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to adopt a more healthy mindset? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/toks-aruoture-how-to-adopt-a-healthy-mindset-part-two

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Are you ready to learn how to adopt a healthy mindset? Because the truth is, when you get your mind in a healthy place, everything else starts to (like magic) slot into place. Have you noticed this? Opportunities open up, people pop into your mind and when you reach out to them, collaborations get sparked and life begins to unfold in beautiful ways. Abundance is found where there was once scarcity. So again, the question really is… are you ready?

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. She believes that when you realize and understand that everything that has happened and will happen in your life is 100% directly related to your mind, your whole reality changes. And so she poses a very simple question for you to ponder while listening to our conversation, “what healthy seeds will you plant in your mind today?”

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Toks Aruoture and she’s simplifying how to adopt a healthy mindset. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the “back-to-school” season is a particularly great time to refresh your mindset
• Her beliefs on why “everything that happens in your life is directly related to your mindset”
• What roadblocks and hindrances that you might have (consciously or unconsciously) that are keeping you from having a healthy mindset
• How to “play big” in life and (as she says), unwrap your gifts that’ll help you thrive

…and ultimately, why she believes authenticity is the key ingredient to a healthy mindset and how to be more authentic in your work and life.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to adopt a more healthy mindset? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/toks-aruoture-how-to-adopt-a-healthy-mindset-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to make BOLD decisions. I don’t know about you but I really love this time of year. The kids are headed back to school, the weather is (eventually) getting cooler and cooler, and I can kickstart my weekly routine with a little bit of electric energy to shake things up a bit. It’s a time of new beginnings and fresh starts, which most times, begins with me making a BOLD decision… saying with my outside voice what I want, need, and desire. And then, doing something about it. I think that’s at the heart of what Josefine and I are talking about here.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Josefine Wanner as she simplifies how to make BOLD decisions.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Josefine Wanner and she’s simplifying how to make BOLD decisions. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes that some people (women in particular) stumble on making bold decisions in their careers and what the first step is to change that immediately
• How to begin to clarify and identify your core values
• What role self-confidence plays in being a more bold decision maker and how to build yours up once again
• How to get buy-in from your family and the key people in your life on the decisions that you are considering making, professionally
• …and ultimately what the 4 core steps are that you need to implement in order to show up for yourself:
• • Commit to yourself being important
  • Block out the “me time” in your agenda
  • Add recurring “emergency time” blocks in
  • Be kind to yourself

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to make a BOLD decision? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/josefine-wanner-how-to-make-bold-decisions-part-two

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Sometimes life requires you to know how to make BOLD decisions… in fact, that’s where the greatest leaps, the greatest triumphs, the greatest joy can be found. So what stops us from doing it? Let’s explore that.

My special guest today is Josefine Wanner and she’s simplifying how to make BOLD decisions. She believes that when you get clear on your core values and intentionally create time to rediscover your joy, you become a better decision maker. Someone who sees the opportunity, navigates the risks wisely, and boldly steps out of your comfort zone. In fact, your work and life depend on it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Josefine Wanner and she’s simplifying how to make BOLD decisions. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes that some people (women in particular) stumble on making bold decisions in their careers and what the first step is to change that immediately
• How to begin to clarify and identify your core values
• What role self-confidence plays in being a more bold decision maker and how to build yours up once again
• How to get buy-in from your family and the key people in your life on the decisions that you are considering making, professionally
• …and ultimately what the 4 core steps are that you need to implement in order to show up for yourself:
• • Commit to yourself being important
  • Block out the “me time” in your agenda
  • Add recurring “emergency time” blocks in
  • Be kind to yourself

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to make a BOLD decision? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/josefine-wanner-how-to-make-bold-decisions-part-one

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to make wise decisions. Every single day, we are faced with a 1000 daily choices. Some tiny, some monumental. But all of them make up the rich tapestry of your life. Choose wisely and your life will be surrounded by impeccable people who inspire you to evolve and help make a positive impact on the world. Choose poorly and sleepwalk through the journey by consuming, numbing, and playing small.

What if it really was that simple? I’d like to guide us to consider this thought more deeply today.

So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to make wise decisions. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:

https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-make-wise-decisions

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to shine bright and reclaim your radiance. As I get older and wiser, I’m starting to realize where the root of true radiance and vibrancy comes from… it’s not the clothes I wear or the makeup I put on. It’s not even my physical body that I see in the mirror. But rather, true radiance where my little light shines bright all starts from within. Finding that safety and security by finally coming home to my mind, body and spirit FIRST, rather than seeking it externally. Let those words sink in for a second… what you seek is already within you right now. And I hope this conversation with Sarah solidifies that in your heart as well, on how to do it.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Sarah Hagstrom as she simplifies how to shine bright.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Some insight into her childhood and how that affected her health as an adult - what she did to reverse the chronic pain and tackle the digestion issues once and for all
• What she means when she says “prune for progress” to reclaim your radiance and to truly live your purpose
• When we realize nothing is “good or bad” or “right or wrong” in life, how that simple, yet profound truth helps us shine brighter
• How to put an end to “people-pleasing” tendencies and focus more on doing the things that truly light you up first
• …and ultimately, she shares simple, practical tips that have helped her live with more grace, ease and flow both personally and professionally.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to shine bright? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sarah-hagstrom-how-to-shine-bright-part-two

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Part of being a truly radiant person is to learn how to shine bright, yet without that pesky ego getting in the way. Many times you hear about people who “suck all the oxygen out of the room” or others who feel destined to be a wallflower forever. And in both scenarios, I find it fascinating that these are fear-based perceptions… Comparing yourself to others is the quickest way to dim your own light inside. So how do we avoid this fear loop and instead show up to life as our full, vibrant selves?

My special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright and reclaim your radiance. Her personal story battling with chronic pain, digestive issues, overworking and people pleasing is one that I’m sure many of us have grappled with at some point in our own lives. The good news is… it doesn’t have to be your “forever story.” Sarah shows us a better way to do less and focus on the things in life that truly light you up… and as she puts it, she teaches us to remember the simple phrase of “let’s try easier” to help you lighten the load when things feel heavy, stressful or overwhelming. It seems that the secret to radiance is here, too.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sarah Hagstrom and she’s simplifying how to shine bright. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Some insight into her childhood and how that affected her health as an adult - what she did to reverse the chronic pain and tackle the digestion issues once and for all
• What she means when she says “prune for progress” to reclaim your radiance and to truly live your purpose
• When we realize nothing is “good or bad” or “right or wrong” in life, how that simple, yet profound truth helps us shine brighter
• How to put an end to “people-pleasing” tendencies and focus more on doing the things that truly light you up first

…and ultimately, she shares simple, practical tips that have helped her live with more grace, ease and flow both personally and professionally.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to shine bright? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sarah-hagstrom-how-to-shine-bright-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to leap into something new. And since then, I’ve been really thinking about the crazy ideas and dreams that I (too) have put on the back burner for way, way too long. Like writing a book, delivering a TED talk, and getting back to painting large-scale canvases for fun. Why do we stall on the things that matter most to us? Matthew really dives deep into this and how to get unstuck.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Matthew Dicks as he simplifies how to leap into something new.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the word “someday” is his least favorite word in the English language and how you can replace it in your vocabulary
• Instead of asking your 8 year old Inner Child for advice, why you need to ask the 100 year old version of yourself instead - you might be surprised by what you hear!
• He spends nearly the entire first half of his latest book “Someday is Today” on the concept of time - why that is and how to radically adjust your viewpoint on time in order to take the leap into something new
• What the importance is of saying “yes” - especially now, when unexpected opportunities come along - and why that helps boost your radiance
• What the “Spotlight Effect” is and why that might be a roadblock keeping you from trying something new

…and ultimately, if it’s fear that keeping you from making decisions that propel your creative life forward, how to navigate this as you set your horizon point for where you actually want to be next.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to leap into something new in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/matthew-dicks-how-to-leap-into-something-new-part-two

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Are you looking to leap into something new soon? Maybe you’ve been thinking about writing a book, starting a new relationship or making a big career leap… but something has been stopping you from doing the thing, for like, way too long? What is it and how do we overcome that hesitation?

My special guest today is author and storyteller Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. As Matthew puts it… “Are you good at dreaming about what you’re going to accomplish ‘someday’ but not good at finding the time and getting started? How will you actually make that decision and do it?” Well, he’s here to share proven, practical, and simple ways to turn the random minutes throughout your day into (as he calls it) pockets of productivity, and your dreams into accomplishments.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Matthew Dicks and he’s simplifying how to leap into something new. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why the word “someday” is his least favorite word in the English language and how you can replace it in your vocabulary
• Instead of asking your 8 year old Inner Child for advice, why you need to ask the 100 year old version of yourself instead - you might be surprised by what you hear!
• He spends nearly the entire first half of his latest book “Someday is Today” on the concept of time - why that is and how to radically adjust your viewpoint on time in order to take the leap into something new
• What the importance is of saying “yes” - especially now, when unexpected opportunities come along - and why that helps boost your radiance
• What the “Spotlight Effect” is and why that might be a roadblock keeping you from trying something new

…and ultimately, if it’s fear that keeping you from making decisions that propel your creative life forward, how to navigate this as you set your horizon point for where you actually want to be next.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to leap into something new in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/matthew-dicks-how-to-leap-into-something-new-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to apply the 5 Love Languages after divorce. And one thing I love about being a podcaster is chatting with thought leaders like Dr. Gary who are role models for us all to shine bright and stand boldly in their belief systems.

Disclaimer: Now, Dr. Gary is a Christian and while I want to be clear, no matter what your spiritual beliefs are, the 5 Love Languages are universal. So when I ask Dr. Gary a listener-submitted question about “inviting God into your heart,” I realize that might not be applicable to everyone listening. No worries. Just take what you need, bless and release the rest.

We each are on our own spiritual journeys to better understand ourselves and what we do and don’t believe… so I hope this conversation gives you what you need on your own path towards greater wisdom.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Dr. Gary Chapman as he simplifies how to apply the 5 Love Languages after divorce.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Gary Chapman and he’s simplifying how to apply the 5 Love Languages after divorce. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• An overview of the 5 Love Languages - what they are and how it all works
• How the 5 Love Languages can be applied specifically to dating and not just marriage
• What advice Dr Gary has for people who haven’t dated in a really long time as they are once again putting their hearts out there to a new partner
• I asked a hard question… Can your primary Love Language evolve as you get older, especially if you found your Love Language was neglected in your past relationship/marriage?
• His best advice on dating people who have children - if you are considering one day to create a blended family with your partner, what to keep in mind there and how the 5 Love Languages can help you here as well
• …and ultimately, Dr Gary shared some of his spiritual beliefs as a Christian as I asked him a listener-requested question about God. Specifically, how to go deeper into your spiritual practice as a whole, if you desire.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Radiance” - sharing ideas on how to live a vibrant life where your inner light shines bright once again. Because friends, getting back out there with dating and meeting new people, it takes an obscene amount of courage. Trust me, I know!

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to get back out there and date, applying the 5 Love Languages after divorce? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/gary-chapman-5-Love-Languages-after-divorce-part-two

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Ok so, you’re divorced, you’ve done the inner work and you’re ready to get back out there and date again… so, how do you apply the 5 love languages after divorce? Can this deep wisdom guide you through this season too? (spoiler alert: YES!)

My special guest today is Dr. Gary Chapman and he’s simplifying how to apply the 5 Love Languages after divorce. The truth is, if you’re dipping your toes back into the dating pool, it can be quite daunting… especially if it’s been awhile for you. Online dating in a post pandemic world is a steep learning curve, friends! It’s nice to fall back on this fundamental wisdom to understand how to connect with new people and find what is right for you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Gary Chapman and he’s simplifying how to apply the 5 Love Languages after divorce. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• An overview of the 5 Love Languages - what they are and how it all works
• How the 5 Love Languages can be applied specifically to dating and not just marriage
• What advice Dr Gary has for people who haven’t dated in a really long time as they are once again putting their hearts out there to a new partner
• I asked a hard question… Can your primary Love Language evolve as you get older, especially if you found your Love Language was neglected in your past relationship/marriage?
• His best advice on dating people who have children - if you are considering one day to create a blended family with your partner, what to keep in mind there and how the 5 Love Languages can help you here as well
• …and ultimately, Dr Gary shared some of his spiritual beliefs as a Christian as I asked him a listener-requested question about God. Specifically, how to go deeper into your spiritual practice as a whole, if you desire.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to get back out there and date, applying the 5 Love Languages after divorce? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/gary-chapman-5-Love-Languages-after-divorce-part-one

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to be a vibrant person. You know, the vibrant person that you innately are, deep down inside. All this month, we are focused on the theme of radiance… that glow, that shine, that juicy essence of your soul that naturally oozes forth when you’re in your element. It’s that expansive space of Love when you’re in the flow, connecting with people who light you up, or you’re doing the work that energizes your spirit.

And I believe that it’s your being’s natural state, if you allow it… if you give yourself permission to step up and into the light. That undeniable vibrancy will show up in photos of you when you’re having fun, when you’re doing your best and when you let your true spirit shine through. So yeah, let’s talk about that!

So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to be a vibrant person. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-be-a-vibrant-person

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to create more adventures in your life. And I tell ya, while I do love to have deep, profound conversations on the podcast, this month of light, playful topics like these have really been fun as a palette cleanser. My inner child has been really craving a bit of travel and adventure lately and so I’ve done the thing and booked in a couple of epic adventures this summer that I’m really, really looking forward to.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with travel agent Bridget Scotti as she simplifies how to create more adventures in your life.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Bridget Scotti and she’s simplifying how to create more adventures in your life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes it’s so important to have more spontaneity in your life, especially through travel and exploration
• How you can determine your level of comfort in travel and your appetite for risk when it comes to adventuring and taking trips
• A few practical tips that would help you plan an epic road trip this summer
• Have you heard of this yet? How “surprise destination travel planning” works and what types of trips she plans for her clients all over the US
• …and ultimately, she gave us some valuable insight and tips for solo travel, especially if you’re a woman traveling alone this summer. How to stay safe, have fun, and see new sights on your own.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the podcast and to our earbuds.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to create more adventure in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/bridget-scotti-create-more-adventure-in-your-life-part-two

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It’s the summertime, which means it’s time to create more adventures in your life! I don’t know about you but after the last couple of years of pandemic life, this summer I’m ITCHING to travel. If you are too, this episode is definitely for you!

My special guest today is travel agent Bridget Scotti and she’s simplifying how to create more adventures in your life. Really, (the way I look at it) it’s all about how to create more spontaneity in our over-scheduled lives. And so, Bridget shares her insider secrets on how to do it. In her words, “life’s hard, vacations shouldn’t be,” - throughout this conversation we talk about the concept of “letting go” this summer, giving yourself a little permission to evoke your inner child-like playful spirit with a bit of adventure, exploration and fun.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Bridget Scotti and she’s simplifying how to create more adventures in your life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes it’s so important to have more spontaneity in your life, especially through travel and exploration
• How you can determine your level of comfort in travel and your appetite for risk when it comes to adventuring and taking trips
• A few practical tips that would help you plan an epic road trip this summer
• Have you heard of this yet? How “surprise destination travel planning” works and what types of trips she plans for her clients all over the US
• …and ultimately, she gave us some valuable insight and tips for solo travel, especially if you’re a woman traveling alone this summer. How to stay safe, have fun, and see new sights on your own.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the podcast and to our earbuds.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to create more adventure in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/bridget-scotti-create-more-adventure-in-your-life-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to plan the perfect date night. And I’ve really loved reading all of your DMs and ideas of things you guys are planning out there in the world! It warms the heart to think that one little episode on this podcast is creating so much love and connection out there, all over the world. WOOHOO!

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with dating expert Kate Greenhalgh as she simplifies how to plan the perfect date night.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Greenhalgh and she’s simplifying how to plan the perfect date night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Where couples tend to go wrong when dating each other and what dating myths are simply not true
• How to assess your partner’s personality traits and strengths, as well as your unified couple strengths when planning a perfect date night and why that is important
• What role mystery and a sense of adventure plays into a great date night - why you need to lean into this more
• She shares a handful of creative date night ideas that could spark fun, romance, or just something refreshingly different that helps foster a deeper connection with the other person
• …and ultimately, what to do if you (or your partner) are reluctant or standoff-ish about trying new things on a date… and how to find a happy medium, instead.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the table to work with.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to plan the perfect date night? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-greenhalgh-plan-the-perfect-date-night-part-two

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Are you looking to plan the perfect date night for someone special this week? If things are feeling a bit stale or ho hum in your marriage or dating life, maybe it’s time to shake things up a bit and have a little fun. If you need to reignite the spark in a playful way, this episode is especially for you!

My special guest today is entrepreneur Kate Greenhalgh and she’s simplifying how to plan the perfect date night. Her and her husband created this clever little gift called A Year of Dates, which are a series of sealed envelopes with super fun, unique date night ideas written on the inside. As they developed this product, they learned a lot about what makes a great date… and what things you should avoid, as well. Because bottomline… date nights shouldn’t be boring or over-complicated - they should be flirty and FUN!

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Greenhalgh and she’s simplifying how to plan the perfect date night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Where couples tend to go wrong when dating each other and what dating myths are simply not true
• How to assess your partner’s personality traits and strengths, as well as your unified couple strengths when planning a perfect date night and why that is important
• What role mystery and a sense of adventure plays into a great date night - why you need to lean into this more
• She shares a handful of creative date night ideas that could spark fun, romance, or just something refreshingly different that helps foster a deeper connection with the other person
• …and ultimately, what to do if you (or your partner) are reluctant or standoff-ish about trying new things on a date… and how to find a happy medium, instead.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the table to work with.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to plan the perfect date night? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-greenhalgh-plan-the-perfect-date-night-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to gamify your sales strategy. Kimba (our special guest) has found great success not only in her work life but her non-work life as well when she adds a little play into her daily routine. This might just be the boost and fresh perspective you need today to help you get from point A to point B.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with gamification consultant Kimba Cooper as she simplifies how to gamify your sales strategy.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kimba Cooper and she’s simplifying how to gamify your sales strategy. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• First things first - she defines what “gamification” is and why it could help your sales team sell more products and services, in the long run
• In what ways you should NOT gamify your work and the one key ingredient all gamification needs, every single time
• How to gamify various elements in the customer buying journey to help boost engagement in the sales cycle
• What pitfalls you must avoid in your gamification strategy either with your clients, prospects, and/or with your internal team
• …and ultimately, what brands are doing gamification really well out there in the world that you should know about.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the table to work with.

And I loved this conversation with Kimba as it started to open my eyes on ways to translate this playful spirit into the workplace, regardless of if you own your own company or work inside a larger organization. I encourage you to test a few ideas out this week and report back to me (DM me on Instagram! @thesimplifiers !) What worked, what changed the energy for you and helped you get better results? And equally, what felt challenging or like a roadblock? All of it is learning, helping you hone in on what’s most important as you simplify.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to gamify your sales strategy? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kimba-cooper-gamify-your-sales-strategy-part-two

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Wouldn’t it be fun to gamify your sales strategy? Especially if it means that you can hit your sales goal faster with a playful spirit and a little more ease… that sounds good to me!

My special guest today is gamification consultant Kimba Cooper and she’s simplifying how to gamify your sales strategy. Why do we as humans like to play games so much? Kimba shares her insight and helps us better understand what it is about games that make them so compelling, what elements motivate people to play, and how we can translate this into our work.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kimba Cooper and she’s simplifying how to gamify your sales strategy. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• First things first - she defines what “gamification” is and why it could help your sales team sell more products and services, in the long run
• In what ways you should NOT gamify your work and the one key ingredient all gamification needs, every single time
• How to gamify various elements in the customer buying journey to help boost engagement in the sales cycle
• What pitfalls you must avoid in your gamification strategy either with your clients, prospects, and/or with your internal team
• …and ultimately, what brands are doing gamification really well out there in the world that you should know about.

All this month, we are focused on the theme of “Adventure + Play” to shake things up a bit… bring a lighter energy to the table to work with.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to gamify your sales strategy? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kimba-cooper-gamify-your-sales-strategy-part-one

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: I want to simplify how to be a more playful person. It’s time to shake things up on the podcast this month… hey, it's summertime, which means it’s the perfect time to shift the energy a little bit!

What feels right in my heart and soul is to make “Adventure + Play” be our primary intention for the entire month ahead. I know for me, I get so driven, so focused on going after my goals that I sometimes forget to slow down and have a bit of fun. It’s in these moments where the greatest joy and the greatest inspiration can be found. Shift gears a bit. Change it up. Release. Therefore, if you’re like me, let today’s episode be your official permission slip to let your hair down and let go a little. It’s time to bring your playful side out and have a bit of fun again.

So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to be a more playful person. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-be-a-more-playful-person

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to create an excellent company gathering. As an event planner with over 11 years experience producing employee engagement events for major tech brands, you know I was geeking out on this topic in particular! It’s so much more than planning a party… When you can link strategy, comms, and thoughtful details into a gathering, that’s where the magic happens.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with organizational psychologist and communication strategist Lindsey Caplan as she simplifies how to create an excellent company gathering.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Lindsey Caplan and she’s simplifying how to create an excellent company gathering. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What a “gathering” is and can be in a work environment and why it’s so important & timely for companies to get right, especially now
• Why studies show that 70% of organizational changes fail and how to avoid that for your organization when planning your next gathering
• There are 4 effects that a gathering can produce - how to distinguish which is right to help you achieve your goals
• • Gain compliance
  • Inform people
  • Entertain people
  • Engage people
• When engagement is key, how to create it in your next gathering and what the common pitfalls most People & Culture, Employee Engagement and/or HR people face in the planning process
• …and ultimately, what “scripting” is as it relates to creating a company gathering and the three elements to keep in mind to ensure success
• • Framing: How to get buy-in from the audience
  • Space: How to help others absorb the material
  • Structure: How to help people get from A to B

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to create an excellent company gathering? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/lindsey-caplan-create-an-excellent-company-gathering-part-two

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What makes an excellent company gathering? Is it the food or drinks served? Maybe the decor or activities? Or is there something more underneath that makes it memorable and sparks positive change?

My special guest today is organizational psychologist and communication strategist Lindsey Caplan and she’s simplifying how to create an excellent company gathering. She calls it “The Gathering Effect” and it’s all about getting the strategy and communications underneath a gather right as your first step to maximizing your efforts and make change stick, no matter what type of gathering you are planning - a team retreat, a company holiday party, an all-hands meeting, or even a quick brainstorm huddle.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Lindsey Caplan and she’s simplifying how to create an excellent company gathering. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What a “gathering” is and can be in a work environment and why it’s so important & timely for companies to get right, especially now
• Why studies show that 70% of organizational changes fail and how to avoid that for your organization when planning your next gathering
• There are 4 effects that a gathering can produce - how to distinguish which is right to help you achieve your goals
• • Gain compliance
  • Inform people
  • Entertain people
  • Engage people
• When engagement is key, how to create it in your next gathering and what the common pitfalls most People & Culture, Employee Engagement and/or HR people face in the planning process
• …and ultimately, what “scripting” is as it relates to creating a company gathering and the three elements to keep in mind to ensure success
• • Framing: How to get buy-in from the audience
  • Space: How to help others absorb the material
  • Structure: How to help people get from A to B
• You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to create an excellent company gathering? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/lindsey-caplan-create-an-excellent-company-gathering-part-one

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Let’s talk about how to deal with disappointment, so you can bounce back faster. This is a continuation from last week’s episode where I talked about how to hold things loosely. And my goodness, that one hit a chord for many of you listening… thank you so much for reaching out and letting me know!

So yeah, last week, I talked about how to keep your jitters and your emotions in check when you’re in the in-between… you know, that space in time where you’ve made an offer or invitation to another party and you’re waiting for their response back.

For example: you’ve presented a proposal to a prospective client… or you’ve put your best foot forward while interviewing for a dream job… or maybe you’re dating and you’ve just revealed another vulnerable piece of your heart to someone. It’s that split second moment where you’re nervously waiting to see or hear their response.

Either they volley back with a “yes please” or a “thank you, but no thank you”… or worse, you hear NOTHING at all. Which lets be real… that’s an answer all onto itself, right? But let’s talk about the NO.

Said more succinctly, you wanted something. You don’t get it. There’s a moment of yuck… so, how do you recover?

I’ve got some ideas.

Here are 3 ways to deal with the disappointment you might be feeling and help you to figure out a way to bounce back faster.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/deal-with-disappointment

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Today, I want to talk about how to hold things loosely. As in, when you’re anticipating something BIG to happen in your life but you don’t have total control on making it a reality… How do you sit in the space in between? And worse, when this big thing requires someone else to make a decision and do the thing… how do you sit with the fact that you cannot control the timeline, the outcome, or anything else for that matter, beyond your own bubble?

As you may know, our focus on the podcast this entire month is all about alignment and integration… how to help your body, your mind, AND your spirit to work in flow with one another and stay aligned no matter what you face today. To be in cohesion as a whole, thriving person and integrate what you’re learning along the way, to avoid making the same mistakes over and over again.

Let’s break that down a bit further… simplify it. In case you too want to try to hold things a little more loosely today as well.

Here are 3 simple things to remember when holding things loosely that will really help you to shift the energy. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/hold-things-loosely

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And this time, I wanna talk about money and how to manage your cash flow. In other words, helping you better track the money coming in and the money going out of your business. Which sounds simple (on the surface) but so many of us get tripped up by it along the way. Why? Well, there might be more at play underneath… so let’s talk about that.

My special guest today is CPA Stephen King and he’s simplifying how to better manage your cash flow. He leads a US-based accounting team called Growthforce and in this episode he breaks it all down for us, sharing tips on how to identify, measure, and track your cash flow wisely. Ultimately, this will help you make better decisions when managing your finances by looking at your historical figures for clues that’ll help you better predict your financial future in the year ahead.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Stephen King and he’s simplifying how to manage your cash flow. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How he defines healthy cash flow as it relates to running a small business. What it is and what it is NOT
• A few practical ways you can manage the cash flowing into your business… and how to improve it
• • 13 week cash flow forecast
  • pay slowly rules
  • managing interest rates on your company credit cards
• The biggest mistake people make when it comes to cash flow and how to overcome it
• What the 3 F’s of collections are and how to tackle the 3 biggest objections you might hear from your customers when you directly ask them to pay their bill:
• • Be Firm
  • Be Friendly
  • Be Focused

…and ultimately, how to have better financial management overall for your business, even without a degree in accounting.

My hope is that today’s conversation sparks something new in you that you can take back to your team this week… Integrate this learning. Examine your bookkeeping best practices. Align with where you want to be in 6 months from now. And see positive change occur.

You can do it, I believe in you!

Q: Are you ready to learn how to better manage your cash flow? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/stephen-king-manage-your-cash-flow

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: this will help you get into alignment mind, body, and spirit. That will be our focus and intention for the entire month ahead… what does it mean when all parts of our whole self come together, find peace, and work in cohesion? I want to dive deep and unpack that. My Intuition tells me that a lot of this work will require trust and grace… and the belief that we have the ability to change, heal, and shift our identity towards something more rooted and healthy. That’s what alignment and integration means to me. Holding things loosely but also realizing that evolution is a constant, subtle shift over time. A dance, really.

So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to get into alignment mind, body, and spirit. Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-get-into-alignment-mind-body-spirit

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to say NO to hustle culture. And this conversation has really stuck in the forefront of my mind this entire week. So many aspects of how we choose to live our lives, who we spend time with and who we invest in. What things we bring into our lives and what things we say, “thank you but no thank you.” All of this is wrapped up in this particular topic.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jamie Varon as she simplifies how to say NO to hustle culture.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

This conversation is the last in our series focusing on discernment and helping you ultimately to MAKE A CHOICE. I believe it’s the 1000 daily choices that make up my lifetime.

When I choose wisely, my little light inside shines brighter and brighter. And equally, when I get overwhelmed or exhausted, have a slip or hit the big red F-it button in the sky, well… that’s a choice too. Either way, I hope you know that you’re never too far gone. When you are rooted down in the present, surround yourself with healthy people and life-giving communities, all it sometimes takes is the courage to take the very next step.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-two

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It’s time to decide… is it time to (finally) say NO to hustle culture running and slowing ruining your entire life? I know I am… but you might not even be aware of the insidious undertone that is happening around us and inside us on the daily, that is totally driving the bus. It reinforces the lie of “not enough” and “you’re doing it wrong” because like any virus, it needs a host to feed on. And if that’s you I dare say, I’m willing to bet that it’s not only affecting your physical health, but your relationships, your sense of belonging, and your mental well-being. Let’s unpack all of that so we together can make a change.

My special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. She believes you are totally capable of building a satisfied, contented, and happy life for yourself that gently opts out of the societal “shoulds.” There is an infinite wisdom inside you that knows what will make you your most vibrant self and she just wants to help you unlock your truth.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Jamie Varon and she’s simplifying how to say NO to hustle culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what ‘hustle culture’ is/isn’t and what the consequences and warning signs are that you might be caught up in this trap
• What it means to be “radically content” - in a real, authentic and lasting way
• When society tells us we are “not enough” - we remain stuck… how we can squash this old story and begin to unlearn what we’ve been taught us over time
• Why it’s potentially dangerous to be in the constant pursuit of our “best” lives and ideas on what’s better
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to reduce the negative self-talk that keeps you dissatisfied and feeling unworthy of happiness and deep contentment.

This conversation is the last in our series focusing on discernment and helping you ultimately to MAKE A CHOICE. I believe it’s the 1000 daily choices that make up my lifetime.

When I choose wisely, my little light inside shines brighter and brighter. And equally, when I get overwhelmed or exhausted, have a slip or hit the big red F-it button in the sky, well… that’s a choice too. Either way, I hope you know that you’re never too far gone. When you are rooted down in the present, surround yourself with healthy people and life-giving communities, all it sometimes takes is the courage to take the very next step.

You can do it, I believe in you… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to say NO to hustle culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jamie-varon-say-no-to-hustle-culture-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to stop yo-yo-dieting… and boy howdy, this is certainly a HOT topic. You see, modern culture doesn’t want you to realize that everything you need to get off this crazy train is well within your grasp right now. It instead wants you to keep consuming, keep falling off the wagon, keep shaming yourself to only repeat the cycle over and over and over again. Yo-yo dieting is a trap… and you know this, you ALWAYS regain the weight back (if not more). Enough. Time to choose something different.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author and nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares as she simplifies how to stop yo-yo dieting. All of this will help you make better choices in life. It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author + nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “wellness” is, especially in this day and age when fast food and instant gratification is slowly killing us all
• Have you noticed? Why people of color are rarely represented in the billion-dollar industry of health and wellness and how to make a positive change here
• What are some practical ways we can incorporate more plant-based whole foods into our meals, especially when we’re limited on time
• Why herbs are an important, secret weapon to healing and to a healthy lifestyle - as part of what she calls the Reclaiming Wellness Method
• …and ultimately, when people are ready to stop yo-yo dieting, she talks about the role that music and community plays in all of this.

Q: Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jovanka-ciares-stop-yo-yo-dieting-part-two

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Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting once and for all? Lord knows, it doesn’t work but we get woo-ed by the bright, shiny object syndrome of magic pills and “5 steps to the body you desire” nonsense that’s shoved down our throats especially in these months leading up to summer. Enough. Let’s make a choice to try something different.

My special guest today is author Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting and instead, reclaim your wellness. She shares age-old practices from around the world that help us all lead a healthy, happy and beautiful life, regardless of our age, gender, ethnicity, income or social status. So, if you’re tired of bouncing from one doctor’s office to the next and packing on more prescription pills and pounds around the midsection than ever before… Jovanka shares a better way to create your own wellness journey that works specifically for you and your body.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author + nutrition educator Jovanka Ciares and she’s simplifying how to stop yo-yo dieting. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “wellness” is, especially in this day and age when fast food and instant gratification is slowly killing us all
• Have you noticed? Why people of color are rarely represented in the billion-dollar industry of health and wellness and how to make a positive change here
• What are some practical ways we can incorporate more plant-based whole foods into our meals, especially when we’re limited on time
• Why herbs are an important, secret weapon to healing and to a healthy lifestyle - as part of what she calls the Reclaiming Wellness Method
• …and ultimately, when people are ready to stop yo-yo dieting, she talks about the role that music and community plays in all of this.

Q: Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jovanka-ciares-stop-yo-yo-dieting-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to develop your psychic gifts and I’m curious…. Has the world around you changed a bit? For example, have you noticed your interactions with people in your everyday life seem a bit different or have you noticed little signals or cues that you hadn’t spotted before like the perfect song came on the radio at that very perfect moment? The truth is… they’ve been there all along, it’s just that you’re now open to receive them.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author MaryAnn DiMarco as she simplifies how to develop your psychic gifts. All of this will help you make better choices in life.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she believes that everyone is capable of being psychic… What are the clues you could look for (in yourself and the signs/signals around us) to confirm this?
• Why it’s important to “get the ego in check” in order to channel the Universe’s energy and your “Universal team”
• What the 6 ways that Spirit communicates with us are through sensory input
• How to put boundaries into play in a practical way when tapping into your psychic gifts
• …and ultimately, you’ll learn that balance is a large part of integrating Divine Guidance into everyday life - MaryAnn shows us 1-2 ways we can do this, starting today.

Q: Are you ready to develop your psychic gifts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maryann-dimarco-develop-your-psychic-gifts-part-two

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My special guest today is author MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. It’s that deep inner knowing that guides you through life if you listen to it. For me, it’s like having a sherpa who’s running alongside me, helping me to make wise decisions and see the bigger picture, too.

MaryAnn believes that everyone (yes, even you) can access this divine guidance to enhance your everyday life and better serve others.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco and she’s simplifying how to develop your psychic gifts. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she believes that everyone is capable of being psychic… What are the clues you could look for (in yourself and the signs/signals around us) to confirm this?
• Why it’s important to “get the ego in check” in order to channel the Universe’s energy and your “Universal team”
• What the 6 ways that Spirit communicates with us are through sensory input
• How to put boundaries into play in a practical way when tapping into your psychic gifts
• …and ultimately, you’ll learn that balance is a large part of integrating Divine Guidance into everyday life - MaryAnn shows us 1-2 ways we can do this, starting today.

Q: Are you ready to develop your psychic gifts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maryann-dimarco-develop-your-psychic-gifts-part-one

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: this will help you choose what’s right for you, if you’ve got a big decision to make this week. That will be our focus and intention for the entire month ahead… making good choices that enrich our lives and raise our vibration. So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we’ve decided to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to choose what’s right for you. I hope this visualization sticks with you the entire week as you choose what’s right for you next. Do it again and again if you have other decisions you need to make in the future… because when you tap into your deep inner knowing, you’re accessing the Divine. That electric energy that can be found inside all of us that connect us together. It knows. You know. We all know if we are brave and we open ourselves to it.

I hope you take action on this decision today. Make that phone call. Send that email. Make that ‘Bold Ask’ out into the world. Do the thing.

As long as this decision isn’t harming yourself or someone else in the world, go for it. Follow your truth and see what unfolds from the Divine bliss of finally making a decision and moving forward.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

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https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-choose-whats-right-for-you

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to redefine your identity as a new mother. And wow, I love hearing your stories and what’s working for you in this season of your life. Thank you for connecting with me via DM on Instagram @thesimplifiers and sharing it all with me. I believe this is the true secret to life… remembering how we are in community with each other, like a village, sharing stories, fumbles and tips/tricks learned along the way. We care for each other (like a village) and for our children, as a collective. YES, more of this!

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with podcaster Nicole Lawrence as she simplifies how to redefine your identity as a new mother.

It’s time to simplify… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nicole Lawrence and she’s simplifying how to redefine your identity as a new mother. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Identity seems like such an integral part of being human and there are so many stories in our lives… how do we distinguish what is true - and what isn’t serving us any longer?
• Nicole shares a glimpse into her birth story with Rhodes - what she learned about herself before, during the birth, and afterwards that could help other expecting parents and new mothers
• How she meets BIG transitions in life with grace
• What childbirth taught her about “the rules you set for yourself in life” and your identity

…and ultimately, it seems like we’re in an interesting time in history where gender roles and responsibilities in work and life are shifting - how does this play into redefining your identity?

If you’re a new parent, I really hope this vulnerable conversation with Nicole helps you remember that you are not alone. The first couple of years with a new baby can be SUPER tricky as you not only adjust to this new way of living, but also your child learns the rhythms of life outside the womb. Go slow, get outside for some vitamin D (with a little sunscreen) and remember that you’re doing a fantastic job, no matter how messy it may seem, at times.

I hope today’s conversation with Nicole helps you feel more connected with others around you.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to redefine your identity as a new mother? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nicole-lawrence-redefine-your-identity-as-a-new-mother-part-two

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How do you redefine your identity as a new mother? I’m stating the obvious when I say this, but when you become a new mother (or parent), everything changes. I know, my children are now 11 and 13 years old and I remember those early years of juggling a thriving business, a full team on payroll, and also grappling with redefining my identity as a new mother. This stuff ain’t easy and it certainly isn’t as pretty as everyone makes it out to be in their ultra-filtered lives on Instagram. So, where can you find the truth in a sea of big, massive change?

My special guest today is podcaster Nicole Lawrence and she’s simplifying how to redefine your identity as a new mother. If you’ve brought a new baby into your home in the last 12 months, you know that the whole world turned upside down in one way or another. And if you did it during a pandemic, friend… you deserve a trophy!

Some days (ney, hours) are brilliant… and the next, you’re trying to wipe off baby spit-up that’s caked in your hair and desperately trying to remember the last time you had an adult conversation with someone. (Wait, was it last week? The week before?) And how in the world do I sneak a shower in as well? Girl, I feel ya. Nicole shares some deep insight from the first year of her own very messy journey with her baby Rhodes and how she is re-emerging with a new identity and a new spirit as an ever-evolving woman.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nicole Lawrence and she’s simplifying how to redefine your identity as a new mother. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Identity seems like such an integral part of being human and there are so many stories in our lives… how do we distinguish what is true - and what isn’t serving us any longer?
• Nicole shares a glimpse into her birth story with Rhodes - what she learned about herself before, during the birth, and afterwards that could help other expecting parents and new mothers
• How she meets BIG transitions in life with grace
• What childbirth taught her about “the rules you set for yourself in life” and your identity

…and ultimately, it seems like we’re in an interesting time in history where gender roles and responsibilities in work and life are shifting - how does this play into redefining your identity?

If you’re a new parent, I really hope this vulnerable conversation with Nicole helps you remember that you are not alone. The first couple of years with a new baby can be SUPER tricky as you not only adjust to this new way of living, but also your child learns the rhythms of life outside the womb. Go slow, get outside for some vitamin D (with a little sunscreen) and remember that you’re doing a fantastic job, no matter how messy it may seem, at times.

I hope today’s conversation with Nicole helps you feel more connected with others around you.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to redefine your identity as a new mother? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nicole-lawrence-redefine-your-identity-as-a-new-mother-part-one

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I’m so thrilled to share with you my top 5 things that I learned at SXSW 2022! Man, it was such a brilliant conference and I’m so pleased that I was invited to speak at this event. My workshop called, “Why Your Grandma’s Podcast is Better Than Yours” was a total success with a full house and many people stayed 20 minutes over the end time, hungry for more. As a public speaker and workshop facilitator, for me it was EVERYTHING.

As Laura Lorek of the Silicon Hills News said online, “being in a pandemic for over two years and then being at SXSW for 10 days - I feel like I went from hiding in a cave to performing live on stage at the Grand Ole Opry!” Yup, I felt that, 100%. We’ve all been tucked away in our little pockets and cocoons for so, so long and it just felt brilliant to re-emerge once again.

Here are my top 5 things I learned at SXSW 2022: 1) Re-emergence is happening right now - take the leap. 2) Smaller is better - more chances to go deeper.

3) Space tourism and holograms are a real thing and more accessible than you think.

4) Simplifying NFTs with a brick analogy

5) Let’s talk about belonging and return-to-work initiatives

One final whisper And just one final whisper, just from me to you, dear friend… come in closer.

I hope this episode inspired you to get back out there and attend one or two IRL conferences in the year ahead. And I realize that this can be super scary and daunting. I actually practiced “people-ing” in the weeks leading up to having to people at SXSW.

And of course, I’m being safe, wearing masks, taking precautions and I’m triple-vaxxed so my 5G is through the roof. Because, science.

So if you’re the same as me, I just want to whisper in your ear a little love and encouragement…

• Friend, it’s time to re-emerge.
• It’s time to come back out into the world.
• Make Bold Asks for what you want, what you need… and what you desire.
• It’s time to get back IRL with others, and share ideas, get inspired, and have a bit of fun together to replenish your love tank.

It’s time. You’re ready.

And the world is ready to experience your brilliance once again.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/5-things-I-learned-at-SXSW-2022

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to buy better and consume less. And I really hope it sparked some new ideas for you so far. I realize that sometimes all of this stuff can feel a bit overwhelming (same for me, too), like, “what impact could I really make in the grand scheme of things?” Well actually, Sian shows us… quite a bit.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Sian Conway-Wood as she simplifies how to buy better and consume less.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sian Conway-Wood and she’s simplifying how to buy better + consume less. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• In a world so eager to sell us magic pills and quick solutions to all of our “problems”, Sian shares why we should even consider buying better and consuming less right now - What impact one person can actually make on this global dilemma
• What she means mean by “greenwashing” and how to spot it when you shop next
• How to assess your shopping habits and start making simple, positive changes to buy better and consume less
• Where to find resources to borrow and share items in your local community
• …and ultimately, why she believes it’s toxic to shop in order to feel confident, sexy, or soothed. (don’t worry, we all do it) - What's a better solution?

All this month, we’ve been focused on the topic of re-emergence. And I dare say this conversation applies as well. Who we are is determined by how we live our life. What we buy, consume, and the 1000 daily choices we must make, big or small.

I’m starting to make better choices. Do I really need those individually plastic-wrapped potatoes or could I buy them in a 5lb bundle with less packaging? Do I really need a $5 shirt or could I pause and re-consider how much the factory workers were paid on a t-shirt so severely discounted like that? Do I really need to own every power tool under the sun?

I hope today’s conversation with Sian has you asking these questions as well.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to buy better + consume less? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sian-conway-wood-buy-better-consume-less-part-two

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Saving the world feels a bit daunting, but what if we could simply buy better and consume less as our way of doing our part? Would it make a difference? Could we move the needle on global warming, thwarting fast fashion, and making better choices on the stuff we buy, eat, and consume as a whole. Short answer: yes.

My special guest today is author Sian Conway-Wood and she’s simplifying how to buy better and consume less. These last couple of years had all of us reflecting on various aspects of our lives and for the first time, many of us started to realize how fragile global supply chains can be to keep the world running smoothly. But what if there was a better way to make a positive impact on the environment instead of going for the lowest price item or buying the things that can get delivered to us the quickest? Sian shows us the way and it’s simpler than you think.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Sian Conway-Wood and she’s simplifying how to buy better + consume less. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• In a world so eager to sell us magic pills and quick solutions to all of our “problems”, Sian shares why we should even consider buying better and consuming less right now - What impact one person can actually make on this global dilemma
• What she means mean by “greenwashing” and how to spot it when you shop next
• How to assess your shopping habits and start making simple, positive changes to buy better and consume less
• Where to find resources to borrow and share items in your local community
• …and ultimately, why she believes it’s toxic to shop in order to feel confident, sexy, or soothed. (don’t worry, we all do it) - What's a better solution?

All this month, we’ve been focused on the topic of re-emergence. And I dare say this conversation applies as well. Who we are is determined by how we live our life. What we buy, consume, and the 1000 daily choices we must make, big or small.

I’m starting to make better choices. Do I really need those individually plastic-wrapped potatoes or could I buy them in a 5lb bundle with less packaging? Do I really need a $5 shirt or could I pause and re-consider how much the factory workers were paid on a t-shirt so severely discounted like that? Do I really need to own every power tool under the sun?

I hope today’s conversation with Sian has you asking these questions as well.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to buy better + consume less? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/sian-conway-wood-buy-better-consume-less-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to reawaken your sexy side. Whooo boy, this one is taking off like wildfire! I know this would be a hot topic and I’m so pleased to share this conversation with you, so we can collectively dust off the cobwebs and re-emerge together.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Jolie Dawn as she simplifies how to reawaken your sexy side.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic
• …and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

All this month, we’ve been focused on re-emergence. It’s spring, the weather is changing, and the world is starting to reopen again as restrictions begin to ease.

There’s a certain new energy in the air. Can you feel it? If you haven’t listened to this month’s guided visualization exercise yet, I highly recommend cueing it up and listening to it after this episode, especially if you’re feeling stuck and want to integrate some of this deep wisdom into your body.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-two

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Let’s spice things up a bit and talk about how to reawaken your sexy side. If you’ve been feeling like your confidence has gone into hibernation these last couple of years, this episode is especially for you.

My special guest today is author Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. She believes that “your feminine pleasure is the gateway to your expression, your creativity and your deepest inner wisdom… that when you’re turned on, you’re connected to Life Force creation energy,” which changes your entire outlook on your work and life. And all of this highly intrigues me! If your sexuality has laid dormant due to big changes in your life or felt so distant from your true identity for way too long, Jolie has the antidote to help you re-emerge.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jolie Dawn and she’s simplifying how to reawaken your sexy side. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sexuality” vs. “sexiness” - what each are and and more importantly, what modern culture tries to sell and tell you they are, that simply isn’t true
• Jolie shares the secrets to becoming “a Creatrix in your own life” - what that means and how to do it
• What the 4 things you must consider the next time you get triggered that’ll help you deflect and recover fast
• How to live a prosperous life, instead of just enduring and surviving, which many of us have done these last few years in a pandemic

…and ultimately, we talked about sex-magic… how to unlock this powerful energy in how we show up in our work and lives.

All this month, we’ve been focused on re-emergence. It’s spring, the weather is changing, and the world is starting to reopen again as restrictions begin to ease.

There’s a certain new energy in the air. Can you feel it? If you haven’t listened to this month’s guided visualization exercise yet, I highly recommend cueing it up and listening to it after this episode, especially if you’re feeling stuck and want to integrate some of this deep wisdom into your body.

Q: Are you ready to reawaken your sexy side? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jolie-dawn-reawaken-your-sexy-side-part-one

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Here’s how to get the most out of attending SXSW this year! I announced recently that I’m speaking at this year’s SXSW conference, happening down in Austin, Texas and I’m so excited. I’ll be leading a workshop, simplifying and talking all about podcasts. But the truth is, this isn’t my first rodeo. I’ve been attending this conference since 1999 and I’ve learned quite a few things along the way!

So if you’re planning on attending IRL this year, I’ve got five tips to help you best prepare so you can get the most out of the experience.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/get-the-most-out-of-attending-SXSW

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: this will help you re-emerge post pandemic in a brand new way. The feedback is in - you all are loving our monthly  guided visualization episodes, which are slated to release on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to re-emerge post pandemic. So, are you ready to re-emerge, breaking free of the cocoon you’ve made around you these last few years? I know I am… and I’m running alongside you through this.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:

https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-re-emerge-post-pandemic

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to rediscover yourself after grief and trauma. And let me just say, this profound conversation has stuck with me ever since. So many things that Michele shared so far have come up in my dreams, in my conversations with others, and in my thoughts this week. I hope the same is true for you.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Michele Neff Hernandez as she simplifies how to rediscover yourself after grief and trauma.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Michele Neff Hernandez and she’s simplifying how to rediscover yourself after grief + trauma. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When a life-altering loss or trauma has happened, so many people just wish things would “go back to normal.” Why this is not a good idea.
• How to grieve who you used to be before this big change happened without getting stuck holding on to the past.
• What “integration” is and the role it plays when you’ve experienced loss and are on the path of rediscovering yourself.
• Why she recommends thinking of yourself as “a goldfish in a fishbowl” as a way to simplify and filter out what doesn’t help on the road to recovery.
• …and ultimately, what is needed in order to dream a new dream and (as she says) “own your phoenix.”

All this month, we’ve been focused on simplifying different aspects of our body for better understanding on how our body, mind, and spirit are inner-connected. This powerful conversation tackles it from a slightly different angle and I’m so thrilled to share it with you.

Take it slow, take deep breaths along the way, and more importantly, talk to someone about this episode. Just one person to help you remove some of the burden off your shoulders and slowly move forward on your path. We were never meant to tackle life alone. You’ve got me, heart wide open, running alongside you as well. Just breathe, my friend.

Q: Are you ready to rediscover yourself after grief + trauma? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:

https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/michele-neff-hernandez-rediscover-yourself-after-grief-trauma-part-two

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If you’ve experienced a loss recently, I’m sure you’ve also felt the effects of grief and trauma as well. Somewhere along the way, you might have lost yourself, too. Let’s talk about that.

My special guest today is author Michele Neff Hernandez and she’s simplifying how to rediscover yourself after grief and trauma. Truth is, with this pandemic, every single one of us on the planet collectively have lost something these last few years. Big or small, that trauma stay stuck in our bodies and it needs time and intentional space to process it as part of the healing process.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Michele Neff Hernandez and she’s simplifying how to rediscover yourself after grief + trauma. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When a life-altering loss or trauma has happened, so many people just wish things would “go back to normal.” Why this is not a good idea.
• How to grieve who you used to be before this big change happened without getting stuck holding on to the past.
• What “integration” is and the role it plays when you’ve experienced loss and are on the path of rediscovering yourself.
• Why she recommends thinking of yourself as “a goldfish in a fishbowl” as a way to simplify and filter out what doesn’t help on the road to recovery.

…and ultimately, what is needed in order to dream a new dream and (as she says) “own your phoenix.”

Take it slow, take deep breaths along the way, and more importantly, talk to someone about this episode. Just one person to help you remove some of the burden off your shoulders and slowly move forward on your path. We were never meant to tackle life alone. You’ve got me, heart wide open, running alongside you as well. Just breathe, my friend.

Q: Are you ready to rediscover yourself after grief + trauma? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/michele-neff-hernandez-rediscover-yourself-after-grief-trauma-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to say no to diet culture. And this builds on our theme for the month, talking all about our physical bodies. My hope is that you did the homework and talked to a friend about what you learned in part one… and that opened a dialogue for healing.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Autumn Shields as she simplifies how to say no to diet culture.

My special guest today is Autumn Shields and she’s simplifying how to say no to diet culture. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Her take on diet culture and where it can stem from as early as childhood
• We hear that self-love is the antidote but for some of us, that’s a BIG leap… she gives us baby steps to help us get there
• What she means by inner nudges - how to listen to them and what positive effect it has on your body and wellness, overall
• How intuitive eating works as an alternative to dieting
• …and ultimately, if you’re tired of being in a battle with your body and ready for something different, Autumns paints us a picture of what life could be like on the other side of saying no to diet culture by truly listening to your body, instead.

Q: Are you ready to say no to diet culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/autumn-shields-say-no-to-diet-culture-part-two

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Let’s talk about an insidious little thing called diet culture - why (and how) to say no to it. It’s the culprit behind why Americans spend over $30 billion on diet products annually and an estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet each year. But what is it, really? Diet culture, in short, is that collective set of social expectations that puts value on thinness above all else, which in turn, impacts how we view our bodies and treat others. When you don’t fit the mold, diet culture drives a wedge between you and the rest of society… and your body is to blame.

My special guest today is author Autumn Shields and she’s simplifying how to say no to diet culture.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Her take on diet culture and where it can stem from as early as childhood
• We hear that self-love is the antidote but for some of us, that’s a BIG leap… she gives us baby steps to help us get there
• What she means by inner nudges - how to listen to them and what positive effect it has on your body and wellness, overall
• How intuitive eating works as an alternative to dieting
• …and ultimately, if you’re tired of being in a battle with your body and ready for something different, Autumns paints us a picture of what life could be like on the other side of saying no to diet culture by truly listening to your body, instead.

Q: Are you ready to say no to diet culture? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/autumn-shields-say-no-to-diet-culture-part-one

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Treat your body like a temple. We’ve all heard that notion before. It’s in the Bible too (if you read that) over at 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, if you’re curious. But what does it ACTUALLY mean? How do we treat our bodies better, overall and throughout this year ahead? Well, let’s simplify that!

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/treat-your-body-like-a-temple

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: ask yourself, what is your body trying to tell you right now? Based on the popularity of last month’s guided visualization episode, I’ve decided to release one on the first Tuesday of every month this season. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: what is your body trying to tell you right now? You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-what-is-your-body-trying-to-tell-you

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Let’s talk about how to form new habits that stick. Okay, okay, I’m curious… raise your hand if you were totally fired up at the beginning of this month to start afresh, change your life, or maybe flip one or two bad habits into better ones? Yup, me too. Now, keep your hand raised if you stuck with it all?

Energetically, I just felt a ton of hands went down all around the world… woof, me too! I think if we step back and zoom out a bit, we’d see that there is so much more at play here then what we thought at first glance. 

Why do we, as humans, seem to have a hard time setting and sticking with new habits? Listen in to today's episode to find out why and what we can do to change that. Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/how-to-form-new-habits-that-stick

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to find deeper purpose in life. And I feel like all of it is so divinely timed. This entire month, we’ve been simplifying topics in and around this realm to find clarity on the year ahead. From creating a vision board to visualizing a new path for your life ahead, my hope is that my conversation with Dan Millman has dropped down a few new seeds of inspiration as you uncover your deeper purpose in life today and beyond.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with author Dan Millman as he simplifies how to find deeper purpose in life.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• As a young man early on, he learned a valuable life lesson: “Stop thinking about it and jump!” Dan shares this childhood memory and how that phrase has guided him over his lifetime
• How he defines the “human spirit” and why we humans yearn to find deeper purpose in life, unlike any other mammals that we know of
• What the four purposes of life are:
• • Learning life’s lessons
  • Finding your career & calling
  • Discovering your life path
  • Attending to this arising moment
• Through his spiritual quest over his lifetime, Dan encountered four mentors: The Professor, The Guru, The Warrior-Priest, and The Sage. He shares what he learned from each and why it’s important to find a mentor to help you uncover your purpose
• …and ultimately, what it means to have a “peaceful heart” and a “warrior spirit” in life. How to incorporate this in a simple, practical way into your work and life

Just a quick bit of love to you, our listeners at The Simplifiers Podcast!

When you hear an episode like today’s on the podcast that potentially stirs up a new idea in your heart, talk about it with someone else. Maybe you’re thinking about making your own jump, like taking a great big leap in your career, your relationships or how you structure your calendar… I just want to encourage you to talk about it with someone else. Choose someone you trust who you know will give you wise counsel.

Gain their insight and don’t be afraid to say, “hey, I heard this thing on The Simplifiers Podcast… I’m thinking about doing something BIG - what do you think?” Spark a conversation - you might be surprised with what you learn. This is how we all grow and evolve.

Q: Are you ready to find your deeper purpose in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/dan-millman-find-deeper-purpose-in-life-part-two

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How and where do you find deeper purpose in your life? My goodness, that’s a BIG question to tackle…. and a vital one, too. So, we’re jumping in head-first to see what we can uncover.

My special guest today is author Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. Now, you may be familiar with Dan as he wrote the book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives many moons ago… or you may be new to his work.

Either way, he brings to the table so much heartfelt wisdom on how to turn intentions into action, challenges into strength, and life experience into wisdom. And when we do that, we begin to realize that there are no ordinary moments in life… when you look again, you realize that every moment has the bright opportunity to be mind-blowing and spectacular if you slow down to really see it. And when you do, Dan believes that your deeper purpose shines back at you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dan Millman and he’s simplifying how to find deeper purpose in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• As a young man early on, he learned a valuable life lesson: “Stop thinking about it and jump!” Dan shares this childhood memory and how that phrase has guided him over his lifetime
• How he defines the “human spirit” and why we humans yearn to find deeper purpose in life, unlike any other mammals that we know of
• What the four purposes of life are:
• • Learning life’s lessons
  • Finding your career & calling
  • Discovering your life path
  • Attending to this arising moment
• Through his spiritual quest over his lifetime, Dan encountered four mentors: The Professor, The Guru, The Warrior-Priest, and The Sage. He shares what he learned from each and why it’s important to find a mentor to help you uncover your purpose
• …and ultimately, what it means to have a “peaceful heart” and a “warrior spirit” in life. How to incorporate this in a simple, practical way into your work and life

Just a quick bit of love to you, our listeners at The Simplifiers Podcast!

When you hear an episode like today’s on the podcast that potentially stirs up a new idea in your heart, talk about it with someone else. Maybe you’re thinking about making your own jump, like taking a great big leap in your career, your relationships or how you structure your calendar… I just want to encourage you to talk about it with someone else. Choose someone you trust who you know will give you wise counsel.

Gain their insight and don’t be afraid to say, “hey, I heard this thing on The Simplifiers Podcast… I’m thinking about doing something BIG - what do you think?” Spark a conversation - you might be surprised with what you learn. This is how we all grow and evolve.

Q: Are you ready to find your deeper purpose in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/dan-millman-find-deeper-purpose-in-life-part-one

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to visualize a new path for your life. Something that I love doing with my coaching clients is to lead them through guided visualization exercises and the thought occurred to me, “why not do these on the podcast, as well?!” So in today’s mini episode, I’m going to lead you through a guided meditation and visualization that’s going to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers.

Listen and participate in a guided visualization exercise: how to visualize a new path for your life. One final whisper This year, I want to encourage you to remember… most answers that you seek are already inside you now. Whether you believe in God or a higher power or something else at play here, just remember this deep inner wisdom can be found inside you now… and any time you feel lost, overwhelmed or stressed.

Just slow down, tune in with your body and your breath, do this visualization exercise whenever you need it, and ask.

Gone are the days of looking outside yourself for a magic pill or a guru on a pedestal to fix us. This year, consider the simple idea that your Intuition knows. Your body knows. Your brain and your heart know. And it’s all waiting for you to simply ask, trust, and then decide to take daily, imperfect action by making Bold Asks.

To visualize a new path for your life, it’s just a matter of slowing down and listening to what your soul truly wants and where Source truly needs you next. You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:

https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/guided-how-to-visualize-a-new-path-for-your-life

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Happy New Year, friends - to kick things off on the right foot, here’s how to create a vision board to help guide you in the year ahead. This has been a tool I’ve used for at least the last four years and let me tell you, it works! I create mine right at the beginning of the new year and it serves as a visual guide to help me remember what is most important in my life. 

Let me explain… it’s a visual representation of my core values, my desires, and my goals. Every single element I put on my vision board has been carefully picked and prayed over to ensure it feels right… and it’s actually what I want to create in the year ahead.

As such, I wanted to share my top 5 tips on creating a vision board, so if you want to make one for yourself this year, it’ll be a simple process. Here goes…

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https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/how-to-create-a-vision-board

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

It’s crazy to think that the majority of people are going to be fast asleep at 2am tonight in your neighborhood and city. Like the whole world powers down to rest, all at once. If you’re someone prone to late night brain whirling or you seem to be tossing and turning for no reason at all, I hope today’s conversation really gives you some tools to try out tonight.

And let us know what worked! I’m always keen to hear from listeners on what you’re learning from the podcast, testing out in your own life, and seeing results in simplifying… reach out on Instagram @thesimplifiers, tag us, DM me… I’d love to hear from you!

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
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Are you finding it harder and harder these days to stick to your boundaries? Whether it’s a lack of physical space at your house (hello, homeschooling)… or a lack of breathing room and space in your calendar, causing you to overwork, strive, and feel flustered with it all. Or maybe it’s a Boundary Destroyer in your life, which is a whole other ball of wax.

My special guest today is psychotherapist Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries. In her book, Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free is a must-read for me and so many girlfriends of mine as we are looking to break free from the nonsense. And more importantly, live a more authentic, fulfilled life by mastering how we create and maintain healthy boundaries.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Through her research, what she found are some common myths that women believe when setting boundaries
• What the psychological aspect is behind why we DON’T set boundaries for ourselves? What’s happening, really?
• How to understand what your internal ‘Boundary Blueprint’ is and how to communicate our desired (more positive) boundaries are to other people
• In a work setting, what to do if you’re afraid you’ll be seen as a “bitch” or if you fear being fired by your client after you state your boundaries
• And ultimately, at home… what you must do when it’s a family member (a parent, spouse or child) who you cannot remove from your life entirely and you’re having to constantly state and restate your boundaries all the time?

Terri is a brilliant bright light in this field of study and she’s going to show us a better way of sticking to our boundaries. In our conversation today, you’ll gain a glimmer into her work, teaching each of us how to stop abandoning ourselves for the sake of others without guilt or drama. But rather, she shows us a way that healthy boundaries can help us gain better communication and better relationships… more satisfaction, abundance, and success. All of it is a result of doing the work, gaining clarity on our subconscious beliefs, and sticking to our boundaries.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stick to your boundaries better? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/terri-cole-stick-to-your-boundaries-replay

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Let’s talk about cooking, more specifically, let’s simplify how to cook lighter with your Instant Pot! It’s happened, I too have jumped on the bandwagon of cooking with an Instant Pot… and can I say, I LOVE IT. It makes batch cooking a cinch and the versatility of what you can make, my goodness, I feel like I’m just scratching the surface!

My special guest today is celebrity cookbook author, Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot. While yes, you could make super gooey, creamy and decadent meals like mac-n-cheese in your Instant Pot, Jeffrey is also going to show us a way to lighten it all up, cooking to your specific eating lifestyle. Whether it’s Keto, Paleo, Gluten-free, or vegetarian and vegan, it’s all about eating wholesome, real food that raises your vibration rather than ones that sink you into a food coma and total brain fog… but here’s the caveat: he promises we won’t lose any of the flavor along the way.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For those just getting started using their Instant Pot, the 2-3 tips that would help you feel less intimidated, so you can get going with experimenting, playing and cooking food with it this week

• What “cooking lighter” looks like for him these days and which recipes he’s enjoying making right now, which might give you a few ideas on what to cook tonight

• Which must-have staples you need stocked in your pantry, specifically for pressure cooking
• • Lawry’s seasoned salt
  • beef, chicken, vegetable stock, specifically Better than Bouillon concentrated stock base
  • dried beans (black, pinto, white beans)
  • quinoa, rice (white, brown, wild), and farro
  • herbs & spices - TIP: buy one new spice each week to build your pantry and experiment with new flavors!

• How to cook for kids or picky eaters with an Instant Pot - he shares his best advice for parents without much time to cook, but want happy bellies around the dinner table

• …and ultimately, he shared a little bit about his own wellness journey - what he wished he knew earlier on when it comes to eating lighter and maintaining his weight.

Like Jeff, I’ve struggled with my weight since I was a little girl. The number on the scale would go UP and it’d go down in waves. 20 lbs here, 30 lbs there… ugh. And like Jeff, recently I’ve started to really pay attention to the food I put into my body. Ask yourself: what is life-giving food for me and my lifestyle? And what isn’t?

I hope that wherever you are in your health and wellness journey, you’ll find this lighthearted interview inspires you to try something new with your Instant Pot cooking this week.

Q: Are you ready to cook lighter using an Instant Pot? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jeffrey-eisner-cook-lighter-instant-pot-replay

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When was the last time you felt like you were in flow state? You know, that feeling you get when time seems limitless, your creative juices and ideas are free flowing, and your energy is buzzing at a higher vibration. Has it felt like forever? Well if so, you’re going to love today’s conversation.

My special guest today is The Brain Guy - Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow. He believes in one simple truth: whatever you are looking to achieve in life, it’s your brain and your nervous system working together that control your life’s outcomes.

Therefore, when you tap into your subconscious mind (which accounts for 95% of your total brain processing), you unlock a higher intelligence that’ll help you quickly and easily transform stress, resolve trauma faster, and get back to thriving. So, more joy, satiated contentment, pleasure, and abundance on a deeper level… These are all the things you can experience when you get in the flow.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How he defines “flow state” and what’s actually happening in your brain when you’re “in the flow”
• What effect stress has on the brain and the body and how to spot it
• Athletes train to achieve “high performance” - he shares what he has learned whilst working with them, specifically with understanding the brain as the “control center” in conjunction with the nervous system
• …and ultimately, he talks about the subconscious mind: what it is, how it works, and (finally) understanding that it is governing your actions and (in my words) your “1000 daily choices.” When you do, you can change your life for the better.

This conversation was so cerebral and deep, I’ve decided to split it into two parts. Part one this week and part two next week, so we all have time to simmer on the ideas he shares, talk to others about it, and see what small changes you can make in your work and life that’ll help you get into the flow more often.

So make sure to have a journal and pen handy while listening to this one. I’m fairly certain you’ll want to jot down a few things along the way, as did I.

Bottomline, when we achieve flow state, our life is buzzing with possibility. I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you and look forward to hearing what you think about it all soon!

Q: Are you ready to get into the flow? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/scott-robinson-get-into-the-flow-replay

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to cultivate healthy relationships and it’s certainly a HOT TOPIC. The truth is, I find it’s so hard to see the toxicity you (willingly) invite into your life (albeit a bad client, boyfriend or otherwise), until it’s way, way, WAY too late. If you resonate with that, raise your hand. And know this… you have the power to change things. Give yourself a little grace, you can break this cycle. Know that it all starts here, my friend.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Brianne Davis as she simplifies how to cultivate healthy relationships.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Brianne Davis and she’s simplifying how to cultivate healthy relationships. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Maybe the best way to tackle this topic is to define what an UNHEALTHY relationship looks and feels like, first. What the warning signs are that you might be in an unhealthy relationship
• Brianne’s story when she realized she was a sex and love addict - what that term means and at what point she hit rock bottom in her life
• What the recovery process looks like for sex and love addicts, and which resources have been most valuable for her along the way
• Why she has ‘10 rules to live by’ that help her create and maintain healthy relationships - we took a deep dive into 2-3 of them
• …and ultimately, how to create better boundaries for yourself in relationships, both personally and professionally.

As we wrap season four and 2021, I just wanted to say thank you for being such a devoted listener to The Simplifiers Podcast. I love doing this work and based on the 5-star reviews and feedback we’ve received recently, it sounds like we are headed in the right direction with this podcast.

As always, thank you for telling just one friend about this podcast this week and helping us grow our following around the world. In the coming weeks in December, we’ll look back at our favorite episodes this season and then come back STRONG in 2022 with a whole new season of incredible thought leaders, authors, and interviews to help us all simplify all aspects of our work and life.

Q: Are you ready to cultivate healthy relationships in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/brianne-davis-cultivate-healthy-relationships-part-two

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One of the hardest things to grapple with in life is realizing when you are at the root as to why you are NOT cultivating healthy relationships. Have you ever found yourself chasing unavailable people or constantly welcoming toxic patterns in people, over and over and over again? If so, how do you break the cycle?

My special guest today is Brianne Davis and she’s simplifying how to cultivate healthy relationships, both personally and professionally. If you’ve found yourself in relationships that are flat-out exhausting or ones that make you feel ‘less than’ or never enough, this one's for you. Brianne helps light a way out of that destructive behavior by sharing what she’s learned over her lifetime as a sex & love addict.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is author Brianne Davis and she’s simplifying how to cultivate healthy relationships. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Maybe the best way to tackle this topic is to define what an UNHEALTHY relationship looks and feels like, first. What the warning signs are that you might be in an unhealthy relationship
• Brianne’s story when she realized she was a sex and love addict - what that term means and at what point she hit rock bottom in her life
• What the recovery process looks like for sex and love addicts, and which resources have been most valuable for her along the way
• Why she has ‘10 rules to live by’ that help her create and maintain healthy relationships - we took a deep dive into 2-3 of them
• …and ultimately, how to create better boundaries for yourself in relationships, both personally and professionally.

As we wrap season four and 2021, I just wanted to say thank you for being such a devoted listener to The Simplifiers Podcast. I love doing this work and based on the 5-star reviews and feedback we’ve received recently, it sounds like we are headed in the right direction with this podcast.

As always, thank you for telling just one friend about this podcast this week and helping us grow our following around the world. In the coming weeks in December, we’ll look back at our favorite episodes this season and then come back STRONG in 2022 with a whole new season of incredible thought leaders, authors, and interviews to help us all simplify all aspects of our work and life.

Q: Are you ready to cultivate healthy relationships in your life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/brianne-davis-cultivate-healthy-relationships-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to tackle mansplaining in the workplace. My goodness, what a HOT TOPIC that one was for y’all! There is nothing more cringy than when it happens to someone nearby, huh? And it’s no fun to be on the receiving end of it either. Not an easy topic to simplify but one worth examining as a collective to dismantle it for good.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with gender equity expert Dr. Kimberly DeSimone as she simplifies how to tackle mansplaining in the workplace.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Kimberly DeSimone and she’s simplifying how to tackle mansplaining in the workplace. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• First things first, she defines the term ‘mansplaining’ and how it’s different from someone being condescending or just interrupting. She tells us a bit of the history behind this phenomenon, culturally, especially in American culture
• Why some people discount mansplaining when it occurs and what a better response might be
• What the three things you can do to interrupt this bad behavior either when it happens to you or someone on your team
• • Acknowledgment
  • Amplification
  • Allyship
• How to respond when mansplaining happens to you from a prospective client vs. your vendors/suppliers vs. your team members/subordinates
• …and ultimately, she shared some clever strategies to help you be prepared and avoid getting flustered when it happens.

Thanks again for being such a devoted listener to The Simplifiers Podcast. You know me, I don’t shy away from the hard topics to simplify… I find they make for the most challenging and engaging conversations!

When you hear an episode like today’s on the podcast that potentially pokes a nerve, talk about it with someone else. Gain their insight and don’t be afraid to say, “hey, I heard this thing on The Simplifiers Podcast… is that a thing you’ve experienced as well?” Spark a conversation - you might be surprised with what you learn. This is how we all grow and evolve.

Q: Are you ready to tackle mansplaining in the workplace? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kimberly-desimone-mansplaining-in-the-workplace-part-two

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Have you ever had to tackle mansplaining in the workplace? Yes, it’s a real thing. And yes, we’re going there today.

My special guest today is gender equity expert, Dr. Kimberly DeSimone and she’s simplifying how to tackle mansplaining in the workplace. It’s more than just a buzzword, it’s a challenge people face on the daily, especially nowadays. The good news is, there are simple ways to respond, rise above, and prevent it from happening again where you work. We break it all down, you might be quite surprised to learn why it happens when it does. Dr Kimberly also shares excellent advice on how to be a great ally when it happens to someone else next to you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Kimberly DeSimone and she’s simplifying how to tackle mansplaining in the workplace. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• First things first, she defines the term ‘mansplaining’ and how it’s different from someone being condescending or just interrupting. She tells us a bit of the history behind this phenomenon, culturally, especially in American culture
• Why some people discount mansplaining when it occurs and what a better response might be
• What the three things you can do to interrupt this bad behavior either when it happens to you or someone on your team
• • Acknowledgment
  • Amplification
  • Allyship
• How to respond when mansplaining happens to you from a prospective client vs. your vendors/suppliers vs. your team members/subordinates
• …and ultimately, she shared some clever strategies to help you be prepared and avoid getting flustered when it happens.

Thanks again for being such a devoted listener to The Simplifiers Podcast. You know me, I don’t shy away from the hard topics to simplify… I find they make for the most challenging and engaging conversations!

When you hear an episode like today’s on the podcast that potentially pokes a nerve, talk about it with someone else. Gain their insight and don’t be afraid to say, “hey, I heard this thing on The Simplifiers Podcast… is that a thing you’ve experienced as well?” Spark a conversation - you might be surprised with what you learn. This is how we all grow and evolve.

Q: Are you ready to tackle mansplaining in the workplace? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kimberly-desimone-mansplaining-in-the-workplace-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to become a BOLD woman and it got me thinking… really, I think we are all bold at different seasons in our lives. Heck, our boldness might change by the hour, or even by the email we open in our inbox. It fluctuates given the situation and that’s completely normal. Yet, if you’ve found yourself not recovering as fast as you used to, my hope is this conversation helps you get back to center once again.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with executive coach Caytie Langford as she simplifies how to become a BOLD woman.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Caytie Langford and she’s simplifying how to become a BOLD woman. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• In her mind, what it means to be “bold” - especially these days as a woman
• What the underlying problems are that keep women from being bold and equally, what the antidote is
• How to cultivate more confidence in our work and lives
• Culture says we must be “meek and mild” - she talks about “acts of rebellion” - what that means and how we can do it in simple ways every single day
• …and ultimately, if overachieving and striving was our old ways of doing things, what a better alternative is to find your calling and take action.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to become a BOLD woman? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/caytie-langford-become-a-bold-woman-part-two

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What would life be like if you were to become a BOLD woman? And what does that mean, anyway? For today’s guest, it’s all about being unleashed, unapologetic and unstoppable.

My special guest today is executive coach Caytie Langford and she’s simplifying how to become a BOLD woman. If you’ve found your confidence got knocked for six lately due to any sort of change, big or small, this episode is especially for you. She’s going to teach you how to find clarity, get back on track, and more importantly, remember that your purpose is greater than your fear.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Caytie Langford and she’s simplifying how to become a BOLD woman. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• In her mind, what it means to be “bold” - especially these days as a woman
• What the underlying problems are that keep women from being bold and equally, what the antidote is
• How to cultivate more confidence in our work and lives
• Culture says we must be “meek and mild” - she talks about “acts of rebellion” - what that means and how we can do it in simple ways every single day
• …and ultimately, if overachieving and striving was our old ways of doing things, what a better alternative is to find your calling and take action.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to become a BOLD woman? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/caytie-langford-become-a-bold-woman-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to find your dream home. They say there are a few super key moments in life that are high stakes… getting married (or divorced), having a baby, moving to a new job or city and yes, buying a house. It’s the one time you spend a helluva lot of money and you want to do it right.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with REALTOR Robin McCoy as she simplifies how to find your dream home.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Robin McCoy and she’s simplifying how to find your dream home. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first few steps are to buying a home nowadays
• Why she recommends to her clients to “put their shields up” and how to do it
• When searching for homes, what things you should consider, above and beyond how long your commute would be
• How using “love letters” could work for and against you in the home buying process - you decide based on the pros/cons of writing them
• …and ultimately, we talked about the best practices and strategies you could use to make a compelling offer that buyers will find appealing.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to find your dream home? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robin-mccoy-find-your-dream-home-part-two

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Are you hoping to find your dream home in the coming months? Based on the popularity of a recent episode we did on buying real estate, we’re taking the conversation one step further.

My special guest today is REALTOR® Robin McCoy and she’s simplifying how to find your dream home. Let’s face it… people are on the move right now, houses are getting gobbled up in no time flat, and in some markets, people are totally getting priced out of the neighborhoods they’d like to live in. How do you avoid this and ensure you’re not overspending on the dream home you truly desire? Robin has got some solid advice, no matter where you live now.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Robin McCoy and she’s simplifying how to find your dream home. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first few steps are to buying a home nowadays
• Why she recommends to her clients to “put their shields up” and how to do it
• When searching for homes, what things you should consider, above and beyond how long your commute would be
• How using “love letters” could work for and against you in the home buying process - you decide based on the pros/cons of writing them
• …and ultimately, we talked about the best practices and strategies you could use to make a compelling offer that buyers will find appealing.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to find your dream home? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robin-mccoy-find-your-dream-home-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to be a conscious leader. And it really got me to thinking… I don’t imagine that ANYONE sets out to be a horrible boss on purpose, right? Its just we get overwhelmed or maybe feel the pressure of hitting our numbers or maybe there’s some interoffice politics that hanging over us all like a stink cloud of yuck. Nobody wants that… here’s how to get back to center.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with executive leadership consultant, Karen Wilhelm Buckley as she simplifies how to be a conscious leader.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Karen Wilhelm Buckley and she’s simplifying how to be a conscious leader. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the three core principles are of a “conscious leader”
• • authentic presence
  • cohesive intention
  • resonant action
• Why you must not only have trust in yourself, but also trust in the here & now in order to maintain a higher vibration of consciousness
• How to develop your skills as a compassionate and decisive leader, both in the “visible and invisible realms” of business
• When mapping out your workweek, how to ensure your daily actions and strategies are connected with your core mission and vision, especially when curveballs get thrown in the mix
• How to create breakthrough momentum in your business that creates positive change and results
• …and ultimately, learn how to inspire collective wisdom inside your organization to leverage new opportunities and positive growth.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to be a conscious leader? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/karen-wilhelm-buckley-be-a-conscious-leader-part-two

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What does it take to (truly) be a conscious leader? Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a horrible boss. Okay, now keep your hand raised if you think someone you’ve hired or managed before was thinking about you at that very moment!

My special guest today is executive leadership consultant Karen Wilhelm Buckley and she’s simplifying how to be a conscious leader. She believes that if you want to develop extraordinary leadership skills, you must become aware of the paradigms that lie behind decisions and actions. And equally, you must learn to evolve those paradigms into updated mindsets, systems, structures, roles, and relationships. When you do this, you and your team are better equipped to tackle big change when it happens, get unstuck, and navigate rough waters with grace.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Karen Wilhelm Buckley and she’s simplifying how to be a conscious leader. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the three core principles are of a “conscious leader”
• • authentic presence
  • cohesive intention
  • resonant action
• Why you must not only have trust in yourself, but also trust in the here & now in order to maintain a higher vibration of consciousness
• How to develop your skills as a compassionate and decisive leader, both in the “visible and invisible realms” of business
• When mapping out your workweek, how to ensure your daily actions and strategies are connected with your core mission and vision, especially when curveballs get thrown in the mix
• How to create breakthrough momentum in your business that creates positive change and results
• …and ultimately, learn how to inspire collective wisdom inside your organization to leverage new opportunities and positive growth.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to be a conscious leader? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/karen-wilhelm-buckley-be-a-conscious-leader-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to use big data in small business. And it’s fascinating to hear the feedback on this episode… many of you are thinking bigger picture on the data you’ve got access to in your business and how when you create a action plan to refine one small challenge (whether it’s pricing or target audience or otherwise), you could start to see positive results. Excellent work!

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Chief Data Officer of Freshbooks, Mara Reiff as she simplifies how to use big data in small business.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Mara Reiff and she’s simplifying how to use big data in small business. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s vitally important to analyze the data within your business and equally, create an action plan
• How to define and measure your goals for tracking the big data in your brand
• Where to gather quality big data and how to avoid analysis paralysis along the way
• Isn’t this expensive and time-consuming? Mara shares a few ways to make it feasible for your small business
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to create an action plan to use the big data you gather in a strategic way that drives results.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to use big data in your small business? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/mara-reiff-big-data-in-small-business-part-two

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Wanna learn how to use big data in your small business? Sure, sure, when you hear this buzzword thrown around, you likely immediately think about The Matrix and massive marketing budgets by corporate giants who’ve got an endless supply of resources, talent and time to do something about all the data they capture. How in the world does this apply to me? Well, you’d be surprised.

My special guest today is Chief Data Officer of Freshbooks, Mara Reiff and she’s simplifying how to use big data in small business. The truth is, there’s a wealth of data available to you right now that can help refine your brand’s pricing strategies, sales and marketing plan, and also can be used internally to boost company culture and talent retention rates. Plus, it won’t take much time, money or effort to take action on it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Mara Reiff and she’s simplifying how to use big data in small business. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s vitally important to analyze the data within your business and equally, create an action plan
• How to define and measure your goals for tracking the big data in your brand
• Where to gather quality big data and how to avoid analysis paralysis along the way
• Isn’t this expensive and time-consuming? Mara shares a few ways to make it feasible for your small business
• …and ultimately, she shows us how to create an action plan to use the big data you gather in a strategic way that drives results.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to use big data in your small business? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/mara-reiff-big-data-in-small-business-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to take your yoga practice deeper. We all know that when we take good care of ourselves outside the office, our work thrives as well. Yoga is one way to get there.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Kori Hahn as she simplifies how to take your yoga practice deeper.

It’s time to simplify…

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kori Hahn and she’s simplifying how to take your yoga practice deeper. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes it’s important to have rituals in your life for your wellbeing
• What role having a yoga practice can play in becoming a more intuitive person and how it can help you through relationship issues
• How she defines a “modern and meaningful life” - especially now
• If your self-worth is having a bit of a wobble, how yoga can help you redefine and realign your identity
• …and ultimately, we do a short session of yoga nidra together (which you too can take part in!) and we’ll learn how it could help during seasons of grief, heartbreak, or difficult times.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to take your yoga practice deeper? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kori-hahn-take-your-yoga-practice-deeper-part-two

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Would you like to take your yoga practice deeper? If you've ever practiced yoga for any period of time, I bet you've learned a couple of things... it's not about the designer leggings or the cool accessories or a fancy mat.

It's not about the music or the sweat pouring down your body or the temperature in the room. It's not about the weight you lose or the muscles you gain that matters. It's about the practice... and how what you learn on your mat helps you process everything that happens OFF your mat, as well.

My special guest today is Kori Hahn and she’s simplifying how to take your yoga practice deeper. She believes that this is the secret to creating a truly meaningful life.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kori Hahn and she’s simplifying how to take your yoga practice deeper. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes it’s important to have rituals in your life for your wellbeing
• What role having a yoga practice can play in becoming a more intuitive person and how it can help you through relationship issues
• How she defines a “modern and meaningful life” - especially now
• If your self-worth is having a bit of a wobble, how yoga can help you redefine and realign your identity
• …and ultimately, we do a short session of yoga nidra together (which you too can take part in!) and we’ll learn how it could help during seasons of grief, heartbreak, or difficult times.

It’s another week of our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… We've been getting lots of positive feedback from you on this!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. Things have changed with the pandemic, including our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym)…and we’ve listened. Now you get shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to take your yoga practice deeper? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kori-hahn-take-your-yoga-practice-deeper-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to generate sales from your social media accounts. And it seems we hit a hot topic as y’all have been all up in my Instagram DMs!

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Mike Yan as he simplifies how to generate sales from social media.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Mike Yan and he’s simplifying how to generate sales from social media. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What’s changed with social media marketing nowadays, due to the pandemic or how people use social media now
• Why he believes that Instagram is the one to focus on and build right now
• He defines chat marketing (as in, focusing on DM messaging as a marketing approach)… and how to create a chat marketing strategy that will generate sales
• How to track the metrics to ensure your efforts are converting social media fans into paying clients
• …and ultimately, if you’re feeling like, “ugh… not another new thing to learn!” - here’s how to overcome any resistance to learning new technologies.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half on Tuesday and part two on Friday. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to generate sales from your social media accounts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/mike-yan-generate-sales-from-social-media-part-two

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Are you looking to generate sales from your social media accounts? Let’s face it - things have changed on social media recently, especially through the pandemic. People are using it differently and brands (like yours) also need to approach it differently as well.

My special guest today is the CEO of ManyChat, Mike Yan and he’s simplifying how to generate sales from social media. When we strip back the many layers of why people are so attracted to using social media, especially on their phones, we realize one common truth: we all seek connection. Mike presents a compelling argument for why so many small businesses are using social media (completely) wrong these days. But rather… there's actually a simpler way to deepen client and customer relationships on these platforms without allocating more time, money, or effort.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Mike Yan and he’s simplifying how to generate sales from social media. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What’s changed with social media marketing nowadays, due to the pandemic or how people use social media now
• Why he believes that Instagram is the one to focus on and build right now
• He defines chat marketing (as in, focusing on DM messaging as a marketing approach)… and how to create a chat marketing strategy that will generate sales
• How to track the metrics to ensure your efforts are converting social media fans into paying clients
• …and ultimately, if you’re feeling like, “ugh… not another new thing to learn!” - here’s how to overcome any resistance to learning new technologies.

We are going strong with our new way of podcasting, splitting the weekly episode up into two parts… so we are going to keep it that way for now!

If you haven’t heard yet, we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to generate sales from your social media accounts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/mike-yan-generate-sales-from-social-media-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to buy a house in a post pandemic world. And my goodness, soooooo many people have this as a goal in the next 12 months!

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Joe DiSanto as he simplifies how to buy a house.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Joe DiSanto and he’s simplifying how to buy a house in a post pandemic world. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first thing you must do when you start thinking about buying a house
• Which two steps you need to accomplish, well in advance, before you make an offer on a house
• As a small business owner or contractor, how to overcome the challenge of not having W2s for proof of salary with your mortgage lender
• Why it’s so important to “do the math” and plan your finances out long-term, including your retirement plan and how to make a start at it
• …and ultimately, when fear comes up in the financial planning work of buying a house, how to calmly and systematically squash that fear with knowledge.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half on Tuesday and part two on Friday. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to buy a house in a post pandemic world? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/joe-disanto-how-to-buy-a-house-part-two

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Do you want to buy a house in the near future? If so, I’m sure you’ve heard the rumblings from your Realtor friends and others who’ve gone through the process recently. Buying a house in a post pandemic world is no laughing matter, but when you’re equipped with enough base knowledge, you too can get in the arena, as well.

My special guest today is financial expert Joe DiSanto and he’s simplifying how to buy a house in a post pandemic world. With the global adoption of working remotely, people are moving and buying houses right now, like never before. If you want to buy one too without losing your shirt, grab a pen and paper to take notes.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Joe DiSanto and he’s simplifying how to buy a house in a post pandemic world. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first thing you must do when you start thinking about buying a house
• Which two steps you need to accomplish, well in advance, before you make an offer on a house
• As a small business owner or contractor, how to overcome the challenge of not having W2s for proof of salary with your mortgage lender
• Why it’s so important to “do the math” and plan your finances out long-term, including your retirement plan and how to make a start at it
• …and ultimately, when fear comes up in the financial planning work of buying a house, how to calmly and systematically squash that fear with knowledge.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to buy a house in a post pandemic world? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/joe-disanto-how-to-buy-a-house-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to improve your health + mood. If you’ve been feeling a bit sluggish lately or just wanna get out of a funk, this one's for you.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Dr. Laurie Marbas as she simplifies how to improve your health + mood.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Laurie Marbas and she’s simplifying how to improve your health + mood. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When you’re ready to improve your health, what the first step is to resetting things
• What the long term impact of your food choices are and how it can not only affect your sleep, but your relationships and decision-making abilities as well
• How to improve your mood with food, sharing specifically which foods and spices are total mood boosters
• Parents face some big obstacles when trying to feed their kids a consistently healthy diet - Dr Laurie shares her best tips to getting them more interested in their fruits and veggies
• …and ultimately, how to eat healthy on a budget and also break the habit of fast food in your life.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half on Tuesday and part two on Friday. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to improve your health + mood? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laurie-marbas-improve-your-health-mood-part-two

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Would you like to improve your health and in turn, improve your mood as well? If you’ve been feeling a bit off kilter or just wanting to shake off the funk, this episode is especially for you

My special guest today is Dr. Laurie Marbas and she’s simplifying how to improve your health + mood. After caring for hundreds of patients, she’s come to realize that the very best way to change your health is to change the food you eat. As part of the healthy human revolution, she’s here to show us just how simple it really is.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Laurie Marbas and she’s simplifying how to improve your health + mood. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When you’re ready to improve your health, what the first step is to resetting things
• What the long term impact of your food choices are and how it can not only affect your sleep, but your relationships and decision-making abilities as well
• How to improve your mood with food, sharing specifically which foods and spices are total mood boosters
• Parents face some big obstacles when trying to feed their kids a consistently healthy diet - Dr Laurie shares her best tips to getting them more interested in their fruits and veggies
• …and ultimately, how to eat healthy on a budget and also break the habit of fast food in your life.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since the pandemic began… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to improve your health + mood? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laurie-marbas-improve-your-health-mood-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to relax your mind. Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Peter Russell as he simplifies how to relax your mind.

It’s time to simplify…Here’s how.

My special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since COVID… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax-your-mind-part-two

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What would it take to relax your mind? Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible?

My special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. Spoiler alert: it’s all about letting go of your mindset as holding on creates tension and unmet expectations. Peter shows us that what we get hung up on are generally not the tangible problems we face in the present… but rather, the thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and expectations that we have about them. This is what trips us up, yet they aren’t actual things… they only exist in our mind. So, when we learn to strip them of their power, we relax our minds and gain greater peace of mind, no matter what turbulence might be happening around us.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For many “Type A control freaks,” it’s hard to let go… Peter shows us a better way, letting in and letting be
• In a culture that glorifies BUSY, how to return to a natural (relaxed) mind, yet still get things done
• What the parable of the rope is and how it applies to our minds
• If we release our thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs and expectations, what’s left? What you could hold on to that creates a sense of identity and safety
• …and ultimately, how this practice of relaxing your mind helps to improve your relationships both personally and professionally.

Yet once again, we’re trying something new this week, splitting up the episode into two parts. So we are releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since COVID… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to relax your mind? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/peter-russell-relax your mind-part-one

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Earlier this week, we shared part one of this conversation, all about how to reduce anxiety naturally without medication or super expensive interventions. It’s all about getting back into nature with mindfulness and awakening into a new way of being.

Now, if you haven’t heard part one, go back and listen to that one first. But if you’re ready to continue on, let’s pick back up here with my conversation with Dr. Rochelle Calvert as she simplifies how to reduce anxiety naturally.

It’s time to simplify…Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Rochelle Calvert and she’s simplifying how to reduce anxiety naturally. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• The pandemic has been a traumatic experience for so many - how she defines ‘trauma’ and why it can cause anxiety as a response in the body
• How getting out in nature can help us process our trauma and what the research says about mindfulness when we are outdoors
• What somatic healing is and a few simple ways we can try it today through breath, sensory, body, and element awareness
• When we integrate these practices, we cultivate a deeper sense of wholeness - Dr Calvert shows us how to do this
• …and ultimately, we learn that by being present in nature, we reduce our anxiety naturally over time… what some pitfalls are that we might experience along the way and how to cope with them when they arise.

Q: Are you ready to reduce your anxiety naturally? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/rochelle-calvert-reduce-anxiety-naturally-part-two

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If you suffer from anxiety, did you know there are ways to reduce it naturally, without medications? It’s no surprise many of us struggle with anxiety from time to time… the news is overwhelming, stress is rising, our adrenal glands are shot, and we’ve stopped wondering when it’ll get back to “normal” but rather just hoping that life would just CHILL for a second. Girl, I feel you.

My special guest today is Dr. Rochelle Calvert and she’s simplifying how to reduce anxiety naturally. Through our conversation, you’ll awaken into a new way of being- no longer being held to the reactive and unconscious patterns of past trauma, but rather, learning how to release them by rekindling your relationship with nature once again.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Rochelle Calvert and she’s simplifying how to reduce anxiety naturally. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• The pandemic has been a traumatic experience for so many - how she defines ‘trauma’ and why it can cause anxiety as a response in the body
• How getting out in nature can help us process our trauma and what the research says about mindfulness when we are outdoors
• What somatic healing is and a few simple ways we can try it today through breath, sensory, body, and element awareness
• When we integrate these practices, we cultivate a deeper sense of wholeness - Dr Calvert shows us how to do this
• …and ultimately, we learn that by being present in nature, we reduce our anxiety naturally over time… what some pitfalls are that we might experience along the way and how to cope with them when they arise.

Based on feedback from you in our recent listener survey, we’re trying something new these next couple of weeks. We are splitting up the episode into two parts, releasing the first half now and part two on Friday this week. That way, the content is in a smaller, bite-size portion for you to listen to now, simmer on this entire week and be intentional with integrating what you learn into your everyday life.

We are simplifying our episodes to be shorter in length, easier to listen to, on-the-go. I know we all are on-the-go these days and our old ways of listening to podcasts (either on our commute or at the gym) have changed since COVID… let us know if you like this new way of listening to The Simplifiers Podcast. Shorter episodes, split into two for simpler learning.

Q: Are you ready to reduce your anxiety naturally? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/rochelle-calvert-reduce-anxiety-naturally-part-one

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It’s time to make BIG Happy Money this week and this episode is going to show you how. I’m pleased to feature another all-star episode from this season that I think you’re going to LOVE.

My special guest today is visibility coach Serena Hicks and she’s simplifying how to make BIG Happy Money. She believes that you determine the energy in your world… and when you do, the world reflects it back to you. So, if that were the case, it’s a matter of being open to receiving BIG Happy Money, carving out time to refine your pricing model, and having the courage to step up into your new, expansive self. It’s all waiting for you right now, it’s yours for the taking.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Serena Hicks and she’s simplifying how to make BIG Happy Money.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “BIG Happy Money” and where the concept originated for her on her own entrepreneurial journey
• The biggest lessons she learned from her past business ventures and money blunders, including the “lobster analogy”
• What the key is to proper pricing, so you can create space for BIG Happy Money to flow to you
• Her top 3 tips for converting more prospects into paying clients on the discovery call
• • take time to connect
  • trust 2 things
  • have absolute clarity and confidence that you can help them
• Why she believes you shouldn’t discount your products/services - what that does energetically to you, your client, and your brand, in the long run
• …and ultimately, how BIG Happy Money can simplify everything in your life, in more ways than one.

One thing you’ll realize when you hear Serena speak is that it’s NOT about the money. It never is.

It’s actually all about the story underneath your ISH that is affecting your day-to-day decision making and keeping you stuck. (And hey, for the record, I do it too, at times!)

Serena shows us how to (really) show up, do the inner work and as she says, “play full out.” Not in a hustle and grind kind of way… but rather, where you show up and claim your place in the world, doing the work you love. Now THAT’S a life worth living.

Q: Are you ready to make BIG Happy Money? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/serena-hicks-big-happy-money-replay

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Stepping back out into the world might require a supercharge of your self-confidence. Things are opening back up again (ever so slowly) and the world is finding it’s pace once again. But are you?

Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to supercharge your self-confidence featuring a recent conversation with author Kate Eckman. We spoke in April 2021 and that conversation really stuck in my mind for ages afterward. She believes that when we take good care of our inner world, our outer world takes care of itself. All of this is rooted in research-backed strategies in neuroscience and whole-person coaching, with a specific focus on all three parts equally: mind-body-spirit.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes we are prone to a lack of self-confidence these days, especially as women… What’s underneath it all, hidden away and keeping us from what we really want in life
• Society puts such an emphasis on our physical bodies, to lose weight and stay healthy… why she believes it’s time to focus on “shedding excess emotional and spiritual pounds” instead
• What “The Full Spirit Workout” is and the ten steps that’ll supercharge your self-confidence from the inside out:
• • Stretch your comfort zone
  • Lift yourself up
  • Feel the burn
  • Strengthen your core confidence
  • Build your emotional muscles
  • Boost your mental metabolism
  • Step up your spiritual stamina
  • Embrace your endorphins
  • Rock the freedom freestyle
  • Cool down with inner calm
• How to strengthen your core confidence through trust and the 5 Ps
• • Presence
  • Patience
  • Purpose
  • Preparation
  • Practice
• …and ultimately, how to boost your “mental metabolism” to help you shift through any mindset blocks and help you see opportunities where you once saw insurmountable hurdles.

I’m so thrilled if this is the first time you’ve heard of Kate Eckman and her work because I’m willing to bet you’ll really resonate with her story and what she’s learned along the way.

If you’ve struggled with the feeling of “not enough-ness” in your work or life, my hope is that you find the answer to break free from that vicious cycle today. And more importantly, that you remember, the key to everything you desire and the ability to supercharge your self-confidence is actually within you right here, right now. It’s closer than you think…

Q: Are you ready to supercharge your self-confidence? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-eckman-supercharge-your-self-confidence-replay

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Thrilled to present another all-star episode from The Simplifiers Podcast vault, this round, we are talking all about how to make more time in life. Yes, please! Now more than ever, we need this… kids are going back-to-school, the world is reopening again, and we’re organizing our lives in a new way. It’s all about re-prioritizing your schedule and dusting off the routines that keep you thriving.

My special guest today is Nache Snow and she’s simplifying how to organize your life and make more time. We spoke in September 2020 and so much of what she shared back then is incredibly relevant to us all now. It’s time to get back to the basics, do less, and give ourselves permission to (truly) rest more to recharge and flip the script on productivity altogether.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nache Snow and she’s simplifying how to organize your life + make more time. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• what’s working for her with time management through the pandemic and with life being so upside down this year
• how to take an inventory of where your time goes through this week ahead
• why batching your tasks will help you make more time in your life… here’s how to do it
• what happens every time you look back on your day and say, “that task took way longer than I expected!!?” - what’s going on there?
• …and ultimately, she shares the very best, practical tools she uses to help her stay accountable to her daily schedule and keep on track.

Let me be clear… this episode is NOT going to perpetuate the productivity shame and noise that you may have heard throughout the lockdown season… the trope of “you’re wasting time if you’re not doing ALL the things right now!”

What I hope you glean from this is actually to learn how to do less, re-prioritize everything on your plate, and remember how to give yourself a little bit of grace all along the way.

Our generation has never experienced something quite like this in our lifetime. This is uncharted territory and that is HUGE.

So hear my words…

You’re doing a great job. Keep going... and remember what brings you joy and helps you remember who you are, deep down inside. Focus here first and when you make time for these experiences, your life expands exponentially as well.

Q: Are you looking to organize your life and make more time? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nache-snow-organize-your-life-make-more-time-replay

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What if you could tap into your Intuition to make better decisions… would you try? Many believe you decide with either your head, your heart or your gut… that deep, inner knowing when grappling with a situation. But what if you could better tune into that voice inside you to gain clearer insight and a solid path to follow in the months ahead?

My special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. As we all gear up for back to school and saying goodbye to the summer break, I’m reaching back into the vault for some of my favorite conversations on the podcast that’ll help you simplify and feel empowered moving into the new season ahead.

The four primary pillars that I aim to simplify on this podcast are:

• gaining clarity
• getting things done
• increasing your sales, and
• teaching you new ways to look after yourself

So this week we are focusing on clarity and now more than ever, we need a guide to lead us through. Spoiler alert, that guide is YOU… and your deep, inner wisdom. Kim teaches us how to tune in to what your Intuition is trying to say.

My special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “Radical Intuition” - what it is and isn’t, so you can identify your own Intuition and how it’s working in your life right now
• Why your Intuition can help you become a better entrepreneur - in what ways can it help you with decision-making at work?
• What the 4 types of Intuition are and how to harness and tap into them today in your daily decisions
• • The Healer - physical
  • The Sage - mindful
  • The Visionary - creative
  • The Mystic - transcendental
• It feels like we as humans are collectively waking up - she calls it the “Intuition Revolution” and her insight on what the next step is for all of us to rebuild and reimagine life as we know it
• …and ultimately, she shares some ways we could utilize our Intuition for better self-care, so that we can choose the next right step to finish the year strong.

Kim is an absolute delight and I loved chatting with her. She believes that the truth is within you and that when you surrender to it, you begin to own your inner power. Bottomline, radical change can be found when you are true to yourself… that’s where we gain deep insight.

And when we do that, we all rise together.

Q: Are you looking to make better decisions, personally and professionally? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!
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What’s the history behind women’s voting rights? Today, we’ve got an extra special bonus episode to share with you! Last spring, my daughter Zoë had a special assignment in her ILA class to create a podcast episode on an important part of history… how and when did women get the right to vote?

If you listened to my last episode featuring Dr Robyn Henderson-Espinoza, all about how to transform culture and smash the patriarchy, I think this is a perfect addition to the conversation this week.

Today’s bonus episode is a sneak preview of the Thinkable Podcast, revealing the history behind women’s voting rights. Zoë interviews a super smart woman named Audrey Joy Maker who’s highly involved in getting people registered and empowered to vote in the state of Texas.

Ok, so yeah, I’m a bit biased… but I think at age 12, Zoë did a fantastic job! And if you liked Zoë’s podcast and want to hear more from her, let us know by tagging us @thesimplifiers on Instagram. I’ll pass all the messages along to her and maybe, just maybe we’ll get more episodes from the Thinkable Podcast in the near future. For now, keep things simple!

Show notes available here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/womens-voting-rights-thinkable-e001

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Friends, we’re going there - let’s talk about how to transform culture and smash the patriarchy. But first, let’s define what the patriarchy is… it’s a social system in which men hold primary power and they predominantly hold roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege and control of property. This affects us all… including men, as well. So surely, there is something better.

My special guest today is Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza and they are simplifying how to transform culture and smash the patriarchy. Their work in the world is all about helping folks understand their role in all of this and show us the way to lean into deeper connections, greater understanding, and most importantly, get into relationship with others who are nothing like us.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza and they are simplifying how to transform culture and smash the patriarchy We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Their take on “cancel culture” - what it is and what it does to shunt productive conversations and true action towards positive change - also, how to create safe spaces for sometimes awkward conversations
• “Diversity and inclusion” are such buzzwords these days… How can small business owners make positive change in their workplace and company culture that actually will move the needle forward
• What two questions you need to ask yourself first when considering your own identity and the positive changes you want to see and create in the world next that will transform the culture around you
• How to get into deeper relationships with people who are different than you and how to move past the fear of getting out of your comfort zone to (actually) do it
• …and ultimately, learn how the patriarchy is affecting our society in ways that may NOT be seen on the surface… And how to begin to dismantle it, in big or small ways.

If you’ve been listening to The Simplifiers Podcast for awhile now, you know we don’t shy away from hard conversations.

And this is not an easy topic to simplify, but one well worth having. My hope always is to help us all spark new ideas, new questions to ponder around the work table, and to help create positive change in the world. Thank you for tuning in and being open to consider new viewpoints that might be challenging to your current beliefs. We learn together - we grow together… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to transform culture and smash the patriarchy? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robyn-henderson-espinoza-smash-the-patriarchy

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Today, we are talking all about how to improve your digestion. Are you feeling a bit bloated, and well, clogged up? Aha, this one is for you!

My special guest today is Cool Beans co-founder Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. There’s nothing worse than having tummy aches and feeling like your body isn’t working right. Tyler believes that with a few simple shifts in what you eat, all of this could improve fairly quickly.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why focusing on your gut health and digestion is so (darn) important these days for whole body health and wellness
• What the big secret is behind beans as a superfood… and how to incorporate more beans into your meals, in a simple way
• How to have more food diversity in what you eat weekly and why so many people are going plant-based nowadays
• With new food innovation these days, there seem to be more plant-based choices in our grocery stores than ever before. How to avoid the “vegan junk food” craze and make better choices when grocery shopping
• …and ultimately, I asked him about his take on “The Carnivore Diet” (aka. only eating meat) that seems to be the latest fad and is it good for your body or not?

If you’ve been contemplating making a shift towards a plant-based diet or going vegetarian, you’ll definitely enjoy this conversation. And it might start small like doing “Meatless Monday” or taking the time to read the labels when you shop for groceries. Remember, you’re looking for items made from whole food, minimally processed ingredients. Less packaging and added chemicals/preservatives, more plants is best. You’ll find your brain fog disappears, the bloating melts away, and your skin is clearer. Yes, yes, and YES!

Q: Are you ready to improve your digestion? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/tyler-mayoras-improve-your-digestion

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Last week, we talked about how to listen to your body… why when we focus on our nervous system first, true transformational healing can actually occur, in more ways than one.

And it was such a powerful conversation, I decided to split it into two parts so we had time to simmer on it all. Since part one focused on the what and the why… this week, we are talking all about the HOW.

My special guest today is (once again) nervous system specialist Irene Lyon and she’s simplifying how to listen to your body. Remember, when you take the time to listen to your body and give it what it needs to thrive, you unlock your most remarkable self.

If you’ve experienced any of the following:

• digestive and immune system troubles
• chronic pains and illnesses
• habits and patterns that drive you (and the people in your life) crazy
• fatigue and brain fog
• depression, anxiety and stress
• or any mental roadblocks, fears and resistance that paralyze you from doing what you know (deep down) that you’re meant to do…

Irene shows us that these are a few of the symptoms of a sick nervous system. And it’s no way to live - it’s not sustainable. There is a better way and a few of the perks of having a healthy nervous system include:

• better sleep at night
• boosted immunity
• elevated energy levels
• regulated gut health
• immediate stress relief and deeper emotional intelligence.

So let’s dive back into this conversation with Irene Lyon as she simplifies it even further.

Grab your journal and pen… go visit the bathroom (your bladder will thank you) and let’s get back into this conversation to spark positive change.

Q: Are you ready to (truly) listen to your body? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/irene-lyon-listen-to-your-body-part-two

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I have one simple question for you today… do you know how to listen to your body, so you can give yourself what you really need in this moment? For many of us, it isn’t a simple answer in response. Whether it's adrenal fatigue, stress, and overwhelm that fogs our ability to make wise choices or something even worse like residual trauma bubbling under the surface, maybe it’s time to get back to the basics, once again.

My special guest today is nervous system specialist Irene Lyon and she’s simplifying how to listen to your body. As a Somatic Experiencing (SE) Practitioner, she helps people work through their anger, depression, and better tap into their life force energy. As she puts it, “when you tune up your nervous system, you rev up your entire life.” This is the secret to becoming your own medicine.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Irene Lyon and she’s simplifying how to listen to your body. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it’s important to focus on regulating your nervous system first and what the warning signs are when something isn’t right inside your body
• A few exercises to try that will help you better listen to your body and stabilize your nervous system when you’re stressed
• What “survival stress” is and how there is a better way to approach our challenges in work and in life, instead of burning out.

While this seems like a simple topic to simplify, I quickly realized there’s really so much more to it. Therefore, I’ve broken this conversation up into two parts, so we can marinate over it all for the next two weeks together.

I want you to pause this episode whenever you like, so you can try out the suggestions that Irene has for us all. Stop the busy-ness and truly listen to your body. What is she trying to tell you right now? What needs to slow down?

And what do you need to let go of as a healing release? Remember, whatever you are juggling with right now, you are not alone. I’m here with you, (if nothing else) in spirit. So, I hope that today’s conversation will be a balm for your heart and open up something new and beautiful.

Q: Are you ready to (truly) listen to your body? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/irene-lyon-listen-to-your-body-part-one

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Today, we are talking all about how to harness your inner power - what it is, how to tap into it and how it’ll help you gain more confidence no matter what situation you are in. And I mean, really… who doesn’t want more of that, right??!

My special guest today is leadership coach Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. She advises businesses all around the world, training leaders to tap into their own source of personal power. Through this practice of understanding that “everything is energy” - her clients have gained confidence, learn how to show up with authenticity and as a result, they build and lead highly productive teams.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Wendy C. Williams and she’s simplifying how to harness your inner power. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines what “inner power” is and is NOT - she busts the misconceptions some have about power and goes much deeper than surface level
• • spoiler alert: authentic power is not about dominating others… it’s time to deprogram the patriarchy, friends!
• What she means by “acquiring energy eyes” in order to read the room and also read yourself, energetically and how you show up in a space
• One super simple, practical way you can harness your inner power when you are about to do something big and scary in your work, such as a big pitch meeting or having a tough conversation
• …and ultimately, what the difference is between your ego and your soul and how to communicate between the two for greater alignment and a foundation of inner strength.

This conversation was such a delight! And about halfway into it, she led me through an exercise where I needed to get a bit vulnerable and share a question I’ve had on my heart for a while now to gain deeper clarity in my own work trajectory…

I decided to leave this bit in because well, we’re all human and I hope seeing a little bit behind my “Wizard of Oz” curtain was of value to you, especially if you’re contemplating the same. Friends, we learn together and so, if you’re here now, it means you and I were put together in perfect, Divine timing. So, I hope this episode provides a fresh perspective for you, especially if you’ve been feeling a little stuck lately or have lost your mojo somewhere along the way.

Q: Are you ready to harness your inner power? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/wendy-c-williams-harness-your-inner-power

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If you could make BIG Happy Money this week by intentionally creating a few simple shifts in your mindset, would you give it a go? Well, have I got a treat for you!

My special guest today is visibility coach Serena Hicks and she’s simplifying how to make BIG Happy Money. She believes that you determine the energy in your world… and when you do, the world reflects it back to you. So, if that were the case, it’s a matter of being open to receiving BIG Happy Money, carving out time to refine your pricing model and having the courage to step up into your new, expansive self. It’s all waiting for you right now, it’s yours for the taking.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Serena Hicks and she’s simplifying how to make BIG Happy Money.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “BIG Happy Money” and where the concept originated for her on her own entrepreneurial journey
• The biggest lessons she learned from her past business ventures and money blunders, including the “lobster analogy”
• What the key is to proper pricing, so you can create space for BIG Happy Money to flow to you
• Her top 3 tips for converting more prospects into paying clients on the discovery call
• • take time to connect
  • trust 2 things
  • have absolute clarity and confidence that you can help them
• Why she believes you shouldn’t discount your products/services - what that does energetically to you, your client, and your brand, in the long run
• …and ultimately, how BIG Happy Money can simplify everything in your life, in more ways than one.

One thing you’ll realize when you hear Serena speak is that it’s NOT about the money. It never is.

It’s actually all about the story underneath your ISH that is affecting your day-to-day decision making and keeping you stuck. (And hey, for the record, I do it too, at times!)

Serena shows us how to (really) show up, do the inner work and as she says, “play full out.” Not in a hustle and grind kind of way… but rather, where you show up and claim your place in the world, doing the work you love. Now THAT’S a life worth living.

Q: Are you ready to make BIG Happy Money? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/serena-hicks-make-BIG-Happy-Money

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Is there a whisper on your heart that is sparking you to reimagine your career path right now? Quite possibly, it’s wooing you to head in a different direction and make a career shift. Well, if that’s you, listen on.

My special guest today is Misha Rubin and he’s simplifying how to reimagine your career path as the world reopens. If you’re feeling a bit stuck or stagnant in your current work… or faced with a fork in the road (should I stay or should I go), I know for a fact that “stuck-ness” can feel incredibly debilitating. The confusion, the stress, the worry - all of it is exhausting. So, if you’re in this space right now or curious if there’s something better for you out there, Misha helps to simplify it all down for you.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Misha Rubin and he’s simplifying how to reimagine your career path.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to define “meaningful, fulfilling work” in this day in age, post pandemic
• What 3 questions you must ask yourself when it comes to finding new opportunities that are within your grasp right now
• • Where do I look for them?
  • How do I recognize them?
  • And how come I’m not pursuing them?
• If you’re considering a career leap, how to decide where and what to leap to next, no matter if it’s the decision to close/open a business, enter/exit corporate job or something else
• What the 4 pillars of ‘The Career Leap’ method are and how it all works
• • Knowing (your) self
  • Dismantling disempowering beliefs
  • Having impactful communication, and
  • Taking intentional actions
• …and ultimately, how to dismantle our disempowering beliefs of what’s possible next for your career and life ahead.

Misha talks about the fact that we are living in unprecedented times right now. The quarantine made remote work acceptable by most employers. There are very few geographic limitations in place, which means if you live in Tucson, you could now very easily work remotely for a New York-based company and get paid at New York level wages. Businesses are transforming and society is shifting in massive ways. And he puts forth that “there’s never been an easier time than now to start a business.”

So I hope that today’s conversation is a bit of a Divine Nudge for you to expand your perspective just a wee bit… and realized that it’s entirely possible you have no idea just how much is possible, in your work and in your life. And let that thought be a blessing for you in the week ahead.

Q: Are you ready to reimagine your career path ahead? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/misha-rubin-reimagine-your-career-path

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What if the secret to creating more wealth is actually, all about sharing your gifts openly, fluidly and giving yourself permission to be seen? What if that one (tiny) thing changed how you show up to sales meetings, networking events, and the regular day-to-day work?

My special guest today is Maria Davis and she’s simplifying how to create wealth by sharing your gifts. She believes that when you tap into your soul’s calling and purpose, you’ll start to do the great healing work that’ll clear any doubts in your mind, start to release old wounds, and open yourself up to the path of greater expansion ahead. (spoiler alert: the secret is all about tapping into your inner wisdom!)

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Maria Davis and she’s simplifying how to create wealth by sharing your gifts. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the 3 tenets to creating wealth are:
• • Connection
  • Commitment
  • Contribution
• How to define your specific gifts and claim them, instead of denying them, in your work
• • Maria: “your gifts are steady, yet your products/services can evolve”
• How to tell if you are giving TOO much and are not open for receiving in return… where do you feel it first in your body?
• What she means by “agency and capacity” as it relates to your client load and ideal client schedule - this is the secret to creating more wealth without burnout
• …and ultimately, why we must focus on cultivating community with other women in order to reach our success goals, now more than ever

Maria put the call out to the Universe a few weeks ago stating she wanted to be interviewed on ten podcasts in the next 30 days. And low and behold, that Bold Ask just happened to shoot across my screen at exactly the right moment in time. So I said, “yes!”

And maybe it’s just that simple, friends.

We need to...

• be brave enough to make Bold Asks out into the world,
• stand tall in our power, and
• be willing to share our gifts and expertise openly.

So let that be an encouraging whisper in your ear right now… What gifts could you share this week that’ll help someone else you haven’t met yet? What Bold Asks do you need to make to spark a new opportunity or an energy shift? Let’s go!

Q: Are you ready to create more wealth by sharing your gifts? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maria-davis-sharing-your-gifts

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Okay, okay - raise your hand if you’ve heard us talking about how to create an effective sales funnel for YEARS now, but still haven’t made one that actually works for your business? Or maybe you’ve got a funnel, but you’ve never formally written it down and shared it with your team? No problem - this one is especially for you!

My special guest today is Dr J.J. Peterson of StoryBrand and he’s simplifying how to create a simple, effective sales funnel that drives sales. If this has been on your proverbial to-do list for like, ever and you never seem to get it done, my friend, everything you need is just ahead as J.J. breaks it all down for us. Bottomline, it’s simpler than you think to take immediate action and hit your sales numbers this month.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. J.J. Peterson and he’s simplifying how to create a simple, effective sales funnel.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why every small business (big or small) needs to create a sales funnel and what stops most from doing it
• What the 5 components to an effective sales funnel are, built the StoryBrand way:
• • Creating a one liner
  • Launching a simple website
  • Inviting people in with a lead generator
  • Crafting an email sales campaign
  • Crafting an email nurture campaign
• How to create a one-liner that catches your prospective client’s attention and intrigues them to want more information and take action - there are 3 parts:
• • The problem
  • The solution
  • The results
• What the 7-step Story Grid is and how it plays into your sales funnel and email campaigns
• • spoiler alert: you are NOT the hero of the story… your customers are
• …and ultimately, I asked him what he means by “not using bowling balls in your email campaigns” - why so many do this and what’s better to help convert prospects into paying clients.

Oh man, this episode is definitely one of my favorite conversations so far this season… I’ve loved StoryBrand and followed their work for years now. J.J., Donald Miller, and the team are whip-smart, funny, kind, and they truly know their stuff when it comes to sales and marketing. So, grab your journal and a pen… we cover a lot of ground on this one and I know it’ll help you make a sales breakthrough instantly if you follow the steps.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to create a simple, effective sales funnel? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jj-peterson-create-effective-sales-funnel

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Are you trying to figure out how to deal with menopause or curious if you’re on the brink of it all? Welp, friends… this one is for you!

My special guest today is author Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause. No matter if you’re at the beginning of it all and you’re starting to notice your period is getting irregular. Or your midsection resembles more of a rectangle than an hourglass (um, like me). Or maybe, you’re already knee deep in it all with hot flashes and more… we’re simplifying it all down for you, so you can make sense of it all.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first signs of perimenopause and menopause are that you need to be looking out for
• Your hormones will start to shift in your 40s and 50s… what are the basics you need to know and why working out longer and harder in the gym is NOT the answer to losing weight
• What intermittent fasting is and why it might be the right solution for those looking to recalibrate their hormones
• How does intermittent fasting work, is it safe and what the three phases of fasting are:
• • Fast foundation
  • Fast forward
  • Fast forever
• …and ultimately, how to make sense of all the changes your body is going through without losing your mind along the way.

Disclaimer: speak to your primary care physician or doctor first.

There is so much mystery and confusion surrounding menopause and what’s (actually) happening in our bodies. As Dr. Jen Gunter says, “it’s like puberty, but in reverse!” I hope today’s conversation sheds some light on this subject that’ll help you prepare for menopause, start to recalibrate your hormones, and feel more in control of what your body and brain is needing the most during this stage of your life.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to deal with menopause with grace? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laurie-lewis-how-to-deal-with-menopause

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Crazy idea - let’s go BIG with your goals this year, now that the world is reopening once again, post pandemic. It’s time to levelset, shake things up, and get back on track.

My special guest today is author Julia Pimsleur and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. She’s the founder of Million Dollar Women and her main focus is to help us all go after the bigger version of your dreams.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Julia Pimsleur and she’s simplifying how to go BIG with your goals. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to check-in on the progress you’ve made so far towards your annual business goals and what role your mindset plays in all of this
• What a “Go Big Mindset” really is and how to cultivate yours, especially now the world is reopening
• Which simple exercises will help you to strengthen your “mindset core strength” and the three step process to “Mind the Gap” that you could follow the next time something (or someone) tries to throw you off course
• Why it’s better to choose “results over reasons” to avoid self-sabotage with your goals
• …and ultimately, how to rewrite the stories we tell ourselves, so we can reach new heights and go BIG with our goals this year.

I enjoyed this one immensely and I know you’ll get a lot out of it, too. Grab your journal and a big glass of water… this one will truly help you simplify and soar!

Q: Are you ready to go BIG with your goals? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/julia-pimsleur-go-BIG-with-your-goals

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Have you always dreamt of launching a fashion brand, but had no clue on how to make that dream a reality? If so, this one's for you!

My special guest today is brand strategist Jacki Bresic and she’s simplifying how to launch a fashion brand and drive sales. No matter if it’s clothing, jewelry, purses or perfume, Jacki shares the basics you need to know for a product-based business so you can get started.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jacki Bresic and she’s simplifying how to launch a fashion brand + drive sales. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the very first step is for someone who wants to launch a fashion brand. Where to begin:
• • Define how you will determine success
  • Define your core values and mission
• The breakdown of the basic elements of having a product-based business - design, manufacturing, stock, channels to sell, and more
• How to determine how much inventory to hold at any given time, using the wisdom of the roulette wheel
• Which is better - “print-on-demand” vs. “pre-buying inventory” each season. What the pros and cons of each approach are as it relates to fashion
• …and ultimately, what the first steps are to creating a digital strategy for your fashion brand.

I’ve been a small business owner for nearly 18 years now and I’ve always offered a service-based business… first starting off as an event producer, then moving into online education, and now business coaching and keynote speaking. Product-based businesses were never my jam, but I learned in this conversation how many parallels there are to both types.

It’s simpler than you think. I teach my clients how to productize their service-based businesses when I coach them through making a simplified business plan. So it was a fruitful conversation to learn how simple it can be to launch a fashion brand and drive sales with a few key elements in place as Jacki shares. If this has been a dream of yours for a long time, I hope this episode sparks greater confidence to help you #dothething!

Q: Are you ready to launch a fashion brand? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing! ----

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https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jacki-bresic-launch-a-fashion-brand

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Ready to move away from Hot Mess Express and start to create better systems in your home? Well, have I got a treat for you today!

My special guest today is productivity coach Heather Steinker and she’s simplifying how to create systems in your home. No matter if you’ve got a cozy, little nest or a home that closely resembles a wack-a-doo zoo, Heather is going to inspire us with simple ways to create calm where there might be chaos, and order where there is mess.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Heather Steinker and she’s simplifying how to create systems in your home. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• We know how important it is to have systems & processes in place at work, but why it’s important to do the same in your home, as well.
• • Why? When a crisis happens, make things routine and predictable, especially for kids.
• What a “family playbook” is and what sparked her to create one for her household
• How she is simplifying laundry in her home - what’s working right now
• Three things you can do to keep your family in a routine, especially during the summer months when school is out
• • communications mode
  • centralized calendar
  • meal planning/prep strategy
• …and ultimately, what to do if you have someone who’s NOT onboard with creating systems in your home, whether it’s a stubborn kid or a partner whose brain doesn’t work like that.

It’s fascinating to hear how Heather’s brain works and what she’s implemented in her own household over the years. I meant to ask her, but I got the feeling she’s a type 6 on the Enneagram… a troubleshooter who can foresee problems, road bumps, and challenges, and equally, she knows exactly how to mitigate them, big or small.

Just simple, brilliant little refinements that you can make in your home this week that’ll help create systems that simplify your life, no matter what gets thrown at you next. You got this!

Q: Are you ready to create systems in your home? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing! ----

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/heather-steinker-create-systems-in-your-home

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It’s time to transform your organization’s brand, moving away from nonsense marketing to simple, clear brand messaging that helps people gain results. I mean, really… that’s why people buy your products and services, right? To get closer to what they really, truly want. But somehow, we tend to make a mess of it all and over complicate our marketing, don’t we??!

My special guest today is author Scott Miller and he’s simplifying how to transform your organization’s brand, especially if you feel like it’s a bit of a marketing mess. Scott’s 25-year career at FranklinCovey has taught him quite a bit, which he’s distilled down into 30 challenges that all organizations face, no matter if you are leading a startup, a lifestyle business, or a massively growing brand and trying to find your footing right now. We simplify it all, helping you figure out your very best brand strategy that drives sales, helps your customers, and maximizes your time with a solid plan in place.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Scott Miller and he’s simplifying how to transform your organization’s brand. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the secret is behind taking your organization from a marketing mess to a brand success
• Define “circumstance-based marketing” and how you can test this out in your brand to drive sales
• One challenge he poses is “don’t only do what you know and like best.” Scott explains why this is true in marketing
• How to “build lists that matter” to ensure our creative genius and irresistible offer is being messaged to the right people at the right time
• …and ultimately, all too often business owners forget to measure what matters in their business. Here how to identify, track and communicate our key metrics within our team, especially as it relates to marketing

Your marketing strategic plan for this month, this quarter, this year… it’s worth taking the time to dust it off, review, refine… and simplify after listening to today’s conversation. I’m willing to bet if you hone in on the specific tips shared today, vow to stay focused and do less these next 30 days, and most importantly, track your progress, you’ll actually find that you accomplish more. This is the marketing breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Let’s go!

Q: Are you ready to transform your organization’s brand? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/scott-miller-transform-your-organizations-brand

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What if there was a way to definitively know and understand what your customer wants? With this information, you would be able to confidently convert more leads into clients and know you’re charging the right amount. Would you want to learn how?

My special guest today is author Melina Palmer and she’s simplifying how to understand what your customer wants. It all comes down to behavioral economics, (as in, why do people buy things when they do) to truly discover what they want and most times, can’t tell you. When we better understand how their brain works, we understand how your brand’s nuances and nudges are working for (or AGAINST!) you and your sales targets.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Melina Palmer and she’s simplifying how to understand what your customer wants. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines ‘behavioral economics’ and why it’s so important to understand what unspoken forces are at play when your customers are thinking about buying your products or services
• Two simple ways you can improve your pricing and increase sales by better understanding your customer’s behaviors
• • understand that 99% of what people do is on subconscious, unspoken level
  • standardize your pricing to end in the same number (whether it’s 5, 7, 9 or 0)
• Learn ways to create better “brain-friendly” brand messaging, using the tools of framing and priming
• If decisions are made (mostly) on the subconscious level, she shares the hidden rules in the brain that’ll actually increase sales
• …and ultimately, we talked about “the jar method”, which is a BRILLIANT way to motivate and keep your clients accountable for the work they promise to complete in between coaching calls. How to use this method to help them #dothething (BTW, I’m stealing this idea, it’s so smart!)

Q: Are you ready to (truly) understand what your customer wants? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/melina-palmer-understand-what-your-customer-wants

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Stepping back out into the world might require a supercharge of your self-confidence. Things are opening back up again (ever so slowly) and the world is finding it’s pace once again. But are you?

My special guest today is success coach Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence, especially in this time of re-emergence. She believes that when we take good care of our inner world, our outer world takes care of itself. All of this is rooted in research-backed strategies in neuroscience and whole-person coaching, with a specific focus on all three parts equally: mind-body-spirit.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Eckman and she’s simplifying how to supercharge your self-confidence.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes we are prone to a lack of self-confidence these days, especially as women… What’s underneath it all, hidden away and keeping us from what we really want in life
• Society puts such an emphasis on our physical bodies, to lose weight and stay healthy… why she believes it’s time to focus on “shedding excess emotional and spiritual pounds” instead
• What “The Full Spirit Workout” is and the ten steps that’ll supercharge your self-confidence from the inside out:
• • Stretch your comfort zone
  • Lift yourself up
  • Feel the burn
  • Strengthen your core confidence
  • Build your emotional muscles
  • Boost your mental metabolism
  • Step up your spiritual stamina
  • Embrace your endorphins
  • Rock the freedom freestyle
  • Cool down with inner calm
• How to strengthen your core confidence through trust and the 5 Ps
• • Presence
  • Patience
  • Purpose
  • Preparation
  • Practice
• …and ultimately, how to boost your “mental metabolism” to help you shift through any mindset blocks and help you see opportunities where you once saw insurmountable hurdles.

I’m so thrilled if this is the first time you’ve heard of Kate Eckman and her work because I’m willing to bet you’ll really resonate with her story and what she’s learned along the way.

If you’ve struggled with the feeling of “not enough-ness” in your work or life, my hope is that you find the answer to break free from that vicious cycle today. And more importantly, that you remember, the key to everything you desire and the ability to supercharge your self-confidence is actually within you right here, right now. It’s closer than you think…

Q: Are you ready to supercharge your self-confidence? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-eckman-supercharge-your-self-confidence

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Are you finding it harder and harder these days to stick to your boundaries? Whether it’s a lack of physical space at your house (hello, homeschooling)… or a lack of breathing room and space in your calendar, causing you to overwork, strive, and feel flustered with it all. Or maybe it’s a Boundary Destroyer in your life, which is a whole other ball of wax.

My special guest today is psychotherapist Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries. In her book, Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free is a must-read for me and so many girlfriends of mine as we are looking to break free from the nonsense. And more importantly, live a more authentic, fulfilled life by mastering how we create and maintain healthy boundaries.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Terri Cole and she’s simplifying how to stick to your boundaries.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Through her research, what she found are some common myths that women believe when setting boundaries
• What the psychological aspect is behind why we DON’T set boundaries for ourselves? What’s happening, really?
• How to understand what your internal ‘Boundary Blueprint’ is and how to communicate our desired (more positive) boundaries are to other people
• In a work setting, what to do if you’re afraid you’ll be seen as a “bitch” or if you fear being fired by your client after you state your boundaries
• And ultimately, at home… what you must do when it’s a family member (a parent, spouse or child) who you cannot remove from your life entirely and you’re having to constantly state and restate your boundaries all the time?

Terri is a brilliant bright light in this field of study and she’s going to show us a better way of sticking to our boundaries. In our conversation today, you’ll gain a glimmer into her work, teaching each of us how to stop abandoning ourselves for the sake of others without guilt or drama. But rather, she shows us a way that healthy boundaries can help us gain better communication and better relationships… more satisfaction, abundance, and success. All of it is a result of doing the work, gaining clarity on our subconscious beliefs, and sticking to our boundaries.

Q: Are you ready to learn how to stick to your boundaries better? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/terri-cole-stick-to-your-boundaries

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Let’s talk about cooking, more specifically, let’s simplify how to cook lighter with your Instant Pot! It’s happened, I too have jumped on the bandwagon of cooking with an Instant Pot… and can I say, I LOVE IT. It makes batch cooking a cinch and the versatility of what you can make, my goodness, I feel like I’m just scratching the surface!

My special guest today is celebrity cookbook author, Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot. While yes, you could make super gooey, creamy and decadent meals like mac-n-cheese in your Instant Pot, Jeffrey is also going to show us a way to lighten it all up, cooking to your specific eating lifestyle. Whether it’s Keto, Paleo, Gluten-free, or vegetarian and vegan, it’s all about eating wholesome, real food that raises your vibration rather than ones that sink you into a food coma and total brain fog… but here’s the caveat: he promises we won’t lose any of the flavor along the way.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jeffrey Eisner and he’s simplifying how to cook lighter with an Instant Pot.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• For those just getting started using their Instant Pot, the 2-3 tips that would help you feel less intimidated, so you can get going with experimenting, playing and cooking food with it this week

• What “cooking lighter” looks like for him these days and which recipes he’s enjoying making right now, which might give you a few ideas on what to cook tonight

• Which must-have staples you need stocked in your pantry, specifically for pressure cooking
• • Lawry’s seasoned salt
  • beef, chicken, vegetable stock, specifically Better than Bouillon concentrated stock base
  • dried beans (black, pinto, white beans)
  • quinoa, rice (white, brown, wild), and farro
  • herbs & spices - TIP: buy one new spice each week to build your pantry and experiment with new flavors!

• How to cook for kids or picky eaters with an Instant Pot - he shares his best advice for parents without much time to cook, but want happy bellies around the dinner table

• …and ultimately, he shared a little bit about his own wellness journey - what he wished he knew earlier on when it comes to eating lighter and maintaining his weight.

Like Jeff, I’ve struggled with my weight since I was a little girl. The number on the scale would go UP and it’d go down in waves. 20 lbs here, 30 lbs there… ugh. And like Jeff, recently I’ve started to really pay attention to the food I put into my body. Ask yourself: what is life-giving food for me and my lifestyle? And what isn’t?

I hope that wherever you are in your health and wellness journey, you’ll find this lighthearted interview inspires you to try something new with your Instant Pot cooking this week.

Q: Are you ready to cook lighter using an Instant Pot? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jeffrey-eisner-cook-lighter-instant-pot

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As we move into a new quarter, it’s time to level up and learn how to close more discovery calls. What is a discovery call, you ask? Well, it’s that short call that your prospective client books in with you to learn more about your offering. It’s a space for both parties to see if it’s a good fit to work together, before they actually say YES, open up their wallet and buy the thing. And I’m learning that there’s an art and a science to these calls. So, we are going to break down the mechanics in today’s conversation, to help bring you greater confidence and flow into how you conduct yours.

My special guest today is the Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch and she’s simplifying how to close more discovery calls. How many times have you felt like you were leaving money on the table because you don’t ask for the business? Or how many times have you heard the other party say, “I want it, but I don’t have the money” or “I need to think about it?” Well, Nikki believes there’s a reason for that and it’s simpler than you think to fix.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Nikki Rausch and she’s simplifying how to close more discovery calls.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the subtle cues and buying signals are that people give when they’re interested in doing business with you
• How and why you must “pre-frame” your discovery calls before conducting them
• What the one question is that most people forget to ever ask in a discovery call
• • ASK: “what’s most important to you?”
• Why you should never coach (or demonstrate your expertise) during a discovery call and what questions you should ask instead
• • the 5 steps to sales - “the Selling Staircase”
  • • Introduction - your first impression
    • Creating curiosity - tell me more
    • Discovery - learning, listening, answering
    • Proposal - inviting them to your offering
    • Close - ask for the sale
• …and ultimately, what you must do at the very end of every call that’ll increase your close rate.
• • TIP: get the next step/appointment/call/meeting scheduled in before you hang up.

Q: Are you ready to close more discovery calls? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/nikki-rausch-close-more-discovery-calls

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Today, we’re talking all about how to overcome your inner critic. You know, that pesky little voice that’s either telling you, “you’re doing it wrong” or “hey, don’t even try doing it at all” when you want to make great things happen in your life. Where does this voice stem from? And more importantly, how do we move past it?

My special guest today is coach and neuroscience researcher, Cynthia Phelps, PhD and she’s simplifying how to overcome your inner critic. She believes that inner compassion is the route to help you deal with shame, navigate challenging relationships, and how to stop being so hard on yourself. It’s about finding that inner ally that will speak wisdom into whatever challenge or obstacle you’re faced with right now.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Cynthia Phelps, PhD and she’s simplifying how to overcome your inner critic.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the difference is between your ‘inner critic’ vs. ‘imposter syndrome’ from a neuroscience point of view
• • imposter syndrome happens when you’re in contact with other people
  • inner critic is mainly dealing with yourself, in your own mind
• How schema therapy works to help shift your mindset
• Using the InnerAlly cards to shift your inner language in a simple, practical way
• What “shooting the second arrow in life” is and how to recognize if you’re stuck in a never-ending suffering loop
• …and ultimately, how forgiveness is the key ingredient to overcoming your inner critic. What two things you must give yourself to make long-lasting change

At the root of Cynthia’s work is the core belief that the life you desire comes from practicing healthy habits of the mind… what she calls “Emotional Fitness.” When you speak compassionately to yourself, your entire world changes and for the better.

This will not only help you experience lower levels of stress and anxiety, but equally, it’ll help spark your creativity and productivity, no matter what big change or struggle you might face next. Bottomline, when you tap into the higher intelligence that your inner allies can provide, life can be limitless. Truly.

So grab a journal and pen, and get ready to take notes… it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to overcome your inner critic and get unstuck? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/cynthia-phelps-overcome-your-inner-critic

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Last week, we talked about getting into the flow… what it is and why it’s worth simplifying. And it was such a juicy episode, I decided to split it into two parts so we had time to simmer on it all. Since part one focused on the what and the why… this week, we are talking all about the HOW.

My special guest today is (once again) The Brain Guy, Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow. Remember, the most important thing to keep in mind (no pun intended) is this… When you align these three things:

• your subconscious beliefs
• your conscious actions
• and the truth of who you REALLY are, which is known in your super conscious
• …THAT’S when you achieve flow state.

So let’s break all that down and simplify it… Here’s how.

My special guest today is Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to transform any limiting beliefs or residual stress that might be holding you back, especially if you have any past business mistakes that are causing self-sabotage
• What the “collective consciousness” is and to how to utilize this concept as the leader of your team much the same as a flock of birds or school of fish moving in unison
• How to tap into a higher intelligence and wisdom that’ll bring you less anxiety and more calm
• And ultimately, how to identify and squash any shared stress that may be lurking inside your workplace (either spoken or unspoken), so you can become a more conscious business.

As always, this journey of exploration we are on is exhilarating and I’m so glad you are with me, riding alongside as I ask the questions you want me to ask. This conversation is such a gift and I’m grateful for you tuning in and sharing it with someone you love. Ok, it’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to get into the flow? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/scott-robinson-get-into-the-flow-part-two

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When was the last time you felt like you were in flow state? You know, that feeling you get when time seems limitless, your creative juices and ideas are free flowing, and your energy is buzzing at a higher vibration. Has it felt like forever? Well if so, you’re going to love today’s conversation.

My special guest today is The Brain Guy - Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow. He believes in one simple truth: whatever you are looking to achieve in life, it’s your brain and your nervous system working together that control your life’s outcomes.

Therefore, when you tap into your subconscious mind (which accounts for 95% of your total brain processing), you unlock a higher intelligence that’ll help you quickly and easily transform stress, resolve trauma faster, and get back to thriving. So, more joy, satiated contentment, pleasure, and abundance on a deeper level… These are all the things you can experience when you get in the flow.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Scott Robinson and he’s simplifying how to get into the flow.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How he defines “flow state” and what’s actually happening in your brain when you’re “in the flow”
• What effect stress has on the brain and the body and how to spot it
• Athletes train to achieve “high performance” - he shares what he has learned whilst working with them, specifically with understanding the brain as the “control center” in conjunction with the nervous system
• …and ultimately, he talks about the subconscious mind: what it is, how it works, and (finally) understanding that it is governing your actions and (in my words) your “1000 daily choices.” When you do, you can change your life for the better.

This conversation was so cerebral and deep, I’ve decided to split it into two parts. Part one this week and part two next week, so we all have time to simmer on the ideas he shares, talk to others about it, and see what small changes you can make in your work and life that’ll help you get into the flow more often.

So make sure to have a journal and pen handy while listening to this one. I’m fairly certain you’ll want to jot down a few things along the way, as did I.

Bottomline, when we achieve flow state, our life is buzzing with possibility. I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you and look forward to hearing what you think about it all soon!

Q: Are you ready to get into the flow? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

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Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/scott-robinson-get-into-the-flow-part-one

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It feels like part of the healing process to get the world back on track with things is to create a life full of kindness. I mean, what if kindness was part of the answer to reigniting your joy and forging deeper connections with others? Count me in!

My special guest today is psychiatrist Dr. Eva Ritvo and she’s simplifying how to create a life full of kindness. There’s a wave of change (have you felt it, too?) where “kind media” is becoming more prominent in our culture. Shows like The Great British Bake Off and RuPaul’s Drag Race are paving the way, showing us how when we are kind to others, our hearts expand in empathy and compassion. We gain greater understanding of people who may not look, think, act or even, vote like us.

And maybe, just maybe… This might be the balm we need to squash the polarization, prejudice, and isolation we feel at times, too. But first, it starts within, finding kindness for yourself.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Eva Ritvo and she’s simplifying how to create a life full of kindness. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• What she learned whilst studying the science behind kindness… what the benefits are when we focus our lives more around kindness, rather than animosity
• In this day in age of isolation and disconnection due to the pandemic, she share where we must begin to attract kindness in our lives first and how to do it
• A few simple, practical ways to be more kind yourself, starting today, especially if your harsh inner critic has been louder than usual
• How to be kind to others, including our “household bubble”, our clients, our co-workers, our neighbors and strangers, in big or small ways

…and ultimately, she talked about the biggest lessons she learned when compiling the stories for her book, Bekindr.

Q: Are you wanting to create a life full of kindness? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eva-ritvo-life-full-of-kindness

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What if I told you it was possible to level up by doing less? Would you give it a go? So many of us have been conditioned over the years that MORE is the answer. More hours in front of your computer. More hustle, more grind, more exertion equals more success. So, umm… how’s that working out for you? For me… not so great. So, let’s talk about doing less, instead.

My special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less. She taps into the wisdom gained by studying regenerative farming and gardening and it turns out, these lessons learned can be applied to your work and life, just the same.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Kate Northrup and she’s simplifying how to level up by doing less.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Which areas of your business that you’ll want to examine first, in order do less and simplify
• What the 4 best practices of ‘regenerative farming’ are and how they can be applied to creating a ‘regenerative’ business, rather than a just ‘sustainable’ one
• • composting
  • mess less
  • no spray
  • planting cover crops
• How to create a repeatable, provable marketing system without chasing after the “new, shiny object” or subscribing to the “hustle harder” mentality
• When you want to simplify to amplify your revenue, how to do it - spoiler alert: it’s all about creating a symbiotic ecosystem of offerings
• …and ultimately, we talked about the ways she found healing and growth after experiencing a year like 2020. What big shifts she made that helped her and her husband to level up.

I feel it in my core… Now is the time to do less and simplify, especially as we start to re-emerge throughout 2021 in a post-pandemic world. This is not only a year for healing but also a year to reexamine how we structure our lives and how we run our businesses. If 2020 was a year for reflection, then 2021 is a year for rebuilding. So I encourage you to take out your journal and pen, jot down some notes, and spark a conversation with someone after listening to this one.

Not that you need my permission, but I bet you’re totally ready to level up and do less. So, let’s make TODAY the day we do it.

Q: Are you ready to level up by doing less? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kate-northrup-level-up-by-doing-less

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How resilient is your heart right now and do you feel like you’re in a space to cultivate more joy? If you’ve been following the news, you’ll know that the majority of our listeners in Texas are dealing with the aftermath of a massive winter storm right now. One that has left many of our friends in Austin without power, heat, and running water for 4-5 days straight whilst the outside temperatures dipped down to 0F (that’s -18C)… the lowest they’ve been in decades. Yikes!

It was one of those “once-in-a-century” snowstorms that left people shook to the core. And its moments like these that build resilience and character. You find your true friends and strengthen bonds in your local community and your neighborhood.

My special guest today is Dr. Eva Selhub and she’s simplifying how to cultivate joy through resilience. No matter what hard season you’re going through right now… like those in Texas (or hello, pandemic!), she shares the secrets to shift your mindset now, so you can get back to center and back to finding your joy faster.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Dr. Eva Selhub and she’s simplifying how to cultivate joy through resilience.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines the concept of ‘resilience,’ especially for entrepreneurs and small business owners
• Like a high performance athlete who trains their muscles, how to build your resilience through mindset work
• What the 6 pillars of resiliency are and a deep dive into how to practice ‘emotional equilibrium’
• How to avoid the ‘victim’s mindset’ when things seem to be spiraling out of control
• …and ultimately, we talked about stress. It’s inevitable, right? So, how to use stress to our advantage in business and in our lives the next time it happens.

My heart goes out to everyone in Texas that are recovering from it all right now. And if that’s you, I realize that you might want to blip off this episode, thinking…

“I’m nowhere near being in the mindset to think about joy right now… I’m boiling water, I’m still in survival mode!”

And I get that… but my hope is that you stick with us and give today’s conversation a listen. Let it be a balm for your heart as it might spark something new inside you, that’ll help in the healing process. And help you recover emotionally, too.

You can do it, I believe in you!

Q: Are you ready to cultivate more joy in your life? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/eva-selhub-cultivate-joy-through-resilience

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Ready to spark a little more romance in your life with the 5 Love Languages? Welp, Valentine’s Day has come and gone… and now it’s the other 364 days of the year we’ve got to think about. Time to check in… how are your relationships in your life doing right now, on a scale of one to ten? Let’s be real - attempting to keep your relationships thriving (ney, simply afloat) is no small thing to sneeze at. It takes time, effort and a daily practice of intentional focus.

My special guest today is Jen Mickelborough and she’s simplifying how to spark more romance by using the 5 Love Languages. She’s co-written a new book with Dr. Gary Chapman that shares simple, easy-to-implement ideas of ways to show your love and appreciation with your partner, no matter what their primary Love Language might be. And no matter that we’re in the middle of a lockdown and a pandemic.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jen Mickleborough and she’s simplifying how to spark more romance with the 5 Love Languages.

We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Now that it’s nearly been one full year since lockdown began… what’s the hardest part has been for her and her spouse during it all - how they are coping and keeping their relationship strong
• Why it’s important to ‘focus on the little things’ in your relationship and how to create what she calls a “climate of connection” in the everyday moments of life
• Her book is built on the 5 Love Languages, giving people clever ideas on HOW to do it, based on your significant other’s primary Love Language - she shares her favorite ideas for each type
• Time and funds might be limited these days… she also shares a few easy and inexpensive ideas (from the book) that could infuse your relationship with a little excitement, joy or intimacy
• …and ultimately, I asked her, “what advice would she give newlyweds who are just starting out in their marriage, as it relates to romance?” - and I loved her honest response.

I know many of our listeners are based in Texas and are facing once-in-a-century arctic blast weather right now! Insane snowfall, thunder sleet and subfreezing temperatures… which leads to power outages, no coffee and more importantly, no one is (hopefully) leaving the house for the next few days.

What a time to test these ideas out! If you’ve never taken the 5 Love Languages quiz before, I highly recommend pressing pause right now, visit 5LoveLanguages.com and take the FREE quiz to determine your primary Love Language. Make sure your loved ones take the quiz as well. Once you’re equipped with this information, you’ll be ready for today’s conversation to give it all a go!

Q: Are you ready to spark more romance by using the 5 Love Languages as your guide? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jen-mickelborough-spark-more-romance-5-love-languages

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Are you feeling a bit stuck when it comes to your income? Like you’ve hit a plateau and can’t seem to surpass it? We’ve all been there before at some point in our journey of running a small business and the tendency is to believe the myth that we just need to work HARDER or put in MORE hours or push, push, push until our bodies break and relationships suffer. Bleh… no thanks. There’s definitely a better way.

My special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. She’s sharing all the inside secrets on how to master the inner game of entrepreneurship and manage your mindset to grow your business. If you’ve been pushing for way too long and ready to try something different, grab a pen and paper… and get ready to take notes. This episode could spark you on a new path towards tripling your income in one year like Amira did.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Amira Alvarez and she’s simplifying how to make an income breakthrough. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What (typically) stops most female small business owners from hitting a certain threshold of income - what’s really happening underneath it all
• Working more hours does NOT equal more income… she shares a better way to look at it, strategically:
• • identify your blocks
  • focus on the most essential, needle-moving actions like sales
• What the 7 questions are that you must ask every single prospective client that’s going to help you get closer to 7-figure sales this year:
• • What do you want? Then, what’s important to you about having that?
  • What’s stopping you from having what you want?
  • So, are you saying… ???
  • What happens if you don’t solve this?
  • Are you committed to solving this?
  • Great, would you like to hear about how I can help you with this?
  • Would you like to get started today?
• …and ultimately, what the 3 simple and effective ways that you can scale your work this year to significantly increase your income and how to decide which is best, when:
• • Raise your prices
  • Sell more quantity, and/or
  • Add a new channel of income

In the middle of our conversation together, she mentions something called the “Cybernetic Mechanism,” a concept that originated from author Maxwell Maltz. And here’s what that means, simply…

Our self-image is the cornerstone of our mental state, and therefore all the successes and failures that happen in our life are a result of our beliefs of who we are and what we THINK we can achieve… or not.

So, our ability to hit our goals is actually based on beliefs that were passed on to us by others. And these beliefs are like anchors that hold us down or sometimes, hold us back.

Keep this in mind as you listen to our conversation today…

Take a moment here and there to press pause and consider what thoughts or beliefs you hold on to as truth, right now. Which ones are still serving you… and which do you need to let go of?

Remember, until you reprogram your subconscious mind, you will not make progress here as your body, heart and mind is programmed to come back to status quo with your cybernetic mechanism. However, Amira shows us a way to break through to the other side.

Remember… you TRULY have unlimited potential and your “old conditioning” and beliefs likely need an upgrade in order to make positive change in your future thoughts, behaviors and actions.

You’re on the right path… keep going!

Q: Are you ready to make an income breakthrough? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/amira-alvarez-how-to-make-an-income-breakthrough

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Do you wish you could sleep better at night? Insomnia, anyone?! Welp, relief is on the way because we’re talking all about sleep on today’s episode!

My special guest today is health coach Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. Whether it’s stress or something else that’s keeping you up at night, Shae leads us through seven simple steps to course correct that’ll have you sleep like a baby in no time at all.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Shae Leonard and she’s simplifying how to sleep better at night. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “sleep hygiene” and why it’s so important to focus on this right now

• What the first step is to improve your sleep hygiene to help you sleep better tonight

• What the 7 fundamentals for great sleep hygiene are and how these simple shifts can make a positive impact in the long run

• Everything we need to know about “full-spectrum light” - what it is and why we need to avoid it 1-2 hours before bedtime, plus she shares a few healthy alternatives
• Why we need to avoid amping up our brains at night and those sneaky ways we do it without even knowing it
• …and ultimately, why it is important to “quiet your digestion” at night - how to do it, starting tonight.

It’s crazy to think that the majority of people are going to be fast asleep at 2am tonight in your neighborhood and city. Like the whole world powers down to rest, all at once. If you’re someone prone to late night brain whirling or you seem to be tossing and turning for no reason at all, I hope today’s conversation really gives you some tools to try out tonight.

And let us know what worked! I’m always keen to hear from listeners on what you’re learning from the podcast, testing out in your own life, and seeing results in simplifying… reach out on Instagram @thesimplifiers, tag us, DM me… I’d love to hear from you!

Q: Are you ready to sleep better tonight? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/shae-leonard-how-to-sleep-better-at-night

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Are you ready to step up and be the CEO of your well-being? If last year taught us anything at all, it reminded us of how incredibly important it is to take good care of our body, mind, and spirit in order to stay grounded through big change. Self-care is no longer a “should” but a “must-have” priority to maintain your well-being as an entrepreneur.

My special guest today is author Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. Like a CEO, you’re setting the vision for the year ahead, making calculated predictions that will hopefully pay off in the months to come and equally, making cuts where necessary. All of this requires a whole new vantage point on how you live your life and a possible shift in your mindset to level up.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Naz Beheshti and she’s simplifying how to be the CEO of your well-being. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What she learned while working as Steve Jobs’ executive assistant, inside the pressure cooker of Silicon Valley… how this brilliant person took great care of himself and equally grew the Apple brand simultaneously
• Her book is called “Pause. Breathe. Choose.” - we take a deep dive into all three sections and she defines what mindfulness could look like through a pandemic
• How to make better choices that will help us manage our stress and build resilience, using the ACE Method: acute, chronic, eustress
• …and ultimately, what the “3 P’s to well-being” are - pain, prana and purpose, understanding how we can tap into all three areas to our advantage, through our work. We also do a breathwork exercise together to build that prana life-force energy.

It was fascinating to hear her stories of working with Steve Jobs early on in her career, to really get an insider's peek into that world when Apple was booming.

And it certainly rings true for me… when I take good care of myself, get enough sleep, drink more water than coffee, move my body, take time to focus in on my breath, rest, reflect and prioritize it into my daily schedule, I become a better CEO for The Simplifiers. Opportunities (magically) open up and I achieve flow state for longer periods of time.

This is truly living a simplified, joy-filled life. And I hope today’s conversation sparks something new for you, as well.

Q: Are you ready to be the CEO of your well-being? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/naz-beheshti-be-the-CEO-of-your-well-being

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Do you need to write and deliver a compelling keynote speech soon? What about a sales pitch? Or do you need to formulate the words to really motivate and empower your audience? If yes, you’re in the right place.

My special guest today is professional public speaker Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. This is part 3 in our series this month focusing on writing and a perfect topic to cap things off with. Writing a compelling speech takes skill, a bit of wit, and a mastery of the craft of storytelling.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Robbie Crabtree and he’s simplifying how to write a compelling keynote speech. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why it is important to sharpen your skills as a compelling communicator, especially now in 2021
• What he learned as an attorney that helped him become a better keynote speaker and communicator
• He reveals his “Performative Speaking” framework and how to create your “go-to” story for your keynote speech. Here are the secrets...

5 ingredients to a good story:

• identify your characters
• define their relationships
• describe the environment with all 5 senses
• create a conflict that needs to be resolved
• have a clear resolutions that ends the story with impact

4 stages of the “Performative Speaking” framework:

• adventure
• adversity
• triumph
• humor
• How to create emotion and captivate your audience in a compelling way
• …and ultimately, we talked about utilizing the power of video - what are some ways you can deliver a keynote speech (or tell your story) online, rather than in person?

Q: Are you ready to write a compelling keynote speech? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/robbie-crabtree-write-a-compelling-keynote-speech

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Have you ever wanted to become a published nonfiction author? If yes, have I got a treat for you! That’s the topic we are simplifying today as we continue our focus this month on writing.

My special guest today is book coach Jennie Nash and she’s simplifying how to become a published nonfiction author. And I don’t mean to alarm you, but she throws a bit of a curveball into the mix, right at the beginning of the conversation that you don’t want to miss. It’s all about writing your book proposal. What? You don’t have one yet? No biggie, she simplifies that as well.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Jennie Nash and she’s simplifying how to become a published nonfiction author. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When starting to write a nonfiction book, what the most overlooked, yet critically important first step is.
• Why you need to write a book proposal before you dive in and invest too much time into writing the entire book
• What the very best way is to structure your book proposal… what parts do you need and what you can simplify down
• How to tell if your book idea is commercially viable (or not) and what makes you attractive to a literary agent and a publisher
• …and ultimately, what it (actually) means if you get a book deal - what you can expect and what myths you need to dispel.

If the world of book publishing is an absolute mystery to you, don’t worry… you are not alone. It’s a machine all into itself. I highly recommend going back and listening to Elizabeth Kracht’s episode 104, how to write your first book, as a preamble to today’s conversation. Grab your notebook and pen, there are lots of tips and tricks shared in today’s talk as well.

If becoming a published author is on your bucket list for this year and beyond, you’ll definitely learn one or two new things today.

Q: Are you ready to become a published nonfiction author? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/jennie-nash-become-a-published-nonfiction-author

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Maybe this is the time to write a memoir with truth and grace? For the first half of January, we are going to focus on writing. 2020 was one helluva a year and if yours was anything like mine, I bet you’ve got a story (or two) to tell! Better out than in, I say… and this is a brilliant time to write down the hard earned stories from your work and life, and what all that happened to you in 2020.

My special guest today is Elizabeth McCain and she’s simplifying how to write a memoir with truth and grace. If you’ve got stories bubbling up inside of you that may be of value for others to read and learn from, you’ll want to take notes during today’s conversation. Hey, maybe it’s time to become a memoir writer for a season?

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Elizabeth McCain and she’s simplifying how to write a memoir with truth + grace. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• How to determine if the book inside you is a memoir or if there is a better format to tell your story
• What the single most important lesson was that she learned as she wrote her memoir
• Where to find people that will hold you accountable during the writing process
• How to write about people who are still alive that are key to your storytelling
• …and ultimately, we talked about telling “the truth” - what, why and how when telling your story. Why it is so important to find your own unique, authentic voice through the writing process.

Elizabeth’s poignant memoir is a pleasure to read and hear. If you remember, she was a recommendation from Laura Zam (e146 - How to create more pleasure in life)… and I’m so glad we’re now connected!

My hope is that this episode inspires the creative writer inside you and that you find the courage to share it with the world, whether it’s on your blog, as a self-published author or even get a book deal. Here’s where to begin.

Q: Are you ready to write a memoir? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/elizabeth-mccain-how-to-write-a-memoir

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Are you ready to plan for the year ahead? We’re in that in-between time this week… the holidays are over and the new year is right around the corner. It’s nearly time to say ADIOS to the helluva year… 2020! So let’s kick things off with a bang.

My special guest today is Maggie Craddock and she’s simplifying how to plan your year ahead. We lead you through a simple process to reflect on all that happened in 2020, so you can start the new year on the right foot.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Maggie Craddock and she’s simplifying how to plan for the year ahead. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• We talked about how to reflect on everything that may have happened to you this year, so you are better equipped for the year ahead
• Why she recommends that you need to “look at your career track as a portfolio of assets” and how when you do this audit, it’ll guide you, moving forward
• If a major career change is necessary, how to know when it’s the right move
• Relationships are everything in the year ahead - how to invest in them and deepen existing relationships as well to build community
• …and ultimately, how to use the lessons learned from 2020 to navigate 2021 without being risk-averse or freezing in place.

If you remember the last time Maggie was on our podcast, she shared her learnings from studying the Titanic and its survivors. It might seem a bit extreme to compare the pandemic to the Titanic, but in many ways for many people, there certainly are parallels.

So if you’re listening to this conversation now, I’m pleased to say you made it through 2020. I really hope you’re able to take time this week to rest, reflect and soak in this episode between two business coaches, so it’ll spin you in the right direction in 2021. You’ve got this!

Q: Are you ready to plan for the year ahead? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/maggie-craddock-plan-for-the-year-ahead

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What a year, what a season of greatest hits it’s been on the podcast! In the infamous words of Kamala Harris… “We did it. We did it, Joe!” Well, we certainly did… That’s another 47 interviews and 11 more bonus episodes for the books, helping people simplify their work, life and everything in between. Besides grappling with a pandemic, we’ve also simplified how to set healthy boundaries, boost your immune system, and bounce back stronger after a massive life change. (umm, hello COVID-19). And through this work, I’ve learned a few things about you…

You (once again) loved the episodes where I simplify these four cornerstone topics:

• Self-care and simplifying down to get back to thriving
• Gaining clarity by setting laser-focused goals
• Time management skills, doing less to accomplish more
• Sales mastery, deepening relationships with clients and vendor partners to create long-lasting collaborations

And especially in a year like 2020 where we all needed these foundational skills now more than ever. Juggling homeschooling and online events… finding space to have a quiet moment alone to reflect… getting back to center as you re-prioritize what projects and tasks are most important and when. The Universe shook our proverbial Etch-a-Sketch in a massive way and each of us are looking to make sense of it all.

So, here are a few of the very best conversations from our top 5 episodes of season three. It’s like the Cliff’s Notes version of The Simplifiers Podcast, to remind you of how far we’ve come and what we’ve learned together. And if this is the first time you’re tuning in, welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and I can promise you more of this awesome goodness coming to you in the year ahead.

110: How to structure your 5-hour workday - with Trevor Blake

121: How to transform your life + start over again - with Alicia Haywood

124: How to strengthen your relationships through COVID-19 - with Dr. Gary Chapman

100: How to get sober + overcome addiction - with Laura McKowen

HONORABLE MENTION: 112: How to re-build community, despite social distancing - with Neil Greenwood BONUS 104: How to squash your limiting self-beliefs - with Mary Baird-Wilcock

Enjoy and I look forward to helping you simplify in the new year and beyond.

And don’t forget to #Dothething!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/greatest-hits-2020

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Do you want to learn how to budget like a pro for your business? I want to encourage you to join me and for the rest of this month, aim to put the foundational building blocks in place, so your business is set to succeed in the new year ahead. One of those areas of focus is your accounting.

My special guest today is Mark Butler and he’s simplifying how to budget like a pro (for your business). With a curveball year like 2020, some have felt the pinch… while others have soared. In today’s conversation, we are breaking down the fundamental principles in bookkeeping, budgeting, and business finances in simple, simple terms, so you can feel empowered for the 12 months ahead.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Mark Butler and he’s simplifying how to budget like a pro (for your business). We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• What the first step is to budgeting like a pro is, especially if you don’t have a degree in finance and how to determine where the money is leaking out from
• Looking back at how unpredictable 2020 was for most, how to plan wisely for the year ahead with our budgeting… it’s a plan A vs. plan B mentality
• What role ‘luck’ plays in budgeting and in running a small business… and how to use this knowledge to your advantage
• Many times people ask him to “figure out the money piece” for them, but actually, here’s what it all boils down to, most times
• …and ultimately, we talked about the current “hustle & grind” mentality out there and how there’s a better way to work, as it relates to how you budget and manage your business finances

Look, I realize budgets and bookkeeping isn’t a very exciting topic for some… and as you dip, duck, and dive through the holiday season, the tendency is to say, “oh, I’ll look at that later.” But I really want to encourage you to focus a little time this week specifically to this aspect of your business.

30 minutes or an hour, whatever you can lock into your calendar will be time well spent to get your books in order and start mapping out the new year with a financial plan in place. When you do that, you’ll feel more calm, more centered, and ready for whatever may come. The opportunity is yours for the taking!

Q: Are you ready to budget like a pro? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/mark-butler-budget-like-a-pro

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What does it take to become an excellent public speaker? My snarky friends would quickly say, “a voice and an audience, right?” Wrong, wrong, wrong. Obviously, there is so much more to it and that’s what I’d like to uncover, especially if the art of public speaking has been a mystery for you.

My special guest today is Michael J. Gelb and he’s simplifying how to become an excellent public speaker. No matter what role you play in your work, honing the skill of public speaking will be a critical factor in your success. I can almost guarantee it.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Michael J. Gelb and he’s simplifying how to become an excellent public speaker. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why he believes that public speaking is the #1 skill you can cultivate that’ll supercharge your career
• How to “set the stage” before you speak and what role your nervous system plays in all of this
• Why he uses mind mapping to structure his message and how it helps him have better empathy with the audience
• What the Alexander Technique is and how it’ll help you become an excellent public speaker
• …and ultimately, you’ll learn a few ways you can take today’s conversation and translate it into virtual meetings and online events, detailing a few of the challenges you must overcome.

While lately, in-person meetings have turned into Zoom calls and conferences have gone online, now more than ever, we must be effective communicators to motivate our teams, inspire others, close sales, and drive business forward. We all must become excellent public speakers if we want to not only survive in this day and age, but also thrive. Michael shows us a way.

Q: Are you ready to become an excellent public speaker? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/michael-gelb-become-an-excellent-public-speaker

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Are you ready to create more pleasure in your life? Well, buckle up, buttercup and let’s take a walk together. You’ll want to listen to this one without others around, trust me.

My special guest today is author Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. Let’s face it… a life worth living isn’t solely about work, money, and success. In fact, some would say (including me) that those things are a small sliver of what makes a life whole. Let’s talk about pleasure, desire, sex and asking for you really, really want… my goodness, now THAT’S a great topic to simplify!

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Laura Zam and she’s simplifying how to create more pleasure in life. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why pleasure is a key component to living a whole life
• How to begin to ask for what you desire, especially if you’ve been a people pleaser for so long
• What to do if you’ve got zero libido, feeling overworked, and on the verge of burnout
• For those who might be dealing with past sexual trauma, she shares her personal story and what helped her reemerge stronger
• …and ultimately, where you can find more time in your schedule, especially during the holidays for pleasure.

Remember, we are not robots and we cannot focus on our work 24/7… as humans, we need to define our desires, learn to discern which are the healthiest for us to attract, and communicate them with others. Laura shares her journey creating more pleasure in her life and what she learned all along the way. No matter if you’re single, married, male, female or none of the above, this one's for you!

Q: Are you ready to create more pleasure in life? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/laura-zam-create-more-pleasure

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What does it mean to systemize your business? Great question… it’s all about automating the recurring tasks, creating structure where there is chaos, and ultimately, doing less. Doesn’t that sound nice? Well, it’s totally possible and all within your grasp, too.

My special guest today is Monique Malcolm and she’s simplifying how to systemize your business. If you’re feeling like you’re constantly spinning your wheels and pulling late nights to get everything accomplished, it’s time to level up and put in place a few systems and processes. We break it all down for you in simple, easy to follow steps.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Monique Malcolm and she’s simplifying how to systemize your business. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• First off, why this is important and the reasons why even a solopreneur really needs a training manual, as well
• What the difference is between “systems” and “processes”... and “tools”
• Where to begin - what’s the first step when systemizing your business
• How to determine your “D/W/M/Q” tasks and how to begin to document the steps out
• …and ultimately, decide which project management tool you need to stay on track.

I really want to encourage you to take the next six weeks as a time to focus on your business. As we move into the holiday season, it’s easy to take the foot off the gas pedal and wind things down. Look, slowing down is fine and necessary, periodically.

However, in that space of rest and reflection, vow to take tiny, baby steps towards systemizing your business. Get yourself in a place where you feel confident moving into the new year as an entrepreneur. It’s time to simplify!

Q: Are you ready to systemize your business? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/monique-malcolm-systemize-your-business

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How do you live boldly after unwanted change? Many of us have been contemplating this very question for a while now. When the things you love the most are stripped away from you and you’re left in a pile, attempting to pick up the pieces… what’s the first step?

My special guest today is author Miriam Neff and she’s simplifying how to live boldly after unwanted change. Let’s face it… if you’re listening to this episode, it’s likely that you’re grappling with a big upheaval in your life and trying to sort out what path to take next, right? The outlook might seem a bit murky or the tasks may seem endless, but don’t give up… there’s hope and the way out (or rather, through it) is simpler than you think.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Miriam Neff and she’s simplifying how to live boldly after unwanted change. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• When big, unwanted change smacks you across the face… what people typically do as their first reaction that is the WRONG thing to do
• Why it’s so tempting to fill the void after losing something (or someone) important in your life - what to do instead
• She believes that “forgiveness not just recommended but required” when we experience brokenness in our lives - here’s why
• How to cultivate more boldness in your work and life after a big, unwanted change
• Where to begin when creating a new vision for where you’re headed next, especially when it’s so hard to let go of the past
• …and ultimately, what the first step is when financially recovering from this unwanted change.

This entire year has been a nosedive into studying change for me. As many of you know, I’m writing a book all about change… how to navigate it and simplify it. So when Miriam’s book came across my desk, it took my breath away.

Her wisdom, her grace, her poise through the unexpected passing of her husband Bob… all of it was incredibly inspiring and brought me hope as well. May her spirit and her story ripple out and inspire your life path this week, as well.

Q: Are you ready to live boldly after unwanted change? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/miriam-neff-live-boldly-after-change

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It’s time to embrace your power, my friend, in what may feel like a bit of a chaotic world. The US elections are done, it is finished. Leaders have been elected and the real work now begins.

My special guest today is author Christine Arylo and she’s simplifying how to embrace your power in a chaotic world. No matter where you sit on the spectrum of how the election went, the entire world let out one giant exhale when the results were announced… and about 70 million people in the US felt a gut punch. As time goes on, we all must figure out a way to listen more (to ourselves and to others who look/feel/think nothing like us) and champion better compassion and empathy. This is the path to rebuild, reimagine, and come together in shared power.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Christine Arylo and she’s simplifying how to embrace your power in a chaotic world. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Why she believes women are so prone to overwhelm and utter burnout… and what the real risks are of women overworking
• How we can begin to reimagine how we work - what needs to change immediately and what’s the first step
• What are some ways we can tap into our true feminine wisdom more, in order to defy the “hustle & grind” mentality that’s out there today
• She defines what ‘harmonic defiance’ is and how it can help create positive change in our lives and in the world around us
• How we can we drop down into our life force to gain clarity on where to head next
• …and ultimately, she shares a few simple ways we can start and end our days that will help us take back our power.

I feel like this conversation is a fantastic continuation of last week’s episode with Kim Chestney (e142) as we learned about tapping into our Intuition. In my mind, this is the “okay, what’s next” step into mapping out your trajectory to finish this year strong, after all.

Remember, if your lifetime is made up by the 1000 daily choices you make today, I hope you choose well. Give yourself this gift by carving out time for rest, reflection and journaling anything that peaked your interest in today’s conversation. It might just spark a new idea, a new path towards embracing your inner power that helps everyone WIN.

Q: Are you ready to embrace your power? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/christine-arylo-embrace-your-power

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What if you could tap into your Intuition to make better decisions… would you try? Many believe you decide with either your head, your heart or your gut… that deep, inner knowing when grappling with a situation. But what if you could better tune into that voice inside you to gain clearer insight and a solid path to follow in the months ahead?

My special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. Yup, it’s happening again… change is afoot, some countries are going into another lockdown, the US presidential election results are upon us, and now more than ever, we need a guide to lead us through.

Spoiler alert, that guide is YOU… and your deep, inner wisdom. Here’s how to tune in to what she’s trying to say.

My special guest today is Kim Chestney and she’s simplifying how to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• How she defines “Radical Intuition” - what it is and isn’t, so you can identify your own Intuition and how it’s working in your life right now
• Why your Intuition can help you become a better entrepreneur - in what ways can it help you with decision-making at work?
• What the 4 types of Intuition are and how to harness and tap into them today in your daily decisions
• • The Healer - physical
  • The Sage - mindful
  • The Visionary - creative
  • The Mystic - transcendental
• It feels like we as humans are collectively waking up in 2020 - she calls it the “Intuition Revolution” and her insight on what the next step is for all of us to rebuild and reimagine life as we know it
• …and ultimately, no matter how the US presidential election goes, she shares some ways we could utilize our Intuition for better self-care, so that we can choose the next right step towards thriving in the year ahead

Kim is an absolute delight and I loved chatting with her. She believes that the truth is within you and that when you surrender to it, you begin to own your inner power. Bottomline, radical change can be found when you are true to yourself… that’s where we gain deep insight.

And when we do that, we all rise together.

Q: Are you looking to make better decisions, personally and professionally? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:
https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/kim-chestney-intuition-make-better-decisions

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Have you been curious on how to go vegan? In the slew of big changes that have happened this year, what’s one more, eh? No but really… if you’ve been contemplating a move towards a more healthy, plant-based lifestyle and away from eating meat, here’s where to begin.

My special guest today is Michelle Cehn and she’s simplifying how to go vegan. This is part two from our conversation earlier this season on how to stock your plant-based ‘pandemic pantry’ (episode 131). We received an overwhelmingly positive response to that episode, which leads me to believe that many of us are considering eliminating meat and animal products from our diets.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Michelle Cehn and she’s simplifying how to go vegan. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• If you’re ready to take the leap and stop eating meat, she reveals the first step that is crucial towards success
• Why you need to ‘build a bank of great plant-based recipes’ and where to find them
• How to “veganize your kitchen” and what the very best (and most affordable) tools you’ll need to get started
• • high-powered blender
  • food processor
  • an assortment of spices
  • one sharp knife
• When and where you can find a community of plant-based people both locally and globally, that’ll support you along the journey
• What the single most important thing you must do once you go plant-based
• …and ultimately, she shares the very best tips if you happen to fall off the wagon.

Michelle shows us the friendly way to introduce a more plant-based diet and lifestyle into your home and family. For so many of us, let’s be REAL - this is super scary… what’s left to eat if I eliminate meat and cheese from my diet!??! I know, I know… it’s my fear, as well. However, I put myself forth as tribute to try it out, ask all the “dumb questions,” and help to simplify it down for us.

Will you join me on this journey? I promise it’ll be fun and might help all of us reduce the brain fog, gain more natural energy, and even save some money on groceries all along the way!

Q: Are you wanting to learn how to go vegan? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!

Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here:https://thesimplifiers.com/podcast/michelle-cehn-how-to-go-vegan

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How do you build resilience? I mean, would you consider yourself a resilient person? The visual that immediately comes to mind is a boxer who can dip, duck, dive, weave and jive, no matter what punches are thrown her way. She keeps going, never giving up. (Come to think of it, that makes a lot of sense, considering my sympathetic nervous system typically chooses to fight 9 times out of 10 over flight. What about you?)

My special guest today is Carrie Montgomery and she’s simplifying how to build resilience in an uncertain world. She’s a dynamic entrepreneur that’s certainly had to dip, dive and keep going through a series of debilitating chronic illnesses… most recently a viral brain infection. Through a pandemic, no less. You see, resilience is built in the little moments when no one is looking. And she shares what she’s learned along the way to becoming a stronger, more vibrant and whole person.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Carrie Montgomery and she’s simplifying how to build resilience in an uncertain world. We tackle all aspects of it, including:

• What’s changed in her business and in her life since we last spoke in season one - and what happened in late 2019 that made her dramatically shift how she runs her online business
• How she defines “resilience” and what helped her build her resilience through tough and uncertain times
• What role ‘discipline’ plays in becoming a more resilient entrepreneur and all-around human
• Why being “unattached in life” is so important
• What was learned when she took a step back from social media and actively marketing her business online for 10 months, in order to give herself space to heal
• …and ultimately, how to begin to “reclaim yourself” after trauma or big change

I hope you find Carrie’s story just as inspiring as I do. I know it helps me to remember that no matter what you’re grappling with in this moment, there are others around the world that stand beside you on that journey. Their courage to tackle their walls gives me strength to take on my own. Brick by brick, day by day… really, choice by choice, we each are learning to reclaim and restyle our lives.

And bottomline, we’re better together. You can do it, I believe in you!

Q: Are you looking to build your resilience as an entrepreneur? If yes, this one is for you. It’s time to #DoTheThing!