None of Your Business

As of today, my podcast is two years old. 

It’s one of the things that has immensely ROI’d many, many times over, because I sought the help of experts before starting, and I also learned from my mistakes along the way.

I’ve had a lot of opportunities directly from the podcast… from hot leads, to profitable affiliate partnerships, 

Some highlights… 

• Top 5 best benefits of a well-done podcast 
• 4 Points of clarity you need to build before you start your podcast 
• Keep it simple: a few things you really need to start a good podcast 
• Top tips for maximum exposure during your launch and what you should optimize for 
• 4 Ways to make the most out of your podcast, on a revenue generation standpoint 
• The ONE BEST TIP for people to guarantee podcast longevity

For those who want to start their own podcast, make their current podcast better, or someone who is keen to fully take advantage of the benefits of a podcast, this is a GREAT EPISODE to listen to. 

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What if your personal life and socialization can be as organized and as efficient as your business life? 

This can now stop being just a fantasy as we sit with Kieran for today’s episode about systematizing one’s personal life. 

Kieran Browning is an efficiency consultant who has been spending the last 4 years helping entrepreneurs, especially mompreneurs, streamline their systems and processes to free up 20+ hours a week of their time

Listen in as we talk about… 

• The book that inspired it all (you might know this if you’re a location independent entrepreneur just like me!) 
• What his non negotiables are in terms of planning his social life/ personal list
• What is a burnout score and how do you deal with it?
• If you’re burnt out, the quality of your decisions are bad (deep dive)
• Three qualities of a good system for your personal life (very important)

If you’re a business owner, a busy mompreneur, and or know one that would need Keiran’s amazing operations and systems genius, connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieranbrowning/ or his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranbrowning1/

If you loved this episode, pls drop us a comment and a rating! We’d appreciate it. :) - Karla

If you grew up in a poor family, one thing that you might not know is that you may have been operating on a scarcity mindset. 

Join me and Andy as we talk about our childhood and all the times our parents emphasized how important it was to save money, how money is scarce, and how we need to work hard and be cheap all the time. 

As we grew older and became entrepreneurs, we started to look at money differently. 

Andy shares…

• His first business and how entrepreneurship and creating value “clicked” in this head 
• How he found a mentor and his 3 TIP on how to be a powerful protege, basically how to attract good mentors as well 
• His ONE ACTIVITY, ONE THING that made him change his scarcity mindset 
• His huge mistake as he was starting to make money, something he wished he’s done earlier 
• His main advice to people who are looking to grow their money and not make stupid mistakes
• How his business helps other small and medium business owners organize their sales and customer relationships (stop leaving money on the table!) 

Andy Audate is a renowned small business marketing expert and the founder of Progreda. With a proven track record, he specializes in assisting small businesses in effectively marketing their high-ticket services through webinars that have attracted over 9,500 entrepreneurs. 

Andy's SaaS has achieved a seven-figure run rate, and his guidance has empowered thousands of small businesses to create marketing campaigns that have collectively generated $20+ million in revenue.

Progreda helps organize and speed up sales for small and medium business. It’s an all-in-one email marketing, funnel, call follow ups, and CRM platform. Try Progreda for 14 DAYS FREE using this link: 

Follow Andy’s inspiring business adventures here.

There were many times in my life when I needed to put my game face on because I gotta pay a huge amount of debt. 

My biggest, most challenging story with debt happened when I lost my dad at 22. 

He spent two months in the ICU, and his meds were costing us at least $800 a day. 

My mom worked hard day and night to care for him, I went out and made as much money as I could, and we borrowed from so many people. 

Unfortunately, after all of that work, my dad passed away. 

We experienced a loss much bigger than money. 

Losing my dad was one of the most painful moments of my life. So painful it even dwarfed the fact that I owed over $60,000 USD (3 million pesos) when I was barely making $1,000 a month that time. 

So I got to work right away, did my best to support my family, became a breadwinner at 22, and paid off that debt like my life depended on it. 

And my, I learned a lot. Every debt that came after that was child’s game. And, along the way, I learned lessons on how to manage debt, investment, and revenue generation. 

Join me as I shared my best mindset shifts, practical lessons, and strategies to get over a huge debt. 

One day you might need it. :)

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I also have the video version up on my Youtube channel.

What do corporate people really think of remote work? And how different is it from us, entrepreneurs?

I was always curious about this, so I thoughtfully threatened— I mean, convinced!-- my husband, the ultimate retired corporate guy to tell me about his experience. 

The remote work culture blew up during the pandemic big time, and in this episode, we talked about the emotional journey that went with it, the changes we noticed from our colleagues, best practices both from corporate and smaller businesses, and most of all, what we did to cope with the challenges of the pandemic. (Well hopefully there’s not a next one.)

Bonus: If you’re a business owner, listen til the end to peep our top 3 tips to make the most out of a happier, more productive workplace with remote work. 

And oh, get to know my husband, Alex. :)

Alex Booth's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Hailing from Northern Idaho, his love for the outdoors and relentless ambition drove him from snowboarding to golf and onto the business world. 

Starting in Seattle at YP, he aimed high, nearly hitting an ambitious earnings goal that dwarfed his family's modest income. His quest for growth led him through tech giants like Microsoft Bing Ads to Amazon, where he excelled in customer success. 

The pandemic turned his path to Mexico, where love and new beginnings awaited. Alex founded Huckleberry Consulting, leveraging his expertise to foster customer-centric growth. Tune in for a story of determination, love, and entrepreneurship.

Follow him on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-booth-huckleberry/

Claim a FREE Customer Success Audit too: email him/ his assistant directly at [email protected] and mention this podcast episode $1k VALUE. Limited to the first 20 people only.

As an outsourcing professional, one of the things that I always get asked about is delegation!

Many people struggle with it, and oftentimes it is what's in the way before they get to their dream revenue, their goals, their ideal life.

Whether you are thinking of how to start properly delegating, or wanting to get better in it as a boss, this podcast is for you.

Follow me on Instagram for more happy outsourcing adventures!

Unless you have a career in fashion, we solely participate in fashion as consumers. Clothes and accessories are things that we buy. And that’s it. 

In this episode, I sit down with Jesse Boga, a journalism-trainer writer who has extensive work in news and lifestyle media, PR, and science communication. 

We talked about…

• What is sustainability in fashion, and how it differs in terms of shared realities across different countries 
• Our journey towards fashion as we change job situations, locations, budgets, and economic status
• How we process the emotional rewards of buying new items (dopamine) and the feeling of helping the environment (also dopamine!) 
• How we buy clothes to communicate status but how we should also navigate the fangs of conspicuous consumption 
• Surprising ways we can inculcate sustainable habits in our daily lives (hint: it’s MORE than just going to Goodwill and buying second hand clothes!)

I really enjoyed this conversation because it tackled fashion in a different light. 

As entrepreneurs who dabble in fashion merely as consumers, we were able to discuss angles that would never come  up in our day-to-day lives. 

After this episode, I mindfully donated a few of my clothes and chose to be more intentional with the things I buy. :) [Don’t worry! This is not a podcast about minimalism! Haha!]

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Jesse is a 2023 fellow of the Next Gen Assembly, an advocacy program led by non‑profit organization Global Fashion Agenda and Fashion Values, a sustainability education program developed by the Centre for Sustainable Fashion at the UAL-London College of Fashion. He convenes voices from fashion, sustainability and beyond in the Unstitch: Sustainable Fashion Forum. 

As a member of the WEF Global Shapers Community, Jesse takes leadership roles in convening youths and communities for inclusive conversations about sustainability. He believes in the power of writing and creating storytelling-centered platforms to achieve global goals.

He is @thegamejay on Instagram.

Check out his works on:

• Fashion Revolution
• Fashion Values
• Unstitch: Sustainable Fashion Forum

Breakups are such a b*tch! Especially when you're running a business.

Today I sat with Eliza Vi to talk about this^. She's a Mexican Medicine Woman, Sacred Intimacy Coach and a Feminine and Masculine Energetics expert.

She leads a movement of powerful women who choose to defy all odds against them and strive to live a deeply fulfilling life of abundance in love, connection and wealth.

In this episode, we talk about how to equip yourself when navigating through grief, getting to know how to regulate your nervous system, how to be open for support, how to fully accept and know that you deserve to continue moving forward, and how to avoid the common traps that we might get into when trying to get over a breakup (e.g. overspending, workaholism, wanting to be desired or dating immediately.

All of these, told through the lens of entrepreneurs, living the holistic experience of also running a business, and being present for yourself in the whole process.

She also shares the ONE MAGIC PRINCIPLE that kept her grounded: The human comes first, and what this means as it unfolded in her life as a woman and as a coach. Follow Eliza's adventures and truth bombs: @iamelizavi

After his viral Shark Tank stint -- with Marc Cuban calling him a charlatan and Mr. Wonderful dropping the F bombs pretty hard -- all the hate came rolling for Maneesh Sethi, Founder of Pavlok. 

"It's lonely at the top"

"Entrepreneurship is not sexy"

"This is so hard that's why people don't do it!"

These are just some of the most common thoughts that people have about entrepreneurship.

And painfully, I admit they're all true! However, you may be wondering, why do we, entrepreneurs, keep doing this business thing?

How do we deal with all of its ugly parts?

Sit with me and Alex Snider, a well known coach for seven and eight figure entrepreneurs. She goes on a deep dive about her experience, how her clients have dealt with these, and shares interesting insights about the difficult times that we all go through!

Peep her best work here: 

Website: https://alexsnider.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asyetunknown

P.S. Check out my TOP 6 Ugliest parts of entrepreneurship in this episode too!

P.P.S. Follow my adventures on Instagram @karlastefan.

A lot of people come to me with problems. 

Hear ye, hear ye! My money mistakes are here for you to feast on! 

Sharing my best money mistakes in my last 15 years in business, and the stories and lessons that came with it. 

Guaranteed you'll learn a thing or two, and if you have something to share, shoot me a message, I'd appreciate it! :) 

Follow me on Instagram for positive money adventures, led by life design: @karlastefan. 

As I navigate through the decision of being a mom, I realized that a lot of women may have the same questions, fears, feelings, and musings! So I decided to invite my supermom bossbabe friend, Lauren Gordon to talk about this topic. 

She had 3 kids back-to-back, ran her business fulltime, and moved to a foreign country while at it! She successfully runs a multi six figure coaching business and generously shares her a-ha moments with us. 

Listen intently so you can learn about qualities to look for in a life partner, her top 3 tactical things about balancing motherhood and business, the ONE WORD to kill in your vocabulary, how to repair the situation when you loose your sh*t, and how being a mom helped her in business.

Follow Lauren’s wonderful mompreneur adventures on Instagram (@laurengordonofficial) and make sure you check out her amazing journaling prompts called “The Self Love Guide”.

As the year is starting, let’s talk about what I would do if I was truly starting over. 

I talk about some mistakes that I’ve made in the past, some time wasters, some opportunities I missed out on, and some things I could have done better. 

No regrets here, just all lessons. Hope you like it! Over fifteen years in business, over thirty countries visited, over a dozen heartaches, over  here’s something to show for it.

In this very interesting episode about the death of betrayal, Clay Moffat mindset coach to several 7 / 8 figure Founders, dissects trust, and how we can easily trust anyone and everyone.

Given its radical claim, we were able to walk through the topic while discussing people's motivations, stabilizing outcomes by understanding mutual interests, mindset shifts for not taking things personally, and the right ways to empower your team (as a business owner) with the principles of the honor system.

Follow Clay here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=525698764

Happy New Year! Coming back from my honeymoon, 90 day travel and work break....I'm recording this episode from my hometown, in Davao city Philippines as I sit with Val and Cathy Domingo, some of my favorite role models in finance, parenting, and life in general.

We sit down and talk about updates from my wedding, entering this new chapter of my life (marriage!), awkward conversations with our family lawyer, and planning the wedding of my dreams in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Note: This is a cross-posted episode from their podcast, Sunday's Best with Val and Cathy. Link here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2mrUcL7PG3M5uc51lea4fR?si=6441b1834a954a62

The title says it all. This a story of triumph and motivation. If you needed an extra kick of inspiration today, listen to Aaron's story!

The 135 Mile Badwater Ultramarathon is dubbed as the hottest and most difficult ultramarathon in the world.

Follow Aaron on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aclayhale

Check out his fun chocolate pudding business: https://eodfudge.com/

Let's face it -- the main reason why most people are not entrepreneurs is because the level of pressure, optimism, and hard work are different. The demands and expectations are different. For those who see the rewards to be "worth it", they choose this path and do what it takes.

So where does that leave us, entrepreneurs? Usually, in a cocktail of stress and exhaustion, especially if you're starting out. (Unless you outsource and get the right support.... *wink wink*)

Listen in as Kelsey and I discuss the basics of stress management for Founders, mental strength, nervous system regulation, and the best habits for a stress-free life.

Kelsey helps 6 and 7 figure entrepreneurs streamline their operations and provide ease and support for their life decisions. Something like a business and life coach in one! Check her out: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseymarch/

Do you find yourself "wasting your weekends away" by binge watching Netflix series all the time, drinking, or other things that feel "wasteful"?

Don't get me wrong-- I am not against a little bit of fun, and from time to time I would have a show I want to watch. But these are rare occurences, and I found some fun, super beneficial non work activities for the weekend that help push me forward in life.

I'm so excited to share them with you! :) Listen in, and share your thoughts with me on Instagram: @karlastefan.

Have you ever wondered what goes into the minds of top recruiters?

Well today's your lucky day because we're gonna hang out with one of the best names in high level recruitment in the Direct Response and Internet Marketing space, Michele Lambert.

Whether you're a business owner or someone looking for a high level job, you'll find out exactly what recruiters look for, how they "read" people, and as a bonus, you'll learn a lot of cool life lessons from someone who meets new people everyday.

Enjoy! :)

Follow Michele on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michele.lambert.14811

Join Michele's FB group Streamline to Scale:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/405214078207446

This has been a conversation I've always wanted to have!

A few weeks ago, I discovered "passport bros", defined in Urban Dictionary as "men* who have chosen to seek out foreign women, typically from other countries, for relationships. They believe that western women have been influenced by cultural and societal pressures to behave in a certain way, and that by seeking out foreign women, they can find a more authentic, fulfilling, and harmonious relationship. This is seen as a way to restore the natural balance between masculine and feminine energy, and to avoid the "wickedness" of western women."

*Mostly referring to American men

Definitely very fascinating, and I wanted to talk to one who went through a meaningful reflection process before just colloquially identifiying as one.

Steve, a successful Founder and entrepreneur with a thriving location independent business and investments, sat with me to talk about his experience with women, why he prefers dating women abroad, and personal stories of how he saw women around him change as the years went by.

One of the highlights of this conversation was how feminism morphed its meaning throughout the years. Maybe it's a branding issue, maybe it's a reflection of culture. And how THIS, contributed to the rise of "passport bros".

Listen with an open mind....and an open bag of Doritos. LOL

Follow me on Instagram to get updated on the latest None of Your Business episodes: @karlastefan.

One of my best friends, Kate, returns to the None of Your Business Podcast with a tender topic: forgiveness.

In this podcast we discuss the nuances of forgiveness as an act, a gift to yourself, a healing modality, and a gentle nudge towards hope.

In business and in our personal lives, forgiveness often comes up as a topic for difficult conversations, so we made sure to unpack some things for you to help you deal with that bad business deal, that painful heartache, that family drama.

Pour out a warm beverage, maybe get your journal out, and listen to this hearty conversation.

Follow Kate's gentle and hearty adventures here: @katebuckjr (Instagram)

As entrepreneurs, our curiosities are always floating around **weird** places.

Mine led me to asking one of my friends, "hey, do you want to come on my podcast and discuss that experience you had going to a s3x party?"

Thankfully she said YES and we had a very insightful chat!

Renee is a mindset coach who helps entrepreneurs achieve personal and business breakthroughs in life. Check out her experience, the unusual invitiation she got, and the surprising lifestyle change she decided to embark on after this experience.

If you've always been curious, here's a fun convo to eavesdrop on. Press play!

Check out Renee's wholesome adventures and mindset hacks on Instagram: @reneesarahlim

As I go through a major closet cleanup, I wondered what it would be like to discuss power dressing, a polished appearance, confidence, and good energy when meeting people...

So I thought of hitting up my friend, Kurshot, to jam with me on this podcast.

In this episode, Kurshot and I talked about his initial experience as a bartender and how talking with people from different walks of life paved the way to his entrepreneurial pursuits.

We talked about nuances of credibility, trust, beauty, sex appeal, discipline, fashion, taste, and how this all contributes to your personal brand, and how having a strong brand helps a lot in business.

Check out Kurshot's amazing guide to lifestyle design and freedom here: https://www.ultimatefreedomlifestyle.com/

Follow his adventures: Instagram: @kurshot

Most people would classify me as "extroverted". I don't think I am a full extrovert though. I love my me-time and I love peaceful nights at home, sipping tea and reading a book.

IKR, sounds cliche, but it's true! Ask my husband, lol.

The thing is, people think this way because they've seen me move around different crowds, different circles of friends, and different business industries.

Some are surprised how I can even get into these rooms, or surprised that I spent time with particular celebrities, and business people who were very "unapproachable".

Well, I think, throughout the years, I've consciously learned and improved on the skill of networking.

Actual networking. Building meaningful professional and personal relationships that stand the test of time.

Listen to this episode for some cool tips on how to land your dream job, your dream business circle, your dream man, and your dream friendships...through networking! I don't have all the answers, but I have some milestones and learnings that I want to share with you. :)

Hope you like it! Follow me on Insta for my crazy adventures and food videos ----> @karlastefan

One of the world's most trusted names in lead generation for roofing, home remodeling and the construction industry, Mat Smith, sits down with me on a 5AM interview about keeping the energy high, all the good, the bad, and everything in between.

In this fun discussion about going from being addicted to different kinds of drugs, alcohol, and painkillers, to turning his life around and devoted to a healthy routine, focus for business growth, and family, he shows us that anything is possible.

Side note: He's in Australia but serves US- based businesses, so his work days start at 4AM! Learn how he get his energy up throughout the day and how you can pick up a few tips on supplementation, data-driven health management, and habit formation.

Follow Mat's story and NSFW memes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theonlymatsmith

Ever wonder what it's like to do over $7M in sales, invest in a few properties, and write your own book at 21?

Zach Sasser tells it all. Needless to say, I am super impressed by his results, and I thought, we all have something to learn from this "kid".

Listen to Zach's stories of going to school as an engineer, learning sales funnels for the first time, being in rooms with multi millionaires, and his special approach to goal setting and hard work.

My favorite part of the conversation: in his opinion, what are most kids today doing wrong?

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Connect with Zach Sasser on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realzachsasser

Buy his book, Young Closer, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHC8XXJH/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_8QBH7WA57FW5W674KY9E_0?fbclid=IwAR2Q2JBu0n2G9sdLnX9wBLmFm1iSYaNgF4xUUFJrxIefO6H1lmlKjBhWjMo

(P.S. The book is a great gift to a kid you care about.)

Have you ever wondered what the experience is like for women, when we watch p0rn? And how that weaves into our beliefs surrounding self-image, s3x, relationships, and well, even work?

Join Zoe and I as we talk about our first experiences watching adult entertainment, its benefits and misgivings, seeing how it can make or break your business, and how we view the industry as its own "production and creative business". No kinkshaming here! :)

Plus, get a sneak peek on what our "dream p0rn production company" would be, as two entrepreneurs deeply entrenched in the content game.

Follow Zoe's freediving and meme adventures here: https://www.instagram.com/zoevnguyen/

Sometimes it's funny to me how drinking alcohol is a "norm" and if you're the one who is not doing that, you're the odd one out.

I experienced a few moments in my life where I would consider myself an alcoholic...I would not be able to finish a day without a few glasses of wine, or my favorite cocktail. Thankfully these moments only lasted a few months but if I was to go back, I would never do it again.

At the time, it made sense, but I also know I was covering up a deeper issue that needed proper attention.

In this podcast episode, I sit with Eric Oberembt, Founder of Roofers in Recovery and owner of a seven figure roofing business.

He tells me his rock bottom story of when he was deep into drugs, alcohol, and bad decisions, how he turned his life around, dating without drinking, how he decided to devote his life in serving his community through his nonprofit, and the ONE SECRET QUALITY TRAIT to have to avoid pitfalls in life like depression and alcoholism.

Tune in for a feel-good treat, and share with someone who matters to you.

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Eric Oberembt is the CEO of D&M Roofing and Siding in Omaha, NE. He is the co-founder of the non profit "Roofers in Recovery" sending people in addiction to treatment centers to get the help they need. He is the author of two books about residential and commercial roofing. He is a coach at the "Commercial Roofing Academy'' and Co-founder of the National Vendor Network "Advanced Roofing Technologies". Lastly, the Podcast host of "Be Authentic or GTFO and Keynote Speaker. 

Eric has spoken at D2DCon, SRC Summit, and as a Mainstage Keynote at Roofcon. Eric is passionate about finding ways to help others make sure they have the opportunity to become the person they were supposed to be.

Join two reality dating show addicts in dissecting what we really think about these shows, the production, the participants, the lives they all live, the marketing, the psychology, the social media, the good, the bad, and the ugly!

Bonus: discover how reality TV actually prompted Katya to start started her social media career. Today, she's famous for helping online brands grow their brands through social media and digital products. Catch her adventures on katya.com and @theofficialkatya on all social media channels.

Join me and Emily Buetler as we navigate through life as a working woman, a wife-to-be, a new mom, a friend, someone in their self healing journey.

One thing that stood out to me when I approached her is that despite her and I growing up with very different backgrounds, we mostly face the same fears, challenges, and feelings as we go through our day-to-day experiences.

Bonus: Emily was featured on the famous Netflix show Below Deck (Mediterranean). Wanna know what that's like? She tells it all!

Emily was born and raised in a family of workaholics and became one herself. She has sold over $300 million dollars worth of real estate and became a self-made millionaire in her 20's. At the age of 29 she had an epiphany that no amount of money, success, (or man) was going to make her happy. She's been on a self-healing journey since. She's still a successful Realtor and investor but with a lot less anxiety and depression. She is recently engaged to an amazing partner, Noah, and a new mother to her adorable baby boy, Wylder. She is happy, healthy and thriving...most days. 

Check out all the amazing things she's doing, and the gorgeous homes she features on her Instagram: @emily.beutler.

One of the bravest, and best ROI things I've done.... leaving my hometown.

This ONE DECISION alone opened up a lot of opportunities for me, helped me see the world in a very different way, and led me to people who changed my life for the better... business partners, investors, JV partners, affiliates, clients, and who would have thought...even my husband!

In this special episode about being an expat, entrepreneur, and an "ugly passport" holder, Lyra Almoite sits down to talk about the experience in all angles.

Discover the steps we took, the surprising ask most people usually assume when you're an expat, how it helped our businesses blow up, and most of all, how it became a path to choosing ourselves and our inner peace.

Follow Lyra's adventures on Instagram (@thehomebasedworker).

Are you struggling to keep going after experiencing losses and failures?

Do you feel like giving up sometimes? (Not always, but sometimes... we all know how that goes.)

In this episode, I'll be sharing valuable insights and practical tips on how to maintain perseverance, resilience, and positivity in the face of setbacks. I've had my fair share of trials, and it would mean a world to me if you could use them to avoid your share of trials. :)

Hope you like this episode. Follow me on Instagram (@karlastefan) if you wanna chat about it!

Dive into this age-old mystery, and enjoy a few insights on what we think about splitting house bills with your partner, talking about money early on in your relationship, what we really look for when we mean we want "trust and safety" from our men, and how high achieving women approach relationships in terms of considering a man's financial standing.

In this fun podcast episode about money and men, I sat with Sam Parvin.

Over her career, Sam has built three successful music-for-brands companies and has redefined what’s possible in music licensing by connecting some of the world’s best musical talent with brands, globally.

She was The Coca-Cola Company’s Global Music Consultant, has won over 30 internationally-recognized awards including two Cannes Lions, and has had the pleasure to support brands like GMC, Corona, Dos Equis, Maker’s Mark, and Procter & Gamble in their strategic music selection and procurement. 

As Owner of Parvin Music, Sam is focused on sourcing, composing and licensing music for a small roster of brand clients to elevate creativity, advocate for the rights of independent musicians, and provide opportunities for great brands to make art with some of the best musical talent available.

P.S. Learn about my our top money dealbreaker for dating men over 30 ;)

Ahh... routines. As a self-confessed, self-obsessed Virgo, I love routines. They keep me moving forward and feel good about it.

Indulge in this solo episode with me sharing my morning, work, and nighttime routines, and what each item in my routine does to get things going in my business and life.

Follow me for routine fun, @karlastefan.

Join me and Alex Boase in sharing all of our thoughts and insights on - college!

Both of us went, both of us taught (yep! these kids are doomed haha)... one loved it, and one didn't!

In this episode we talked about

• What we really think of college, and whether it's "essential" to succeed in business
• Examples of the useless parts and useful parts of college
• Personal opinions on how we could make college better
• Other ways entrepreneurs could still learn the best parts of business BEFORE they start a business
• Other criticisms of college
• Does college set you up for networking properly and developing EQ?
• What we think of its costs and the ROI (student loans suck!)
• How traditional, conventional education takes the creativity out of people
• How we feel about the future of college

Get to know Alex!

Alex studied practical entrepreneurship for the past 7 years through the lens of product management with early-stage startups, and is about to celebrate the one year anniversary of the opening his first venture, which is a Party Hostel called Why Not Rooftop (@whynotplaya) on the Carribbean coast of Mexico.

Alex has a background in design and conversion optimization, but his bread and butter is in building and developing teams & talent. On the side, he teaches college courses in product management and user experience design. 

Hope you loved this episode, and maybe send it to a few high school kids.

Let's face it, procrastination is something that affects all of us. It's a common enemy that pops up just when we need to get stuff done. But here's the thing, even the most successful entrepreneurs have it, so it's nothing to be ashamed of.

We all have those moments where we just can't seem to focus on the task at hand.

So, what's the deal? Why do we procrastinate, and how can we overcome it? Josh Thomas, a business consultant who has worked with over 5,000 entrepreneurs in 30 industries shares some of his thoughts with us.

Here are some of the questions I asked him:

- What is procrastination and why do we do it?

- How does procrastination affect our personal lives and our business lives? (Note: watch out for the powerful Disney metaphor.)

- What are some triggers for procrastination, and how can we identify and overcome it? Is there a "pre-emptive strike" that we can do?

- What are some strategies to avoid/ manage procrastination: time management and mindset-wise? Habits, routines, tools?

- How can we reframe our relationship with procrastination and learn to see it as an opportunity for growth rather than a cause for failing?

- What role does self discipline play in this and how can we cultivate that?

- How can we balance the desire to achieve our goals and the need to take breaks, without falling into a cycle of procrastination?

- What advice can you give to someone who struggles with chronic procrastination, and feel stuck in a cycle of avoidance and guilt? And also, what is the QUICKEST WAY to leave procrastination behind?

This was such a soul-enriching conversation and I am sure you'll love it. Pop this episode on a gym session, a long drive, or a meaningful solo meal. You won't regret it.

And yeah, probably don't procrastinate on that. ;)

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Find Josh Thomas on all social platforms @jtliterally. Also check out his coaching program, Factor One.

Taking the road less traveled and deciding to remain childfree can be a daunting decision for couples looking to build a business together--after all, there'll be no one to automatically look after the business when important decisions have to be made at home. But don't let that stop you!

Besides plenty of challenges, there are also numerous pros and cons to being childfree as a couple running a business.

Through hard-earned wisdom from those that decide to make this choice, some surprising truths have been revealed: it's not just about having more time and more money; it's about finding purpose and joy in what you do together. With some guidance plus loads of grace on your journey to making this choice, you're sure to make it work for the both of you!

Let David and Elle tell you their story. Over a decade in love and business, they share all their best pieces of advice, some family and friend anecdotes, and suprising truths about how to be at peace with this decision and keep moving forward.

A must-listen for people who are really contemplating having kids while starting or running a business.

Being a hot girl on social media these days doesn’t come without its ups and downs. (Trust me, I know! *hair flip*) JK :P

On the bright side, a "hot girl" typically has a huge following and can use their social media as a platform to easily get attention, which then, when used correctly, can turn into sales.

On the down side however, while a hot girl may be receiving attention from followers who view them as eye candy or "online celebrities", it may not always translate into real growth and success in their business.

Believe me, I've seen hot girls do amazing 7-figure launches, and I've also seen some make huge flops. (Hey, same for men, too!)

The gap between popularity and creating something of value is far too wide for outwards beauty alone to bridge. This is why I sat down and chatted with Des Dobreva, our resident "hot girl" to talk about what it's like to build her business using social media.

Get ready for the ruckus as we....

• Define what a "hot girl" is and how we also perceive them as business owners
• Discuss how she used her looks to her advantage to start her online business journey
• Tell stories about what it's like to come from a developing country, then do business in more developed countries, and people back home using your looks to invalidate what you do
• Talk about good and bad "hot girl experiences" on social media
• Learn about one of the best lessons about posting on social (note: this ONE THING specifically separates being a senseless word vomit vs. being elegantly vulnerable)

It's easy to either get triggered or get inspired by some hot girl on social media. At the end of the day, good business beats everything else, and in the internet age, feedback and results are easy to prove.

Either way-- if I was made to choose between being hot or not, I'd still choose to be hot. ;)

Follow Des' adventures at www.desdobreva.com and on Instagram @desdobreva.

As entrepreneurs, let's stop lying--- we're here to MAKE MONEY.

Making money can feel like a personal journey that's filled with highs and lows, though. We might start businesses to build wealth, but when it comes down to it, knowing how to use money in smart and effective ways, plus knowing how to act, and feel around money is an art form...and a lifelong process of learning.

That's why I'm so grateful for any lessons- mistakes, heartaches included- I've learned along the way.

Sneak peek:

• ONE activity you could do that will drastically change your relationship with money
• The real way to know if something is an investment or a gamble
• What I really think of side hustles
• How to spend mindfully - one important mindset shift that you would always remember
• Money is a reflection of your mental state

In this podcast episode, I dig into some of the biggest money milestones I've achieved and the principles I imbibed that got me there.

This isn't just about managing money - it's about understanding the sometimes complicated relationship we have with money and paving our own path towards our own version of "money success".

Follow me on Instagram @karlastefan if you want more money-related convos.

As great as entrepreneurship can be, it can also take a mental toll if you're not intentional about taking care of yourself. Burnt out brains don't do anyone any good and mental health problems like depression and anxiety can prevent you from achieving the very success you seek.

You should plan regular mental check-ins with yourself, schedule time out to do activities that bring you joy and make sure that your mental well-being comes first before all else!

There's no shame in prioritising your mental health – it's crucial for turning those entrepreneurial dreams into a reality.

Here are my Top 15 tips, activities, and principles that help me keep my mental health in tip-top shape. :) I've spent years in collating this, so I hope it helps you!

If you've got more recommendations, let's chat; find me on Instagram @karlastefan.

The Law of Attraction is a popular belief that suggests that like energies attract like results. It's often described as "what you put out into the universe, you get back".

In general, people tend to think of the Law of Attraction as a simple means of getting what they want; they just have to put out positive energy and their desires will be fulfilled. Although this idea can be empowering in some ways, there can often be more to it than what we initially think.

So I sought out one of the world's best contemporary experts in The Law of Attraction to talk LOA with me- Andrew Kap!

His perennial best seller, “The Last Law of Attraction Book You’ll Ever Need To Read” offers readers a never-before-seen understanding of the topic — that no other “LOA” book has ever been able to do — by going the extra mile of finally addressing WHY people who get excited about trying it still can’t manage to get in the habit of using these methods for just five minutes a day.

With over 100,000 copies sold, the book has enjoyed continued success, including THOUSANDS of five-star reviews, #1 Best Seller status in multiple categories on Amazon, and a growing YouTube channel devoted to it.

Listen and soak in all the LOA goodness! See ya.

Are you a good "first date"? I won't even wait for your answer because I know it's a YES in your head, haha. I'm just teasing ya.

Today's a good day to talk about it though! Nowadays, first dates can come from both traditional and online dating. Whether it's a swipe right or an intro from your Grandma, here's a cheeky convo to steer you in the right direction.

With me is Yury, a guy I respect a lot in business. Used to be a "serial dater" (like me), but now happily coupled up! We talk about how to be a great first date, memorable first dates we've had (good and bad!) and a few politically incorrect jokes in between.

Tune in and share with all of your single friends.

In July 2021, I moved to Playa del Carmen, Mexico because it was "somewhere new, and a timezone where I can run my business easily".

[Context: I serve mostly US/ Canada clients in my subscription-based outsourcing company - www.proximityoutsourcing.com.]

Plus, I was in a new relationship and I wanted a "fresh start".

That relationship quickly ended though, and I was stuck with a 90-day lease. I decided to ride it out because we prepaid for rent and I ended up writing the best love story ever: living in Playa del Carmen.

In this podcast episode, I hung out with fellow expat and entrepreneur Max Royale, and we talked about the things we love about living in Playa del Carmen.

Being away from US, the people, speaking a new language every day, the fresh, organic, hormone-free food, the bright turquoise waters, over 300 days of sun, the walking culture, and the right balance of entrepreneurial hustle and wellness biohacking.

Grab a cup of coffee, tea, and get comfy. Let us tell you about this home we love so much.

Dating someone with a large age gap brings a unique set of challenges. Perhaps the biggest issue is navigating through the complex social norms and expectations that age differences create when dating.

When you add business dealings to the equation, it can be even more challenging. After all, age gaps don't just come with age-related differences in tastes and expectations, they also come with different approaches to working, differing levels of experience and knowledge, and contrasting levels of authority.

It's no wonder age gaps in dating have been proven to be harder to bridge if business is involved! And in this tea-worthy episode, we sat down with Paulo and Chris to discuss the complexities of it all.

• How your differences make for space for curiosity and learning about each other 
• What do you think of age gaps in general? Was your belief always like that or did something change along the way?
• The greatest challenges about "switching hats" - when to behave like a business partner, and when to behave like a lover
• General beliefs about working with your partner/ lover
• The BIG ADVICE - what to really think about and sort out before starting a business with your life partner
• How do people change their values along the way?
• Bonus question: how did you navigate with the cultural differences too? (Chris is from USA and Paulo is from the Philippines)

Hope you loved this episode, and learned a lot about doing life your business partner, or doing business with your life partner. Whichever way it goes, stay true to your values and goals!

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Share this episode and tag Paulo (@iamjohnpau) or I (@karlastefan) on Instagram or Facebook to get a chance to win candles from LeMnl.com. Raffle open to US residents only.

"Rooting for the Underdog" is a well-loved concept in the entrepreneur world.

We love hearing these hero stories that remind us that anyone who's had massive amounts of success got there not because they were special, had exceptional IQ, or born into a rich family.

There's a lot to earn and learn from people who have experieneced the opposite and yet they managed to get themselves out of that rut. (Believe me, I've been through a really bad phase of depression...)

In this None of Your Business episode about cultivating the underdog mindset, Zach and I talked about:

• Zach's story of growing up in juveniles, psych wards, and spending 5 years in prison
• Getting out of THAT cycle of toxicity, loss, and lack of positive motivation
• What really makes underdogs and the underdog mindset exceptional especially for someone who is starting a business
• "When you have something to prove, or someone to prove wrong, sometimes that brings out the best in you"
• A mindset shift for underdogs to change the belief that they are "below someone"
• Real talk on the phrase "fake it til you make it"
• A lesson on setting boundaries and parameters at work
• Would you hire underdogs? Zach shares why and how.

As someone who has earned his first million, moved into his dream lake house with his family of 6, and turned his business around in a span of 2 years, there's a lot to learn from Zach for sure. Check out all the fun things he's doing at UnderdogEmpowerment.com.

Fun fact: Zach is one of our first clients at ProximityPlacements! We support underdogs of all colors and help them build and scale amazing hands-free businesses. :) Mention this podcast episode to get a special deal and bonus from us and Zach.

As entrepreneurs, we usually regard ourselves as "smart", or at least "smarter" than our peers.

Don't look at me like that-- you know this, you've done this many times.

When we solve certain problems and get paid handsomely for it, we have this pride about the way we do things, which makes us forget how we can be "intellectually vulnerable" in other areas of our lives.

Then one day, we do....STUPID THINGS.

I sat down with 2x Guinness World Record Holder, competitive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athlete, Author, and Hypnosis Expert Chris Bolger to discuss this.

Why do smart people do stupid things?

Here are some snippets of this rich convo:

• Chris's story of going form a celebrated athlete, destined for greatness, and then "hopeless and homeless"
• How he turned his life around in 24 hours (!)
• How "smart people" process the world differently [Hint: it's not IQ]
• Emotions vs. willpower, what really fuels our decisions?
• How can we get smarter at any age?
• How do we develop unconscious support systems to keep from backsliding to bad habits
• How to deal with depression and anxiety (clue: an important reframe)
• How pattern interrupts BREAK a downward spiral - physical, mental, or emotional
• How we can improve decision-making in business
• 3 things to practice to "get smarter"

This is definitely one of my favorite podcast conversations as I learned a lot in this episode about how to deal with my moods and how to make better decisions. As they say, the only job of a CEO is to make good decisions and I'm here to invest everything I have in that.

Follow Chris on Istagram @chrisbolgerphdc. You will learn a lot from him. :)

Ah, freedom. The concept of having the independence to do whatever you want has been celebrated throughout history.

As an entrepreneur, achieving true freedom is an exciting and attainable goal—if you’re willing to put in the work.

One lovely afternoon, Author, Copywriter, and Copy Coach Lana Sova and I sat to discuss about her quest for freedom, different ways people look at it, and how people of all walks of life (whether you're an entrepreneur or not), can work towards it.

Highlights:

• How did your quest for freedom start, what was the DEFINING MOMENT? (we all have this!)
• Lana's story of how she grew up in a developing country, having everyone else around her say that she should follow the "cookie cutter" kind of life, and how she went against the grain
• Since our job or how we make money is a ticket to freedom, How should we pick what we do for work? What are some of the important criteria?
• The road to freedom is filled with failures
• If you are tired of living a certain way, do somehting about it
• Why people never MAKE THE JUMP or the big decision to be freer than they are now 
• BONUS: Our favorite quotes about freedom

It was such a great conversation, and it definitely helped me reflect on all the years I yearned, worked for, and ran towards freedom. Absolutely no regrets.

Check out Lana's book, The Fulltime Freedom Formula here: https://karlasingson--fulltimefreedomformula.thrivecart.com/the-full-time-freedom-formula/?ref=karla-singson.

In this special solo episode, I shared about my top 10 learnings and reflections from 2022.

It was such an iconic year for me -- quit as a CEO, rebuilt my own outsourcing company, quit alcohol, quit TV, donated my eggs, participated in a major poker tournament, took care of my health more than ever, smiled more, cooked more, first anniversary of donating to charity on a regular basis (woop woop!) and met a man who made me stronger, more grounded, and happier in this entire journey.

May 2023 be just as abundant, joyous, and full of learning. For you and I. Follow me on Instagram @karlastefan and let's keep in touch.

Happy New Year, procrastinators! Just kidding. :) But we can all admit everyone has a little bit of procrastinator in them.

The one who resists discipline a few times a day.

The one who clearly sees the rewards of a routine, of order, and of consistency... yet we almost never make it perfect.

The good news is, we don't have to "make it perfect". We just have to view discipline in a different light.

Discipline is a key component of leading a successful and fulfilling life. It involves setting goals, making a plan to achieve them, and following through on that plan.

Discipline helps us to be responsible, reliable, and hardworking. It also enables us to resist temptation and make tough decisions that may not be easy in the moment, but will ultimately lead to long-term success and happiness. And so here's a conversation between me and Moe Ghias, a seasoned fitness coach to celebrities, authors, and some of your favorite influencers, discussing:

- His early examples of discipline, favorite and least favorite 

- Thinking about the positive side of discipline and how to reframe it

- What is the hardest thing about discipline?

- How do our expectations mess with our "average person's brain"?

- What specific item should you CHANGE in order to develop better discipline

- Stories of previous success with friends and clients re: discipline

- When does discipline become easy?

- When you started business what was the hardest thing to discipline yourself with, how did you get over it?

- How we can help other people in developing discipline

Discipline is particularly important in the pursuit of personal and professional growth, as it allows us to stay focused and motivated in the face of challenges and setbacks.

Overall, discipline is a crucial quality for humans to cultivate in order to lead fulfilling and productive lives, and we hope you've earned enough gusto to nurture it through this podcast.

Find Moe Ghias on Facebook, Instagram and his website, www.moeghias.com.

As an entrepreneur, one of the things which will literally make or break your future, is having a good life partner.

We've heard of spouses, girlfriends, and boyfriends causing havoc in the mental state of a business owner, and how that bleeds into the decisions they make in the business.

Noooo-- we don't want that! So on a chill Sunday evening, I sat down to chat with newlyweds Jesse and Janine Schoberg, asking them tips on how to be supportive to each other, how Janine made the jump from being a straight-laced corporate gal to entrepreneur, how their travels and experiences made them stronger...

Here's a sneak peek:

• The story of how they met and how Janine felt about being encouraged to try entrepreneurship
• What are the top qualities of a good partner (to an entrepreneur)
• What are the pros and cons of dating an entrepreneur
• What you do every day to be a supportive partner
• Tips on how to understand the entrepreneur mind --basically how to be a great addition to your partner's life, in this crazy chaos of entrepreneurship
• What we should do to attract the best partner for us

If you are looking to date an entrepreneur or if you're an entrepreneur looking for partner, you're definitely going to learn a tip or two here.

Here's to finding your ride-or-die forever. Cheers!

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Check out DynamiteCircle.com to see Janine's best ops and events work, and check out DropInBlog.com to see all the cool things Jesse's doing for online businesses!

I've "seen Lauren around" through common friends of social media and we've liked each other's posts...but what really sealed our friendship is when we got scammed by the same person!

So in this episode, we decided to talk about that experience and treated it as a therapy session (lol) to let all our feelings out, tell you how it happend, and help you avoid these scams and fake friendships altogether.

Here's the highlights:

• What is a scam and how do you define a scam
• What are the common signs of scams (with real life, practical examples)
• Red flags from people, investments, and timing (take down notes!)
• Things that aren't a scam but sound like one
• Scammy things that people do online - you've seen some of our friendly neighborhood bizniz coaches do these haha
• How to process the feeling of being scammed and how to move on without feeling stupid or embarrassed
• Differentiating gambling vs. investments + loose tips on what you should invest in which are NOT scams

We truly loved recording this episode and we hope you like it! We've put a positive twist from being scammed, and hope that you can also view things in the same perspective.

Follow Lauren on Instagram at @laurengordonofficial for other cheeky convos about friendships, being a mom, and being an awesome online coach!

We're doing a different take on negotiation and persuasion by talking to one of the smartest marketing minds I know - Uli.

As a marketing technologist and certified Ontraport/Infusionsoft/Clickfunnels consultant, Uli Iserloh has been advising entrepreneurs and organizations on marketing strategy and marketing technology for over 17 years — specializing in building automated marketing systems that position practitioners as the go-to experts in their community.

After 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry, he founded Big Boost Marketing, an award-winning digital marketing agency serving many of today’s Functional Medicine leaders.

Highlights:

• "Features tell, stories sell"
• You can't really automate connection
• How to be persuasive with authority and connection
• What is the biggest negotiation/ persuasion task in your life and how did it feel
• "First dollar is the hardest" - what are your tips to selling, marketing, and persuasion when you're a newbie in business?
• How to develop an intuition for better persuasion
• How to improve absorption of information (for better relationships, and market research)

Fueled with the mission of developing strategies that sell health and wellness services to people, Uli is taking an ultra-ethical approach to marketing.

Check out his podcast: Getting to Yes for more conversations about persuasion and negotiation.

With Christmas around the corner, my friend Jesse and I thought that it would be fun and meaningful to discuss office Christmas parties!

I'm sure all of my business owners would be interested in discussing...

• Why it's important and how to make it meaningful more than just a box to tick during this season
• We should include HR in the party! Not just make it their job
• Easy tips on making the planning easy - things to REALLY focus on
• Unconventional but fun ideas for the party (it doesn't have to be expensive!)
• Tips and ideas on the gift giving activity - plus what NOT to give based on Jesse and Karla's PhD in Christmas parties

Looking forward to getting all of your invites for your Christmas parties! You're sure to have better things to focus on after this podcast episode. If you are looking for more custom advice, let me know. My team will be able to help. We've had over 11 years of experience in this.

Also - Check out Jesse Pizarro Boga on his podcast: The Inireaux Show to follow all of the fun things he's doing.

Advance Merry Christmas, my dear business owners!

I can't count how many seminars I've done off of this topic. I just love it so much! :)

When managing a home, multiple businesses, spa schedules, and making sure you're still sleeping 8 hours a night seems like a delicate juggle, you need to have all the goods.

So here they are -- my TOP 15 Time Management Tips and Principles. I have also coached my team through these, and they're guaranteed to make time management easy and fun for you.

Here are the highlights:

• Multi tasking is not real or beneficial, but there are worthy alternatives to it
• Measuring time productivity based on its ROI
• Work expands and contracts depending on the time that you decide to spend on it
• Learning the principle of "Deep Work" + references
• The Time Management principle I teach my sales team so they know which tasks to prioritize

Be more productive. Feel more rested. And bask in the light of fulfilment. You're welcome! Enjoy. :)

Let's talk about money. Because we probably need to talk about it more anyway.

Whatever your background is and whatever money situation you're in, you're bound to learn something new in this podcast with one of my good friends, Paul Halme.

In this podcast episode, we discussed:

• Common beliefs about money, doesn't matter if you grew up in America or in a developing country
• How to inspire your children to have a positive money mindset
• Money mistakes and how to avoid them, including looking at something if it's more of an investment or more of a gamble
• "Boring" long term investments that will save you and your family, and the EXACT moment you should start doing it
• Building your "freedom account"
• How to live our lives "richer", with whatever budget you have
• A special way to "divide" money between a couple, to avoid most money arguments

Hopefully after this episode, you're now more inspired to take money matters more seriously. Trust me, there's a ton of rewards in doing so!

Find Paul Halme all over social to see what he's up to. Follow him for great money and business growth advice. See you next week!

Author and functional medicine practitioner Lisabeth Lent sits with us to talk about how, as entrepreneurs, we can use sleep to optimize our performance in business, and enjoy life more.

Warning: there are some controversial health takes here especially with how we feel about the pandemic ;) But you'll probably like that anyway.

In this episode, Lisabeth shares

-Lisa's story of going from having chronic pain, bad health, and CPTSD to becoming a powerful voice in nutrition and functional medicine

- What the common misconceptions people have about sleep 

- Our best habits around sleep (super amazing tips) 

- Best that entrepreneurs should make to have better sleep 

- A sneak peek into her book, "Align Your Body, Align Your life" (available on Amazon)

Lisabeth Lent is famous for her multi-dimensional and compassionate approach to health progression, which makes this meaningful coversation about rest and sleep an important take in today's hectic, modern life.

Her simple and effortless low-impact “IMI” (Intuitive Movement Integration) method trains people to learn basic foundations of healthy posture, body-mechanics, and inward focus. Specially designed for people who hate to exercise and suffer from chronic low-energy, the IMI method demonstrates how gentle exercise can be as fun as it is strength-building and emotionally rejuvenating.

Hope you love this episode, and I would recommend learning more about Lisabeth's work at InnerAlignmentEducation.com.

Paul Tokgozoglu is a martial artist, podcast creator, and business developer. After a lifetime of struggling with autism and OCD, Paul resolved to master his mental health.

Through a journey of self discovery, Paul realized that the lifestyle of a martial artist provided the best possible outlet for improving his mental health and becoming a better person.

In this intimate conversation about martial arts and mental health, Paul tells us his thoughts and stories about...

- How his journey in martial arts started with spanking (and how my experience in spanking was different, lol)

- Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu over other martial arts, and why you should consider it, too

- Surprising benefits of martial arts that most people don't know about

- How a regular "fighting" practice can help you become mentally stronger

- Everyone has anger and agression, use it wisely

- What most entrepreneurs are missing out on, mental health-wise

Paul founded the brand Jiu Jitsu Outlet (a merch brand and a podcast), and has dedicated his life to helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses and unlock their mental power.

Because you asked for it, here are my TOP 15 ways to maintain great, clear skin, a healthy body inside out, avoid wrinkles, and make sure that you're hotter than your high school bully.

Bonus: some of my favorite products right now. Listen til the end and take down notes. Enjoy!

Tons of travelling entrepreneurs have fully embraced the use of Airbnbs. I bet you've had your own experiences too!

In this story-rich episode, I was able to force my friend Arne Giske, to share his Airbnb experience from staying in over 100 homes around the world.

In this episode, we rekindled our most memorable travel stories and talked about:

• What attracted Arne to the idea of renting Airbnbs vs. Hotels
• Pros and Cons, and how to make the decision of which Airbnb to hire (important tips here!)
• His top 2 most memorable Airbnb experiences (including homemade pasta and a hot driver!)
• Worst Airbnb experiences -- yup, it was something illegal ;)
• Our wishlist for Airbnb 2.0 + tips for Airbnb hosts
• Tips for first time or newbie Airbnb users and important lessons
• Resources for investing in Airbnbs

Ready for your next Airbnb experience? Safe travels, and put this podcast on for a funner time on your trip there.

Have you always thought about what it's really like to write a book?

In this episode, we'll peel back the curtains and hear real-life stories about book writing, publishing, promotions, and all the emotional roller coasters that go with it, with rockstar Writer, Editor, and Book Publication Consultant, Melissa Drake.

Over iced teas by the pool, we chatted about

• Most common misconceptions about writing a book 
• Writing is an act of service, it's not merely hearing yourself talk
• Get out of your head and write a book (surprising activities to help you do this!)
• Developing vulnerability in sharing your story 
• Top people and services to hire when writing / publishing a book
• A breakdown of why the ROI of a book is forever

I've personally written a book and I also shared some never-before-seen stories there! Hope you love this episode, and hope it inspires you to share your story and write a book.

Want more goodies that will help you write a book? Find Melissa Drake on social media or visit her site AwakenYourInnerAuthor.com.

Let two very different flavors of "alpha women" delight you in this meaningful chat about what it really means to live with, work with, love, and appreciate alpha women.

In this episode we touched on:

• How we define "alpha women" 
• How we move with high standards for ourselves and the people around us 
• Why it doens’t work for some women who are smart, hot, and all that - what men really look for in a relationship
• How to deal with intimidating women 
• Developing the awareness that people look up to people like us
• The alpha reframe: how enjoying service received is within our true nature as alpha women
• Wounds in childhood that are very likely to turn one into an alpha man/ woman
• Advice for people who live with with alpha women/ men

Hopefully this episode will help you look at alpha women with fresh and much more appreciative eyes.

And if you are an alpha woman listening to this podcast, hope you gained a refreshing insight or two.

Being alpha is fun! It has it perks, but it also has its slippery slopes. Ready to be a fly on the wall on this conversation? Press play.

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Follow Angela Baysa on Facebook and her podcast, P*ssy Power.

What does it really mean to be feminine? Be feminine in business? How do you use this to your advantage?

These questions and more, on a laugh-filled and heart-led conversation with star business and marketing coach, Jaimie Sarah.

In this episode we talked about the following:

• Advantages of being a woman in business
• Feminine vs. masculine activities in business (and a way to focus on what you only want to do)
• What vulnerability really means vs. being a hot mess
• How vulnerability helps us in business and life
• What we really think of feminism
• How men can attract fully embodied feminine -- and successful! -- women
• Activities and habits that help us nourish the feminine

As a woman in business, I found this conversation incredibly uplifting. I'm sure you'll love it too.

I grew up reading books. My dad was insistent on me developing a reading habit so he spoiled me with books. I grew up not watching TV during school days, and not even wanting to during Fridays. I genuinely loved reading books.

In this episode, I'm going to share:

• The book that changed my life (I have a tattoo of it!)
• How I started my reading habit and how you can, too
• How everyone is actually a "reader type" we just don't know it yet
• A short list of books that changed my life
• Reading is a treasure that you can pass on to your children

That's it -- reading is awesome. So get to it. Grab a book after this episode, you'll thank me later. Besos! x

In this lighthearted podcast about hypnosis, we go on a deep dive about what it really is (note: it's not a watch on a chain!), how we can use it to improve our lives, and how we can keep a steady habit of practicing it for better productivity and peace.

Highlights:

- Top 3 benefits of learning hypnosis and the simplest way we can apply it to our day-to-day lives

- What's the most common or most annoying misconception that people have about hypnosis?

- How we can avoid thinking that hypnosis is a panacea (what other stuff can we do?)

- Alright let's talk about dating f*ckboiis! and more dating advice

You should probably book a session right now! Bottomline: hypnosis is a great tool in our emotional artillery. Learn about it more by finding and following Jennifer Schlueter on social media, and then come back to me and convince me that you're a better person. :P

Traveling and being able to travel is such a gift. With conferences, impulse trips, concerts, and "chill beach days" always on our calendars as entrepreneurs, I dedicated a special episode to talk about solo travel.

With me is Svetoslav Dimitrov of 33TravelTips.com, he's a serial traveler and a successful copywriter and consultant.

Highlights:

• Pros and cons of traveling alone
• We share how we plan our trips and how to get the most out of certain timings
• Bargaining in foreign countries
• Safety tips in traveling alone
• Other lesser-known travel hacks

Treat this episode as your swiss-knife for your next solo travel. Hope to catch you in random airports all over the world!

Dating as a millennial entrepreneur is a pretty special thing. It's a unique experience, and this is a safe space to talk about it. ;)

Highlights:

• How to allay your fears in dating and stay optimistic
• Best ways to love and honor your partner
• Entrepreneurship as a gift to our partners
• Being with someone for 80-90 years (oof! sounds scary!)
• How the "inner gambler" in us makes entrepreneurs in a position of advantage to find love
• BONUS: one surefire way to pick up a girl (I tell you EXACTLY what to say)

Ready to fall in love? Yes? No? Who cares. Just listen to this episode.

In this fun and light episode about healthy habits for entrepreneurs, we talk about peak performance through easy diet hacks, exercise types, mental health, our secret supplement stack, and why cougaring is hard, LOL.

We get it. You're SO BUSY! But that doesn't mean you have to neglect your health. In fact, we argue being healthy will help you do well in business.

Highlights:

• Cougaring is a challenge
• How to know when your friendship is real
• Why moderation is hard for all of us
• Tips to get our minds on peak state

Tune in and get bonus info about my favorite ways to stay healthy, juxtaposed against my fried chicken addiction.