Mia LaMotte shares expert advice on today’s podcast about personal branding. As the founder and CEO of LaMotte International, Mia works as a full-service image consulting and personal brand coach. She meets clients ranging from the corporate client to the budding entrepreneur, and her coaching goal is to help others be seen the way they want to be seen. Mia strategically helps her clients portray their story by what they wear, how they communicate and how they show up each day. What you’ll...

Today’s episode is part II to episode #149, Trusting Your Intuition. Feel free to listen to the episodes in any order but do listen to them both as they work hand-in-hand! And, as you listen, make sure you throw all logic out of the window. Intuition and signs don’t necessarily follow logic, but they can still play a crucial part in your personal life and career. Try to listen with an open-mind, and, as you do, you will learn that signs are some kind of validation or information from...

On today’s podcast episode, former tech guru and current mastermind of her business, Keeping It Human, Kathy Klotz-Guest, joins the show to discuss several hot topics. Formerly from a predominately male-dominated field of tech, Kathy learned how to equip herself with human tools needed to succeed at her desk, in meetings, at the boardroom table, and later as she led training sessions and conferences. Through her work in tech and then as a speaker, author, and business owner, Kathy tells...

Have you ever stepped into a room and the hairs on your arms stood up straight? Something in your body was warning you about the situation you walked into. You weren’t able to quite explain why you felt that way, but you knew it was best to trust that gut feeling. Listen to today’s podcast to learn all about intuition and how we can differentiate that feeling that something is wrong versus the feeling of fear or anxiety. And, discover how intuition can actually be more powerful than the...

Do you often wonder if emotions are driving your financial decisions? Do you think about your money in the “right” way and are you using your best intentions to spend your hard-earned money? Financial Behaviorist, Jacquette Timmons, joins Hustle & Flow podcast as a guest speaker to enlighten listeners about the work she does to help her clients better understand how their financial decisions are tied to their emotions. What we cover in this episode: Why it’s not just about managing...

New Year’s resolutions aren’t always easy to keep, and statistics tell us that most people aren’t actually able to stick with them. Now that we are two weeks into January, it’s the perfect opportunity to check-in and see where you are with your New Year’s goals. Listen to this episode to learn where most people fail to keep up with their New Year’s goals and learn how you can be more effective in keeping them. What we cover in this episode: • How New Year’s goal setting is related to...

There are many biases that exist in Corporate America, but today’s guest believes that we have the power to interrupt them. Kori Carew is a former lawyer who is currently the Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer at Seyfarth Shaw. In this episode, she reveals how each one of us can become empowered and find the courage to advocate for others. Things we’re covering in this episode: • The first steps to becoming truly authentic and finding the courage to speak out • What compromising and...

Each new year brings a fresh page and this year is even more exciting because it’s the beginning of a new decade. But before you go tackling your biggest goals and trying to change your bad habits, be sure to listen to today’s episode. We often fail to reach our goals because: (1) we don’t set the right goals in the first place and (2) we fail to stay the course when things get busy or hard. Today’s episode addresses both issues head on. If you want an even deeper dive, I have a free gift...

Because so many of you are out and traveling over the holiday season, we do not have a regular episode of the podcast today. However, I did want to bring you a bonus episode, which is a rerun of one that aired about two years ago at this time and is related to creating a vision board. I am such a huge proponent for vision boards, and I’ve seen them work for me and my clients, time and time again. In fact, my vision board is framed in my office, and I look at it every single day! When you...

As we move into a new decade (seems crazy, right?), now is the perfect time to reflect on how far we’ve come, what we want to release, and the lessons we want to remember from the last ten years. Because we can’t fully embrace what we want in 2020 (and beyond), if we’re not willing to look at what got us to where we are. Things we’re covering in this episode: • Why it’s so important to reflect on your past before planning for your future • Questions to consider as you reflect on your wins...

When you first hear the word, “storytelling”, you may automatically assume the reference is to an exaggeration of a narrative. Expert storyteller coach, Mike Ganino, debunks this common misconception as he further explains storytelling through business use. Mike’s journey didn’t begin in his current field of coaching clients on how and why to tell stories, but through various careers in areas of hospitality, improv, culture coaching, speaking and more, where he has gained invaluable...

Join me as I kick off Life & Law LIVE in Miami with women representing 26 different states and 2 countries. I dive into the challenges we all face as we quickly approach the new year. We are hard wired to make change in our lives, yet many of us are so consumed with the end-goal of change that we forget to enjoy the journey. You may wonder why you can’t be satisfied with what you already have. You may want change to create more balance in your life or to find more adventures or maybe it...

Dr. Valerie Rein is a psychologist and brilliant businesswoman who magically came into my life a few years ago. It’s been so much fun watching her business grow and running into each other in the most random situations. She has a new book, Patriarchy Stress Disorder: The Invisible Inner Barrier to Women's Happiness and Fulfillment, coming out next week so I had to have her on the podcast. From generational trauma to patriarchal systems (including medicine and psychology), Dr. Valerie shares...

It can be scary when you make big investments in yourself and your business. To help with your decision-making process, and to ensure that you stay focused on what matters most to you, it’s important to identify and calculate the return on investment (ROI) that you’re expecting. Sometimes that’s a financial return, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re hiring a service provider, renting more office space, or adding new employees, getting clear on your expected ROI is a powerful tool.   ...

I believe that websites are important for all businesses. While it may not be your primary marketing or sales tool, a good (or bad) website creates an immediate impression of your brand as well as your credibility, expertise, personal style, and use of technology. In the constantly-evolving digital age, it’s something we all need to be looking at and updating every single year – both in terms of aesthetics, functionality, and conversions. I’m redoing my website right now for these very...

Do you struggle with making decisions? Whether you stress about decisions big or small, if you find yourself getting stuck in your head and overthinking a situation, this episode is for you! I’ll walk you through six questions to ask yourself to help you move past analysis paralysis so that you can make a smart, confident decision.   Here’s what I’m sharing in this episode:   How analysis paralysis can hold you back and why it's so important to be honest about whether you’re...

Have you ever wished you could take extended time off to unplug or figure out what you want to do next with your life? Today’s guest is Zohra Tejani and she did just that. After 14 years at Microsoft and more than 2 years as Assistant General Counsel at VMware, Zohra made the bold decision to take time off to reconsider what she really wanted. You’ll hear the about doubts and fears that Zohra faced and moved through during this process as well as the realizations that she uncovered. If...

Whether you’re a solopreneur, company, or organization, a podcast can be a great way to share your expertise, market your services, and deliver value to others. It’s one of the most common topics I get asked about, so today I’m sharing every detail. From equipment and software to the best strategies for promotion, I’m walking you through each step. So that you don’t have to take notes, I’ve created a checklist with links to resources – you can grab your free copy at...

Today, I have two special guests. If you’re looking to make a career change (within or outside law) or you’re an associate or new partner wanting to position yourself for success, this episode is for you! What we cover in this episode: • What it’s like for a husband-wife duo to both leave their careers and start their own business • What keeps lawyers and other professionals from making successful career transitions • How to be proactive in your career to set yourself up for success while...

Do you ever get frustrated when things aren’t happening as quickly as you’d like in your career or business? You know you’ve got what it takes but you’re not getting the results you want or others seem to be doing better than you? Regardless of how much past success you’ve had or how much potential you know is possible, there might be a gap between your ability and ambition. So how do you go after big goals while being realistic about where you are now? That’s what I’m covering in today’s...

If you’ve ever struggled with developing or sticking to healthy habits, you’re going to love today’s episode with Oonagh Duncan. I met her a few years ago at a conference and fell in love with her enthusiasm and relatability. She just released her book, Healthy as F*ck, last week and it’s officially the #1 on the Bestsellers List in Canada. I can’t wait for you to hear her interview and perhaps be inspired to start taking small actions to make meaningful change in your health. As a quick...

Do you struggle with delegating? Me too! Listeners have been asking for this episode for over a year but I’ve hesitated to record it because I struggle myself. I’ve done a lot of work around it lately and feel as though I’m finally making progress, so I’m sharing my journey and lessons learned. Here’s what I’m sharing in this episode: • I’m getting real and sharing the reasons why I am not good at delegating • Why you can’t grow if you believe the story that only you can do it • My...

Regardless of how much money you make, you might have some limiting beliefs and blocks around it. Whether it’s negotiating your salary, charging higher prices, asking for business, or investing in yourself, your beliefs about money and self-worth can have a huge impact on achieving your goals and the life you say you want. Money is power and I want you to have more of both so let’s dig in. Here’s what I’m sharing in this episode: • How and when I first realized that I had money blocks •...

Today’s bonus interview is with Dr. Yashika Dooley. She’s a mom, full-time OB/GYN, and host of the podcast Fierce Freedom Awaits. In this special bonus episode, we’re exploring how to level up and go after what is on your heart.   In this bonus episode, we’re covering: Why Yashika decided to join a mastermind and how it helped her get outside her comfort zone  How participating in a mastermind with women outside of medicine helped her realize how small she was really playing  ...

Too much to do and not enough time? Then you’re going to love today’s interview with productivity coach, Mridu Parikh. She’s sharing her top tips on how to get more focused and improve your organization skills. Here’s what we discuss in this episode: • Mridu’s journey and how her career evolved from professional organizer to productivity coach • The most common time management issues that Mridu sees over and over again with her clients • Strategies for setting boundaries, including with...