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In this inspiring episode from the archives, Louise and Kim sit down with the remarkable Aunia Khan, CEO of Rise Visible. Aunia opens up about her extraordinary journey from battling chronic illness to becoming a top-tier digital marketer, artist, and entrepreneur. This conversation dives deep into the complexities of motivation, self-identity, and the power of resilience in the face of life's challenges.

"Achievement is not my identity." - Aunia Khan

Episode Highlights:

• Aunia's Journey: From dental assistant to CEO of Rise Visible, and how unexpected life events shaped her career path.
• Overcoming Adversity: Aunia shares her experience of being bedridden for 11.5 years and how it influenced her perspective on life and work.
• Motivation and Action: The group explores the chicken-and-egg relationship between motivation and action.
• Neurodiversity and Motivation: Aunia discusses how being neurodivergent affects her motivation levels and work patterns.
• The "Potato Moment": Understanding and embracing periods of low motivation without self-judgment.
• Identity and Achievement: Breaking free from the notion that personal worth is tied to accomplishments.
• Self-Talk and Inner Critic: Strategies for nurturing positive self-talk and challenging the inner critic.
• Burnout and Self-Care: Recognizing the importance of rest and avoiding the glorification of burnout.
• Seeking Help: The importance of recognizing when professional help is needed for mental health and motivation issues.

Key Moments:
[00:00] Celebrating meaningful conversation amid a challenging week.

[12:18] Universe redirects paths; childhood dreams reveal destiny.

[16:34] Resilience and self-compassion in face of challenges.

[24:02] Struggling with burnout and self-nurturing amidst illness.

[32:04] Extreme motivation vs. zero motivation, impacted by neurodivergence.

[34:22] Action creates motivation, don't wait to act.

[37:52] Seek help for depression; options are available.

[43:19] Achievement is not my identity. Inspiring realization.

Connect with Aunia:

• https://auniakahn.com
• https://risevisible.com
• Social Media: @auniakahn on all platforms
• Business: @risevisible on all channels

Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.

Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

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In this episode from the archives, Kim and Louise dive into the fascinating world of blending business with playful creativity. Our guest, Jean Berry, a business game expert, shares her unique journey from corporate accounting to art school, culminating in creating innovative games that transform how entrepreneurs engage with their work. We explore the generational shifts in work dynamics and the impacts of integrating play into business. Jean also provides insights on crafting custom games to boost engagement and achieve business success. Get ready for an enlightening conversation that promises to leave you inspired and ready to bring more joy and creativity into your business endeavors.

"A task can be done seven times faster if you do it with play." - Jean Berry

Key Takeaways:

• The Power of Play in Work: Imagine transforming your daily work routine by incorporating playful and creative strategies, fostering innovative problem-solving.
• Integrating Play into Entrepreneurship: Consider how you can blend play with your business practices, ensuring that creativity and joy drive your path to success.
• Achieving Balance with Scheduled Time Off: Think about restructuring your life to achieve a balance aligned with your values.

Key Moments:
[06:23] From Accountant to Game Inventor: Solving Trust Issues Through Play
[11:57] A Healing Journey and the Path to Art School
[15:26] Discovering Artistic Inspiration and Following Your Creative Muse
[20:27] Using a Dice Game to Prioritize Your Task List Effectively
[23:20] Visibility Stretch: Balancing Personal and Professional Task Lists
[27:38] How Playful Methods Can Make Tasks More Enjoyable
[30:19] Boosting Productivity Through Play: A Strategy Most Businesses Overlook
[36:51] Creating Business Games for Engagement and Transformation
[40:18] The Process of Game Creation: From Concept to Monetization and Customization
[48:03] How Jean Successfully Takes Four Months Off Every Year

Connect with Jean
Website
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Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

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In this episode from the archives, we’re joined by financial strategist Amanda Neely, who shares her inspiring journey from small-town roots to becoming a beacon of financial empowerment. We dive right into the power of decision-making, the impact of childhood influences on our career paths, and the importance of celebrating our wins along the way. This episode is full of practical strategies for managing cognitive load and avoiding decision fatigue, helping us all find more balance in our lives. Get ready for insightful tips on slowing down, setting priorities, and tuning into your body’s signals when you’re stretched too thin.

"Just a friendly reminder... research is not decision making." - Amanda Neely

Key Takeaways:

• Discover how the mental strain of endless decisions can drain your energy and impact your productivity.
• Uncover the hidden wisdom your body holds, offering subtle signals when you're reaching decision fatigue.
• Appreciate the importance of taking intentional pauses and creating space to process decisions, leading to clearer thinking and emotional balance.
• Learn how being part of open-minded communities can provide new perspectives and guide you through moments of decision overload.
• Explore practical techniques for slowing down your decision-making, reducing stress, and feeling more empowered in your choices.

Key Moments:
[07:20] Activism and Entrepreneurship: A Coffee Shop Owner's Mission for Change
[11:21] How a Financial Planner Helped Us Achieve Stability and Growth
[16:52] The Impact of Growing Up Without Financial Literacy
[19:42] Thriving at Work but Struggling with Personal Life Planning
[21:49] Understanding How Cognitive Load Affects Decision-Making Capacity
[26:19] The Power of Slowing Down to Make Better, Aligned Decisions
[34:00] Combating Decision Fatigue: Listening to Your Body and Seeking Advice
[37:23] Pre-Decide During High Energy Periods to Avoid Decision Fatigue Later
[40:04[ Finding Agreement in Decision-Making or Knowing When Not to Proceed
[43:38] The Value of Open-Minded Communities for Fresh, Unexpected Feedback

Connect with Amanda:
Website
LinkedIn
Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast

Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.

Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

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