Today's guest is Linda Perry, and her story of transitioning from a high-powered legal career to following her true calling is both inspiring and refreshingly real. Spoiler alert: self discovery ain't all sunshine and rainbows, but that's kind of the whole point. We rapped about recognizing our ingrained thought patterns and why mindset work is never really done. Grab a glass of wine (or three) and get ready for a conversation that'll leave you pumped to kick some serious ass.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• The surprising reason new habits and routines might not be sticking (hint: how you're thinking about them makes a huge difference)...
  
  
• Spoiler alert: much like house and car maintenance, mindset isn't a "one and done" fix. Linda has some insights on how to make it part of your regular practice...
  
  
• Talking to myself is... normal? Linda and I have a fascinating conversation about casually chatting with the voices in our heads (it's probably not what you're thinking)...
  
  
• Saber-toothed tigers vs. cyber-toothed tigers: Linda breaks down her simple mindset shift for combatting fear when it's got you paralyzed in place...
  
  
• The worst question you can ask yourself if you want to solve problems (and what to ask instead in order to actually fix things)...

Linda's bio:

Linda Perry is a mindset coach & business strategist who works with individuals, business owners and their teams become more self-driven and move toward 7-figure success. So many people get stuck on a plateau and don’t know how to move forward, Linda uses a mindset first approach to support individuals and teams to tap into their core motivations, strengths and frees them from their blocks so they can soar past 7 figures.

She is also a recovering attorney & copywriter and uses her skills of persuasion to show business owners how to make the impact they desire. Linda works with clients through her private coaching, group courses and workshops. She is also the lead business instructor at Levin Life Coach Academy where she teaches new coaches how to build a thriving coaching practice.

Links and resources:

• Linda on Insta
• Linda on LinkedIn
• Free download: Top 3 Blocks Keeping you from Getting to 6 Figures
• Spiritual Divorce by Debbie Ford

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Strange question, but hear me out: ever feel lonely on this entrepreneurial journey? I think you're going to love today's episode with human connection expert, Unni Turrettini. She's got some surprising and insightful takes one why this whole biz-building thing can be so freaking hard. If you feel like you're floundering and can't share your struggles for fear of looking weak... this one's for you.

Can't-miss moments:

• "Nobody wants to talk about loneliness..." the blunt (and frankly wrong) feedback Unni got from the first few events she spoke at, and what kept her motivated to keep speaking...
  
  
• Angie rant alert: kicking off the show inside the first ten minutes with a rant about comparing pain and telling people they don't get to complain (my take might actually surprise you)
  
  
• Let's set this unspoken fear on fire: "If I'm feeling lonely and I'm struggling, then it means I failed." Unni has a powerful message that will help you reframe your relationship with loneliness, power, and business...
  
  
• Unni's badass advice on how to shut down that inner critic telling you 'who do you think you are?' - a must-hear for anyone wanting to stop playing small...
  
  
• STOP STEALING OTHER PEOPLE'S JOY (you have to listen to get it - and start asking for help, too!)

Unni's bio:

Norwegian-born Unni Turrettini helps leaders, executives, and high achievers become better humans. Unni works with organizations to create a culture of connection and belonging so they can retain talent, reduce sick leave, improve morale and productivity, and inspire innovation.

Unni is the award-winning and best-selling author of The Mystery of the Lone Wolf Killer (about the make-up of mass shooters, lack of belonging, and loneliness) and Betraying the Nobel, which focuses on restoring trust in the leadership of the Nobel Peace Prize and other institutions globally. She worked in law and finance for almost a decade before becoming a full time speaker and trainer. Unni has law degrees from Norway, France, and the United States, and is a member of the New York Bar.

She also works 1:1 with people who want to reconnect with themselves and the world around them, so they can own their achievements, prepare for the next phase, and leave a legacy with their work and contributions.

Resources and links:

• Unni's website
• Unni's TEDx talk
• Unni on Insta
• Unni on LinkedIn
• Unni's free guided meditation
• Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl

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If I could sum this episode up, I'd tell you to let go of expectations and embrace experimentation. Fortunately, this episode with the incredible Cara Steinmann cannot be easily compartmentalized. Join us for an ADHD rabbit hole about energy management, recreating a job you hate (cleverly disguised as your business), trying to be what people expect, and more. If you've ever struggled with finding yourself or your "thing" in business, this one's for you.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Starting off strong with a good ol' fashioned Angie rant: YOU ARE NOT YOUR MONEY. YOU ARE NOT WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR PEOPLE. You are worthy and awesome because you ARE, not because you DO.
  
  
• Cara's "oh shit" moment that led her to burn down her business and start from scratch at 40 (and how to recognize if you're on the same path)...
  
  
• One of my favorite show quotes ever comes courtesy of Cara: “Maybe I can just do whatever the fuck I want on those days…”
  
  
• Choosing between rest and the to-do list: how Cara and I discovered our non-negotiables and developed the confidence to stick to them (even when it might disappoint clients and customers)...
  
  
• What I did when I discovered a competitor had basically the exact same offer to the one I'd been secretly building for almost a year (my reaction might surprise you)...

Cara's bio:

Cara Steinmann helps women entrepreneurs build relationships that lead to more collaboration, visibility, and fun. Founder of the Ravel Collective and host of the Ravel Radio podcast, Cara inspires women to forge meaningful connections that positively impact their personal and professional lives.

She believes the collective power of women is the key to dismantling systems of oppression and has made it her mission to remove the obstacles that keep women separate, so they can build more wealth and amplify their impact together.

Resources and links:

• The Ravel Collective
• Cara's website
• Cara on LinkedIn
• Cara on Insta

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We started with a "podcast telenovela" and it only got more philosophical (and eye opening) from there. Today's guest is Jana Bartlett Alonso, and our convo will make you rethink everything you know about success, happiness, and personal growth. Fair warning: this convo might just flip your world upside down in the best way possible.

Quick content warning - we cover death/dying and abusive relationships in this one. Our approach includes positivity and hope, but I want you to make sure you're OK first and foremost.

Can't-miss moments:

• My favorite quotes: “My family cracked open and the secrets started pouring out,” and “She had to learn how to die, and I had to learn how to live.”
  
  
• How is it that we can simultaneously feel like there's all the time in the world, and we're so far behind our peers? Jana reveals why this kind of duality thinking is actually an entrepreneurial superpower...
  
  
• Are you operating your business (and life) like a vending machine? If "insert coin, receive happiness" isn't working for you, maybe give Jana's idea a try...
  
  
• Trolls be trolling: Jana and I share our experiences with being in the spotlight and having the haters come for you with a vengeance (plus our tips for letting it all roll off you)...
  
  
• Spoiler alert: not only does nobody care about your illusion of perfection... who actually starts a story with "So I woke up and it was a really great day!"? Jana explains why embracing the suck will make you a better person and entrepreneur...

Jana's bio:

Jana (HAH-nah) Alonso is a renowned integrative healer and business growth strategist with a deep commitment to helping individuals achieve high levels of wealth, joy, love, impact, and growth. As the founder of The School of Integrative Healing, Jana has developed a powerful system of healing that combines multiple modalities and dimensions to provide transformative experiences for her clients. Jana went from making €400 a month, to making her first million using a combination of the practical strategies she teaches, but more than anything the inner work.

Jana takes a unique approach to business growth, recognizing that success demands a holistic understanding of our multidimensional nature. She believes that thriving in business involves not only addressing the physical and practical aspects but also our emotional and mental patterns, our soul connection, and energetic mastery. In her role as a trauma healing expert, Jana is dedicated to assisting individuals in healing from past traumas, as she considers trauma healing an essential component of the integrative healing process. Her ultimate goal is to support clients in attaining emotional and physical well-being helping them reach their full potential.

Resources and links:

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Alex Pursglove just blew my mind with her take on living life with ecstasy and radical trust. We're digging into the struggle of high-achieving women (been there, done that) and how to break free from the "never enough" mindset. Alex shares some serious insight on embracing who you are right now (not who you think you should be).

Can't-miss moments:

• The unexpected connection between ecstasy and... business success? Alex's definition will make you rethink everything...
  
  
• A gut-punch reality check about external validation and why it's probably screwing you over right now
  
  
• Constantly looking for ways to improve but still struggling? You might have crossed into the "dark side of the high achiever" (this one certainly hit close to home)...
  
  
• Alex's jaw-dropping story about following her intuition that led to a healing moment with her dad... just weeks before he passed away
  
  
• The simple mindset shift that helped one of Alex's clients increase revenue by 70% in under a year (and it's not what you think)

Alex's bio:

Alex Pursglove guides women in becoming fully expressed and cultivating radical trust to elevate business growth, while living with more ecstasy in daily life. As a master coach, Alex has helped hundreds of women across the world with accelerating in business, and more importantly, learning how to accept and love their most authentic selves. She is a speaker and contributor to Authority Magazine, the host of the Igniting Ecstasy in Business podcast, and she has been featured on the SPEAK stage in New York as well as in Brainz Media and Swaay. She lives in Austin with her beloved husband, Adam, and their daughter, Stella Love.

Resources and links:

• Alex's book: Radical Trust
• Alex's website
• Alex on Insta
• Alex on LinkedIn
• Alex on FB

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This episode with Dusti Arab was a wild ride through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. We dove into the messy reality of building a business when you're not from a privileged background, and holy shit, does it get good. From stumbling into copywriting to rubbing elbows with celebs, Dusti's journey is a masterclass in saying "fuck it" and figuring it out as you go. If you've ever felt like an imposter in the business world, this conversation will make you feel right at home.

Can't-miss moments:

• Spoiler alert: there are no straight lines in entrepreneurship. So why do we keep bashing our heads and breaking our own hearts when things don't go as planned?
  
  
• Dusti's surprise encounter with Elon Musk's ex-wife and the culture shock that followed (and this will inspire you to confidently hold your own even when you feel out of your depth)...
  
  
• Is there an "intermediate" step between "I don't belong here" and "I totally belong here"? Dusti and I weigh in on making big leaps, especially when you don't have the experience or context...
  
  
• Falling apart or falling together? Dusti's "52 dates in 52 weeks" experiment, and the unexpected way she met her husband (talk about a plot twist!)...
  
  
• What if, and hear me out, ending a relationship didn't always have to be a terrible, traumatic experience? Dusti and I rant on breaking things off while things are going great (and why it works so well for ADHDers)...

Dusti's bio:

Dusti Arab is a fractional CMO and the founder of the reinvention co, a marketing consultancy specializing in working with personality-driven companies with small teams. Intense, fun, and relentlessly practical, Dusti understands the lives of small business owners are deeply intertwined with their businesses, and if their marketing is going to be sustainable, it can’t get in the way of why they do what they do. (And honestly? It should be fun so they actually want to do it.) She is the host of Referral Worthy, a podcast for small business owners ready to go from “best kept secret” to the go-to name in their niche.

Resources and links:

• Dusti’s Website

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I just had the most incredible chat with Julie Lilliston, a PR powerhouse who's been kicking ass and taking names for 10 years in her own communications firm. We dove deep into the world of publicity, storytelling, and the head-trash that keeps us from shouting our awesomeness from the rooftops. Julie dropped some serious knowledge bombs about building relationships, finding your niche, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is just ask for help. Trust me, you're gonna want to grab a notebook for this one.

Can't-miss moments:

• The "ick factor" that'll make potential clients run for the hills. Are you guilty of this?
  
  
• So you finally worked up the courage to submit a pitch and *crickets*? Julie's got some mic-drop advice on handling media silence...
  
  
• The unexpected way Julie found her niche (and where to look if you've been struggling to find yours)...
  
  
• Collaborators vs competitors: Julie and I share some STRONG opinions on where to focus your energy for faster growth...
  
  
• The two magic words Julie swears will make your pitch irresistible to any media outlet...

Julie's bio:

Julie Lilliston is Founder & President, Julie Lilliston Communications, an award-winning nationally certified woman-owned public relations firm in Nashville that helps businesses enhance their reputation, build their brand and grow market share.

Julie Lilliston Communications ranks as a “Top 15 Public Relations Agencies in Nashville” by Up City. She is a member of PRSA’s Counselors Academy and served on the board NAWBO, Nashville Chapter as Past President. Julie is a recipient of the Nashville Business Journal’s Women of Influence Awards and an ATHENA Award nominee. She serves on the Women’s Enterprise Forum with WBENC as a member of the Forum Leadership Team and 1st Vice Chair of the Marketing Team.

Julie is an alumni of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. She serves on the board of directors of Citizens Savings Bank and Trust Company, the nation’s oldest continuously operating African American owned bank. She received the Enterprising Women of the Year Champions Award in 2022. She was nominated as 2023 Supplier of the Year Class I by WBEC South. Julie has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from The College of Wooster in Ohio.

Resources and links:

• Julie's website
• Julie's Reputation Builder
• Julie on Insta
• Julie on LinkedIn

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Today I'm joined by Chris M. King, the self-proclaimed "Executive Witch Doctor." We swapped stories about building businesses from the ground up (or in our cases, from our car trunks) and dove into the nitty-gritty of what it really takes to succeed. Chris shared some fascinating insights on the psychology and science behind success that had me questioning everything I thought I knew. If you've ever felt like you're faking it in your business or struggling to turn your big dreams into reality, this one is for you.

Can't-miss moments:

• The surprising reason Chris chose to build a business out of his car trunk instead of taking a stable job (and what it means for you and your goals)...
  
  
• Why "fake it till you make it" might be doing more harm than good (and what Chris and I recommend instead)...
  
  
• Contrarian advice: don't talk about your dreams. Chris reveals unexpected downside of talking about your goals, and how it could be sabotaging your success without you even realizing it...
  
  
• Do you have what Chris calls, "Loose Tooth Syndrome?" He breaks down how and why you might be stuck in a cycle of "wanting" instead of "having"...
  
  
• Chris's personal triangle of success that he claims guarantees he can't fail (and how you can apply it to your own business)...

Chris's bio:

Chris M. King's life is a testament to resilience and transformation. Despite a tumultuous childhood marked by grief, rage, abuse, and addiction, he defied the odds. Overcoming a prolonged academic journey, Chris transitioned from an unfinished undergrad to an NCAA hockey player within just a year of learning to skate. His path included two failed marriages, struggles with mental illness, and a shift from a lucrative career to becoming a poverty-stricken radio personality.

Navigating unconventional career shifts, including marketing a neuroscience institute and a tech role that led to dismissal, Chris faced unemployment. Choosing an audacious path, he built a successful company from his car trunk, making a significant impact on the real estate industry.

Termed a "witch doctor" or "irritated Buddha" Chris is the author of "Renegotiate Your Existence: Unlock Your Impossible Life." Drawing on spiritual psychology and insights from diverse luminaries, he facilitates transformative expeditions for individuals and organizations, pushing them beyond perceived limits to achieve the seemingly impossible.

Resources and links:

• Chris's site
• Chris on Insta
• Chris on YouTube
• Chris on X
• Chris on TikTok

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