What a brilliant chat with Orla Fitzmaurice! We started with web design and then went down the rabbit hole... Orla's path from archaeology nerd to economics graduate to web designer is exactly the delightful meandering I live for. We dove into her take on AI - equal parts excitement and healthy skepticism - and got real about the magic that happens when you let go of perfectionism and actually collaborate with clients. If you identify as multitalented and multipassionate, this convo will show you that you CAN do it all.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Two ADHD entrepreneurs walk into a podcast: Orla breaks down how her diagnosis changed her approach to design (and how you can embrace the chaos to create something even better)...
  
  
• What in the world does archaeology have to do with web design? Orla shares the surprising link between her past interests and present work (maybe no time spent learning is ever really wasted?)...
  
  
• The great AI debate: Orla and I reveal our thoughts about AI and its impact on creative work. Is it time to embrace our new robot overlords?
  
  
• The magic of co-creation: ever heard of someone designing a whole ass website in real time, live with a client? Orla spills the beans on her unique approach and the incredible results it produces...
  
  
• Orla and I bond over our shared contempt for perfectionism (and reveal why being real and unpolished is actually a much stronger position than "perfect")...

Orla's bio:
Designer, strategist and quiet chaos merchant on an infinite quest to promote sustainable and aligned self-employment.

I believe in the unique and infinite potential of every single mind on this planet and the importance of self-determination for true creative freedom. I love to help my clients to discover and illuminate their path to sustainable and aligned self-employment to create true personal freedom.

Having worked as a freelance web designer for 20 years a web designer, I have been involved with every side of building a business from idea, design, development, startup funding, business-modeling to sales. However, as I became more successful, I found myself becoming repeatedly burnt out from the hustle side of running a small agency, constantly moving from contract to contract and struggling to find the time to provide the quality of service I had previously.

When I’m not working, daydreaming or taking care of my two monkeys under 4 – I am painting. Aimless, delicious, self-indulgent, purposeless painting.

Resources and links:

• Orla's website
• Orla on Insta
• Orla on LinkedIn
• Orla on YouTube

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Today, I had a blast from the past on the show – my friend and long-time karaoke bud, Sonya Paz. This woman is a freakin’ powerhouse, juggling more businesses than I can count on one hand. She's a professional artist, gallery owner, podcaster, and even has a candied jalapeño business. I swear, if there's a way to turn creativity into cash, Sonya's found it. All my multi-talented, multi-passionate creative folks... this one's for you.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Mic drop: what do you say when someone has the audacity to crap all over your dreams? Sonya's got a few ideas (use thiswith the naysayers in your life)...
  
  
• Surprise podcast benefits: Sonya and I break down the unexpected side of starting your own show (this is why I say sharing stories is more than just a business bandwagon move)...
  
  
• Detour down memory lane: I share one of my favorite karaoke moments from back in the day. You'll never guess which song she's a total PRO at singing...
  
  
• The mind-blowing story behind Sonya's latest podcast, "Investigated," and why it's more than "just another true crime series"...
  
  
• Why you shouldn't be afraid to reach out to people you admire – Sonya and I both have some strong feelings on this one!

Sonya's bio:

Artist Sonya Paz has created wild new direction in the Pop Art… movement through her exuberant use of color and playful forms. Sonya’s paintings and vivid images are a reflection of her true native California roots and her passion and love for life.

Her art has been exhibited at a number of venues; these include wine labels for elSol Vineyards, Effusion Gallery, PoP Gallery at the Walt Disney Resort, Pop Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico, HoyPoloi Gallery in Chicago, HayStack Gallery in Cannon Beach, as well as the Chicago O'Hare and San Jose International Airports. You may also see her work amongst several restaurants, wineries, museum shops and wineries around the country.

In 2015 Sonya started VinoPaint.com, a social painting company where she teaches people in large groups to paint and create.

Sonya has established a solid private and corporate clientele. Her works of art have been acquired by many collectors throughout the United States and can be found in collections worldwide. She owns her own art studio which is accessible by appointment in California.

Resources and links:

• Sonya's art shop
• Sonya on FB
• Sonya on Insta
• Sonya on LinkedIn
• Rockstar Mentor Site
• Investigated Podcast
• VinoPaint Site
• Sonya's Sweet & Spicy Site

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I've never spoken to a Wealth Queen before, so this episode is all kinds of awesome. We dove headfirst into the bullshit narratives we tell ourselves about success, the power of owning your journey, and why 'fuck the formula' might just be the best business advice you'll ever hear. If you've ever felt like you were stuck and drowning with no way out, this one's for you.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Ever felt like you're just blending in and following someone else's blueprint? Ozzin drops a truth bomb about finding your movement and defining success on your own terms... prepare for a splash of cold water to the face.
  
  
• Struggle with celebrating your wins? You're not alone. Ozzin shares a personal story that'll make you rethink how you clap for yourself... and might just make you wanna send your mom some flowers.
  
  
• What happens when you mix radical self-responsibility with a dash of 'fuck the formula'? Ozzin spills the tea on how this combo can skyrocket your business and change your life.
  
  
• Ever been ghosted by a client? Ozzin shares a mic-drop moment about the power of integrity and why treating your existing clients like new ones can be a game-changer.
  
  
• Ready to get real about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship? Ozzin opens up about her journey, and let me tell you, it's a hell of a ride. From six-figure cash months to questioning it all, you won't want to miss this raw and relatable chat.

Ozzin's bio:
Ozzin Jun, also known as "The Wealth Queen," is an Award-Winning Business Mentor, Keynote Speaker, and Host of the "Inspiration Science" podcast, ranked in the Top 50 Mental Health Podcasts. Featured in Forbes, Wetel TV, US Times, and over 190 other publications, Ozzin is recognized by the Royal Family in Dubai.

Ozzin is a survivor of Kidnap/Rape and overcame 6-fig debts. She took on a purpose-driven journey, achieving six figures in 8 months. With a background witnessing her family's struggle to find fulfillment, living just to survive, she infused her artistic passions into entrepreneurship, leveraging social media to create financial wealth and deepen her spirituality with God.

Ozzin influenced over 16,000 individuals in 6 years with her coaching, including Hollywood Film Directors, Billionaires, OPEC Members and CEOs, guiding them to 6-7+ figure success through social media strategies. Her mission is to cultivate BADASS leaders who lead with purpose and impact.

In her free time, she serves as a UN Peace Ambassador and Country Director Switzerland of Global Peace Chain, actively involved in projects like WarAID with Deborah International Organization.

Resources and links:

• Ozzin on LinkedIn
• Ozzin on Insta
• Ozzin on YouTube
• Ozzin's podcast

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This week, I sat down with my friend Jen Baxter, a copywriter and content strategist who's lived an incredible life. We talked about all the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, along with the importance of betting on yourself. If you've ever fantasized about running away to Bali and seeing what happens, you might wanna hit that play button NOW.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• One-way ticket to paradise: Jen's one of the few people I've met who have flown off to a tropical island with no real plan in mind. Here's what happened...
  
  
• Answering the important questions: do you still get to call yourself an entrepreneur or a freelancer if you take a job?
  
  
• SPOILER ALERT: stop treating your life and your business like you can put a coin in a machine, punch a button, and pull out happiness! Here's what to do if you find yourself following the so-called "success steps"...
  
  
• You do NOT need to change everything about who you are to build something incredible. Jen and I explore the difference between trying to fit in and understanding you belong...
  
  
• How to tell if a slick copywriter or marketer is blowing smoke up your ass (Jen and I share what to look for, how to ID red flags, and when to run screaming for the hills)...

Jen's bio:

Jen Baxter is the Copy Queen authors call when they're tired of feeling like book marketing is a necessary evil. Based in Austin, Texas (by way of San Francisco in a classic "it's not just about the job" move), she turns marketing your non-fiction book from "Ugh, do I have to?" into "Hey, this is actually kind of fun."

How? By crafting stories and strategies that not only sell books but build lasting connections with raving fans. After navigating the waters of a hybrid publishing company (a tale worthy of its own chapter), Jen now coaches best-selling and emerging authors to find their groove on platforms like Substack.

She's convinced that people still love books, a vibrant email list is key to reaching them, and the iconic British red phone boxes are due for a comeback.

Through her weekly Substack, The Skillful Scribbler, she spins life's raw material into stories that make you laugh, reflect, and occasionally snort – all while serving up actionable tips for authors to identify, attract, and grow a tribe of loyal readers ready to buy their book.

Resources and links:

• Jen's website
• The Skillful Scribbler Substack
• Jen on LinkedIn
• Jen on Insta
• Freebie: How to Substack

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This week's guest is the phenomenally talented and creative Paul Pape, who's made a name for himself as a full-time artist and self-proclaimed 'Santa Claus for nerds.' We're breaking down his journey from disillusioned theater nerd to professional prop builder, and how he accidentally-on-purpose built his creative empire.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Self-imposed summer school: what made Paul see school as a sanctuary, and how his acting attempt led to a surprising new career direction...
  
  
• Failure alert: why Paul and I are big fans of failing hard and failing often (and how you can use this to your advantage in your creative career)...
  
  
• Cease and desist: both Paul and I have received these legal orders from companies with a lot more money and power than we had. Paul's response to Nintendo's notice had me taking notes...
  
  
• Big twist: I confess to Paul that my MOST HATED class in grad school was - wait for it - Entrepreneurship. I bet you won't guess why...
  
  
• Fixing the creativity crisis: Paul shares three solid ways to bring creativity and imagination back into the workplace so your company can thrive and innovate AND keep its people happy...

Paul's bio:

Paul Pape is a seasoned artist, designer, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the creative industry. His journey began with a passion for education stemming from a need to escape an abusive childhood. Eventually, he found my way to design and fabrication, which led to the creation of thousands of personalized products for clients worldwide as well as industry giants such as Disney, Universal, Nickelodeon and more.

In recent years, he’s pivoted to empowering Creatives, Companies and Corporations, sharing his expertise and insights to help them embrace innovation, reverse the Creativity Crisis and make life and work FUN again. As a speaker, educator, and mentor, he inspires others to unleash their creative potential and find fulfillment in their personal and professional lives.

Links and resources:

• Paul's website
• Paul's design website
• Paul on LinkedIn
• Paul on FB
• Paul on Insta
• Paul on YouTube

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Today Kimberly Jarman and I are digging into neuroscience-based mindset work and biohacking for women entrepreneurs. Kimberly blew my mind with how certain neurochemicals and hormones affect our thoughts, actions, and ultimately, our success. But it wasn't all science talk - we got real about imposter syndrome, the pressures of entrepreneurship, and why doing what you're "supposed to" often leads to disappointment.

Can't-miss moments:

• Have you ever noticed that coaches tend to coach people on the things they need the most help with? Kimberly and I get real about our space...
  
  
• Ever wonder why therapy didn't "fix" you? Kimberly's take on why the mental health system is broken will make you rethink everything...
  
  
• The shocking statistic about female entrepreneurs and autoimmune diagnoses that'll make you want to reassess your hustle mentality...
  
  
• SPOILER ALERT: you're not automatically a great coach because you got a shit ton of certifications and credentials. Here's what REALLY matters...
  
  
• Context-free quote of the pod: "we're just meat computers driving skeleton suits, getting bogged down and overloaded by background programs"

Kimberly's bio:

Kimberly Jarman is a Mental Performance Coach on a mission to empower women to break free from self-imposed rules and step into their full potential. She helps her clients go after the promotion, launch the business, build generational wealth, quit the 9-5, whatever that thing is that is pulling on them telling them “I am meant for more…”

Armed with a Master's degree in Counseling, Kimberly specializes in human potential from a unique perspective that integrates mindset, neuroscience, and biochemistry. Her holistic approach leverages the mind-body connection, biohacking techniques, and a powerful mindset to propel her clients toward achieving their goals faster, feeling better, and ultimately living life on their terms.

As a dedicated Mental Performance Coach, Kimberly is driven by a profound mission: to guide women in overcoming obstacles and embracing their limitless potential. Her dream is to witness more women occupying the top percentile, recognizing the transformative impact they can have as true world changers.

Kimberly envisions a future where women confidently lead and leave an indelible mark on the world.

Resources and links:

• Email: Info@kimberlyjarmancoaching.com
• Kimberly's website
• Kimberly on TikTok
• Kimberly on IG
• Book a connection call with Kimberly
• Kimberly's podcast

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From building a game-changing education tech company to finding purpose after selling it, Jarrod Morgan's entrepreneurial journey is the kind of rollercoaster that'll make your head spin... in the best way possible. Today we're talking about a little bit of everything - including the highs, lows, and 'oh crap' moments that come with being a serial entrepreneur (and how to use that chaos to your advantage).

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Kicking things off strong with a heartfelt apology from Jarrod, the self-proclaimed "World's Biggest School Narc"
  
  
• Why selling his business for a lot of money (after a lot of work!) was only great for about the first 90 days...
  
  
• The mind-blowing way Jarrod used ChatGPT to save his mom's life (this one's probably gonna annoy all the "AI is the devil" haters)...
  
  
• How (and more importantly, WHEN) to "fake it until you make it" without outright lying, even if you're brand new...
  
  
• The interesting commonality Jarrod and I see among the world's most successful entrepreneurs (just reading this bullet and clicking to listen might show you have the same trait!)...

Jarrod's bio:

Jarrod Morgan has been a successful entrepreneur for over 18 years, most notably as the founder of ProctorU, the largest online proctoring company in the world valued at over half a billion dollars.

Jarrod is an inspiring leader, award-winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and podcast host. Jarrod founded ProctorU in 2008, and in 2020 led the company through its merger and evolution into Meazure Learning. He has appeared on PBS and the Today Show, and has been covered by the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, and Fast Company Magazine. He studied computer science at the University of Florida, is a four-time Gator 100 winner, and was named one of 20 people to lead Birmingham for the next 20 years by BHM Biz Magazine.

Jarrod now owns a hot rod shop with his family in Alabama, a home improvement startup, and hosts the Slow Smoked Business Podcast from his backyard bbq. He is married to Amanda Morgan and loves being a dad to his three daughters.

Links and resources:

• Slow Smoked Business (SSB) on Apple Podcasts
• SSB on Insta
• SSB on YouTube
• SSB on TikTok
• Book recommendation: Man's Search for Meaning

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Jean is a seasoned business woman with a knack for turning around a failing business - and she does it with serious (and unconventional) style. Today we're talking about her journey from fearing she was about to lose everything to owning a successful franchise business. As if that weren't enough, now she's reinventing herself again, and helping other women find their own second acts. If you've ever felt stuck and hopeless, this one's a serious kick in the pants... in the best possible way.

Can't-Miss Moments:

• Jean's "milk crate moment" - the rock-bottom low that forced her to pick herself up and turn her failing business around...
  
  
• How do you get yourself out of a funk when everything's going wrong? Jean and I share what got us up from our self-pitying puddles so we could get out there and kick ass...
  
  
• The surprising reason Jean sent customers directly to her competitors (there may or may not be chocolate-dipped cicadas involved)...
  
  
• A cautionary tale on using outreach attempts for easy content: what happened when Jean recognized that she was the "bitch" a prominent business owner was talking about on Facebook...
  
  
• Out of context quote featuring a full on rant courtesy of Jean: WHOLE ASS IT! (you gotta listen - it's SO good)

Jean's bio:

Jean Kuhn, is a serial entrepreneur who became self-employed on April 29, 1985, at 8:52pm, when the nurse put that first baby in her arms, and she immediately knew she wasn’t going back to a job she hated.

In 2002, Jean bought her first bankrupt franchise business, and turned it into a profitable cash generating machine in 12 months. In 2006, she bought a second bankrupt franchise business and created another cash generating machine in less than 12 months.

In both cases, Jean added $100,000 to the bottom line for each company in the first year. She did this with no list, no help or training from the franchise, and no budget for marketing. She created low cost/no cost marketing strategies that she still teaches her clients today.

Jean, has been a successful business strategist since 2006, when she started helping all types of businesses grow and scale their businesses.

Links and resources:

• Jean's website
• Free marketing strategy session with Jean
• Jean's Second Act event
• 5 Marketing Ideas download
• Marketing Outrageously by Jon Spoelstra

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