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“The human capacity for burden is like bamboo- far more flexible than you’d ever believe at first glance.” ― Jodi Picoult. I am a visual learner, and this quote hit home for me.  I know that if I do not remain healthy in my mind, body, and spirit, I will never be able to attain the lofty goals I have set for myself and my business.  I also know that what may work for me won’t work for you and vice versa.  In my business, I customize every solution for the client or prospect in front of me. Customization in all aspects of life and business is also necessary when we explore ways to improve our health. Today, we will discuss how to unlock the keys to becoming the best version of yourself, one step at a time.     YouTube: https://youtu.be/zh0S0C16FHg   About DL Walker: DL is an educator, healer, and diagnostic detective with over 35 years of healthcare expertise. Her formal education includes Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, and Cardiac Rehabilitation degrees. Post-professionally, she has earned advanced certi

“I think every working mom probably feels the same thing:  You go through big chunks of time where you’re just thinking, this is impossible – oh, this is impossible.  And then you keep going and going, and you sort of do the impossible” – Tina Fey As a working mom and business owner for my kids' entire lives, juggling my professional and personal life is always a challenge and something to be mindful of. After I had my kids and immediately went back to work, I had no idea the guilt and overwhelm that was possible. There is no way to prepare for the child's schedule and your schedule. It can be challenging, but it is doable with the right team.  In today’s episode, we will discuss the importance of adjusting your mindset for exercise during pregnancy & postpartum and adjusting to the "mom" lifestyle & demands.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/D4hTpQEpm_c   About Jordan Searles: During her pregnancy, Jordan felt lost trying to figure out how to continue exercising while also keeping her body and baby safe. 

“The victim mindset dilutes the human potential. By not accepting personal responsibility for our circumstances, we greatly reduce our power to change them.” – Steve Maraboli . I all too often hear my clients say things like, “I have no choice with X situation, so I just put my head down and keep working.” This always makes me pause because I have learned that we always have a choice, yet sometimes it may feel like we are victims of our circumstances or situations.  The choices before us may not be easy to see, understand, or navigate, but there is always a choice because we are in control of our own lives, businesses, or careers.  My guest this week is back for a second time, and we are going to explore the notion of how to move from victim to victor.   YouTube: https://youtu.be/nHTMk5ze3vo   About David Neagle:   David is a speaker, best-selling author, founder of the multimillion-dollar global consulting company Life Is Now, Inc., and host of the Business Daily News-ranked podcast The Successful Mind.  Bei

“Success is never a straight line, and it will never be. Part of achieving that goal are the hardships along the way.  When it gets difficult, it is often right before you succeed.” – Chris Darrett   Lately, I have heard many of my clients share that they feel overwhelmed by their daily tasks. The workload due to organizational changes is such that everything feels like a priority, and the working hours go from 40 to 50 or 60 hours per week.  They are asking for help to fit everything in and for their efforts to make a difference for their teams and organizations and personal growth.  My guest and I will dig into being overwhelmed and burnt out and discuss real strategies to help you move from surviving to thriving.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/LANoAhf5puc   About Jennifer Keable:   Jennifer is a proficient and passionate Stress Management & Well-Being Strategist & Coach. Jennifer specializes in equipping and empowering individuals and employee teams to overcome burnout, build resilience, and enhance

“Balance is not better time management, but better boundary management.  Balance means making choices and enjoying those choices.” – Betsy Jacobson. Lately, many people in their 30s have asked me how I was able to start a business, raise my two boys (who played travel hockey from the age of 5), and maintain a marriage for 32 years.  The short answer is that I just put one foot in front of the other. Truly, there was no master's plan when I was in my 30s, knowing how to create a wonderful business and life.  I’ve learned to set clear boundaries with every choice, but that has come over time.  This is why I chose this quote for today. It always boils down to boundaries and choices. We are the only ones who can control our future, so setting clear boundaries that you can live with is crucial.     YouTube: https://youtu.be/sM-9AhQtKcA   About Connie Whitman: Known for her high-energy, passionate, heart-centered, and enthusiastic approach to sales, teaching, and coaching, Connie Whitman has been the CEO of Changin

“When you begin to talk in stories, your black-and-white words turn into color.  Your drab requests turn into a mission.  People find you to be more compelling.  And once that happens, others will see that stories work, and they’ll start telling stories, too.”  – Annette Simmons   YouTube: https://youtu.be/2afTeYmOg8Q    Check Out These Highlights:    As a multisensory learner, I learn much easier when I can see, hear, and try out new skills. Throughout my career and business, I have used stories to help people remember a new skill I am teaching and to help them craft compelling stories that light the path to sales success. The human brain is so interesting, and stories are a wonderful tool if used properly.    In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection of storytelling and sales and how the Storybrand framework can be a game-changer for businesses aiming to boost their sales success. Get ready to transform your approach to sales by harnessing Storybrand's storytelling magic.    About Amy Singleton:

“Decide which direction you are going in and take action. One decision at a time, one moment at a time.” — Akiroq Brost. I chose this quote today because you have heard me end my podcast episodes with the notion that learning new information is a beautiful thing. Doing nothing with that new knowledge and not taking action is a choice you and I get to make every day.     It's not uncommon to hear of people who strongly desire to change their lives, seek knowledge, and then do nothing with the information they've learned. I know I am an action-taker.  Are you an action taker to create the change you are seeking?    Today, I will discuss WHY we sabotage the change we’re seeking with my guest so that we can be aware of how it happens. Hopefully, this will help us keep moving forward.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/UPePGHnhCmI   About David Neagl:  David is a speaker, best-selling author, founder of the multimillion-dollar global consulting company Life Is Now, Inc., and host of the Business Daily News-ranked podcas

“Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind, and spirit. When one is free from physical disabilities and mental distractions, the gates of the soul open.” - B.K.S. Iyengar. I have changed many habits over the past 20 years, where I practice mind, body, and spirit daily so I and my business can thrive. It took me a long time to consider self-care a necessity, not a luxury.  Initially, I thought taking time for myself was selfish, and I felt like I was letting all the people around me, including my family, down.      We are all works in progress.  We must keep reiterating to build our best habits and sustain a healthy, happy, long life.   YouTube: https://youtu.be/LfRANjgMcJA   About Dr. Greg Hammer:  Dr. Hammer’s book, GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals, focuses on the four pillars of Dr. Hammer’s meditation methodology: Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention, and Non-Judgment to promote overall well-being and harmony between the mind and body.     Dr. Hammer has est

“Music touches us emotionally, where words alone can't.” – Johnny Depp. Growing up, my older siblings took piano lessons.  I wanted nothing to do with it.  I wanted to go outside with my friends, run, play ball, ride my bike, jump off the swing set in our backyard, and just be free to play.    Today, there are so many benefits for children's brain development that music can tap into and help children learn quicker just by understanding that music can be learned like a native language.  I want to repeat that - Music can be learned like a native language.  Are you intrigued?   YouTube: https://youtu.be/1JdgimPVu1g   About Chris Salter:   Chris has a deep background in linguistics and music and has studied potential crossovers for decades. In 2001, Chris created the original Piano Wizard company and concept and launched products in 2005. 2008 hit, and most of the company's deals collapsed, forcing them to retrench, barely surviving. Chris then launched a home school educational version (www.PianoWizardAcademy.co

“Video marketing solidifies your online presence while building deep and meaningful relationships with your customers. It adds a personal touch to your brand while increasing your conversions!” - Lisa Lubin   A few years ago, the owner of WebTalkRadio, Mary Lou Davidson, was coaching me on becoming a better host and making my podcast interesting, fun, and engaging.  Then, one day, she told me, “You need to start recording your show using video.”  I couldn’t hear anything after that, as if in a time warp.  In my mind, I was thinking, “Did she tell me I need to record the show using video?  So people could see me! That’s crazy and not happening.” After a few minutes of her sharing the benefits of video, I buckled and embraced her recommendations.  That was about three years ago.  That is the best advice ever!    I have become so comfortable on video that being on Zoom was like breathing when COVID hit.  I created a digital class, and yes, you guessed it, I use short videos to teach the content of our weekly gro

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Jason Reynolds, “Be not afraid of discomfort. If you can’t put yourself in a situation where you are uncomfortable, then you will never grow.  You will never change.  You’ll never learn.”    It's crazy to think that growth happens at the edge of your comfort zone.  Stretching is like a rubber band is the only way to do more, with less effort and better results.  So, without change, results will never happen.  To me, that is a scary thought.  So, if we don’t embrace change and are uncomfortable, we stagnate and live a life by default, not a life we have chosen.  I think this is one of the reasons I love hosting this show.  My guests and I get to discuss ways for all of us to grow and change, hopefully with a little bit of ease and grace.    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/C2PnmCYdElU    Today's Guest Jefferson K. Rogers: Jefferson is the founder and CEO of JKR Windows. In its first five years, the company has exceeded $45 million in revenue and is approaching one hu

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Brian Dive, “Accountability is a statement of personal promise, both to yourself and to the people around you, to deliver specific defined results." I am an action-taker.  I don’t know how to be any other way.  Sometimes I feel it is a blessing, and other times, a curse…lol!    At the end of the day, having accountability metrics in place truly holds us accountable to ourselves and those who depend on us.  So, this quote hit home for me.  In my travels and training at companies around the country, it is easy to see those that hold themselves accountable and those that don’t. those not accountable seem to blame everyone or circumstances outside of themselves quickly.  Accountability is an inside game, so deflecting is just an excuse not to do something.    So, during today's show, we will discuss how to Retrofit yourself, your relationships, teams, and organizations by playing The Integrity Game®!    YouTube: https://youtu.be/mCfWazpoyvo   About Jeffrey Klubeck:  J

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Bob Lord, “The great thing about AI is that it can predict and learn in real time what the audience will be receptive to...[so we can] create a great value exchange between the brand and consumer in ways we couldn’t do before.”   YouTube: https://youtu.be/KLv9H0Gq3ho   Check Out These Highlights:     When I started my career, we were analog.  The internet had just been introduced to the world, and understanding it, if you could afford a computer, had a steep learning curve because it seemed like an alien invention.    Today's topic interests me as a person in business for over 23 years, constantly learning how to leverage the digital world and, more importantly, the new wave of AI in business and marketing.  My guest and I will dig in, and he will provide insights on how businesses can leverage data, new technologies, and strategic approaches to drive tangible results.    About Reggie James: Reggie is a distinguished marketing and digital strategy expert renowned

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Og Mandino, “Always do your best. What you plant now, you will harvest later."  Sometimes, when people are viewed as successful or become famous and are in the spotlight, I’ve heard people say, “They are an overnight success.”  I don’t believe anyone is an overnight success.  If we look back on their journey or path, it took possible years to become what’s observed as an overnight success.     That’s why I chose this quote for today.  I believe we always have to show up and do our best because you never know who you are speaking with today, which may be your next big client, promotion, or job offer tomorrow.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/zKe0a0oypRU   About Juliet Clark:  Juliet is an eight-time author, speaker, and elite podcaster who has spent the last twenty years helping authors, coaches, speakers, and small businesses worldwide build expert audiences. She started as a mystery novelist and is best known for her books Gypsy, Granny Heist, Dead by Dawn, and Pitch

My motivational quote for today is by – Publilus Syrus, “You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force.” Through my 40 years in sales and business, I've learned that putting people first is kind and profitable. I’ve created the environment people need so they can thrive with the great side effect of improving the bottom line.  It’s funny that throughout my sales career in the financial services industry, kindness has never been a word I would use to describe the leaders I have worked for.  Sad but true. Another word I use for kindness is respect.  And most of you know my motto for developing quality selling skills is to do so through love, care, and respect.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/mWdhRwwR9DI   About Christy Pretzinger:   Christy has always intentionally built her business based on a culture of kindness. That approach has proven good for people — and the bottom line.    Over time, Christy discovered her true calling: to create a workplace that nurtures personal and professional growth and help

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Dwight D. Eisenhower, “The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionable integrity.” Throughout my career and business, I have dealt with amazing leaders and those who left me feeling bad for their employees.  Leadership isn’t about titles but the vision and strength to lead their teams to greatness.  It’s the idea of a win/win/win philosophy.     The leader wins because his team exceeds goals, the company wins since they are more efficient and usually generate more revenue, and the employee wins because they have a career they can be proud of and are motivated to show up in a big way.  So, what holds leaders back from their greatness   YouTube: https://youtu.be/31zF4cMM6Vc   About Glenn Akramoff:   Glenn is the visionary founder and CEO of Akramoff LLC, a leading expert in rehabilitating and revitalizing municipal government workplaces. With a career spanning over three decades, Glenn's journey from seasonal maintenance to City Manager has been a testament to

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Catherine Ponder, “What you notice, give attention to, talk about, get all worked up over emotionally is what you are inviting into your life, whether you mean to or not. ”WOW!  This quote struck me.  It made me pause and think about why choosing the right mindset every day is critical for us to live a life of passion and emotions that help us navigate and fame our life from a place of choice, not a life by default.   YouTube: https://youtu.be/VA4nYs-FIEs   About Jennifer Keable:  Jennifer helps her client see how they navigate obstacles; the quality of self-talk that endues after a perceived failure affects all areas of their life and their ability to show up in their most powerful form. The reality is you are human. You will show up with a different energy and motivation level every day.  Jennifer guides exhausted corporate men and women to reclaim their calm. Discover inner well-being and find deep-rooted happiness.   How to Get In Touch With Jennifer Keable: E

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Melodie Beatty, “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity…. It turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events.” I love this quote because it reminds me that life is about perspective.     Do you remember the artist Bob Ross?  He would say that every mistake he made was a happy accident because, by the end of the show's episode, it helped him create the beautiful painting we all witnessed come to life.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/eEnlSdXeeQg   About Dr. Greg Hammer:   Dr. Hammer’s book, GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals, focuses on the four pillars of Dr. Hammer’s meditation methodology: Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention, and Non-Judgment to promote overall well-being and harmony between the mind and body.    Dr. Hammer has established hims

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Bill Hybels  “We all have strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots.  In fact, an average person has 3.4 blind spots.” Recently, I spoke with my brother-in-law, and I shared that as I age, I feel like I know less and less and have more blind spots.  I asked him if he thought becoming less intelligent over time was possible.  We both laughed and decided that with age comes wisdom, which allows us to see that we have many blind spots, and by being curious, we can uncover and shine a light on those blind spots to continue to learn and grow.  My final thought is that I must have a ton of wisdom because I feel like I know less and less daily…lol.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/a1sb41By3LM   About David Neagle: David is a speaker, best-selling author, founder of the multimillion-dollar global consulting company Life Is Now, Inc., and host of the Business Daily News ranked podcast - The Successful Mind. Being in the personal and professional development industry for more than

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Gavin de Becker, “Intuition is always right in at least two important ways. It is always in response to something.  It always has your best interest at heart." This notion of intuition leading our career and business intrigues me.  I’ve seen it at work in my career and business over the past 40 years, and every time it happens, I am surprised and, at the same time, in awe of the experience.  I can tell you it never gets old!     Join my guest as an intuitive revenue strategist, and I will discuss how psychic intuition can give your business a competitive edge. Discover real-world examples and ethical considerations in this game-changing approach to business strategy.   YouTube:   About Bethany Londyn:  Bethany empowers businesses and leaders with psychic insights for rapid, plateau-breaking growth in 3 months or better.    An internationally recognized intuitive healer, she specializes in elevating consciousness and shattering financial and well-being limits. Bet