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Ep68: Knowing Yourself, Your Strategic Plan, and Your Financials with Michele Williams

When I was an interior designer, I worked with Michele for a year. She coached me through business growth, strategic thinking and planning, and general life challenges. She encouraged me to bring my full self to my businesses and see the through line through all the work I was doing. 
 
Key Takeaways
Owning and understanding the decisions made in the business is crucial for making necessary changes.
Developing a strategic plan and managing finances effectively are vital for the long-term success and sustainability of the business. Have a strategy and plan in place when transitioning from a job to starting a business
Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship requires open conversations and prioritization
Iteration and feedback are crucial for refining the business and meeting customer needs
Define your own journey as an entrepreneur and prioritize profitability and sustainability in your business.
 
Michele Williams is the dynamic owner of Scarlet Thread Consulting and Metrique Solutions, two companies focused on empowering creative professionals to own the financials of their business. With an eye for detail and a passion for innovation, Michele has carved a niche in providing strategic business coaching and financial analytics to help business owners navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. At Scarlet Thread Consulting, Michele utilizes her extensive experience in finance and business management to offer tailored coaching and mentoring services. She is dedicated to helping her clients achieve financial clarity and operational efficiency, enabling them to make informed decisions that drive their businesses forward. Through Metrique Solutions, Michele offers a unique blend of technology and consultancy, providing cutting-edge software solutions designed specifically for the owners of small business. Her expertise in financial metrics and data analysis empowers her clients to optimize their pricing strategies and enhance profitability. Michele's commitment to excellence and her unwavering support for her clients have established her as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the design community. Her work not only transforms businesses but also inspires creativity and growth, making her an invaluable asset to the industry.
 
You can find Michele at
https://www.scarletthreadconsulting.com
https://www.metriquesolutions.com
 
or on socials at
@scarletthreadatl, @metriquesolutions
Facebook : Scarlet Thread Consulting, Metrique Solutions
 
Chapters
00:00 From Corporate America to Entrepreneurship05:37 The Pivotal Moment: Recognizing the Need for Change11:27 Viewing Yourself and Your Business Differently19:08 The Skills of Service and Being a Business Owner20:18 Owning Your Decisions and Creating a Strategic Plan27:00 Prioritizing Spending and Managing Finances34:56 Transitioning from a Job to Starting a Business36:48 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship38:11 Creating a Strategy for Life and Business39:32 Starting a Business: Assessing Resources and Creating a Strategic Plan52:30 Refining the Business: Iteration and Feedback01:02:20 Staying Focused on the Why and Enjoying the Process01:07:26 Knowing When to Iterate or Pivot01:07:50 The Power of a 212-Degree Mindset01:08:24 Addressing the Emotional Needs of Entrepreneurs01:09:26 Seeking Feedback and Analyzing Data for Growth01:11:38 Choosing the Right Marketing Platforms01:13:27 Defining Your Own Journey as an Entrepreneur
 

Ep67: From Corporate to Coach: A Journey of Fulfillment with Monique R. Shields

How do you navigate entrepreneurship what what you're familiar with is a corporate environment? How do you know when it's time to embark on your own journey and how do you decide what that will be? Join me as I talk with Monique about her experience leading entrepreneurs, coaching, and raising kids. 
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Monique Shields, Executive Coach, Founder of Seven Pines Leadership and Podcast Host of "Ambition Without Compromise", is committed to liberating the professional imaginations of WOC CEOs, Founders & Leaders. Monique was formerly on staff at the Stanford Graduate School of Business as a Facilitator for their Women in Management program as well as at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business a Leadership Coach for current MBAs and alumni executives. Prior to launching Seven Pines, Monique was the Director of Coaching and then the Director of Partnerships at Joyable, a mental health technology start-up in San Francisco - employee #7. In her management roles, she built, led and scaled a client-facing team for a business that served nearly a half million users and managed relationships for the company's largest, most strategic global accounts. Personally, Monique is a wife, a mom of two and a fierce friend to amazing women.
Find Monique on Instagram @moniquershieldsand her website www.moniquershields.com

Ep66: What people don't tell you about entrepreneurship

This is part 1 of a series about entrepreneurship. Originally, the series was going to be very practical, sharing the nuts and bolts of how to start or grow a business (cue the commentary about deciding on a product/service, marketing, customer service). But then I remembered that AI exists and you can so easily get input tailored to what you want by paying attention to the prompts you're using. 
 
Instead, how about we talk about how to know what NOT to pay attention to? How do you feel proud of what you're putting your name on? How do you navigate the feelings that come with entrepreneurship? 
 
All that and more coming to you in this series. This solo episode is about how I got started, some of the advantages I had, and realistically how to create a business when you've got little ones you're in charge of. 
 
You can find me on Instagram @morgan_motsinger, online at morganmotsinger.com, or email me at hello@morganmotsinger.com
 
Find my latest download 6 Ways to Embrace Mortality (and live with more purpose!) HERE. 
 

JAM: Our Phones

Just A Moment (JAM) are bite-sized episodes with thoughts or practices that aren't quite tall enough to ride the full episode ride. The insights shared in these little JAMs are meant to bring more mindfulness and self-compassion to your life. 
 
A podcast sparked this JAM. I was tuned in to how social media trends impact our subconscious processes. This got me thinking about what our phones in general do to our subconscious beliefs about attention, connection, and how we connect with others in our real life. 
 
You can find more mindfulness tools on my website https://www.morganmotsinger.com/
or follow along on the only social platform I keep up with: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/morgan_motsinger/
 

JAM (Just A Moment): Worry

Just A Moment (JAM) are bite-sized episodes with thoughts or practices that aren't quite big enough to ride the full episode ride. The insights shared in these little JAMs are meant to bring more mindfulness and self-compassion to your life. 
 
This JAM is all about worry. How do we treat that little (or big) part of ourself that clings to worry with all their might? Worry isn't just an abstract THING somewhere out there. It's a feeling experienced by a part of ourselves. We often want to kick those feelings to the curb, because who wants to feel worry (or anger or fear or anxiousness), but we don't realize that we are effectively telling part of our very self, "You're not welcome here." This JAM will help you exercise compassion toward that part of yourself with a simple visualization and an awareness of how we talk to those "unlovely" parts of ourselves. 

Ep65: Develop the skill of being confident with Tara LaFon Gooch

Tara LaFon Gooch offers insightful perspectives on the importance of confidence and the various ways we can cultivate it in our lives. She emphasizes that confidence is a choice, rooted in embracing gratitude, taking responsibility for our actions, and maintaining a clear vision. Importantly, she clarifies that true confidence is not about arrogance or seeking validation from others.Gooch also highlights the value of collaboration and the need to uplift those around us, which is essential for personal development. She discusses how negative thought patterns can hinder our growth, while positive self-talk can empower us. By taking ownership of our thoughts and actions, we can create a more positive external environment.Additionally, she stresses the significance of discovering one’s purpose and aligning it with the goal of helping others. Rather than fostering competition, she advocates for collaboration and mutual support. Finally, Gooch addresses the role of confidence in parenting, underscoring the importance of setting a positive example for future generations.
Bio:
Tara LaFon Gooch embodies a paradigm of modern leadership, serving as a TEDx speaker, CEO, branding and marketing expert, podcast host, and bestselling author of "How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power." Her journey underscores a dynamic approach to leadership, empowering individuals to thrive in today's rapidly evolving landscape. In recent years, Tara's influence has reached unprecedented heights, gracing the covers of leading publications like Forbes, MSN, LA Weekly, and Yahoo Finance. Her features in the United Business Journal, Fox News in New York, the Digital Journal, and TEDx in Nottingham, England, highlight her ability to resonate with diverse audiences, offering compelling insights into contemporary leadership and personal empowerment.
Tara's academic credentials reflect a commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation and knowledge. With an MBA specializing in Business Analytics from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, she possesses a strategic mindset tailored for navigating the complexities of modern business environments. Complemented by certificates in Management from The University of Notre Dame and Financial Management from Cornell University, Tara exemplifies the fusion of traditional expertise with contemporary insights. Beyond individual accolades, Tara's role as the United States Country Chair for Start-Up Ecosystems at the G100 Mission Million underscores her dedication to fostering inclusive leadership ecosystems. Through her visionary stewardship, she champions the elevation and support of female entrepreneurs nationwide, catalyzing a new era of inclusive economic growth and opportunity.
Engaging Tara LaFon Gooch as a speaker offers profound benefits rooted in modern leadership principles. Her unique blend of expertise, charisma, and real-world experience resonates deeply with audiences, inspiring them to embrace innovation, resilience, and adaptability in today's dynamic landscape. By sharing her transformative insights and strategies, Tara equips individuals and organizations alike to navigate complexity with confidence, fostering cultures of innovation, inclusion, and sustainable growth in an ever-changing world.
 
Contact Tara:
www.TaraLaFonGooch.comwww.BestBranding.Solutions
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-lafon-gooch https://www.facebook.com/tara.lafon https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTXN57YGfMOMJdkphzr2PoQhttps://x.com/taralafongoochhttps://www.instagram.com/taralafongooch
 
Episode Chapters:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:49 Tara's Journey to Confidence
04:57 Defining Authentic Confidence
10:15 The GRASP Framework: Gratitude
13:43 The GRASP Framework: Responsibility
21:15 The GRASP Framework: Action
24:35 The GRASP Framework: Sight
30:08 The GRASP Framework: Purpose
35:35 Finding Your Purpose
43:57 Navigating Self-Promotion
46:29 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
54:09 Self-Exclusion: Why Women Hold Back
56:03 The Power of Collaboration and Abundance
58:42 Embracing Your Unique Purpose with Confidence
01:02:53 Conclusion
 

Ep64: Physician Burnout, Compassionate Care, and Asking Your Dr. Questions with Dr. Diana Londoño, MD

Dr. Diana Londoño has an inspiring story about her path to becoming a doctor and her experiences with burnout. Her journey began when she watched her father suffer from illness and noticed how little dignity he received in healthcare. This motivated her to bring compassion and respect back into the medical field.
She emphasizes that really listening to patients and addressing their fears and emotions is crucial. Dr. Londoño believes that leaders in healthcare should be empathetic and curious. She also highlights the importance of self-care to combat burnout. Stress can manifest physically, leading to issues like asthma and joint pain, as the body reacts with a fight or flight response, which can cause digestive problems too.
Finding purpose and having a solid support system are key to managing stress. Establishing self-care routines and setting boundaries can help prevent burnout. She points out that emotional connections are vital for healthy relationships, and issues like porn-induced erectile dysfunction can stem from dopamine depletion.
Dr. Londoño argues that society needs to embrace emotions to reduce suffering. She suggests practical changes like avoiding inflammatory media, engaging in creative activities, and fostering deeper connections with others. The themes of unity, love, surrender, and personal growth are central to her message. She encourages letting go of ego and fear while embracing our interconnectedness.
Support, whether from higher sources or friends, is crucial during tough times. The conversation also touches on self-discovery, self-care, and choosing relationships that reflect our values. Ultimately, it’s about being curious, introspective, and willing to face discomfort to foster personal growth and build deeper connections with others.
 
Bio:
Dr. Diana Londoño is a Board-Certified Urologist and one of the 10% of urologists in the US who is a woman and the 0.5% that are Latinx and a woman. Dr. Londoño is originally from Mexico City, and she received all her education in the Los Angeles Area, going to Claremont McKenna College for her undergraduate studies and then attending UCLA for her medical school training. She finished a 6-year residency in Urology at Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles.
She has experienced burnout twice, which led her to write and speak about it to raise awareness and help others. She has published multiple articles in Medscape, Doximity, Kevin MD, Men’s Health, Giddy.com, medmic.com, and others. She is also a contributor author to the books “Thriving After Burnout” and “Medic S.O.S.” Her burnout journey led her to become a certified life coach and founder of Physician Coach Support.com. This free and confidential 1:1 peer support platform for physicians, led by certified physician life coaches, is available seven days a week via Zoom.
In 2022, she received the Los Angeles County Medical Association Physician Leadership Award for her work. She is an international speaker and guest on multiple podcasts discussing wellness, boundaries, ego, humanity in medicine, mindset, and mindfulness. She has also been featured on TV on Univision, Telemundo, Mundo Fox, CNN Latino, KCET, and ABC News as a health consultant discussing urological topics. She is also a Reiki Master and a Pranic Healing student, and the mother of two determined and joyful 6 and 8-year-old girls, Daniela and Paloma.
Contact Dr. Londoño:
https://dianalondonomd.com
https://physiciancoachsupport.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianalondonomd/ https://www.instagram.com/dianalondonomd/ X: @dianalondonomd https://www.youtube.com/@dianalondonomd
 
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Becoming a Doctor and the Importance of Dignity in Medicine05:58 The Role of Leadership in Medicine13:11 Addressing Patients' Fears and Concerns20:08 Preventing Burnout: Self-Care and Energy Management30:27 The Impact of Stress on Physical Health42:21 The Role of Emotional Connection in Sexual Dysfunction50:23 The Importance of Vulnerability in In-Person Connections55:44 Practical Changes for Managing Stress and Improving Well-being59:30 Unity, Love, and Letting Go01:01:27 The Beauty of Breaking and Healing01:03:21 Overcoming Burnout and Finding Purpose01:05:10 Self-Care and Meaningful Relationships

Ep63: CEO of Your Own Life with Marty Moore

What is self-leadership? How does being a CEO a multi-billion dollar company translate to the habits and mindset needed for self-mastery? Marty Moore (Your CEO Mentor) has some hard earned advice for those wanting to excel in their companies and shares his personal story of leaving his corporate digs to create his own company to teach and inspire high performers to rapidly improve their leadership performance. 
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Martin is a global thought leader, whose wisdom was forged in the cauldron of high-performance leadership. A university law school dropout, he worked his way up to become CEO of multi-billion dollar company, CS Energy. In 2018 he left the corporate world to establish Your CEO Mentor, the business he founded with his daughter, Emma Green. Since then, his direct, cut-through approach has made No Bullsh!t Leadership one of the top leadership podcasts globally, with over 5 million downloads in 150+ countries, and his book debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list. His sole purpose is to improve the quality of leaders, globally.
 
Website: https://yourceomentor.com/
Podcast: https://yourceomentor.com/leadership-podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourceomentor/
Book: "No Bullsh!t Leadership" https://yourceomentor.com/book/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourceomentor
 

Ep62: From Rock Bottom to Enduring Success with Trish Kendall

Rock bottom is a place nobody wants to be, but many who have been there attest to rock bottom being the place of deep transformation. Trish survived her traumatic childhood in the only way she could with escaping through drug use. She nearly ended her life when a chance phone call saved her and put her on a new path. The road out of poverty and to a thriving sales career which bloomed into an international keynote speaking career, enduring success expert, and a personal and team development coach. 
What impresses me the most about Trish though isn't her admittedly amazing accomplishments, but her willingness to trudge into the deepest truth, knowing that's where we get to be honest about choosing love and connecting wholeheartedly. 
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Trish Kendall is proof that we each have the power to create true success—enduring success—no matter our story, experiences, or circumstances. Trish climbed from the pit of despair and summited the peak of success, overcoming childhood sexual abuse, poverty, drug addiction and near suicide. Inspiring people around the world, and providing a pathway to enduring success, Trish helps organizations, teams and individuals create enduring success, together. 
Connect with Trish on her website https://trishkendall.com/
on Instagram @trishkendallspeaks and LinkedIn @trish-kendall-speaks/

Ep61: When You Feel STUCK

I'm not going to tell you how to get OUT, but how to be IN stuckness by changing the way you think about it. 
Here are the 7 perspective shifts I'm exploring today:
can you let yourself be stuck...for now?
can you remember when you weren't stuck and believe it’s not forever?
can you make a small change (even if it’s unrelated to the area you feel stuck in); are you actually paralyzed because you’re trying to change too much too fast
can you actually do something but you’re afraid?
is it not so much you that’s stuck as it is something you need to say that’s stuck? Where do you feel “stuck” in your body? 
do you know how to get unstuck but you don’t feel like you can? Can you be okay with choosing to be stuck on purpose for now?
do you feel stuck because you are comparing yourself to others?
 
My mantra when I'm stuck: "Please help me be present."
Being stuck is not bad. Use it to clarify where you want to go, lean into gratitude, and claim your autonomy and ability to choose. 
 
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