Entrepreneurship Episodes

The job search can sometimes feel like sending your résumé into a void. Applications go out… and silence comes back. In my latest episode of Connect Inspire Create, I sat down with recruiter insider Megan Applegate, who spent years reviewing thousands of résumés and sitting in hiring manager discussions. Her perspective was eye-opening. Many highly qualified professionals are filtered out long before a human ever reads their experience. Not because they lack skill, but because their résumé is...

Dawn Krusch, organizational psychologist and leadership development specialist, reveals how mindfulness practices bridge the gap from separateness to togetherness by first understanding ourselves and our own needs. Through her personal experience of receiving a "download" during deep meditation that led to launching Psych Around the Globe, Dawn demonstrates how inner work creates the foundation for meaningful connection with others. • Between 30,000-50,000 thoughts pass through our minds daily,...

What if the patterns you keep experiencing aren't just coincidences, but signs of a deeper loop you're stuck in? Leadership strategist James Robbins had this revelation when he discovered he was living what he calls a "copy-paste life" – experiencing the same challenges, emotions, and even physical ailments on the same dates year after year. Our conversation explores how we get trapped in these loops and, more importantly, how to break free from them. At the heart of this discussion is ...

Have you ever noticed how certain words lose their meaning when we hear them too often? Kristan Swan calls these "wallpaper words" – terms like success, gratitude, and grace that become background noise rather than powerful concepts that guide our lives. In our conversation, Kristan reveals how reclaiming these definitions for ourselves is the first step toward authentic living and sustainable business practices. Kristan Swan shares her journey from landscape design to business coaching, revea...

Ever wondered how to bring spirituality into your business without losing practical effectiveness? Marie-Eve Talbot, is not your average business strategist. As an Online Business Manager and mentor for soulful entrepreneurs, she blends ancient wisdom with practical tools to help women build businesses rooted in purpose — and still get things done. If you've ever wondered how to bring more meaning into your marketing, or how to align strategy with soul without burning out, then stay with us. L...

My guest today is Dominiece Clifton, the founder of Move And Still, Nourish Wellness Collective, host of The School of Healing Podcast, and author of Hold Space to Heal. Dominiece Clifton’s work lies at the intersection of connection, community, and change. She empowers women entrepreneurs to build aligned and sustainable businesses and supports organizations by offering tools to prioritize mindfulness and healing. Imagine a world where deep breathing was taught in all schools, and kids learne...

Struggling with procrastination and looking for ways to enhance productivity? Learn how to conquer procrastination by leveraging the power of accountability! This episode breaks down actionable strategies to help you turn overwhelming tasks into manageable steps with clear deadlines. Discover the effectiveness of using scoreboards, prioritizing daily tasks, and celebrating small successes to keep your motivation high. Identify and eliminate distractions, set short-term, attainable goals, and har...

Have you ever wondered how to turn your passion for design and community into a thriving business? Today, I chat with the inspiring Hayley Pendergraft, owner of House and Hazel, who has done just that. From the heart of Maple Valley, Washington, Hayley shares her heartfelt journey of returning to her hometown, raising her family, and building a business that brings people together. She tells us about her childhood memories, the support of her husband, and her mission to foster connections among...

Are you an introvert struggling in business? Discover the secrets to thriving as an introverted entrepreneur with Kimberly Chauvet, the inspiring founder of Lost Art of Love! With 25+ years of Corporate leadership and 20+ years in Direct Sales Kimberly helps introverted women in business to overcome obstacles and gain success. Together, we explore her personal passions, including her love for reading and her unique obsession with the Grinch. Kimberly also shares invaluable insights...

Are you ready to stop self-sabotaging in your relationships and start embracing self-love? Join us as I chat with Junie Moon, the inspiring CEO of Midlife Love Out Loud, who shares her personal journey from the stage to empowering midlife women. Discover her transformative path of healing relationships, beginning with her touching story about her evolving bond with her mother. With a focus on balancing personal joy with professional responsibilities, Junie reveals how taking breaks and pract...

Have you ever felt a mysterious pull towards change, but something just keeps holding you back? Gabrielle Pimstone, an energy master and coach, joins me to unravel this enigma and guide you through the transformative power of embracing life's transitions. Gabrielle's journey from the high-pressure corporate maze to becoming a beacon for those seeking change is nothing short of extraordinary. Together, we tackle the myth that humans are resistant to change and celebrate the potential that lies wi...

In today’s episode our focus is on practical tips on how to level up your sales process to impact more lives. My guest today, Darleen Priday, teaches empathetic sales - -all about building relationships, attracting the right client and creating a better customer experience. Shifting your mindset and selling without compromise! Darleen has over 25 years experience in Sales and Business Development. She is able to equip business coaches and entrepreneurs with the strategy and confidence to sell t...

My guest today is Carolina Barreto, a business coach helping high achieving women up level their business with more freedom. She is also the founder of In Style Home Organizing LLC, a boutique high end professional organizing firm in New Jersey, USA providing bespoke solutions to busy families, crafting practical and chic organizing systems that uplift and optimize their spaces. In this episode we talk about clutter in different areas of your life and its impact, time management and hot to get ...

Before becoming a book coach and award-winning publisher, Nancy Erickson had a wide array of business expertise. She formerly worked for both IBM and Oracle Corporations, selling high-end software solutions to Fortune 500 businesses. Faced with a family crisis in 2006, she changed her career direction, went back to school to get a Masters degree in Writing, taught at the university level, and started the award-winning nonfiction publishing house, Stonebrook Publishing. In 2011, she developed a ...

Susan Gold is magical. Navigating a ferociously challenging upbringing, while bravely moving forward as an adult to face ingrained, outdated, and patriarchal programming head-on, Susan now shares a unique perspective in viewing life challenges as occasions for transformation. She’s excited to help others all over the globe transform their traumatic experiences into peace. Through her book, Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom, Susan turns the standard paradigm on its...

Tips to overcome procrastination: Chunking your projects Reinforcing habits with a scoreboard Be honest with the behaviour that is causing distraction Shifting into action Try priority planning Break free from perfectionism Tackle your fear of failure Baby steps, always Understanding your energy cycles Are you interested in a mental fitness journey to help overcome your business growth saboteurs? Join Carol Clegg for the next 6 week POSITIVE INTELLIGEN...

In this episode we chat about how Positive Intelligence can help you be happier, more creative, and more productive. Meet my guest: Jessica Conoley is a writer, coach, speaker, & founder of The Creative’s Apprentice. She spends her mornings writing—fantasy novels, business how-to articles, & creative non-fiction. Afternoons are dedicated to helping creatives’ own their worth. She simplifies their business practices, coaches them through limiting misbeliefs, & connects them with a support commun...

Today we are focusing on finding peace in your week by theming your days. Before we get into theming your days for a more peaceful week I wanted to share a coach training programme that I am currently wrapping up and to let you know that there is an opportunity for coaches to sign up for the April cohort. The link will be in the show notes. This certainly is an incredible opportunity and I encourage you to see if you are eligible and apply for the grant, Positive Intelligence is the fr...

My guest today is executive coach Limor Bergman Gross, who is ready to help you understand how to become the leader of your life. Navigating your career can be challenging. Limor knows that firsthand as she has worked in the tech industry for over 20 years as a software engineer, engineering manager, and Director of engineering. She knows what it is like being a woman in a male-dominated field. If you feel that you need support, advice, or guidance in your career, you are listening to the righ...

My guest today is Larry Kaul, founder of Solopreneur Inc. Larry Kaul mastered the art of new business development after a lifetime & 10,000+ hours of experience. Today, Larry brings his considerable expertise to the world of solopreneur self-employment. He created Solopreneur Inc. to help self-employed people like him support their desired lifestyle without compromising happiness. How do we build a business in alignment with our gifts?Recognizing what drains your energy.What is th...

My guest today is Lisa Lewis. Lisa Lewis is an empathetic listener, an enthusiast for adventures, a lover of good books, good food, deep conversations and good wine. As a Transformational Leadership Coach and host of Let Go, Lean In Podcast, Lisa can help you identify self-limiting beliefs, gain tools to help you navigate change so that you can thrive in your work, life & faith. In this episode we discuss: How do I navigate change? What do I need to do to find the good in change and how can th...

I am joined by my guest today, Tracy Beavers who is the CEO and Founder of Tracy Beavers Coaching, Tracy has a proven track record in marketing, sales, and business growth. With 20 years experience, Tracy has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs with everything from overcoming the fear of sales to growing their business visibility through organic marketing strategies. Recognize, reframe and repeat for your days of doubt and imposter syndrome Build your business in alignment with your gifts and tal...

My guest today is Candy Motzek. Listen in as we chat about how to quieten that inner critic. There are seasons for everyone in their business when we hear that inner voice shout - you shouldn’t even try - you can’t do this. That inner critic that jumps out at us and stops us from moving forward but there are ways to quieten that voice! Candy is a best-selling author podcast host of the show She Coaches Coaches, and life & business coach for coaches. Candy helps smart people start s...

This week we are chatting with Stacey Hall Founder of Success with Stacey Hall. She is best known for her ground-breaking social media marketing training program, Go for Yes, which has helped thousands of people attract more sales, customer and employee satisfaction, and success. Her most recent book is called 'Selling From Your Comfort Zone'. Many salespeople believe that they must push themselves out of their comfort zones and compromise their values to sell products. But, as Stacey...