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Your Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandSuccessfully Stuck: When Success No Longer Feels Like You with Lisa McGuireThere's a moment that doesn't get talked about enough. A moment where everything still looks right… But something inside you quietly knows that it no longer feels true. In this episode, we explore what I've come to recognize as one of the most pivotal transitions in a successful person's life: the experience of being "Successfully Stuck." This isn't burnout. It isn't failure. And it's not something to fix. It's something to notice. Because when the identity that built your success begins to feel misaligned, it's not a...
2026-03-2409 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandStraight Talk: When the Role That Made You Successful Stops Feeling True with Lisa McGuireWhat happens when the role that once defined your success… stops feeling like you? There's a quiet moment many high-achieving professionals eventually encounter. From the outside, everything still looks successful...the career, the reputation, the leadership role. But internally, something has shifted. The identity that once felt natural begins to feel like something you're performing. In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire explores the moment when success and truth begin to diverge. It's the moment when the role that once brought recognition and stability no longer feels aligned with the pe...
2026-03-1712 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandLeadership Burnout: Why High-Achieving Women Are Carrying Too Much with Debra MitchellWhat if the future of leadership isn't louder, tougher, or more relentless - but more human? In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire sits down with leadership consultant Deb Mitchell, founder of KindShift, to explore why kindness, clarity, and courage are becoming the most powerful leadership advantages in modern organizations. After more than 20 years working inside Fortune 500 companies like Capital One, Deloitte, and Booz Allen Hamilton, Deb noticed a troubling pattern: high-performing women leaders weren't burning out because they lacked capability. They were burning out because they were carrying too...
2026-03-1035 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFrom the Corporate Zoo to the Entrepreneurial Wild: Breaking Free with Chris LalomiaThere's a moment in every high achiever's life when the outside success no longer matches the inside truth. You have the title. The team. The salary. The symbols. And yet… something feels off. In this powerful episode of Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox and host of Small Business Safari, to unpack what it really looks like to walk away from corporate security and step into the unpredictable, often messy, but deeply fulfilling world of entrepreneurship. Chris didn't just leave a...
2026-03-0336 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandKindness Is the New Power: Rethinking Leadership in a World Tired of Burnout with Graham AllcottWe are living in a moment where success looks polished on the outside… but inside, many leaders feel quietly exhausted. Disconnected. Successfully stuck. In this powerful and timely conversation, Lisa McGuire sits down with Graham Allcott, bestselling author of Kind: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work and How to Be a Productivity Ninja, and founder of Think Productive. Together, we explore why kindness is no longer a "soft skill." It's a strategic advantage. If you've ever felt the tension between performance and humanity… If you've wondered whether productivity culture is f...
2026-02-2454 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandStop Performing: Why Personal Branding Is Over and Identity-Led Marketing Is the Future with Lisa McGuireIn a world obsessed with visibility, there's a quiet exhaustion rising beneath the surface. Everyone is talking about personal branding. Stand out. Be visible. Polish your message. Optimize your strategy. But what if the reason your marketing feels heavy isn't because you lack a better brand… What if it's because you've outgrown the identity you've been performing? In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose & Personal Brand, we name what most high achievers feel but rarely say out loud: personal branding has quietly become performance. And performance is ex...
2026-02-1714 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandSuccessfully Stuck: Why High Achievers Feel Empty at the Peak of Success with Jim Huling and Lisa McGuireThe Conversation Leaders Are Afraid to Have This is not a podcast interview. It's a raw, unfiltered conversation between two people who sit inside the private inner worlds of high-performing leaders and keep seeing the same quiet truth emerge. Two different lanes (corporate leadership and entrepreneurship) but the same reckoning to be felt. Success that looks right on the outside while something inside is asking for honesty no one wants to name. In this episode, Lisa McGuire and Jim Huling step out of expert mode and into real dialogue. No rehearsed answers. No...
2026-02-1046 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe System Isn't Failing: It's Breaking Open (And You're Right on Time) with Lisa McGuireThere's a deeper shift happening under the chaos. It's one that most people can feel in their bones but don't yet have words for. If you've been feeling disoriented, "successfully stuck," or strangely calm in the middle of all the noise, this episode is for you. In this solo episode, we name what many are sensing: the systems around us aren't just failing. They're breaking open. And that's not a problem… it's a purpose. Lisa McGuire guides you through the unseen transformation beneath today's uncertainty - a breakdown that's clearing the path for a new way of le...
2026-01-2710 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Exhaustion You Can't Name (But Feel Every Day) with Lisa McGuireHave you ever felt exhausted, not because of overwork, but because of over-managing how you're perceived? This solo episode is not just a reflection. It's a reckoning. In one of the most real straight-talking episodes of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa explores the unseen exhaustion that comes from performing who we think we need to be. Whether it's showing up in business, family roles, or social settings, the constant need to curate ourselves for others can leave us quietly depleted. Lisa shares raw, personal stories, from the lessons she learned as...
2026-01-2009 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFrom Stuck to Seen: How to Finally Share Your Voice Without the Overwhelm with Cheryl TanHave you ever felt that quiet tug? It feels like an unshakable nudge that you're meant to use your voice in a more visible way… but you keep circling the same hesitation loop? In this conversation, host Lisa McGuire sits down with Cheryl Tan, former news anchor turned media coach and show launch strategist, to unravel the REAL reasons we hold back from stepping into the spotlight. This episode isn't about hyping up podcasting or video content. It's about naming the fears, the friction, and the unspoken stories that keep so many gifted leaders successfully stuck.
2026-01-0640 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThis One Question Will Reorient Your Entire Life with Lisa McGuireTake a breath. Let the pace slow. As we close out a year that has quietly changed many of us, this final episode of 2025 invites you into a different kind of conversation. It one not rooted in resolutions or reinvention for performance, but in presence and purpose. Have you ever found yourself busy but unfulfilled? Productive but misaligned? You're not alone. This isn't just another year-end reflection. It's a reorientation. We explore the deeper truth behind the ever-popular "comeback" narrative and ask the question: Are you running from something… or toward something?
2025-12-3009 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Episode That Saw the Future Before We Lived It with Lisa McGuireWhy Everything Is Falling Apart (and How to Find Yourself in the Middle of It) Two years ago, I released an episode that felt bold… maybe even a little ahead of its time. Today, it feels prophetic. Back then, I named what was rising beneath the surface... a global unraveling, a collective identity crisis, and the beginning of a mass reinvention. Today, those ripples have become waves we can no longer ignore. This rewind episode takes you back to the moment when the "polycrisis" first entered our vocabulary and the world subtly began sh...
2025-11-2515 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhen Doing Everything "Right" Still Feels Wrong with Lisa McGuireWelcome to the Season 5 premiere of Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand! This episode takes a bold twist when Lisa McGuire moves from host to guest, inviting renowned journalist Cheryl Tan to take the reins and guide a deep, soul-baring conversation that exposes the hidden truths behind "success." For years, Lisa has helped others find their voice. Now, she shares the personal story of how she rediscovered her own. From growing up in a culture of silence to leading a purpose-driven business, Lisa reveals how she escaped the trap of being "successfully stuck"...a condition...
2025-11-1841 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFrom Spark to Signal: Why Your Voice is the Bridge Between Passion and Purpose with Lisa McGuireWelcome to the 200th episode of Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand with Lisa McGuire! After hundreds of conversations and transformational insights, Lisa takes the mic solo to reveal what 200 episodes have taught her about showing up with purpose, presence, and power. This isn't just a celebration—it's a masterclass in what it truly means to find your voice and use it to ignite both connection and confidence. Whether you're a seasoned speaker, a hesitant podcaster, or someone whose voice still feels stuck behind the scenes, this episode will meet you right where you are—and...
2025-11-1109 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandAuthenticity Isn't Performance—It's Presence: Unlocking Coherence in a Noisy World with Lisa McGuireAuthenticity has become a buzzword—so overused it's at risk of losing its meaning. But what if we told you that true authenticity isn't about oversharing, transparency, or visibility? In this episode, Lisa McGuire takes us back to the essence of what authenticity really is: coherence—the alignment between your inner truth and your outer expression. With heartfelt storytelling, real-world micro-practices, and the kind of clarity that cuts through the noise, Lisa helps high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives step out of performance mode and into embodied presence. If you've ever felt like you're showing up but...
2025-10-0713 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFrom Grind to Grace: Aligning Your Business with Your Truth with Lisa McGuireAre you exhausted from the constant hustle of growing your business? Ready to ditch the grind and embrace a more aligned, fulfilling way to succeed? Join Lisa McGuire as she drops truth bombs that will shake up how you think about success, strategy, and your personal brand. She reveals why expertise is no longer enough in today's market and how resonance—the deep connection your message creates—is the new currency of influence. Through real-life client stories, Lisa guides you through three core truths about strategy, messaging, and growth that only work when they align with...
2025-09-0210 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandIntroducing a Community Where Authenticity Isn't Optional—It's Essential with Lisa McGuireHave you ever looked around and wondered, "Where are the people who really get me?" That question used to echo in Lisa McGuire's mind—until she found herself in a mastermind that didn't just help her grow her business... it transformed how she saw herself. In this heartfelt episode of Your Passion, Purpose & Personal Brand, Lisa shares what it was like to be part of a high-caliber community that supported her authenticity, challenged her potential, and held space for her to lead from truth. It wasn't about tactics. It was about alignment. Since th...
2025-07-0110 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandBeyond the Performance: The Power of Authenticity with Lisa McGuireIt's another heartfelt conversation with Lisa McGuire as she strips away the polished pitches and prepackaged personal brands to uncover the raw truth: authenticity isn't optional anymore — it's essential. With AI-generated content becoming indistinguishable from reality, we're entering what Lisa calls The Age of Identity. In a world of deepfakes, filters, and curated perfection, what makes you stand out isn't your resume — it's your realness. This episode is a masterclass in understanding what true authenticity means (hint: it's not oversharing) and how it becomes your greatest competitive edge in business, leadership, and life. Lisa shares a po...
2025-06-2407 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFeeling Numb, Stuck, or Disconnected? Here's Why with Lisa McGuireHave you ever woken up feeling like your life doesn't fit you anymore—even though, from the outside, everything looks "fine"? In this deeply personal solo episode, Lisa McGuire speaks directly to the soul of the high-achiever who is feeling disconnected, foggy, and flat. If life has started to feel like a copy-paste routine and the spark is gone, this isn't a breakdown—it's a breakthrough. Lisa introduces the concept of identity evolution, a sacred invitation to leave behind the version of yourself built on expectations, and step into the version you were always meant to b...
2025-06-1010 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandLiving Someone Else's Story? How to Reclaim Your Own with Lisa McGuireIn this raw and reflective solo episode, Lisa sets aside the interviews and the spotlight to sit heart-to-heart with you. After four years of deep personal evolution—spurred by a mastermind group that shifted her life—Lisa returns to share what has truly become more important to her… and what she's learned to release. If you've ever wondered why you feel stuck, or what's quietly pulling you to become more of who you really are, this episode will feel like a mirror and a warm invitation to come home to yourself. Lisa speaks candidly about living...
2025-05-2712 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand175 Stop Selling, Start Connecting: The Networking Strategy That Changed Everything with Andrew BrummerWhat happens when a reclusive CIO hits a personal and professional crossroads? For Andrew Brummer, it was the catalyst for an extraordinary transformation—one that turned desperation into connection and a failing job search into a vibrant network of 12,000+ relationships based on a common purpose. In this deeply human and inspiring episode, Lisa McGuire sits down with Andrew to explore his journey from operating in the shadows to leading with authenticity, compassion, and clarity. Andrew opens up about the humbling lessons learned on LinkedIn, the radical power of giving without expectation, and why the key to...
2025-05-2047 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand174 Stop Giving Away Your Power: The Sales Mindset Shift That Changes Everything with Amy SulkaYou've been there—that moment after a sales call when you realize you've done all the talking. You've shared your expertise, pitched your solution, even offered to "follow up" (again). And somehow, you still feel like you're the one chasing them. What if that feeling isn't just in your head? What if you're actually giving away your power in these interactions without even realizing it? In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand, host Lisa McGuire sits down with sales powerhouse Amy Sulka to uncover the hidden mindset traps that sabotage your success lo...
2025-05-1348 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand169 From Expert to Human: The Business Shift We're All Craving with Lisa McGuireWhat if your greatest business advantage wasn't your knowledge… but your humanity? In this heart-centered episode, we go beyond the surface of skills and strategy to explore a powerful truth: people crave connection more than perfection. Lisa McGuire takes you on a transformational journey into what it really means to bring humanity back to business—and why now, more than ever, it's the secret to relevance and success. You'll uncover why just being an expert isn't enough anymore—and how trust, relatability, and relevance can become your superpowers in a disconnected digital age. Whethe...
2025-04-0807 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand168 Beyond the Paycheck: How to Turn Your Work Into a Sacred Expression with Lisa McGuire"Work is love made visible." These words have always inspired host, LIsa McGuire, except when she was buried under deadlines and staring at a to-do list she wanted nothing to do with. This episode asks you to consider - What if our relationship with work isn't supposed to be about grinding and obligation... but about devotion and love? In this episode, Lisa shares the moment everything shifted. It was the day she stopped seeing work as a burden and began viewing it as a sacred expression of her identity. This wasn't about quitting everything or...
2025-04-0113 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand167 Why Authentic Leaders Get Extraordinary Results with Jim HulingWhat if the key to becoming a more impactful leader had less to do with strategy—and everything to do with presence? In this powerful episode, Lisa McGuire is joined once again by Jim Huling, executive coach and co-author of the best-selling book The Four Disciplines of Execution. Together, they explore what it means to lead with humanity, especially in a time when workplaces are craving connection, meaning, and authenticity more than ever. Jim breaks down how leadership has evolved—from the old days of command-and-control to today's growing need for purpose-driven, human-centered leadership. With four...
2025-03-2552 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand163 Overwhelmed to Empowered: Mastering the Art of Boundaries with Lisa McGuireAre you feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or stuck in survival mode? In a world that constantly demands more from us, the secret to personal and professional growth isn't doing more—it's doing less. In this episode, Lisa explores the transformative power of boundaries and how they can help you reclaim your energy, creativity, and purpose. Many of us believe success comes from hustle, grit, and saying yes to everything. But what if the key to unlocking your true potential is actually removing what no longer serves you? Boundaries aren't about shutting people out—they're about making spac...
2025-02-2507 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand162 Align Your Image with Your Ambition – A Conversation with Eileen NebhutImagine this: You walk into a meeting filled with top executives. Before you say a single word, you've already made an impression. The question is—does that impression align with your expertise, confidence, and ambition? Your image speaks before you do. Is it saying what you want it to say? In this episode, Lisa sits down with Eileen Nebhut, a highly sought-after image consultant and entrepreneur, to uncover the secrets of executive presence, personal branding, and the psychology of style. After years in leadership roles spanning publishing, energy, and fintech, Eileen took a bold leap in...
2025-02-1832 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand159 Don't Hand Over the Keys to AI: Keeping Your Humanity in the Digital Age with Lisa McGuireRemember that moment when you first realized AI might change everything? Lisa McGuire does. In this episode, she shares the LinkedIn conversation that stopped her and forced her to confront the big question we're all asking: How do we stay human in an AI world? Through personal stories and hard-won insights, Lisa opens up about her journey with AI – the fears, the excitement, and yes, even the mistakes. What makes this episode special isn't just the practical advice. Lisa connects with what we all feel: that mix of wonder and worry about where technology is...
2025-01-2811 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand158 Beyond the Easy Button: Finding Your True Why with Lisa McGuireWhen asked to share their "why," many people reach for the easiest answer—their family. While family can be a powerful inspiration, defaulting to this response often overlooks the unique talents, passions, and values that drive our work. In this episode, Lisa explores why falling back on such answers may shortchange your ability to connect authentically and stand out in a competitive world. Inspired by Simon Sinek's Golden Circle, we'll discuss how starting with your "why" can transform not only how you communicate but also how you live. Finding your true "why" is a journey that requires in...
2025-01-2113 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand157 Embrace the Power of Choice with Lisa McGuireIn today's episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand Podcast with Lisa McGuire, we challenge the belief that there's one fixed life path we must all follow. Instead, we uncover what happens when you recognize your own power to choose—and how it transforms your life for the better. You'll learn why personal autonomy can be both thrilling and unsettling, how looking back at past experiences can shape (and sometimes limit) your present, and why it's crucial to design a future based on your unique values and desires. The common belief that ther...
2025-01-1410 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand156 What's In Store for Season Four with LISA MCGUIREIn the kickoff of Season 4, Lisa reflects on the podcast's evolution since its inception three years ago, noting significant developments and lessons learned. The episode introduces the themes for the upcoming season, focusing on authenticity, self-awareness, and personal transformation in 2025. It also explores the importance of boundaries, the paradigm shift in societal values, and the demand for authentic connections in business. Key takeaways Authenticity is crucial for building genuine relationships in business. Self-awareness and personal transformation will be central in 2025. Setting boundaries is essential for achieving goals. There is a...
2025-01-0718 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand154 It's Time to Move On to 2025 with Lisa McGuire As we close out an unprecedented year, this solo episode is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and recalibrate. For many of us, 2024 has been a year of challenges, uncertainty, and transformation. What better time to look back, extract the lessons, and turn our gaze toward the future with clarity and purpose? If you've felt the weight of this year but are eager to embrace the promise of 2025, this episode is your invitation to step into the driver's seat of your life and make intentional changes that your future self will thank you for. Key takeaways ...
2024-12-2320 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand153 Who You Are Is Not What You Do - the Rewind with Lisa McGuireIn this insightful episode of Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand, host Lisa McGuire revisits a timeless and much-loved discussion: disassociating your identity from your job title. As the year winds down, Lisa reflects on how societal expectations often tie our self-worth to productivity and career achievements, challenging us to dig deeper into who we truly are. When meeting someone for the first time, we are often asked, "What do you do?" Lisa encourages listeners to move beyond labels and connect with their authentic selves. With her messaging and reinvention strategist background, she provides actionable advice on c...
2024-12-1715 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand152 Connecting with Heart-First Networking with Ricky SteeleWhat do you think of when you hear the word "networking?" Whether you like it, love it, or see it as a necessary part of a professional career, there's a way you can be successful at it, and grow your business too. Join Lisa McGuire for a conversation with Ricky Steele. He's a networking virtuoso, the author of The Heart of Networking, and a passionate advocate for the ABC's of networking, Always Be Caring. Ricky peels back the curtain to share his decades of experience redefining networking as a meaningful act of relationship-building and serving leadership. ...
2024-12-1054 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand151 Building Networking Trust and Connection in the Digital Age with Jeff BittonIn this episode, Lisa McGuire sits down with Jeff Bitton, the visionary founder of Pitch 59, a platform redefining how people can network and connect in an increasingly impersonal digital landscape. Jeff's journey began when he felt frustrated with the deceptive practices and lack of human connection when using traditional marketing platforms in his own business. Jeff drew from his sales experiences to create Pitch 59. This innovative tool combines the authenticity of face-to-face interactions with the efficiency of digital networking, allowing professionals to present themselves through a dynamic 59-second video platform. Jeff describes how Pitch 59 transforms n...
2024-12-0334 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand150 Turn Your Network Into a Strategic Referral Team with Lisa McGuireIn this insightful episode, we explore the art of strategic networking and how it can be transformed into a referral-generating powerhouse. We discuss the importance of networking with intention, understanding your unique value, and building relationships that contribute to your business success. With a focus on year-end strategies and preparation for the new year, listeners are equipped with actionable techniques to enhance their networking efforts and maximize their business development potential in 2025. Topics addressed: What is networking? Why network strategically? Uncovering your unique value Creating strategic referral partnerships Maximizing networking events Leveraging LInkedIn as a networking hu...
2024-11-2630 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand145 Turning "Someday" Into Action with Lisa McGuireLive events are back stronger than ever. After years of Zoom fatigue, many people are eager to gather to connect in real life after meeting online. It's not always about learning content from the sessions; it's also about the insights you gain from being in the room when humanity comes together. The self awareness gets stronger when you can see yourself grow in real time. Host Lisa McGuire shares transformation insights from a recent in-person mastermind meetup event, highlighting the power of the group's collective wisdom, pausing to reflect on personal progress, and the importance of turning...
2024-10-2218 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand143 Redefining Masculinity in Today's World with Bob Conlin In this empowering conversation, Lisa dives into the evolving landscape of masculinity with Bob Conlin, a men's leadership coach and co-founder of Alchemy of Men. Bob shares his journey from working in critical care to leading men through self-discovery and transformation. Driven by his observations of men struggling with traditional definitions of masculinity, he now helps them forge their own paths with authenticity, vulnerability, and purpose. Key Takeaways: Redefining Masculinity: Bob challenges the outdated notion that men must suppress their emotions, advocating instead for a holistic approach to manhood. Impact of Authenticity: He e...
2024-10-0834 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand141 How I Became an Accidental Speaker with Lisa McGuireIn this episode, Lisa McGuire shares her unexpected path to becoming a public speaker, tracing it back to her early life experiences and career transitions. She discusses how her online presence and networking efforts have contributed to her newfound role as a speaker. The episode provides insights into the importance of visibility, trust-building, and the power of storytelling in personal and professional branding. In this episode you'll learn: Consistent podcasting can lead to unexpected opportunities. Visibility and presence on social media are crucial for professional growth. Sharing personal stories can enhance...
2024-09-2415 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand137 Your Best Self Is Closer Than You Think with Lisa McGuireWe're in the middle of a self-improvement epidemic. All you have to do is look at the number of personal development and self-improvement trainings, books, and podcasts to know that this idea of human potential is a goal for many. Join Lisa McGuire as she unpacks what we as humans require in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. There was a time when self-actualization was unattainable for many. Today, that isn't necessarily the case. This episode explores the characteristics of self-actualized people and the process people use to achieve self-actualization. What happens beyond that? Take a listen to see w...
2024-08-2710 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand135 The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Being Your Own Boss with Lisa McGuireWant more freedom and flexibility in your work life? Being your own boss might be the answer. In this episode, Lisa McGuire, a third-generation entrepreneur, discusses the pros and cons of being your own boss. She discusses the freedom and flexibility that come with running your own business, as well as the potential financial rewards and personal growth. There are times when things don't run so smoothly. When you are your own boss, the responsibility for success or failure falls on your shoulders. Don't miss out on the opportunity to create a business that aligns w...
2024-08-1336 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand130 The Ultimate Inner Battle: How Love Conquers Fear with Lisa McGuireIn this episode, Lisa delves into the powerful concepts of fear versus love and their profound impact on our lives. She explores how fear often holds people back from making positive changes and pursuing their dreams, highlighting its prevalence in various aspects of society and its influence on our decisions. Through an engaging discussion, she encourages listeners to choose love over fear, offering practical steps to shift their mindset and release themselves from the walls they build around themselves. Love versus fear is the ultimate decision we must make in nearly every aspect of our lives.
2024-07-0915 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand129 Use Your Business Origin Stories to Create a Stand Out Brand with Amy SchutteThis amazing conversation is with Amy Schutte, who knows something about the magic of storytelling in business. With a dream of being a writer from a young age, Amy has leveraged this talent into building a 7-figure business coaching, PR, and brand-building company. It's not only telling the stories; it's also how you build them. They delve into the transformative power of storytelling in business and how the right story can create deep connections with your audience and make your brand memorable and truly impactful. Setting your business up for success can happen when you...
2024-07-0240 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand128 Embrace Your Uniqueness: The Power of Human Design with Lisa McGuireIn this episode, Lisa delves into the value of using Human Design as a powerful tool for self-awareness and personal branding. Unlike traditional assessments, Human Design offers an energetic blueprint that uncovers who you were designed to be at your core. By understanding your Human Design chart, you can gain profound insights into your personality, fears, superpowers, and purpose. Lisa also addresses how this system can influence daily life decisions and relationships, and provides various resources and the services she offers for those eager to explore their own Human Design. In this episode you'll learn:
2024-06-2514 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand127 How the Felt Sense Unlocks Answers with Charlie Savill Are you feeling stuck or unsure of your true potential? Curious about your inner gifts and how they contribute to your impact and profits? In this enlightening episode, Lisa sits down with Charlie Savill to delve into the transformative power of the felt sense and how it can unlock your unique gifts and elevate your personal brand. Discover the importance of being present, embracing spontaneity, and creating space for deeper understanding and growth. In this episode you'll learn: How the power of feeling can be used to understand our unique gifts. How becoming aware...
2024-06-1843 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand126 Commit to Growth: Live Out Your Big Leap Year with Gay Hendricks In this episode, Lisa welcomes returning guest Gay Hendricks, renowned author of "The Big Leap," to discuss his latest book, "The Big Leap Year." They explore key themes such as surpassing one's happiness ceiling, using wonder as a superpower, taming the ego, and integrating intuition into decision-making. Gay shares practical advice and personal stories to guide listeners in tapping into their genius and realizing their dreams. The episode emphasizes the importance of making daily commitments to positive change, embracing creativity and curiosity, overcoming self-imposed limitations, and trusting one's intuition to achieve success and fulfillment. In this episode...
2024-06-1149 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand125 Clearing the Biggest Hurdle to Reinvention with Lisa McGuireYou want to level up, but something is getting in your way. No matter how hard you work, you can't seem to get any traction. More often than not, this is the rinse-and-repeat story we live until we recognize the hurdle. In this episode, Lisa McGuire dives into the common obstacles that stall us in the process of reinventing ourselves or making significant moves to improve our lives. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The impact of changing your viewpoint to overcome subconscious limitations The value of recognizing the hurdles and how to break free from them...
2024-06-0413 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand124 Why Being a Boss Doesn't Make You a Great Leader with Dr. Jim SalvucciIn this episode, Dr. Jim Salvucci, author, keynote speaker, coach, and consultant, discusses his mission to rid the world of bad bossing by mastering the skill of great leadership. He inspires others to become better leaders by simplifying the concepts into actionable tips. Jim leverages his experience as a long-time higher education leader to now provide insights on transformational change, the importance of soft skills, and how tiny habits can help overcome hurdles. In this episode, you'll learn: Beliefs about leadership and why many people make it too difficult The common parallel between leading and teaching...
2024-05-2842 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand123 Navigating Straddle Season: Balancing Two Work Realities with Lisa McGuire Join Lisa as she delves into the evolving landscape of work and introduces the concept of "straddle season" – a period when individuals manage one job while onboarding to a new one, building a side gig, or transitioning from work they excel at to work that truly inspires them. Lisa shares valuable insights and strategies for navigating this challenging time, emphasizing the importance of identifying the type of work that inspires you, creating a transition plan, and maintaining balance and self-care throughout the process. In this episode you'll learn: How the rise of remote and hybrid work models is res...
2024-05-2115 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand122 How Changing Your Scenery Can Boost Reinvention with Lisa McGuireIn this episode, Lisa offers ways to define reinvention and the importance of changing your scenery to support your progress. Drawing from her recent travels, she shares how these experiences gave her a fresh perspective and inspired her to embrace new opportunities. Lisa invites listeners to shake up their routines, encouraging them to consider what they can do differently each day. She explores how curiosity can triumph over fear in creating a creatively lived life. Additionally, she reflects on how we look at the past and the future can significantly limit our ability to be present. Finally...
2024-05-1413 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand121 Empowering Women Leaders: Achieve Personal Freedom and Make an Impact with Mindy MaggioJoin host Lisa McGuire as she delves into the world of personal transformation with empowerment coach and mentor, Mindy Maggio. In this enlightening episode, Mindy shares her journey from the corporate world of IT consulting to her current role as a mindset mentor and life coach. Episode Highlights: Mindy's Transition: Mindy opens up about her personal transformation journey, shedding light on her transition from the IT industry to her current path as an empowerment coach. Through her story, she emphasizes how personal transformation can lead to fulfilling work and a profound sense of purpose.
2024-05-0745 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Secret to Business Success : How Limiting Beliefs Will Hold Back Your Growth with Ellen TylerVery few people go out to hire a mindset coach yet, that is where most of our challenges exist. Instead, we tell ourselves we need another podcast, course, productivity app, or sheer willpower to move to the next level of performance. Join Lisa McGuire for a conversation with Ellen Tyler, Business, Sales, and Mindset coach. Ellen's work has been greatly influenced by the success she experienced by having a coach herself. After studying with the iconic Bob Proctor, she now helps her clients look at how their thoughts can be the hurdles holding them back from their g...
2024-04-3049 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand119 Overcoming Hurdles on a Journey to Reinvention with Jim HulingWhat are the most telling signs that it may be time to consider a reinvention? What are the most common hurdles people face once they've decided to reinvent themselves? Why are we so resistant to change? What better way to start looking at these questions than by speaking with Jim Huling, world renowned author, speaker, and executive coach . Jim has helped thousands of leaders walk through the decisions that accompany reinvention and achieving their highest potential. In this episode you'll learn: How to identify when you may be ready to consider reinventing yourself. What h...
2024-04-2354 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand118 The Power to Change with Carla HowardChange is an inevitable step in the growth process. It can challenge our thinking about how we conduct ourselves and our business. Starting a business requires embracing discomfort and being willing to learn new skills. Managing change in an existing organization is about supporting people in moving from the way they do work today to the way they're going to do work tomorrow successfully. Join Lisa McGuire for a conversation with Carla Howard, a change strategist and professional speaker. Carla shares her journey of reinvention from a corporate career to entrepreneurship and insights on navigating t...
2024-04-1645 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand117 Starting a Side Gig with a Whiplash Career Move with Doree O'NealToday, more corporate workers are also interested in starting a side gig. They've built their expertise by climbing the corporate ladder but are yearning to do something that connects with purpose. These "whiplash" career moves may confuse onlookers when the roles are in two different industries. How does one position oneself with credibility in both? Join Lisa McGuire for a compelling conversation with Doree O'Neal, an author, motivational speaker, certified hypnotherapist, and a sought-after transformation coach. Doree has navigated the journey of staying in both a corporate role and as a solopreneur transformational coach.
2024-04-0935 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand116 Embracing Self-Awareness: The Key to Reinvention and Personal Growth with Deborah HorowitzThe career we eventually have may have been an idea first introduced to us as children. The job might have sounded exciting, and we may have been told it would be easy for us to do. For many, that career doesn't provide the satisfaction that will last their entire lives. Join Lisa McGuire for a conversation with Deborah Horowitz, a consultant, clinical training specialist, and coach. After spending years dreaming of becoming a therapist, she discovered the role fell short of her desire to help others get to the root of the issue. In this...
2024-04-0238 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand115 Why It Took Four Years to Update My Website with Lisa McGuireYou don't need a website to start doing business. Business starts with a curiosity about a problem you can solve with a product or service. It culminates with an energetic transfer of money. Join Lisa McGuire for this solo episode as she shares the story of how updating her website wasn't as easy as changing out the words and the photos. She discusses the benefits of having a website, how it can help you promote your business, and why it took so long for her to create the content as she went through a personal and professional rei...
2024-03-2615 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand114 Recognizing When It's Time to Rewrite Your Life's Narrative with Lisa McGuireWhen we feel the pull to ask if it's time to shift our focus and reinvent ourselves, the mind often jumps in to tell us it's safer to stay where we are. Join Lisa McGuire as she shares insights on when reinvention is worth the effort it takes to change. Reinvention involves determining which parts of oneself no longer serve and are better left behind. If you are feeling stuck and craving a change, reinvention might be worth considering. In this episode you'll learn: Stages of life and events when reinvention is common The po...
2024-03-1908 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand113 Using Reinvention to Unlock Your Potential with Lisa McGuireAre you feeling stuck in your current situation and longing for change? Do you want to embrace personal growth and live authentically? Join Lisa McGuire as she explores the topic of reinvention and why so many people are choosing to reinvent themselves. In this episode you'll learn: The reasons why people may decide to pursue reinvention What's behind the desire to shift your identity The value of exploring new aspects of yourself How to embrace authenticity and align with your core beliefs The impact your social circles can have on the process of reinvention CONNECT WI...
2024-03-1209 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand112 How the Polycrisis Is Sparking Reinvention with Lisa McGuireIn this episode, Lisa McGuire discusses the concept of polycrisis, which refers to the accumulation of multiple crises that human societies are currently facing. She explores how various systems such as education, healthcare, finance, politics, and religion have become outdated and no longer serve the needs of people. This is prompting an epidemic of people feeling the need to reinvent themselves. They are looking for an anchor in how to move forward to find meaning and purpose in their lives. In this episode you'll hear: Why an increasing number of people feel the need to...
2024-03-0512 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Trending Topic Driving Personal Transformation with Lisa McGuireThe launch of Season Three starts with reflections about how the intersection of passion, purpose, and personal branding gives clues to doing work you love and living a fulfilling life. Finding passion and purpose is a unique journey for everyone. It involves mindset, self-awareness, and listening to the call of your heart. Lisa also shares her vision for future episodes which will focus on deeper conversations about self-discovery and transformation with a topic trending for many throughout the world. You can support the show by subscribing and leaving a review. This helps others discover the podcast and j...
2024-02-0608 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Controversy of Authenticity: Uncovering the Truth with Lisa McGuireWhen a term has multiple meanings it's not unusual for another word to come in an take it's place. That's what's happened with the term "Personal Branding". We've tried to distance ourselves from the carefully crafted and less than truthful image and replace it with the word "authentic."This replay episode is the final in the bridge series to season three. In this episode you'll learn, People may be hesitant to be authentic for fear of judgment of what others think. Being authentic does not require you share every detail of your life. Authentic p...
2024-01-3014 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand7 Commitments I Made to Become My Future Self with Lisa McGuirePromises are not made to be broken but there are times when it becomes necessary. How do you make commitments that you will be able to honor? Join Lisa McGuire for this bridge episode to the new season as she reflects on the seven promises she made to her future self 18 months ago during the pandemic. You'll discover not only if she was able to keep those promises. You'll learn about the power of making those type of promises that involve embracing personal growth and aspirations. In this episode you'll learn: How to reframe th...
2024-01-2313 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFrom Obscurity to Significance: Embracing Visibility with Lisa McGuireWhy is it so many people fear becoming visible online? Join Lisa McGuire as she points out the fears and challenges of being visible in today's crowded online world. What are the underlying reasons why we run from visibility? How can you find the courage to overcome those fears? Personal branding is about becoming visible as a way to make it easier for your audience to find you. In this episode you'll learn: Insights on imposter syndrome and tips for addressing it. How visibility helps us meet the basic needs humans have for human co...
2024-01-1617 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandBreaking the Cycle: Why New Year's Resolutions Often Fail with Lisa McGuireThe tradition of making New Year's resolutions can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Taking a different approach to goal-setting helps you identify one word as a filter. This can cause a simple shift in mindset to lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Join Lisa McGuire for the replay of a prior popular episode with a timely application in this bridge episode between season 2 and season 3. In this episode you'll learn: The history and origins of New Year's resolutions Statistics on the success rates of New Year's resolutions The n...
2024-01-0913 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandMaximizing the Gift of a Pause with Lisa McGuireWhat do you do with the final week of the year? Do you use it to wind down or ramp up to the new year ahead? Interesting things can happen when you take time to pause. Join Lisa McGuire as she invites you to use this time as a gift to reflect on the trajectory of your life. In this episode she revisits a time when she was forced to pause her regular routine and the realizations she had as a result. You'll learn how taking time to pause: Allows you to reevaluate pr...
2023-12-2617 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandRedefine Success: Discover Your Value Beyond Accomplishments with Lisa McGuire After wrapping up 100 weekly episodes, Lisa is on hiatus until the start of season 3. To prepare for the new season we've curated a series of previous episodes as an onramp to help you step more fully into your purpose in the new year. It's at this time of year we often reflect on what we were able to accomplish. What if, instead, we took this time to consider who we became as a person? How did you invest in your personal development? In what ways do you relate to others differently?...
2023-12-1916 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Power of Celebration: Lessons Learned from 100 Episodes with Lisa McGuireIt's a day to celebrate 100 episodes of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand podcast. Join Lisa McGuire as she reflects on her podcast journey, the power of celebration, and the lessons she has learned along the way. You'll hear about plans for the future as she invites listeners to engage in the celebration and be eligible to win prizes. In this episode you'll learn: The importance of celebration and overcoming the fear of losing what you have The power of pausing and reflecting The motivation behind starting the podcast and...
2023-12-1213 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand5 Steps to Communicate Authenticity in Your Brand Photo Shoot with Lisa McGuireWe often schedule a brand photo shoot and leave all of the heavy lifting to the photographer. The results? We receive the same photos we see everywhere else without conveying our unique message. Join Lisa McGuire to hear how she prepared for a personal brand photo shoot to convey the authenticity of her brand. In this episode you'll learn: Building a personal brand of integrity means showing up as the same person in your photos as who you meet in real life. How the lessons learned from a past brand photo shoot helped in planning the...
2023-11-0721 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHighly Connected... but Still Searching for Answers with Lisa McGuireLisa reflects on her recent in-person mastermind meetup and the power of live events for creating connections. She discusses how technology has given us the ability to have many connections, but has also left us feeling lonelier than ever. Discussion explores the concept of the "great awakening," a rising consciousness that how we've been living is no longer fulfilling. It's also important to continue personal development, redefine success, and find peace in the present while continuing to prioritize deep conversations and relationships over transactional interactions. CONNECT WITH LISA Subscribe to the so much more newsletter.
2023-10-1010 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhat Authenticity Requires of Us with Lisa McGuireIn a world filled with filters and facades, authenticity stands out. Join Lisa McGuire in an eye-opening solo episode as she discusses the power of authenticity and why it makes people uncomfortable. Explore the four reasons why people distance themselves from authenticity and learn how to overcome these barriers. Be true to yourself and unlock your true potential. In this episode you'll learn: The emergence of "authenticity" to describe "personal branding" The discomfort and resistance people feel towards "authenticity." The four reasons why people distance themselves from "authenticity." Benefits and tips of being authentic.= CONNECT WI...
2023-09-1914 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandLiving Life Large or Settling for Small with Lisa McGuireWe are often encouraged to dream really big dreams, but more often than not, we lose momentum. What happens between the spark of an idea and the motivation to follow through? Join Lisa McGuire with some insights on our choice between living life large or feeling we have to settle for small. In this episode you'll learn: Why the dreams we have as children often fall to the wayside How we have been conditioned to feel like work needs to be hard The hurdle that lives in our minds but get...
2023-07-1112 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandThe Power of the Pause with Lisa McGuireIt's not uncommon to be so busy that we don't realize what's happening in our business or lives. After a life event caused her to pause and question everything, Lisa shares insights about how the decisions we make, the actions we take, and the relationships we create all have an impact. They lead us to determine who we are, how we show up, and what we say when we do. In this episode, you'll learn, How a major health event caused her to pause to re-examine every aspect of her business The steps Lisa took to r...
2023-05-1614 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandDevelop Your Personal Brand to Accelerate Your Network with Lisa McGuireNetworking doesn't have to be transactional. It can be leveraged to build relationships with long-term benefits. Join Lisa McGuire for a solo episode as she shares how a well-developed personal brand can accelerate networking efforts. In this episode you'll learn: Why a well-developed personal brand can help you stand out in the marketplace The importance of "doing the work" to know who you are, why you do what you do, and the type of resources that you're seeking What makes a personal brand memorable and magnetic Why se...
2023-03-2814 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHow Networking Opens Doors to Relationships and Opportunities with Lisa McGuireWhen people have a passion for sharing with the world, it's a natural process when it transforms into purpose. To fulfill your purpose, you often need to find resources. Those can be discovered through the power of networking. Join Lisa McGuire as she unpacks the benefits of building the long-term relationships that can come when effectively networking. In this episode you'll learn: A definition of networking and the purpose of building your network How your network can make you valuable to others The purpose of a networking coffee and how it can create momentum...
2023-03-1422 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandOne Word Can Change Your Life with Lisa McGuireMany of us take advantage of the New Year as a time for a reset. You think about how you want to live your life differently when things this year might have fallen short. You draw a line in the sand to make a commitment and call it a New Year's resolution. This episode looks at why you make resolutions and a way to think differently to change your whole year. Join me for a New Year's conversation about how one word can get you closer to living out your passion with purpose and showing up as...
2023-01-0310 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhy We Measure Our Lives with Lisa McGuireNot only is this a celebration of 50 weekly episodes, but it's also the end-of-the-year episode for 2022. It's not unusual for people to reflect on the year and take away meaningful lessons. Lisa shares her thoughts on looking back to measure progress and how it can connect you to others. Those we choose to surround ourselves with can be one of the reasons for our progress. They can also be one of the reasons why we stall out. The people you spend your time with shape who you are. Be intentional about choosing who that is.
2022-12-2709 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand7 Reasons Why You Might Consider Podcasting with Lisa McGuirePodcasting is a growing industry and currently shows no signs of slowing down. Since Lisa started her weekly podcast 9 months ago, she frequently gets asked about the show. Why does she do it? How does it help her business? What advice would she give? Lisa unpacks some things to consider if you are contemplating starting a podcast. Join her for this solo episode to hear why she is so committed to this platform and why it may or may not be for you. Connect with Lisa Get...
2022-11-0115 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandConnect Your Customer's Problems to Your Personal Brand with Lisa McGuireThe common marketing wisdom is that we must consistently discuss our customers' problems. The challenge comes when you are hesitant trying to distinguish between what your audience wants and how to be your authentic self. The insecurity comes in when you do show up, you question if you are good enough for your audience members and if they will like your content. In this episode, you'll learn: The 3 types of problems you need to address to make a customer feel like they are understood How building a personal brand allows you to a...
2022-10-0414 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandCreativity as a Way to Generate Growth with Mike BrennanMike Brennan helps those who are creative (and those who want to be) leverage simple, practical steps for establishing a daily creative habit. This creative habit is valuable for people to develop and grow the passion and inspiration that helps us integrate who we are into our work. In this episode, you'll learn: How a primitive piece of technology hardware fueled his creative passion A contrast between creativity and a creative process The role creativity plays in business and the value it brings Where Mike finds inspiration to create The value of having a passion project to...
2022-09-2738 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandEffectively Communicate Complex Ideas with Dr. Brian GlibkowskiDr. Brian Glibkowski is an author, researcher, and futurist passionate about the role of questions and answers in business and society. During his research on questions, one simple observation stopped him in his tracks. We know a lot about questions. We know very little about answers. Brian's work has been widely recognized with an article that has been noted as one of the ten articles that will shape the 21st century. His new book, Answer Intelligence: Raise Your AQ also outlines his groundbreaking work. In this episode you'll learn: How golf instructors con...
2022-09-2040 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand5 Hurdles Holding You Back from Showing Up on LinkedIn and Online with Lisa McGuireJoin Lisa McGuire for a solo episode about a conversation taking place online, on social media, and particularly on LinkedIn. It's dealing with the area of personal branding and is one of the biggest things personal branding clients struggle with. It's about how we show up. In this episode, you'll learn The shift in the number and type of users on LinkedIn over the past 3 years and the impact on the type of content What's behind the increasing outcry against personal branding The driving force behind the demand for personal branding. HINT: It's...
2022-09-1320 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandOvercome the Resistance. It's How You Begin to Grow with Lisa McGuireMany people get to a point in their corporate careers where they start asking themselves if this is all there is. They get tired of navigating the politics, being passed over for a promotion, and suffering from burnout. Some of them decide to make the leap to be their own boss as an entrepreneur for a lifestyle they've dreamed about. Join Lisa for this solo episode where she shares a few things that people don't consider when signing up for entrepreneurship and how overcoming the resistance will help them onramp faster. In this ep...
2022-09-0617 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandPersonal Brands Can Get Paid from the Stage with Carla HowardCarla Howard helps speakers get paid from the stage. She is a TEDx-er, a mentor, a keynote speaker, a change strategist, and a dream enabler. She helps kind and ambitious women go from where they are now to where they want to be! In this episode, you'll learn: How Carla went from laid-off corporate employee to a successful solopreneur and paid speaker The common challenges faced when moving from corporate to entrepreneurship The importance of building a personal brand when you work in corporate - and how it can benefit the company you work for Mindset st...
2022-08-3044 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandFighting for My Voice with Jordan Christian LeVanJordan Christian LeVan was diagnosed with childhood verbal Apraxia at age 5. He didn't meet anyone else with Apraxia until he was 22. This left him feeling alone and isolated. But after accepting and taking ownership of his Apraxia diagnosis, he has gone on to become an Apraxia disability and mental health advocate. He's the president and founder of The Apraxia Foundation, a motivational speaker, and author of several books, including 'The Boy Who Didn't Speak, Yet'. His mission is to spread the message of acceptance and inclusion for all people and to show children who have been diagnosed wi...
2022-08-2343 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandGet a Return on Investment by Measuring Culture with Ben OrtlipBen Ortlip did the unthinkable 30 years ago. After landing a prestigious position in a highly respected ad agency, he left after asking the question "how can a job this good, be this bad?". Ben followed his curiosity to explore the cultures that drove famous brands - and what makes workers happy and productive. He has worked with huge brands like UPS, Delta, Salesforce, and Chick-fil-A, and is the creator of The Culture MRI ™ , a groundbreaking system which reports the state of culture and engagement in terms of dollars saved or lost by companies.
2022-08-1646 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandKnowing Who You Lead with Carrie-Lynn HotsonCarrie-Lynn Hotson is not your typical leadership trainer. She has a unique background, having worked as a police officer for years before becoming an HR specialist, an interview coach, mediator, facilitator, college professor, and leader. In her new leadership book, "Knowing Who You Lead," she shares the lessons learned and wisdom gained from years of interviewing, onboarding, and training new employees. This book helps leaders understand why so many employees are seeking to leave their jobs and what they can do to avoid this. In this episode, you'll learn: How to empower, engage, and...
2022-08-0934 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhen You're Ready to Stop Living Life Small with Lisa McGuireThere comes a time when many people realize they've spent most of their lives playing a game and following a script. They often end up disappointed when they realize they aren't reaching their potential when living through someone else's filter. How do we begin to break out of that mold to find out who we really are? Join Lisa for this solo episode where she shares the process she follows to help others work through this question. In this episode you'll learn: How highly regulated industries can hold you back from living your potential. Rea...
2022-08-0212 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhat You Do Is Not Who You Are with Lisa McGuireMany people get caught up in the trap of believing what you do is who you are. Join Lisa McGuire as she talks about why our focus on productivity can undermine our success. In this episode, you'll learn: How our "to-do" lists can take control of our lives How our accomplishments communicate our value The root cause behind why we feel compelled to be productive How our language is structured to push people to perform The multitude of ways we measure ourselves for validation The choice we can make between doing successful and being successful. Re...
2022-07-2612 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHow to Be a Good Human Who Sells with Catherine BrownCatherine Brown is a veteran of more than 25 years of B2B selling, a conference speaker, a sales trainer, and the author of "How Good Humans Sell; The Proven Path to B2B Sales Success," where she combines sales practices with social psychology principles. In this episode, you'll learn: The psychology behind why we find selling so hard How to sell more without the sleaze or cheese The role mindset plays in sales success and how to reframe yours The bad habits and limiting beliefs that keep us stuck The biggest reason people don't have enough sal...
2022-07-1943 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandUse Passion-Driven Action to Impact Our Children's Future with Shanera WilliamsonShanera Williamson is the creator and host of the Brown Mama Bear Podcast. By creating this platform she's put her passion into action to support a community of parents who are raising black and brown children in predominantly white spaces. Very few people have more passion than a mother who is wired to advocate for her children but it takes another level of courage to give back to future generations. In this episode you'll learn: How passion can be used to attract others to your idea and fuel building a community The impor...
2022-07-1240 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHow a Personal Brand Can Elevate Your Career with Chellie PhillipsChellie Phillips is a career brand strategist who helps people create authentic personal brands when working within a company. She teaches her clients how to get hired and promoted and take back control of their careers with practical tips. In this episode you'll learn: How personal career branding can be used to land a perfect job, build an engaging culture, or by an employer to attract rockstar talent. The impact of taking a "get-by" job on long-term earning potential The value gained by offering employees personal career brand training to keep them engaged and committed A me...
2022-07-0535 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandIntentional Leadership to Move Us Forward with Mike SippleMike Sipple Jr. is the CEO of not one, but two companies. Both align to serve the mission and vision of unlocking human potential. This episode builds on our previous discussions about the state of the workplace today. Workers want more than a job. They want work that has meaning. Leaders are not equipped to know what to do. Mike shares some actionable steps that all of us as leaders can take to build the workplace cultures to move forward. In this episode you'll learn: How to engage all workers to bring their whole s...
2022-06-2846 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHow to Monetize Your Personal Brand with Bob GentleMany people don't stop to think about how a personal brand can help them make money. Bob Gentle helps executives and entrepreneurs monetize their personal brands by implementing digital marketing in a strategic way. Join in to listen to this conversation where you will learn: How a personal brand can remove you from the commodity trap The value of personal growth in building a personal brand The importance of a leader becoming visible to his team How he uses an investment portfolio strategy when advising others on how to build a personal brand How personal branding can help y...
2022-06-2139 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand7 Promises I've Made to My Future Self with Lisa McGuireThere are milestones every year that make us stop and take a pause. The half-year mark has been a point at which Lisa McGuire has traditionally measured progress toward reaching goals. This year she decided to flip the script. Learn about the seven promises she strives to keep every day to develop her potential. In this episode you'll learn: A new way to think about recalibrating the traditional conversations that can send you into a spin How to identify a gap that will inspire you to get closer to your potential A process to fo...
2022-06-1413 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandGet Out of Your Comfort Zone with Kay Lee FukuiKay Lee Fukui is the co-founder of Power Couples by Design. This second in a two-part series explores the challenges women face when they serve as behind-the-scenes partners of a married entrepreneur. This conversation also revisits the topic of struggling with visibility and identity. In this episode you'll learn: The potential impact on children when entrepreneurial parents give all to their business Small tweaks in your business can help create enough profit to invest back in your business A different perspective about the value of a supporting partner to help make the entrepreneur make decisions Supporting part...
2022-06-0733 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandHow Married Entrepreneurs Win at Work and Life with Robert FukuiEntrepreneurs are known for going "all-in" on their business. This effort often comes at the expense of others who are left behind to get the scraps of their energy and focus. Robert Fukui shares his passion for married entrepreneurs who want to find a way to create the elusive work/life balance. Robert and co-founder/wife, Kay Lee, help entrepreneurs structure their businesses to scale and give precious time back to the owner to invest in their marriage and family. In this episode you'll learn: The opportunity to have an impact when worki...
2022-05-3148 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandVulnerability Creates Visibility with Lisa McGuireOne of the challenges of growing a personal brand is feeling safe enough to be vulnerable. When you take the time to know who you really are, the confidence to become vulnerable grows. Join Lisa McGuire to learn how Vulnerability Creates Visibility in this follow-up episode to Episode 16 (Why We Run from Visibility). In this episode you'll learn: > The power of using vulnerability to create more visibility for your personal brand > A signature framework developed to help people to be confident enough to be visible > Why do we have a ha...
2022-05-1012 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhy We Run from Visibility with Lisa McGuireWhen it comes to personal branding, one of the first questions surrounding the content created is "How much am I willing to share?" The idea of becoming visible is paralyzing for many. Lisa digs into the reasons why so many of us have a natural tendency to run from visibility. In this episode you'll learn: > How the comparison trap can lead to feeling insignificant and obscure > The reasons why we are hesitant to share who we really are > How the need to belong to a group controls how much w...
2022-05-0316 minYour Passion, Purpose and Personal BrandWhy We Should Care About The Great Resignation with Lisa McGuireJoin Lisa McGuire for a solo episode to examine the impact of The Great Resignation. In this episode you'll learn: Why nearly a quarter of the workforce walked away from their jobs in the past year. The actions they took as a result. How businesses responded to this movement. What leaders can do to help their companies survive. Areas to examine in your company structure and operations. This is the first in a series of episodes looking at how our call to find purpose is s...
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