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Live Life RichFun 2 Grow: Creating a unique experience for you & your people with Laura & Barry McAlisterImagine a mail-room clerk and improv comedian walking into a corporate boardroom. What might emerge? On this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa chats with Laura and Barry McAlister. They are the dynamic duo behind Fun2GrowOn, a company that leverages their unique backgrounds to fuel leadership development and communication strategies. Fostering high-performance teams is no child's play, but who said it couldn't be fun? Laura and Barry share their innovative approach to using interactive workshops for team development. These workshops blend personality assessments, communication modifications, and memorable experiences that encourage full participation. ...2023-12-2037 minLive Life RichImpact on Your Brand and Business with Robin K. ButlerRemember when you met someone whose fashion sense left you in awe and forced you to rethink your wardrobe? That's the impression Robin K. Butler left when Marissa first encountered her. On this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa goes beyond fashion to explore Robin’s brilliance in personal and professional development consultancy. Robin, a principal consultant at Catalyst Consulting Agency, shares her 4C model - consulting, conversation, courses, and coaching - a fantastic blueprint for successful branding, which she contends can be the rocket fuel that propels businesses forward. Navigating the maze of personal and...2023-12-1337 minLive Life RichCash Flow, Culture Creation & Crushing It in Your Business with Katy HiattPass the coffee and pull up a chair as Marissa kicks off her conversation with the incredible Katy Hiatt, a true maven in the entrepreneurial world with her combined 2 companies doing eight figures annually under her belt. On this episode of Live Life Rich, Katy shares her top secrets to entrepreneurship. She opens up about cash flow and the power of nurturing relationships, both with suppliers and employees, along with an insider's look into the distinct challenges and triumphs of the agriculture industry. Marissa’s conversation with Katy turns down memory lane as they reminisce ab...2023-12-0643 minLive Life RichSuper Fun Ways to ConnectGuaranteed to warm your heart and inspire your soul, this episode of Live Life Rich delivers practical and tactical tips for creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones this holiday season. You'll learn the art of building genuine connections that don't hinge on the weight of your wallet but the depth of your heart. We'll explore the possibility of a family Thanksgiving tablecloth, the concept of a thankful pumpkin, and the exciting idea of a Thanksgiving scavenger hunt. But remember, it's not just about the fun and games but the memories we create and cherish f...2023-11-2226 minLive Life RichUnlocking Success: From Start-Up to Scale-Up, One Step at a Time with Michelle KPrepare to be inspired as Michelle K, a seasoned business coach with 30 years of diverse experience, unravels her unique insights on goal setting - the cornerstone of success. On this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa and Michelle demystify different types of business targets beyond just financial ones and delve into practical steps to translate your vision into reality. Michelle shares her compelling narrative of personal struggles balanced with managing a flourishing business. Through her story, we discover the profound role of mindset, resilience, and a “learning attitude” in achieving success. Marissa and Mich...2023-11-1537 minLive Life Rich170: 10x Your Life and Business - Use This Impact GuideThere's a ripple effect that comes from living intentionally. On this episode of Live Life Rich, from making 10x moves in business to focusing on emotional, relational, spiritual, and even financial well-being, Marissa holds nothing back. Join Marissa as she dives into the power of ambitious goal-setting, the importance of making pivotal choices during difficult times, and the incredible transformation that comes from refusing to settle for mediocrity. She focuses on a game-changer tool for intentional living - the Impact Filter. You'll hear about her health trajectory and the deliberate choices behind each a...2023-11-0825 minLive Life RichLove Letter to Myself with Stephanie EdwardsYears ago, Stephanie Edwards and Marissa were two North Dakota farm girls with big dreams, and boy, has Stephanie made hers a reality! Now, as a keynote speaker, coach, group facilitator, and author, Stephanie is impacting lives - including Marissa’s. Her recent move to Florida and book release have transformed her journey, and she's here to share it all. Through the creation of “Love Letters to Myself,” Stephanie crafted a tool to help redirect negative self-talk into positivity, propelling us all toward personal growth. She shares a poem that is a profound reminder for all of...2023-11-0146 minLive Life RichSeven Practical, Tactical Mindset HacksOn this episode of Live Life Rich, listen in as Marissa unpacks seven essential mindset hacks she’s learned from mentors over the years and an inspiring quote from Henry Ford to stir your thoughts. We're all shaped by our thoughts, and this episode places a strong emphasis on identifying our thoughts and how they influence our lives. Marissa explores the power of positive thinking and how you can harness it to drive your life forward. We also explore the importance of family communication and how hiring a coach can aid this process. Focusing on th...2023-10-2531 minLive Life RichElevate your mindset, Elevate your life with Suzi SchaferReady to break through the barriers of your mindset and reach your full potential? Join Marissa as she interviews Suzi Schafer, a seasoned mindset coach, speaker, and founder of ElevateU. She unravels the power of mindset and its vital role in reshaping our personal growth and achieving transformational change. Suzi’s unique methodology revolves around eight key areas of transformational change, including breaking away from limiting beliefs and behaviors, fostering a growth mindset, and establishing healthy habits. She shares her profound insights, offering a fresh perspective on how our beliefs, thoughts, and actions intricately weave th...2023-10-1846 minLive Life RichEliminating Silent Killers with Monica MaddenStruggling with depression for over 40 years and then witnessing her daughter's battles with allergies triggered Monica Madden's life-altering journey into brain health strategy. On this episode of Live Life Rich, meet Monica, a published author, speaker, trainer, and coach who has dedicated her life to identifying and eliminating the silent killers that lurk in our everyday lives, especially in the products we use and consume. Join Marissa and Monica as Monica introduces the work of Dr. Daniel Aiman, a world-renowned brain health expert, and shares her proven strategies for leading a healthier life. Hear how...2023-10-121h 01Live Life RichLife Happens Part 1Are you prepared for life's inevitable curveballs? This episode of Live Life Rich the topic head-on - creating a robust life, leadership, and legacy plan. Women are living longer, and it's crucial to have a plan that matches this longevity. Have you ever considered the cost of death and how to prepare for it? Listen as Marissa explores funeral planning and insurance. Life insurance isn't just about death; it's about understanding the difference between temporary and permanent needs and how hybrid policies can provide long-term care benefits. Ownership and legacy planning are the...2023-09-2836 minLive Life RichBefore you pull the trigger … partnerships vs. collaborations, it’s life or death to your future.Ready to revolutionize the way you form partnerships and collaborations? Marissa is diving headfirst into a deep discussion on the three critical phases of business - startup, scale-up, and exit strategy - and providing you with essential insights and traits to look out for when selecting your copilots for this journey. This episode of Live Life Rich is packed with insights on identifying a potential partner's work ethic. Marissa also shares a roadmap for creating a Freedom Plan to help propel individuals and entrepreneurs toward their dreams. Finally, she equips you with ten vi...2023-09-2025 minLive Life RichMindshifts vs. MindsetsWhen a category three hurricane knocked at Marissa’s door, it wasn't just the shutters that needed battening down. My mindset required a complete shift, a laser-like focus that Bruce Lee would be proud of. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa explores how our attitudes and preparation tools can morph our perception of fear and the biggest challenges we encounter in life. Marissa shares her experience at the Maxwell Leadership Conference and highlights how crucial learning from others can be for personal growth. She also discusses the immense importance of creating an accountability tea...2023-09-0634 minLive Life RichEmpire Building Part Two: Connect Your Mission and Your Money to Your TeamMarissa is spilling the beans on crafting a stellar team, and you’re getting a front-row seat to the importance of defining roles, aligning goals, and setting expectations for individual team members. In this episode of Live Life Rich, drawing on the lessons learned from Marissa’s 30 years in financial services, we'll explore the five core values that are a non-negotiable part of our success - integrity, service, team, innovation, and hope. You'll see why clear instructions and expectations are important, but equally crucial is encouraging your team to take initiative and embrace tools to keep...2023-08-3035 minLive Life RichEmpire Building Part One: Passion, Purpose, and MissionToday, prepare to be swept off your feet as Marissa takes you on a journey across Ireland, engaging with some extraordinary business leaders who have unlocked the secrets of success. In today's episode of Life Life Rich, Marissa shares insights from her conversations with the remarkable Joanne Hession, founder and CEO of LiFT Ireland, John C. Maxwell, a renowned authority in leadership, and Birgitta, owner of the widely acclaimed Burren Smokehouse. They share their journeys, imparting valuable lessons about ambition, determination, and the undeniable fact that success doesn't come with shortcuts. Marissa will guide you...2023-08-2330 minLive Life RichSix Steps to Building Connections and NetworksGather around all you aspiring networkers and relationship builders for an episode that might change your professional journey! Ever wondered what it takes to conquer the networking world? The secret is courage and stepping out of your comfort zone, as Marissa learned while navigating her mastermind group. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa will share tried-and-tested strategies for preparing for networking events: everything from setting the mood with the right music to mastering the art of asking thought-provoking questions. Here, we thrive, not just survive, and Marissa will share her six-step...2023-08-1633 minLive Life RichPart 2 Use What You’ve GotMarissa guarantees by the time you're finished listening to this episode, you'll not only recognize your unique abilities but also find innovative ways to put them to work. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa shares the stories of everyday heroes like Mike and Lexi, who are using their one-of-a-kind skills to build a life of fulfillment and extra income. And if you've ever entertained the idea of starting a side hustle or if you're curious about maximizing what you already have, then this is the episode for you. Finally, Marissa pivots to examine...2023-08-0925 minLive Life RichUse What You’ve GotMarissa’s recent travel adventure with her daughter had its fair share of unexpected twists and turns. It reminded her of the importance of recognizing and leveraging our unique skills in the face of challenges. Today's episode of Live Life Rich discusses the power of assessments, the art of utilizing our gifts, and the joy of celebrating our victories. Marissa chats with Kent, a seasoned business owner and dear friend, about his entrepreneurship journey to the significance of setting goals and expectations in business. Guided by his passion for serving and loving kids, Kent shares how...2023-08-0229 minLive Life RichLearn and Apply the Secret to Create Your Rich Life155: Learn and Apply the Secret to Create Your Rich LifeMarissa has had the good fortune in her travels to witness some of the world's most awe-inspiring masterpieces, from the intricate ceiling of the Sistine Chapel to the captivating structure of the Louvre. These experiences profoundly resonated with her, leading to a revelation about the richness of life - a richness that lies not just in our bank accounts but in our hearts, relationships, and spiritual beings. This episode of Live Life Rich is not just about her explorations but an invitation for you to think about your own life, the impact you're making, and th...2023-07-2623 minLive Life RichPart 2: 14 Rules Mastered by MillionairesHave you ever wondered how millionaires manage their wealth? Let's uncover these secrets together on Live Life Rich. We're not just talking about financial wealth but wealth in knowledge, investing in yourself, and the ways to leverage resources to create a rich life for you and those around you. Let's get into the nitty-gritty - the money strategies. Keeping finances organized and tracking expenses is a game-changer, and understanding how money flows is a millionaire's secret weapon. Turning money into a game and mastering it can lead you to financial success. Lastly, let's...2023-07-1930 minLive Life RichPart 1: 14 Rules Mastered By MillionairesPrepare for a revelation as we unpack 14 nuggets of wisdom gleaned from multi-millionaires over three decades. You'll learn the practices and habits of the successful and discover the power of a daily agenda for ultimate focus. We're not just about financial growth here; we're talking about emotional, relational, spiritual, and even physical richness. We'll tackle an essential mindset shift - recognizing money as a tool for betterment, not an object of disdain. Marissa will let you in on the top three places to invest your hard-earned money today. And it's not just about financial investments...2023-07-1234 minLive Life RichLet Freedom Ring … How to Build Your Freedom PlanWelcome aboard the journey to personal and financial independence! Let Marissa guide you through creating a freedom plan to lead you to a fulfilling life. In this episode of Live Life Rich, she’ll unfold the essence of independence and its significance in shaping our lives. Stepping into financial freedom, Marissa draws wisdom from her grandfather's famous phrase, “Make hay while the sun shines.” Discover your freedom number, the amount you need to generate an annual income of $150,000, and sketch your own map to financial independence. She tackles the complexities of inflation, taxes, and other consid...2023-07-0526 minLive Life RichStand on My Shoulders … Lessons From a MastermindDo you ever feel stuck in your own life, wondering how to level up and truly live life rich? In this episode, Marissa walks you through her transformative experience with the Live Life Rich Ladies group. Surrounding yourself with growth-minded individuals can catapult you to new heights in business, relationships, and success. Marissa shares insights on investing in yourself, decluttering your life, and being open to change and correction. Learn how to create space for new opportunities and how these connections can lead to unstoppable success. Marissa invites you to join a supportive...2023-06-2829 minLive Life RichSeven Steps to Create a Successful Business PlanMarissa Nehlsen Welcome back to Live Life Rich! In this episode, Marissa gets back to the basics and outlines the essentials of creating a great business plan. She breaks down the seven core components every successful business plan needs: Summary & Goals, Products & Services, Customers, Competitors, Operations, Marketing & Sales, and Financials. Marissa emphasizes the importance of evaluating each area on a scale of one to ten and shares her thoughts on crafting a one-page business plan that can take your startup to new heights. Each component can help you analyze your business and develop an effective hiring and...2023-06-2120 minLive Life RichHow to Create 8 Streams of Income for Financial FreedomImagine having your money work for you 24/7, becoming your best employee, and creating a life rich in both wealth and gratitude. Sounds amazing, right? Well, today's episode of Live Life Rich is all about helping you master your finances and explore the eight streams of income everyone should consider for their portfolio. Inspired by a quote from Oprah Winfrey, Marissa also talks about the importance of gratitude and how it relates to our financial lives. Listen in as Marissa breaks down each of the eight income streams and provides tips for making your money work harder, so...2023-06-1426 minLive Life RichRecession-Proof Your BusinessA recession is looming, and knowing how to withstand the storm is vital to staying financially healthy in your business and home. Surviving a winter means shoring up your cupboards, and the same applies when it comes to weathering a recession. In this episode of Life Life Rich, Marissa gives you seven steps to take to make sure you’re ready for the coming storm. You’ll hear how following these seven simple steps can keep your business healthy while setting you up to earn more in the future. In this epis...2023-05-3120 minLive Life RichMaybe You Should Give Up with Byron MorrisonLiving a rich, happy life is driven by the decisions you make every single day. High achievers often fall into the trap of looking to the end result of their goal and don’t realize that the journey is where their happiness lies. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa interviews author and mindset and high-performance strategist Byron Morrison about his new book and what it takes to create a happy life. You’ll hear why living in the present is empowering, how you can overcome the comparison trap, and where happiness come...2023-05-2437 minLive Life Rich12 Steps to Start a BusinessOwning a business can give you the freedom to pursue the life you really want. If you’re contemplating starting a business, there are some steps every entrepreneur should take to avoid problems later. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa outlines the 12 steps you need to take to start a business. These practical steps will help you get on the right track and prevent loss of time or money down the line. In this episode, you will hear: The good, bad, and ugly of owning a business The fi...2023-05-1735 minLive Life RichThe secret to their success: What every graduate needs to knowMany of us complain about the younger generations but ask yourself if you’re doing anything to teach them about life. We’re so busy with our lives--saving for retirement, college, vacations, cars, houses--that we forget to give those valuable lessons to our children. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa shares 12 valuable money skills we can pass on to our children before they graduate. Marissa is passionate about pouring into the next generation and believes passing on these 12 skills will help you do the same. In this episode, you will h...2023-05-1035 minLive Life RichNine Massive Mistakes Entrepreneurs MakeAs entrepreneurs, we know that failure is part of the path to success. However, there are some common mistakes entrepreneurs make, and by avoiding them, you can increase your chances of success. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa explains the nine most common mistakes entrepreneurs make and why they can be detrimental to your business. Learn how to prevent your business from tripping up over these easy-to-avoid errors. In this episode, you will hear: Putting your product first and your people last Being hindered by fear of “what if...2023-05-0327 minLive Life RichEQ to Master Your World with John Manzano Part 3Did you know that the two biggest complaints of single people and married couples are exactly the same? It isn’t your partner’s job to make you happy, and by having clear principles to guide your life and learning from your mistakes, you can improve every important relationship in your life. In this episode of Live Life Rich, John Manzano joins Marissa again to share his thoughts on relationships and how to nurture them in all aspects of life. You’ll hear John’s secret to counseling engaged couples and helping them stand th...2023-04-2651 minLive Life RichEQ to Master Your World with John Manzano Part 2Conflict in our relationships can leave us with bad feelings and not understanding where we went wrong. Knowing the love languages of the people who mean the most to you can completely transform the ways you communicate with them. In this episode of Live Life Rich, John Manzano continues his conversation with Marissa about how you can create a “friendly landing strip” for the most important people around you. John provides some practical tips for improving your relationships with just one simple question. In this episode, you will hear: How you...2023-04-1925 minLive Life RichEQ to Master Your World with John Manzano Part 1Emotional intelligence is a term being thrown around a lot lately, especially in the corporate space, but what if you could apply it to your personal life? Having the self-awareness to know what triggers your emotions can be transformative for your personal relationships. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa welcomes pastor and coach John Mazano to the show to share practical strategies you can use to address problem areas in your relationships. John’s nuggets of wisdom from his life and 56-year-long marriage will leave you with food for thought for da...2023-04-1241 minLive Life Rich10x lessons from Stedman Graham and OprahNo one accomplishes their goals or changes the world without a plan. Having actionable steps to move toward your dream can take it from a dream to a reality. Earlier this year, Marissa was in Las Vegas for a conference where she heard Stedman Graham reveal the nine steps he uses to achieve outstanding success. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa shares the nine steps you can implement in your life to create greater success. In this episode, you will hear: The nine-step success process Oprah and Stedman...2023-04-0527 minLive Life RichBeyond Your Wildest Dreams with Alegre & NataschaBuilding a practical morning routine and having structure in your life can be foundational for achieving your goals. If you have structure in your life--including self-care routines--you can help avoid burnout. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Alegre Ramos and Natascha Corrigan are talking to Marissa about why you’re never too old to get a new habit, why self-care is crucial for moms, and why creating new habits should be actionable and sustainable. Alegre and Natascha are habit experts, and following their advice can lead you to live your life rich....2023-03-2951 minLive Life RichTake Back Your Life … Strategies to Eliminate Stress with Dr. Tamara BeckfordEveryone experiences fatigue, but burnout can leave you feeling like a shell of your former self. If you want to take back your life, you have to focus on self-care. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Dr. Tamara Beckford joins Marissa to talk about the difference between burnout and fatigue, how to fight burnout, and strategies to maintain your positivity when your environment doesn’t foster it. Take back control of your life and hear the three ways to create more balance for yourself. In this episode, you will hear:...2023-03-2244 minLive Life RichEmpower You … It’s Possible … Here’s How with Julie Zaruba FountaineYour well-being is too often neglected, and if you want to live life rich, you have to incorporate healthy habits. What if you could incorporate some habits into your daily routine that put you on the path to nurturing and improving your well-being? In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa speaks to Julie Zaruba Fountaine, a well-being expert with more than a decade of experience and founder of EMPOWER Possible. Julie shares some tips for handling daily stress while maintaining your well-being, some common myths about well-being, and how to create margin...2023-03-1541 minLive Life RichGrow Series: Get Results, Optimize Wealth … Money, Movers, and ShakersIf you want to invest in your future, you have to control your finances. Meeting your financial goals starts with understanding how money and investments work. In this episode, Marissa shares how to begin getting your finances in order, starting with your checking and savings accounts. Marissa breaks down the different investment types, how compound interest can magnify your wealth, and the three places you can invest your money. In this episode, you will hear: Why you should understand your financial goals and how to invest it ...2023-02-1534 minLive Life RichTurn on the light … the enemy lives in the darkWho would you be if you knew you couldn’t fail? We can be a gift to ourselves and others if we understand that our human connection can make a difference in our lives. In this episode, Marissa shares an emotional personal story and wants to remind you that no one’s life is perfect, but you can refuel yourself by serving others. If you or someone you love is struggling, you are loved and needed, and it’s okay to be bold and not give up. In this episode, you will h...2023-02-0829 minLive Life RichGrow Series: Get Results, Optimize Wealth, Prepare & Save: Big MoneyToday’s topic can be tough, but if you want to live life rich, you have to have a plan--just like going to the grocery store. We’re all trying to preserve, protect, grow, build and optimize what we have, and having the right insurance types in place can help you avoid big problems down the road. In this episode, Marissa will help you figure out what insurance you need, whether or not you need to change it based on the phase of life you’re in, and who will suffer if you put this off on...2023-02-0130 minLive Life RichGrow Series: Get Results, Optimize Wealth - Oh My, A Four-Letter WordWhen we think of debt, most of us view it as a four-letter word. Debt can take over your life and destroy it, but it can also be a tool to build your best life. Debt doesn’t have to be a four-letter word, and in this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa explains why having a plan can help you leverage your debt to maximize your wealth. In this episode, you will hear: How much debt the average American has in comparison to their earning potential and average income. What good an...2023-01-1837 minLive Life RichGrow Series: Get Results, Optimize Wealth - WIGSIt’s a topic that none of us want to discuss, but it affects every area of our lives: money. To achieve the WIGS you’ve set for yourself, you have to address cash flow and debt. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa shares her method of evaluating cash flow and debt in your business, how you can optimize your life by optimizing your wealth, and why you need an accountability partner. In this episode, you will hear: How to evaluate your business cash flow and debt using Marissa’s method...2023-01-1133 minLive Life RichGrowth Series: Get Results, Optimize Wealth: My Secret WeaponThe New Year is here, and we’re starting it off full of energy, life, and abundance. In this episode of Live Life Rich, Marissa explains how to set your wildly important goals (WIGs). There are five core areas of your life to address, and Marissa shares the questions you should be asking to set your 2023 goals. In this episode, you will hear: What WIGs are and how to begin prioritizing them The secret to success is in your daily routine How to write, organize, and form a strategy to achieve your go...2023-01-0443 minLive Life RichHow to Reclaim Control and Make Every Situation a Win-Win with Gail Rudolph, Part 2Today, we bring you Part 2 of my conversation with Gail Rudolph where we talk about the 6 principles of persuasion. She’s the go-to expert on how to harness this inner personal power and create these win-win situations. As a Cialdini Method Certified Trainer, Gail’s mission is to help people who feel alone, overlooked, unheard and underestimated in their fields to tap into their power and use their unique expertise, perspectives and opinions to be heard and valued in every situation and interaction. Gail has spent many years as an executive maneuvering the power situations that happen ever...2021-07-2821 minLive Life RichStrategies to Live Life Rich from Think and Grow Rich Part 3If you have a burning desire, you can achieve it. Help enough people reach their burning desires and you’ll see the result for yourself. I can promise you this because I’m living proof of it. Today, I’m teaching you exactly how I got here. Over the last couple of episodes, I’ve shared the first eight steps for applying the strategies in Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. Today I’ve got the last four waiting for you. This is my 12 step program to thinking and growing rich. However...2021-06-1627 minLive Life RichStrategies to Live Life Rich from Think and Grow Rich Part 2Today I am once again sharing strategies that have helped me become a millionaire. These strategies come from the book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. Many of you have probably read this book before. However, there’s more to it than you think. The key here isn’t that you just think and grow rich. The key is that you begin to think into the strategies from the book and then apply and make a plan for them. That’s exactly what I’m teaching you how to do today. I’m sh...2021-06-0931 minLive Life RichStrategies to Live Life Rich from Think and Grow RichLiving life rich all comes down to our mindset, vision, purpose, plan, and goals. What do you do that matters? What kind of attitude are you getting up with every day? What does your mindset say about you? Over the next few episodes, I’m going to share with you a 12-step process that will help you live life rich and answer these questions. The 12 steps come from a book I’ve studied for many years: Think and Grow Rich. They are real-life strategies that have served me well in th...2021-06-0231 minLive Life RichMoney Rules to Get Rich or Stay BrokeRules. Many of us don’t like them, but all of us follow them. Rules are even more important when we’re talking about money. So today I’m sharing my top 8 money rules with you. These are rules you don’t want to break. In fact, you can’t afford to break them. If you do, you’ll stay broke. Even if you’ve made plenty of money up until now, you just cannot break these rules. These rules are proven and time-tested. I’ve seen them play out over and over again i...2021-05-2631 minLive Life RichThe Art of the Introduction Part 2In this episode, I am getting into part 2 of my series The Art of the Introduction. As I mentioned last week, back in the day I had various mentors who taught me this art. Everything I am sharing is a compilation of the things that have made me successful. They’ve helped me succeed in my relationships, in growing forward in those relationships, and ultimately in my business. So today I am sharing the next 3 steps to the art of the introduction. I am dissecting the statement that it’s not what you know...2021-05-1929 minLive Life RichThe Art of the Introduction Part 1Today we are kicking off an amazing two-part series: The Art of the Introduction. This is a concept I learned years ago. It is one of the main things I attribute to helping me not only live life rich but also have a fun experience with people. It all started when I would go to K-Mart and talk to new moms about their insurance policies for their babies. However, as you entrepreneurs know, I never started the conversation talking about insurance. I started with a genuine and purposeful introduction. Throughout this s...2021-05-1232 minLive Life RichHow to Master Copywriting to Increase Your Sales with Geoff KullmanIf you’re an entrepreneur in the product development industry, you probably want to take your product or service to the next level. That’s what your business is all about, isn’t it? Well, you’re in luck. Today’s guest is the very person you want helping you with this. Geoff Kullman is a direct response copywriter and brand strategist who helps his clients connect, build, scale, and launch six- and seven-figure digital products. Geoff has worked with some of the biggest names in this industry. As a result, he’s not only a we...2021-05-0535 minLive Life RichKnow Your Numbers with Jim AdamsWhere are you -- right here, right now? Where do you want to be? For most of us, the answers to those two questions are not the same. Where we are is not where we want to be. That is why I brought Jim Adams onto the show today. Jim is the owner of a multimillion-dollar consulting business where he helps small business owners get from where they are to where they want to be. He is truly an expert at what he does. Not only does Jim thrive...2021-04-2841 minLive Life RichHow to Become a Better Leader with Mark MissigmanIf you want to be a strong leader, you must start with servant leadership. Throughout my life, I’ve learned so much about that concept just by being in proximity with the incredible Mark Missigman. I brought him onto the show today to talk more about leadership. A lot of Mark’s leadership experience came from his 20 years in the Navy. He is a decorated serviceman and yet he is incredibly humble. Mark is now an Executive Director with the John Maxwell Team and owns his own leadership and training development company. Most...2021-04-2149 minLive Life RichMillion Dollar Ideas To Master Your Life, Money & Business Part 2In this episode, I am dropping the things that have created the multi-million dollar business I have today. I’ve looked back over my life and identified what led me to where I am. These strategies are both timeless and timely. They have brought me from a 6-figure, to a 7-figure, to a now 8-figure business. These strategies aren’t just important for your business, though. They are important for your entire life. They are important because your life, family, ho...2021-04-1434 minLive Life RichMillion Dollar Ideas To Master Your Life, Money, & Business Part 1Today, as we come off of the million dollar mistakes series, we are instead going to talk about million dollar ideas. Many of you realized you were making some of the mistakes we went over in the last few episodes. Well, here’s your chance to overcome them. These million dollar ideas will help you grow forward in your business and in your personal life. They are practical methods and habits you can start implementing this week--even today. That’s where it really begins. Yo...2021-04-0726 minLive Life RichThe Role of “Thank-You” in Nonprofits with David OaksToday I brought on a very special guest for all of you. David Oaks is a master at what he does. He is a master of communication and of ideas that will help you in your business and life. David has spent over 40 years in ministry. He has touched thousands and thousands of lives in his time as a pastor. He also has an amazing message for the nonprofit world. That is part of what we are discussing on the show. David is now retired, but he hasn’t stopped. He’s con...2021-03-3152 minLive Life RichCheck In's, Check Up's, Don't Check OutYou’ve heard the phrase, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” When we say that, we’re talking about our physical health. We’re talking about doing the things we need to consistently do in order to stay as physically healthy as we can. However, no one talks about the strategies for staying healthy in every other area of life. In those areas, we tend to check out instead. The problem is, when we check out, things are left to chance. We won’t achieve our goals. We won’t have the liv...2021-03-2442 minLive Life RichMillion Dollar Mistakes Part 4: Start Now and Never QuitToday is part 4 of the million dollar mistakes series. I’m sharing with you the colossal mistakes that, if you make them, will cost you millions in your life and business. However, I’m not leaving you there. I’m also sharing the very things you need to do in order to avoid those million dollar mistakes. There is so much need in this area. Whether you’re the founder of a startup or a long-time entrepreneur, you need good thinking partners to come alongside you and help you succeed. That’s just the role I...2021-03-1735 minLive Life RichMillion Dollar Mistakes Session 3: How to Master the Numbers You Must Know and Create Your ScorecardIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the 3rd million dollar mistake. Not knowing what I was doing in this area cost me thousands of dollars and sleepless nights. You don’t have to make that same mistake. I’m going to give you the exact steps you need to take in order to avoid it. To sum it up, you need to be measuring your success in your business. Measuring success starts with having a balanced scorecard. On a scorecard, you take the 5 core areas of your business and create systems...2021-03-1028 minLive Life RichMillion-Dollar Mistakes: How to Pick the Right Thinking Partners in These Five Core AreasToday, I am talking about another million-dollar mistake many entrepreneurs make. I love helping people with their businesses. I love helping people make a difference in the world with the things that set their souls on fire. But if you’re making this mistake, you will never get there. You will stay unhappy and broke--not just financially, but across the board. From a once-poor kid who was raised in the trailer courts, I’m telling you that you don’t have to live that way any longer. You can take control of this area. ...2021-03-0332 minLive Life RichMillion Dollar Mistakes Session One: The Three Departments You Must MasterI want you to wake up with determination and go to bed with satisfaction. I want you to build the life of your dreams. I want you to live life rich, whatever that means for you. This is what I preach every week and the very reason I started this podcast. Over the next few weeks, I want to dig even deeper into it. As long-time listeners know, there are 5 core areas of our life. In this upcoming series, I’m going to be focusing on financials. We are going to be...2021-02-2429 minLive Life RichTake Back Your Life Part 2: How To Find Balance In Every Area Of Your Life And BusinessLast week, I gave you the first 5 steps for taking back your life. Today, I’m continuing right on with the next 5. These are keys I’ve picked up along the way for living a life of balance. They are the strategies I consistently use because, when I don’t, I go off track. Many of us business owners are jugglers. We attempt to juggle dozens of balls at once. Sometimes, this is okay. There are short-term goals that are like rubber balls--if we drop them, they’ll bounce and we’ll...2021-02-1729 minLive Life RichTake Back Your Life Part 1: How To Create Work-Life BalanceToday, I am talking about an issue that is very near and dear to my heart right now. We’re smack dab in the middle of COVID-19. Many of us are working from home. Because of all of that and more, there is a disturbing lack of work-life balance. People are overworked and burnt out. They are neglecting self-care and the things in life that should be coming first. I want more for you. In this first episode of this new series, I’m teaching you how to create work-life balance for...2021-02-1024 minLive Life RichHow To Build A Personal Brand Through Storytelling with Mike KimFinding the right people to help you live out your dreams is key to living life rich. These people become our tribe and carry us through the transitions we each experience. One of those people in my life is my dear friend Mike Kim. Mike has mentored me, served me, and blown my professional world up over the last year. Every day, Mike helps people with personal brands clarify who they are, what they do, and what they want. He gives these people hope that they can become better versions of themselves. A...2021-02-0343 minLive Life RichHow to Formulate New Patterns To Transform Your Relationships w/ Michelle DeeringWe all want to live life rich in every area of life and relationships are the key to this. You just cannot live life rich without having rich relationships. This week’s guest, Michelle Deering, is a relationship expert. She is a graduate of Brown University, licensed psychologist, and best-selling author on Amazon. If you’re a mom, you know the struggle of connecting with your children. This is only made harder when they are young women who are constantly developing and changing. However, Michelle is a treasure-house of knowledge when it comes to con...2021-01-2737 minLive Life RichDetox Or Die: Why Detoxing Is Crucial For Your Health & Wellbeing with Mia ArancilloYou all know that I love to talk about how to live life rich in every area of life: emotionally, relationally, spiritually, financially, and physically. Today, we are honing in on that last area. Mia Arancillo is a health and mindset coach. I met her through the John Maxwell Team a few years ago and have been following her and benefitting from her tips on social media ever since. I brought her on to talk about how to detox physically. This is an area of our life where we have to live life rich--we don’t...2021-01-2035 minLive Life RichSpiritual Detox with Joshua FinleyIf 2020 wasn’t your best year, I want to talk about how to move that forward. I’m a move forward person. It’s why I do what I do. I help people move from where they are to where they want to be. What better time to share that with all of you than in the new year and what better person to talk about it with than Josh Finley? I have followed Josh over the last few years. The things that I have learned from him in that time are perfect for th...2021-01-1343 minLive Life RichFinancial Detox: Cleaning Out The Clutter And Replacing It With CashToday I am teaching you how to detox your life, your money, and your world. I am making sure that when you go into 2021, you go in bigger, better, stronger, ready, prepared, equipped, called, sourced, and resourced with everything you need to live life rich. I am showing you how to get you in a great place spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and financially. It all starts with a detox. Detox is not just about health. It can affect many different areas of your life. It’s all about cleaning out the clutter an...2021-01-0634 minLive Life RichCrucial Questions to Creating Wins and Wows When Evaluating and ReflectingWe’re all driving along the path of life. Sometimes, we have the right people in the rights seats, while at other times we’re on the struggle bus. Today, I’m teaching you how I navigate my own struggle bus. The truth is, I make mistakes every day. I’ve experienced a lot of wins and wows, but I’ve also experienced incredible struggles. Most of the time, it’s because I’m driving in the wrong direction. If you’re at this same place, you need to get focused. You need to listen to the...2020-12-3042 minLive Life Rich"The Silent Killer of Your Credit and Cash… How to Protect Your Identity"This is going to be a different kind of episode. Normally, I like to get you excited. I like to inspire you to live life rich. But today I want to talk about how to protect you and your family. I want to prepare you so you aren’t left cleaning up mistakes. In 2014, my credit information was stolen. I thought it would never happen to me because I had protected everything. The one thing I hadn’t protected, though, was the one thing I needed. I was left having to pay a fort...2020-12-2328 minLive Life Rich6 Simple Strategies for Money AcquisitionEver since I was a little girl, I’ve loved books. Books have been one of my best mentors. I’ve gone on great adventures through them. They’ve broadened my mind and satisfied my curiosity. Books have been a big part of equipping me to live life rich. Today, I’m sharing with you 6 money-making strategies from one of my favorite books. Those strategies are: Start thy purse to fattening Make thy gold multiply Control thy expenditures Guard your treasures from loss Increase thy ability to earn Make of thy dwelling place a p...2020-12-1639 minLive Life RichHow To Clarify Your Company Culture with David McGlennanMy guest today is David McGlennan. Not only is he one of my dearest friends, but he’s also been a great example of how to live life rich with your family and with your focus. David has demonstrated by example how to create the business and life that you want. David has also shared the stage with big names and trained leaders all over the world. At the end of the day, he’s a leader you want to follow. Today, I’m talking to David about his behaviors and the habits he practices on a da...2020-12-0936 minLive Life RichHow To Be Prepared If You Don’t Get One More Day: Things To Consider Before You PassToday I want to share with you about one more day. After the last episode where I shared the 7 lessons I learned from my mom, I realized how many out there have lost their moms. I thought about all of those who wished they had just one more day with their loved ones. Many of you didn’t get to spend the last moments of your loved one’s life with them. You wish you had just one more day. So, today I’m teaching you the things to prepare for in case you don’...2020-12-0237 minLive Life RichThe Amazing Adventures Of JaJa ConMy purpose with this podcast is to come alongside you and help you live the life of your dreams--a life that is not by default, but one that you’ve designed. I can’t think of a better way to do this than by sharing the lessons I’ve learned from the person who’s changed my life the most. This woman has spoken life into me, prayed over me, and helped me make some of the most important decisions at critical times in my life. The lessons she’s taught me have shaped my life, my b...2020-11-2532 minLive Life RichMistakes You Don’t Want To Make If You Want To Retire Early And Stay RetiredOver the next few weeks, I’m talking all about retirement--what you can do to keep yourself safe, growing, moving forward, and protecting yourself and your family. Today, I’m covering the mistakes. I am now financially free. I work not because I have to, but because I want to. However, I realized years ago that freedom comes at a cost. That cost becomes exponentially greater if you don’t master this part of your life early. I want you to master this. I want financial freedom for you, too. That’s why I’m...2020-11-1835 minLive Life RichHow To Have An Epic Comeback From Failures To An Awesome FutureIf you’ve ever had to figure out how to reinvent yourself, transition, or move to the next level, I’m with you. You are not alone. There have been so many questions coming in lately about failure. I myself have had epic failure points in my own life. You are not the only one who wants and needs to make a comeback. Today I am sharing the actual steps I take when I need an epic comeback. Keep listening and you will hear great, powerful come back tools. The truth is, if you’ve...2020-11-1130 minLive Life RichHow To Navigate College with Bryan HardingIf you’ve got kids in middle or high school, this is an episode you will not want to miss. Today my dear friend Bryan Harding and I are talking all about how to navigate college. Bryan has been in the financial services world in one way or another since 1996. He has a long-standing career in giving financial advice. Today, Bryan travels to high schools and teaches parents how to go through the college process. He also provides individual consulting in this area. He is truly a leading expert in saving money when sending your kids...2020-11-0440 minLive Life RichTaking Control Of Your Money, Refinancing, And Interest RatesNow more than ever before in my career, I am seeing low-interest rates. This could be a giant opportunity for you. You just need to know what you’re doing and how to navigate these interest rates in the current economic times. It’s not how much we make, but how much we keep that matters. Take advantage of today’s interest rates to keep more of your money than ever before. How? By refinancing your mortgage. My rule of thumb is that if you can reduce your interest rate by 1%-2% or...2020-10-2829 minLive Life RichThe Keys For Executing Your Plan And Moving Your Business ForwardIn business, we talk a lot about strategy, but not a lot about execution. Business schools don’t teach their students how to execute their plans. So, in this episode, I’m teaching you how to execute. I’m giving you the keys to implementing your plan in any area of life. I’m providing the very key tips and tools I use in my own planning. When you break it down, execution is really having a good action plan. It’s taking small action steps every day that move you towards what...2020-10-2134 minLive Life RichWhat To Do If You’re New: How To Crush The Next 90 DaysI recently asked you all what questions you would ask me if we got to spend a day together. There were an overwhelming number of questions on what to do if you’re new. More than ever before, people are taking on new endeavors. COVID-19 has changed our lives and the way we do everything. So, today, I’m giving you some time-tested strategies you can do if you’re new. These are the practices to implement in order to date your business. In a new relationship, you put your best foot forward. So, da...2020-10-1439 minLive Life RichHow to Never Waste a Day - The Power of Living IntentionallyToday I am telling you about one of the greatest gifts I’ve ever received. It’s one that has affected how I’ve lived out my life since 2016. If you know my story, you know that my former fiance died on Christmas Day in 2016. Before he died, he gave me the gift of telling me, “Truly live. Never waste a day.” That is what I want to pass on to all of you today. Today matters. Living intentionally affects every area of your health, financials, relationships, and future. But what does being intentional...2020-10-0731 minLive Life RichMarketing Your Movement And Knowing Your Why with Duane ZingaleIf you’ve got a passion that you want to turn into profit, you have to take your business to a place where you can connect with your audience. This will only happen when you start thinking about that business as a movement. A movement is about your passion and zest for life. It’s about the things you love. That’s why the most important first step in business is to know your why. When you ask yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing and why you’re serving those you serve, you will be...2020-09-3036 minLive Life RichCrucial Connections: How To Build A Never-Ending List Of ReferralsI love practical strategies, I love business, and I love growth. That is the whole point of this show. Specifically, it is the whole point of this episode. Because today we are talking about the lifeblood of your business: crucial connections. I believe we all drink from someone else’s well. So, in your business, you must get connected, stay connected, and keep building amazing connections along the way. Whether you’re a professional in the industry or a small business entrepreneur, I’d tell you the same thing. Whatever you do, it’s all about con...2020-09-2336 minLive Life RichBuried Or Built: How To Navigate Business ChallengesWe are in a time when businesses must make a decision: are they going to build or are they going to get buried? If you’re a business owner and want to build, there are specific steps you must take. You have to be committed to the process. You can’t give up or get impatient when it’s taking longer than you expected. Instead, you’ve got to look around at the opportunities all around you. Ask good questions, get good counsel, and take action. Because if you don’t, you will get buried...2020-09-1633 minLive Life RichHow To Value Yourself And Price For Profit with Paul KleinIf you undervalue yourself, so will the market. Because of this, it is integral to price for profit. Entrepreneur Paul Klein knows this in his heart of hearts. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies and household names and has transformed their businesses. His sweet spot is helping companies make that jump towards valuing themselves with their pricing. You can turn your passion into profit. It’s just a matter of overcoming fear and stepping out. If you want to build your business around your lifestyle, live free from the constraints of you...2020-09-0935 minLive Life RichThe 5 Critical P’s of A Millionaire’s MindsetThe goal of this show is always to empower, educate, and equip you in a holistic way. I want to teach you to be the best you can be emotionally, physically, relationally, spiritually, and financially. Because of this, I’m always sharing the very tips and tricks I share with my clients. They are the things I’ve learned over the years. They are the things I’ve told people every day to help them live life rich. One of the biggest of these tools is the 5 P’s. They are the 5 critical areas in business...2020-09-0237 minLive Life RichThe Biggest Money Making Line On Your Tax ReturnIt’s time to take back your tax return. There are 2 sets of tax codes today: one for the informed and one for the uninformed. After this episode, you’ll have the chance to be one of the informed. Your money is yours to do with it as you choose. You can give it to the IRS or you can give it to your retirement. I’m giving you the information you need to empower you to take it back. It all comes down to Schedule 1, Line 15 of your tax return. This one line wi...2020-08-2631 minLive Life RichHow To Make Money Your Best EmployeeIf you want to live life rich, you need to make your money your best employee. This means that you need to make your money make money for you. My philosophy is to enslave no one, including yourself. Anytime you don’t have a say on the who, what, when, or where of your life, you’re enslaved to something and often that’s money. The way to combat this is to be its boss. I truly believe that you are going to wake up every day and you are going to have a plan...2020-08-1935 minLive Life RichMy 3 Secrets to Productivity: Do, Dump, or DelegateThe number one question I get asked is how do I get so much stuff done? As the CEO of a 7-figure financial services organization, running several different types of companies and a foundation, I have to know how to manage my time. If you’ve ever felt like every single day there’s more on your to-do list than you could ever possibly get done, then you need my secrets to productivity. I’m sharing the very tips, tools, and strategies I’ve learned from coaches and the people I’ve worked with over t...2020-08-1233 minLive Life RichThe Three Phases of Business: Exit PlanningIn this series, I’ve been teaching small business owners how to take their business to the next level. In today’s episode, we’re discussing how to get financial freedom. Truly, the goal is not to get more money. The goal is financial freedom. But what does that really look like and how do we get there? I have taught, spoken, trained, and coached on financial freedom as a money and mindset coach for over 27 years. So, I have experience in this area and have gotten really great results. I am sha...2020-08-0534 minLive Life RichThe Three Phases of Business: GrowthIf you’re a few years into your business and have gotten the major systems and structures down, it’s time to take it to the next level. You need to start asking yourself how you can protect what you’ve built. You need to be aware of the pitfalls and predators of business. You need to put a plan in place for facing those pitfalls. You need to find the right people who will prepare and not just repair. That is was the Growth Phase is all about. You’re beginning with the end in mind...2020-07-2932 minLive Life RichThe 3 Phases of Business: Start-UpYou must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you. It’s just the truth. If you’re a wannabe new business owner, you must understand this. You also have to realize that entrepreneurship can be stressful in the start-up phase. There are big challenges and big opportunities that you must be prepared for in order to succeed. That is what I am talking about in today’s episode. There are things that you need to have in place before starting up your small business. By getting coachi...2020-07-2232 minLive Life RichExactly How To Fire Your Worst Business Partner, The IRSEvery business needs structure, strategy, and system. This is the trifecta of your business and part of this is having a good plan in place every step of the way. If you don't have a plan, then the IRS has one for you anyway. But their plan is going to cost you a ton. So today, I want you to fire your worst business partner you've ever had – the IRS. You've got to take control. You’ve got to be able to sleep at night knowing your numbers. And this is...2020-07-0835 minLive Life RichRisky Business: What You Need To Know About Managing RiskPicture the faces of your wife, your husband, your mate, your soulmate, your children, your parents, your employees, and all those who count on you right now. What happens if, all of a sudden, you get sick or hurt and you need care, or worse, you pass away? Do you have peace of mind today knowing that the people who count on you are going to be protected tomorrow? I do hope your savings would suffice – that’s if you had any money saved up at all. But for most people? This is somethi...2020-07-0133 minLive Life RichThe Estate Planning Checklist: How To Prepare Your Family For The WorstCan you sleep well tonight confident in the fact that should something bad happen to you tomorrow, your kids are going to be safe financially? What about your business, your clients, and your employees? How can you be sure they will progressively continue on upon your death? In the event that you become incapacitated to make medical decisions – removing life support, medical care (inside/outside the hospital), cremation (in case of death) – who can you trust to make those decisions for you? You’ve got to have these things in order because sometimes, you don...2020-06-2432 minLive Life RichAre You Making These (Dangerous) Retirement Mistakes?If you haven’t thought about retirement income planning, well, you better start now. You see, what you slay in your 20’s, 30’s, or 40’s is what you will eat when you’re 50, 60, or 70 years old. So you have to create the life that you want, not just living paycheck to paycheck. In today’s episode, learn how you can put your money to work today so you can happily retire down the road. Remember, any loss of time and money is detrimental to your financial health. It’s time to stop coming fro...2020-06-1736 minLive Life RichThe Three-Bucket Strategy For Building An Emergency Cash Fund In Record TimeDo you actually know where your money goes each month? Spending $3 for Starbucks coffee a day doesn’t sound that much, does it? Convert that into a year and it’s worth $1,080 of your budget. Now you’re probably wondering where you could’ve spent all that money instead. Sometimes people know better but they still repeat the same dumb mistakes. If you don't know where your $1,000 goes in a month or where your $50,000 goes in a year, then you have to find it because that is money lost to you, to your drea...2020-06-1033 minLive Life RichThe Secret to Crushing Your Credit Cards and Leveraging Your Credit Score for Big GainsDebt is one of the most difficult areas of finance for many people. It can be a bondage, but it can also be your friend. And if you could replace this four-letter word called DEBT with another four-letter word called PLAN, things are going to be a whole lot different for you. Then you will soon find your way to destination freedom. There are three different types of debt that we're going to talk about today – the good, the bad, and the ugly. I’ll show you how to deal w...2020-06-0334 minLive Life RichTake Back Control of Your Financial Future With A Tiny $3 InvestmentTake a minute to think about this: What do you really want in life? What fires up your soul? What are your dreams – for you, your family, your business, your career? Today, I want you to turn those dreams into reality. I'm sharing specific action steps that you can take to get from where you are to where you want to be. This is your GPS – your Guided Planning System. I’m going to teach you how to educate, empower, and equip yourself with real-life tools. This is your next step...2020-05-2732 minLive Life RichMoney & Mindset: My Daily Do's And Secret WeaponsIf you're struggling to get out of bed, you're struggling with broken dreams, failed relationships, and financial issues, please know that you’re not alone. I have gone through those moments multiple times (listen to the previous episodes if you haven’t yet) and I am just so grateful for this moment that I can now say I am finally free. However, a life of freedom doesn't just happen (it took me 27 years, in fact!) So today, I'm giving 3 practical steps that you can incorporate into every single day of your life so you c...2020-05-2034 min