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Inner SkilledBalancing Ambition & Motherhood: Career Coaching, Parenting and Resilience with Melissa LlarenaMelissa Llarena is a career coach with 14 years of experience helping high-achieving corporate professionals worldwide. Melissa shares her pivot during the pandemic from corporate coaching to integrating meditation and mindfulness after relocating to Australia with her family. Now back in the U.S., she uses these practices to navigate intense life challenges like caring for aging parents and raising three sons (including identical twins). The conversation explores balancing ambition with reality—stressing practical tools like meditation, breathwork, and exercise to fuel big dreams without burnout. We discuss the "sweet spot" between obligations (bills, family) and bold goals, the paradoxes of...
2025-10-2532 min
Healing HorizonsHealing Horizons: Work-Life Balance, Parenting & Imagination as a Superpower with Melissa LlarenaOn Healing Horizons, host Saima digs into real-world work-life balance with Melissa Llarena—bestselling author of Fertile Imagination: Every Mom’s Superpower, career coach, and meditation practitioner. We unpack the time pressures facing working parents, why burnout escalates in high-stakes, AI-shaped workplaces, and how imagination plus simple meditation tools can restore energy, creativity, and calm. Expect practical frameworks: “inputs vs. outputs” for balance, micro-meditations you can do anywhere, and a 30-day refuel mindset that treats rest as productive. Clear, direct, and immediately usable for ambitious professionals and parents alike.
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2025-09-1725 min
Deals with Heels - Where Female Entrepreneurs ThriveUnlocking Doors: The Power of Connection with Melissa Llarena Episode 61SummaryIn this episode of Deals with Heels, host Debra Bowers speaks with Melissa Llarena, a bestselling author and podcast host, about the journey of connecting with influential people, the power of imagination in motherhood, and strategies for success in entrepreneurship. Melissa shares her experiences of launching her podcast, securing high-profile guests, and the importance of mindset and creativity in achieving goals. The conversation emphasizes the significance of being sincere and putting in the work to open doors in business and life.TakeawaysMelissa Llarena emphasizes the importance of connecting with the right people...
2025-04-1536 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub273: The 5 Resume Mistakes Costing You $250K in 2025Are these 5 resume mistakes secretly slashing your shot at a $250K marketing role in 2025—while others snatch the offers you deserve? In this must-listen episode, Melissa Llarena—career coach to Fortune 500 execs—unveils the blunders sinking corporate moms and their partners in today's brutal job market. Don't get caught out—tune in and snag a free fix before March 21st! Episode Description: Struggling to land a top-tier marketing or advertising role in 2025—or know someone who is? Melissa Llarena, host since 2017 (with interviews like Beth Comstock and Gary Vee under her belt), dives back to her 2011 roots to help co...
2025-03-1814 minMom Founder Imagination Hub272: Most marketing execs are getting ghosted in 2025—but the ones doing THIS are getting callbacksLanding Your Dream Marketing Role in the #RemoteEra Most marketing execs are getting ghosted in 2025—but the ones scoring Director to CMO roles are doing way more. I'll show you the exact moves that land $250K calls, even remotely. Hi, I'm Melissa Llarena, and welcome back to the podcast. For over a decade, I've helped ambitious marketing executives and advertising leaders land their dream careers through my global job search coaching firm, Career Outcomes Matter, launched in 2011. I'm back, better than ever, with strategies that work right now—and today, we're tackling how you can stan...
2025-03-0421 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub271: 30 Days to Crush Your Business Goals—Free for 15 Moms Only! Imagine crushing your biggest business goal in just 30 days—without the burnout or mom guilt. What if you could get a $3K coaching program for free, designed exclusively for mom entrepreneurs like you? In this episode, Melissa Llarena, #1 Amazon bestselling author and mom of three, unveils an exclusive pilot program you won't want to miss—but only if you act by Friday! What You'll Discover: How 15 established business-owning moms can join Melissa's 30-Day Mompreneur Momentum Sprint—a $3,000 value, 100% free (this time only!). The secret sauce: a 30-Day Momentum Planner to laser-focus your energy, 22 live Q&A sessio...
2025-02-2510 minMom Founder Imagination Hub268: Co-existing with Work + Family Stress: A Four Noble Truths ApproachLet's find the good in experiencing stress so that you don't shortchange yourself out of its ability to instill inner confidence in your capabilities. We are focused on experiences such as birthing a baby, building a business, or navigating a everchanging workplace. Just because someone else fell apart in any of those situations, it does not mean that you will too. It's unique to you, yet worth uncovering, because when you get to the other side of a stressful situation, if you embody at least one learning or lesson, then you will have increased your capacity to...
2025-02-0441 minMom Founder Imagination Hub267: Why Stressed Professionals Quit Meditation (And How Not To)Introducing Mountain to Molehill: A Mindfulness and Meditation Newsletter Mental Health Melissa Llarena Why Stressed Professionals Quit Meditation (And How Not To) Meditating is a good alternative to that third glass of wine at night – and might even serve as a replacement for psych meds for the most restless, stressed-out marketers, sales professionals, and ad executives dealing with the unpredictability of their virtual lives, workplace, home life, and everything else that gets logged in your head as stressful mountains to climb when in reality you're looking at a molehill you can simply hop ov...
2025-01-2835 minMom Founder Imagination Hub266: Mindful Leadership: A Female Leader's Guided Meditation to Break Through Creative BlocksHave you ever told yourself "I'm not creative enough" to solve a business challenge? In this episode, Melissa guides female leaders and mom founders through a powerful meditation practice designed to break free from limiting beliefs about creativity. Through a combination of mindfulness techniques and guided reflection, you'll: Learn how to identify and challenge creativity-limiting beliefs Experience a body scan meditation for releasing tension Practice reframing negative thoughts about your creative abilities Discover how to access your natural problem-solving capabilities Transform your relationship with creativity and innovation The episode includes a practical meditation exercise you...
2025-01-2135 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub265: The Back to Work Mandate: A Leader's Meditation for Peace Amid ChangeWhen was the last time you actually looked forward to your commute? If you're facing a back-to-work mandate, chances are 'never' just crossed your mind. But what if your daily journey to the office could become more than dead time – what if it could become your secret weapon for better leadership? Today, we're turning the dreaded commute into an opportunity for mindful leadership, and I'll guide you through a meditation practice you can do with your eyes wide open, whether you're on a train, bus, or stuck in traffic. In this episode, we explore how leaders can tr...
2025-01-1432 minMom Founder Imagination Hub264: Why Captivate is My 2025 Word: A Mom Founder's Challenge to Think DifferentlyEver notice how everyone picks the same predictable words for their New Year - peace, joy, freedom? What if your 2025 word of the year could be something totally unexpected that lights up everyone's face when you share it? 2025: The Year of Captivation Yep, that's MY word this year. 2025 is not just another year—it's the year of captivation for me. In the past, my time has been driven by business goals, from client acquisition to serving a growing audience predominantly of mothers. This year, however, my focus is on discovering and purs...
2025-01-0709 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub262: Unleash Your Podcasting Potential: Tips for Mom Founders to Overcome Fear and Find Their Voice Online In the world of podcasting, a lot of newbie hosts get nervous about their voices and the stories they want to share. In this special holiday episode, Melissa teams up with the amazing Anika Jackson to chat about juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. Anika shares how she helps podcasters find their true voice, streamline their workflow, and grow their influence—all while cracking us up with some hilarious stories (yes, there's even a squirrel costume involved!). Scroll down for image 🔥 If you're a mom dreaming of starting a podcast or just need some inspo on how to...
2024-12-2436 minMom Founder Imagination HubI See You, Santa: The Unsung Holiday Hero (Share With A Holiday Stressed Mom)In this heartfelt podcast, a mom (Melissa Llarena your host and mom of three) shares the raw, beautiful reality of holiday preparation. From a hilarious Target shopping adventure with her three sons to a powerful love letter recognizing the invisible labor of mothers during the holiday season, this episode is a must-listen for every mom navigating the magic and chaos of Christmas. Key Highlights: A unique approach to gift-giving after revealing the truth about Santa Comedic tale of shopping with three sons and avoiding potential "holiday shoplifting" Intimate look at the emotional and logistical challenges of...
2024-12-1715 minMom Founder Imagination Hub259: Unleashing Mom's Superpower: Ignite Dreams Beyond Your Success Ceiling in 2025Reflecting on Success: How to Dream Bigger with Fertile Imagination In episode 259 of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub, host Melissa Llarena reflects on personal growth, sharing a powerful quote by former pro volleyball player Gabby Reece: 'Never let your successes be bigger than your dreams.' She draws from personal anecdotes and her book, 'Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom's Superpower for Maximum Impact,' to inspire moms to dream bigger and leverage their imagination. Shop the book this holiday season using this LINK: https://bit.ly/fertilebook Melissa reads the introduction to her book, highlighting the importance of...
2024-12-0326 minMom Founder Imagination Hub258: The Power of Saying "No": Avoiding Burnout to Foster Success for Female Business Owners and Founders Are you a people-pleaser who struggles to say "no" without that lingering guilt? Get ready to meet Suzanne Culberg, "The Nope Coach," who's here to help you set boundaries and reclaim your time with confidence! In this conversation, she dives into her bold journey of starting a podcast and the adventure of recording 100 episodes in 100 days. Spoiler: it's no easy task! Suzanne shares her refreshingly honest approach to content creation, recording straight from Zoom without worrying about fancy editing or scripts. If you're feeling uninspired in your business or struggling with burnout, this episode is a fun r...
2024-11-2638 min
Entrepreneur's EnigmaMelissa Llarena on Empowering Moms to Thrive as EntrepreneursMelissa Llarena is a bestselling author, imagination coach behind the Fertile Imagination to Networking Success Group Coaching Program, consultant, speaker, and contributor to ForbesWomen articles that have garnered over 4 million views. She is also the podcast host of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub, featuring guests like GaryVee, Beth Comstock, Suzy Batiz, David Meltzer, and hundreds of other unconventional thinkers. Melissa has been featured in the WSJ, Business Insider, Fox Business, CNN Money, The Huffington Post, and other publications. Melissa holds a psychology degree from NYU, an MBA from the...
2024-11-1928 minMom Founder Imagination Hub257: How Energy Vampires Are Draining Female Leaders and How to Protect Yourself Before the Holidays – Health Scare Minisode #4 for Mom Founders and EntrepreneursIn this minisode, I explore the fourth pillar of energy management—emotional unburdening—a critical component in reawakening your imagination and maintaining the energy to bring your ideas to life. This concept is one of the key insights from my #1 Amazon bestseller, Fertile Imagination: Every Mom's Superpower (grab your copy today— https://bit.ly/fertilebook ; it makes for an excellent holiday gift!). This episode is part of my health scare series, where I share a 30,000-foot view of the four pillars that contribute to your zest for life and the ability to light up like a Christmas tree w...
2024-11-1911 minMom Founder Imagination Hub256: Know of Any Well-Rested "Older" Moms? – Health Scare Minisode #3 for Female Leaders and Entrepreneurs (Mom Founders)Imagine a mom who decided to have her child a bit later in life. She's built a career, a life she's proud of, and now, with her child in the picture, her priorities have shifted to focus on being there for the long haul. She's not just aiming to add years to her life but to feel energized and healthy—able to show up fully for her family and her business, now and for years to come. But there's one hurdle that keeps her from living that vision: sleep. Almost every night, she lies awake, thinking about he...
2024-11-1208 minMom Founder Imagination Hub255: Avoid This Ingredient to Keep Your Energy High – Health Scare Minisode #2 for Female Leaders and Entrepreneurs (Mom Founders)You might be wondering, "Melissa, how am I supposed to find the energy to reawaken my imagination and then actually bring my ideas to life—for my business, my family, or even just for myself?" I know the feeling well. It can seem like I'm on one wavelength, while so many moms out there in business are on another. My heart's wish for you is simple: to wake up each day with renewed energy, excited enough about your vision to leap into action—maybe even brave enough to go live on social media! Imagine a world where your...
2024-11-0508 minMom Founder Imagination Hub253: How To Perform Despite Personal Emotional Turmoil - Career Failure Minisode For Female Entrepreneurs ( Mom Founder )As a female entrepreneur with a child or children, you're juggling many roles, but what happens when life throws an unexpected emotional curveball? Whether it's a breakup, the loss of a loved one, uncertainty, or even receiving tough news about someone close to you, the weight of emotional pain can feel overwhelming. And yet, your business still demands your attention. In this episode, we're discussing how to balance emotional challenges with the need to keep performing, sharing practical strategies and an inspiring case study of a woman who faced emotional hardship and found a way to keep going.
2024-10-2207 min
Simplify Podcasting | Christian Coaches + Business Owners Launching and Leveraging Podcasts in Online MarketingShould You Pivot Your Business or Podcast? Featuring Insights from Melissa Llarena | #235You ever notice how things you experienced as a kid turned out to be key components of how you show up as a woman in your business?God uses ALL. OF. IT.Discover 3 things to consider determining whether it is time for you to pivot in your business with my professional podcasting guest, Melissa Llarena, with my incredibly gifted grandson James helping me out in the intro.😍 Melissa invites you to imagine this: What if today's efforts in your business guaranteed you'd feel like you made sig...
2024-10-1739 minMom Founder Imagination Hub252: Just Because I Work From Home, It Does Not Mean I Don't Work - Career Failure Minisode For Female Entrepreneurs ( Mom Founder )Have you ever felt like your family or friends don't take your business seriously because you work from home? Do you hear comments like, "Oh, she can do it—she doesn't really work," even though you're running a full-time business? If you're craving reassurance and validation, this episode is for you. We're diving into the unique challenges female entrepreneurs especially moms face when others dismiss their work, and how to reclaim your confidence and sense of worth as a business owner. This is a direct and to the point minisode with precisely the next steps you can take today to...
2024-10-1505 minMom Founder Imagination Hub251: How to Shake Off Some Very Big Failure Energy - Career Failure Minisode For Female Entrepreneurs ( Mom Founder )If you've ever experienced the heartbreak of disappointing numbers after pouring your heart into a campaign, you're not alone. Whether it's low sales, unbooked appointments, or an epic fail, every entrepreneur faces setbacks. In this episode, we're focusing on how to rebuild confidence and motivation by connecting with other female entrepreneurs who've faced similar failure and emerged stronger. This is a direct and to the point minisode with precisely the next steps you can take today to feel better tomorrow. This minisode is brought to you by my anti-burnout 30-day productivity resource for mompreneurs! Grab it today before I...
2024-10-0805 min
Hella Latin@Imagination to Impact to Income with Melissa LlarenaMelissa Llarena is an international Job Interview Coach, Published Author, and the host of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast. She has been career coaching for over 20 years. She believes that you can play the cards in your favor during a job interview no matter how many cards you may feel are stacked up against you. She’s coached professionals around the world on how to effectively and confidently sell themselves during a job interview and helped millions through articles in Forbes, Money Magazine, Huffington Post, Financial Times, CNBC, and Fox Business.In this week's episode, Melissa an...
2024-10-0156 min
Real Life MomzReawakening Your Imagination with Melissa LlarenaIn this Real Life Momz Podcast episode, host Lisa Foster welcomes imagination coach and best-selling author Melissa Llarena. Melissa shares insights on reawakening creative power and imagination, especially for moms. Through her experiences and practical steps, Melissa emphasizes the importance of finding daily moments to nurture creativity, play, and stretch your imagination. Tune in to discover how to tap into your imaginative potential and make it a part of your everyday life.
About Our Guest Melissa Llarena:
Website: https://www.melissallarena.com/fertileideas/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/
2024-09-1733 min
Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being091. How To Dream Big With A Fertile Imagination with Melissa LlarenaIn this episode, we welcome Melissa Llarena, who is a business coach, a mami, and author of Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom’s Superpower for Maximum Impact. We discuss the importance of nurturing imagination as mamis, pulling inspiration from our cultural backgrounds and personal experiences. Melissa shares her journey from growing up in a chaotic environment to becoming a published author and business coach.Our conversation covers practical steps for reawakening, playing with, and stretching our imagination, as well as tips for balancing motherhood with personal ambitions. We also address imposter syndrome, leveraging human ca...
2024-09-121h 06
Mom Founder Imagination Hub247: Entreprenista Co-Founder Stephanie Cartin: Communities for Business Growth This Fall! (Hot Off the Press News! Join Melissa on Sept 23rd for a FREE LIVE Masterclass: Master Networking for Business Growth without Burnout!) Do you ever find yourself spinning a million plates while trying to rock both motherhood and business? 🎡 You're not alone, mama! This week, I'm diving into a super insightful chat with Stephanie Cartin, co-founder of Socialfly and Entreprenista. We're talking all about the magic mix of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Stephanie's got some killer tips on how to stay laser-focused, juggle all the pieces (without turning into confetti), and still have time to chase your little ones around the house. Plus, she's sharing how her daughter, Molly, sparks her creativity in ways that o...
2024-09-1033 min
Artificial Intelligence Podcast: ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney and all other AI ToolsNetworking in the AI Era with Melissa LlarenaWelcome to the Artificial Intelligence Podcast with Jonathan Green! In this episode, we explore the impact of AI on networking with our special guest, Melissa Llarena, an expert in genuine networking and founder of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast.Melissa shares insights on how to use AI to enhance your networking efforts without losing authenticity. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a personal touch and using AI as a tool to prepare and research rather than to replace genuine interactions.Notable Quotes:“AI is never gonna replace the need fo...
2024-08-1926 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub240: The Mom Founder's Handbook: Overcoming Challenges and Avoiding Common Outreach Mistakes for Successful Business GrowthHey there, welcome back to another episode of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast! Today, we're diving into three super common mistakes that mom founders often make when they're reaching out to prospective investors, partners, alliances or even internal sponsors of their business ideas. Trust me, these are totally avoidable! So, let me tell you about this one mom founder I know. She had this amazing idea for a TV show, but when she pitched it, she made a few missteps that could have been easily avoided. First off, she didn't really understand who the decision maker...
2024-07-2332 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub238: Turning Networking Woes into Wins This Summer: A Step-by-Step Guide for Mom FoundersHow to network with confidence for mom founders..... ever been disappointed in yourself that you missed an opportunity to talk to someone you admire or to put yourself out there and introduce yourself to a major investor or prospective client? If you said yes, then this is the episode for you! Come this fall, are you going to be ready to do this with confidence, or are you at risk of disappointing yourself because you didn't feel ready or didn't do everything you could when you had the opportunity? If you do not want to feel in-ept as a f...
2024-07-0922 min
100% Guilt-Free Self-CareEP 224: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams with Melissa LlarenaShow notes: https://www.tamihackbarth.com/blog/episode-224 I have been meeting with tons of interesting women doing amazing work in the world, taking a class on branding, preparing for a couple of speaking events and handling some big parenting challenges. In other words, I am ready for a little R&R this weekend for Mother's Day. So many have told me lately that all they want for Mother's Day is some silence and solitude, perhaps a meal they don't have to think about or clean up after. Me too! So th...
2024-05-091h 17100% Guilt-Free Self-CareEP 224: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams with Melissa LlarenaShow notes: https://www.tamihackbarth.com/blog/episode-224 I have been meeting with tons of interesting women doing amazing work in the world, taking a class on branding, preparing for a couple of speaking events and handling some big parenting challenges. In other words, I am ready for a little R&R this weekend for Mother's Day. So many have told me lately that all they want for Mother's Day is some silence and solitude, perhaps a meal they don't have to think about or clean up after. Me too! So th...
2024-05-091h 17
Mom Founder Imagination HubZibby Owens, BLANK: Revealing Leadership Secrets Learned Through Motherhood: Lessons Business School MissesWhat if your everyday mom moments could fill the pages of a book? What if motherhood has taught you leadership skills unmatched by any book or top-tier business school? What if the only thing holding you back from sharing your message with the world was simply not recognizing and appreciating your own value and the support others can offer once you do? These personal topics, especially if you're a bookworm or entrepreneurial mom, are discussed in today's episode with Zibby Owens, bestselling author of "Blank". Zibby is also the award-winning podcast host of "Moms Don't Have Time...
2024-05-0744 minMom Founder Imagination Hub228: 3 Time and Money Traps Mom Founders Must Dodge!Attention, mom founders! With summer on the horizon and the impending chaos of kids being out of school, there's no better time to reclaim control over your precious time and accelerate your business growth. In this episode, Melissa dives deep into three common time wasters holding mom entrepreneurs back from reaching their full potential. But fear not, because she also provides actionable strategies to replace these obstacles with productivity and profit. Say hi, I want to know if you agree or vehemently disagree with these three? https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ Time Waster #1: Second-Guessing Yourself
2024-04-3024 minMom Founder Imagination HubUnmasking Imposter Syndrome: The Hidden Costs for Mom FoundersIn this episode, you'll delve into the insidious impact of imposter syndrome on mom entrepreneurs. Discover the toll it takes on your confidence, time, and financial opportunities, and learn why confronting it head-on is crucial. I emphasize the necessity of breaking free from societal norms and embracing expansive thinking, a key component of your journey with my Imagination to Impact to Income Method™. We'll explore the risks of not addressing impostor syndrome, especially regarding missed networking opportunities and stalled career growth. Through a strategic blend of personal anecdotes and actionable steps, I offer you a ro...
2024-04-1618 min
The Bosshole® ChroniclesMelissa Llarena - Reshaping Success for Mom EntrepreneursMeet Melissa Llarena! Another great connection I made at PodFest 2024 with her own Bosshole® experiences that have shaped a really unique message and methodology for Mom Entrepreneurs. This is a special episode for all our working Moms out there in The Bosshole® Transformation Nation!Click HERE for Melissa's book "Fertile Imagination - Every Mom's Superpower"Click HERE to check out the Unimaginable Wellness podcastClick HERE for Melissa's websiteClick HERE for Melissa's LinkedIn profileClick HERE for...
2024-04-0927 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubDon't Let Mom Guilt Stop You! Meet Alisha Fernandez Miranda, (Mom 2.0 Speaker)Ever feel that pang of guilt when you finally score a kid-free getaway with girlfriends? How about when you go away to a conference and that means missing your son's trumpet solo? Big confession. I recently went to a conference and missed my kid's solo. Yep, I felt mom guilt especially while I watched the livestream, but as a mom of three, I knew I was doing my best and that this conference (ironically the Mom 2.0 conference) was a big deal for my book and business. And (further justifications) it wasn't an on-stage solo in front of an audience...
2024-04-0931 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub223: My Kid Left Her HW at Home, Should I Take It to School for Her? Jessica Lahey, a NYT Bestseller Weighs InWelcome to episode 223. Do you rush to fix your child's mistakes, shielding them from failure? Many moms do! Maybe it's a forgotten homework assignment or a missed deadline. This episode is your guide! New York Times bestselling author Jessica Lahey shares a relatable story of when she had to decide: intervene and save her daughter, or let her face the consequences of forgetting homework. In this episode, you'll learn: • How Jessica handled the homework situation (and the surprising lesson her daughter took away!) • The #1 thing moms can do to avoid over-parenting or under-parenting • How to create situations where your child...
2024-03-2639 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub219: Trust Your Intuition!: Tips from the Host of That's Total Mom Sense Kanika Chadda GuptaWelcome to Episode 219. As a mom, have you ever asked yourself? Am I doing it right? Am I ruining them? Am I going to be responsible for them needing therapy when they grow up? As moms, especially in the early days, we need so much reassurance and being able to rely on our intuition is tough. Yet, that is exactly what today's guest shares with us and helps us to learn to trust! Meet Kanika Chadda Gupta. She is a seasoned CNN television journalist podcaster and mom of three. And in that three, they're twins. Her goal is to...
2024-02-2737 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubYou are Invited to a Mental Health Break for Mom Business Leaders, Special EpisodeAttend a mental health break for mom business leaders on March 1st. Sign-up today for free meditation prompts fit for mom business owners who want to be both present moms and focused business owners - Details (sign-up and get the prompts instantly): https://bit.ly/mindmom Learn the exact process that meditation practitioner, bestselling author, business coach, and mom to three young boys, Melissa Llarena, follows to have a consistent meditation practice despite no longer having privacy, time, nor a meditation closet. You will walk away with a step-by-step approach for designing your own ritual and you...
2024-02-2106 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub218: Has adding the RIGHT things to your plate ever lit a GOOD fire under toosh?In this episode you will uncover why this is an important change in perspective: The answer is not always about taking things off of your plate. It depends on what drives you. Ever wanted to gain self-awareness around what makes you go, stop, or bounce back up faster? Listen with an open mind to this episode. Some moms with their own businesses rise to the occasion when a business challenge arises. Going after worthy goals clears up a busy life like no other thing has for me. You might be the same way? Have a think about i...
2024-02-2022 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubAre you a mom entrepreneur with a vision? I need your opinion.Would you consider yourself to be a visionary mom entrepreneur? If you are then I'd love to talk to you to better understand your unique perspective on something I'm working on. You can pick the best 15-minute time ( https://go.oncehub.com/ClientSessionMelissaLlarena) that works for you if you currently have a vision that you are working towards this year. Or you can email me melissa (at) melissallarena.com I'n 15-minutes, we'll go through this NEW offer based on 12-years of mothering while in business. Sign-up: https://go.oncehub.com/ClientSessionMelissaLlarena Fertile Imagination In Practice – A 9...
2024-02-0713 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubReally EASY Focus Tips for Mom EntrepreneursWelcome to episode 214. Feeling pulled in a million directions as a mompreneur? Juggling tasks, battling overwhelm, and chasing those next-level business goals seems like a constant tightrope walk. But what if you could harness the power of focus to turn your hectic days into laser-sharp productivity? In comes today's podcast guest Severine Naessens a seasoned entrepreneur and mother to a teenage daughter. Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ About Severine Séverine is a mom, multilingual effective communications coach, consultant and trainer, university lecturer and...
2024-01-2333 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub5 Unexpected Secrets to Build Business Momentum in 2024Welcome to Episode 213. Are you a mom entrepreneur who struggles with impostor syndrome, wants to nip overwhelm in the bud, wishes to realize the power of networking and/or wants to turn her business and mom life AROUND in 2024? If yes then hit PLAY. Say hi to me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ This is a recording from my free webinar that I conducted on January 9th, entitled Mom Mogul Makeover. You'll hear how you can put the insights enclosed in my bestselling book Fertile Imagination into action as a mom with a b...
2024-01-1634 min
This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom EntrepreneursCreating a Fertile Imagination with Melissa LlarenaIn this empowering episode of This Mother Means Business, host Laura engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Melissa Llarena, an imagination coach, podcast host, and author of Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom's Superpower for Maximum Impact. Melissa shares valuable insights on navigating the intricate journey of motherhood, finding joy in the entrepreneurial process, and the pivotal role of imagination in overcoming challenges. Together, they explore the balance of energies in business, the significance of playful parenting, and practical advice for simplifying tasks. Join Laura and Melissa as they uncover the transformative power of imagination for every...
2024-01-0830 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubDare To Show Up (Best of Fertile Imagination Book Launch Party)Welcome to Episode 209. In today's episode, you are going to hear how I landed some big-name podcast guests on this podcast Unimaginable Wellness. You'll hear from Beth Nydick, the creator of the F.A.M.E Formula. This conversation happened on my book launch day for Fertile Imagination. Beth Nydick is a PR expert. Definitely check her out. She is the type of mom who, like me, loves a good dare. As it relates to my book launch in October, a dare might be the key to your success. I want to invite you to consider that as the...
2023-12-1930 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubLose the Mom Guilt, Try This Flip (Best of Fertile Imagination Book Launch Party)Welcome to Episode 207. In today's conversation, I actually had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Lana Ashby Rowder, the founder of LookingGlass Lifestyle, which is about styling yourself and leveraging technology in order to make this wonderful, wonderful gift of aesthetics, a possibility for every single person. I wanted to just share something before we jump in. Lana and I met at a library. It was me talking to strangers which brought us together. She helped me pick out the style that made sense for my book cover of Fertile Imagination. Cool, right? This conversation was on book launch...
2023-12-0530 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub206: Defy the Odds (Best of Fertile Imagination Book Launch Party)Welcome to Episode 206. We're going to talk with Laura Carney, my copyeditor, who is not herself a mom, but really understands what it's like to nurture big dreams. You're going to love this conversation. It happened on book launch day, and she actually helped me take this book to the finish line. So I'm very grateful to her. She wrote My Father's List. And you will love to see her investigative journalism skills at play. If you love parties than please do say hi on Instagram which was where this party took place: https://www.instagram.com/m...
2023-11-2824 min
The Tori Barker PodcastAmplifying Business and Creativity with Melissa LlarenaEver wondered how the rollercoaster of motherhood meets the thrill of entrepreneurship?Join me in this episode with the amazing Melissa Llarena as we explore the adventurous journey of juggling it all. From empowering mompreneurs with strategies to balancing chaos to unlocking the creative secrets behind business success, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and insight. But hold on, mompreneurs! 🤱💼 We shift gears to empower you with strategies and mindsets to balance the chaos of motherhood with the challenges of entrepreneurship. Melissa's unique approach involves tapping into your child's creativity to spark innovat...
2023-11-1531 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub204: You Can Pivot at Anytime (Best of Fertile Imagination Book Launch Party)Welcome to episode 204. Today's episode, you're going to hear from Bethany Braun Silva, who interviewed me on Fertile Imagination's launch day on Halloween. Bethany is the author of Like a Mother, Banish Guilt, Blaze Your Trail, and Break the Rules to Create a Life You Love. It's amazing to be interviewed by a fellow mom, author, and New Yorker. We discussed how watching our moms go first really informed how we, and what we thought we were capable of as moms. I wanted to just share this. So this episode is brought to you by my book...
2023-11-1428 min
Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators Raising Calm, Connected, Capable KidsFollow Your Creative Path! Reawaken Your Imagination with Melissa LlarenaNovember 2, 2023
Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 86
Follow Your Creative Path! Reawaken Your Imagination with Melissa Llarena
In this episode, Cara welcomes Melissa Llarena, who is on a mission to help encourage, embolden, and empower moms by teaching them how to reawaken the power of their imagination and apply a more playful approach to navigating life's hurdles.
Melissa is a mom of three, brings a decade of experience working for Fortune top 50 brands and has over a decade as a solopreneur. Melissa's latest book Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom’s...
2023-11-0236 min
Living Once Twice PodcastLiving Once Twice Ep 71 - More Than Just a Mom - Rediscovering Your Imagination After Motherhood w/ Melissa LlarenaIn this episode I interview imagination coach & author of the book "Fertile Imagination" Melissa Llarena. Melissa offers powerful insights from the book and her own personal experiences on how to rediscover yourself and reignite your passion after motherhood. She shares valuable advice for moms experiencing an identity crisis or struggling with balancing raising kids and following their career goals simultaneously. Melissa discusses the importance for moms to prioritize their emotional, physical, and spiritual health. She also provides practical ways you can be a “Personal Fan” to support the mom in your life. More About Meliss...
2023-11-0145 min
Disruptive CEO NationEpisode 220: Melissa Llarena, host of the Unimaginable Wellness Podcast; Austin, TX, USAOn today's episode, we're joined by creativity coach and podcaster Melissa Llarena. Melissa discusses her mission to empower working moms through her book "Fertile Imagination" and podcast "Unimaginable Wellness." She shares how she developed the concept of "fertile imagination" and some big names she's interviewed. Melissa also offers insight into waking up your imagination when it's feeling dormant. Plus, she recalls a piece of memorable life advice involving intergenerational connections. Tune in to learn Melissa's techniques for tapping into your imagination and living an unimaginable life. Here are the key points of our conversation:
2023-10-2522 min
Dropping Gems Con Muchos ColoresMeet Melissa Llarena Author, Imagination CoachMelissa Llarena is an author, imagination coach, consultant, speaker, contributor to ForbesWomen articles that have garnered 4 million+ views, and the host of Unimaginable Wellness, the podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and creators who are moms. Featured guests include GaryVee and Beth Comstock. She holds a psychology degree from NYU, an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Transformational Coaching Academy certificate and is training to become a meditation practitioner. In this episode we talk about her career journey working in a corporate setting as early as age 17 years old. Melissa had a...
2023-10-2054 minDropping Gems con Muchos ColoresMeet Melissa Llarena Author, Imagination CoachMelissa Llarena is an author, imagination coach, consultant, speaker, contributor to ForbesWomen articles that have garnered 4 million+ views, and the host of Unimaginable Wellness, the podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and creators who are moms. Featured guests include GaryVee and Beth Comstock. She holds a psychology degree from NYU, an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Transformational Coaching Academy certificate and is training to become a meditation practitioner. In this episode we talk about her career journey working in a corporate setting as early as age 17 years old. Melissa had a...
2023-10-2054 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub200: HUGE Announcement: Fertile Imagination Coming October 31 2023 Welcome to Episode 200, this HUGE announcement feels like the perfect culmination of the Unimaginable Wellness podcast. If you'd like to follow my book launch journey then let's connect on Instagram too! https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ This is what's coming up on October 31, 2023 and what you can expect from my debut book….Fertile Imagination the link to sign-up today to be the first notified of when it goes on sale is www.fertileideas.com --- be sure to sign-up today to ensure you are the first to be notified about the discounted Kindle version sale on October 31. Fer...
2023-10-1703 min
Ask the Doulas PodcastHow to Reawaken Your Imagination with Melissa LlarenaSend us a textKristin Revere chats with Melissa Llarena about how to reawaken your imagination. Melissa is the author of Fertile Imagination: A Guide to Stretching Every Mom’s Superpower for Maximum Impact.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasEpisode Keyw...
2023-10-1733 min
Lifeyness: A Joyful Embodiment Podcast16. MOTHERHOOD: Playful, Successful, Impactful Moms--A Talk with Melissa LlarenaDo you know what YOUR "momscript" is? Are you simply following a script that has been handed down for generations? Or are you living your most authentic life, both at home and at work? If you're looking for a llittle help in this department, listen up! In this episode of Lifeyness, host Sarah Clarke speaks with Melissa Llarena, author of the new book Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom’s Superpower for Maximum Impact. Today we talk about how to be playful, imaginative, and successful, both in your career and in your family. He...
2023-10-1347 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubHow to Survive A Target Trip With Your Kids, A Conversation with Amy Trueblood, the Author of Unflustered MomHi there, please let me know if this episode resonates with you. Send me a DM @melissallarena on Instagram and say YES: https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ Welcome to episode 196, have you ever felt anxious about taking your kids to a supermarket or Target? If the answer is yes then you have got to tune into this week's guest Amber Trueblood the author of the best-selling book THE UNFLUSTERED MOM. She has four boys of her own and several credentials including being a licensed marriage and family therapist. In her book, she shows readers how to find a healthy alternative t...
2023-09-1940 minMom Founder Imagination HubThe Backstory to Being Published In Fast Fall Women edited by Gina Barreca (My Book Preface)In this episode, I'll reveal the backstory of my participation in Fast Fall Women. But first, what was I thinking? I went from no one knowing about my experiences being raised by a mom with manic depression – to today, the world being able to hear one of my most vulnerable moments for $18.95. Here's the truth: Today marks a milestone for me as a published author in a book that features these writing goddesses: Amy Tan, Jane Smiley, Caroline Leavitt, Bobbie Ann Mason, Honor Moore, Darien Hsu Gee, Ilene Beckerman, Lynn Peril as well as new writers like mys...
2023-09-1225 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub190: One Decision Can Change Your Life + A Free 10-Minute Meditation For Better Decision-Making For Moms One decision can change your life entirely. Melissa shares an anecdote from her book, Fertile Imagination, about her mom's one turning point decision moment back in the 60s. Melissa leads a 10-minute meditation to help you build a greater awareness of your body sensations. Melissa talks about the decision to raise bilingual third generation Latinos. Excerpt from Melissa's book: Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Every Mom's Superpower for Creating Maximum Impact - https://www.melissallarena.com/waitlist/ The wrong script for you can hold you back. My Puerto Rican grandmother, who finished school after the third grade...
2023-08-0826 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubFix Overwhelm For Moms In Business (Work-Life Integration Series)As a coach for 12 years now, I understand how a working mom feels when everyone else is counting down the days until summer. I have identical twins who are 9 and a 12 year old. All of them will be cared for in a mix of summer camps, by a babysitter, me, and my husband this summer. Sound familiar? This used to make me anxious until I started asking myself an important question that I'll share with you here. If the answer is YES (Melissa, I'm anxious about this summer), then I want to share with you ONE tangible solutio...
2023-05-2323 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubUncovering the Power of Work-Life Integration for Working Moms: A Conversation with HeyMama Co-Founder, Amri KibblerThis is a special Mother's Day episode because it includes the kind of gift that a lot of us working moms would LOVE. If you're on a career pause right now, consider the fact that this might be the perfect opportunity to uncover what might be next for you. In this episode, we talk about networking and why so few of us prioritize such a business-critical task. Then we discuss taking a pause in your career and why that needs to be on your resume. Altogether, we go through what work-life integration is and why it might f...
2023-05-1438 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubHow to ask for help when you need more time to focus on business - art of delegationIn episode 176, Melissa discusses the art of delegation and how it can be the key to achieving balance and success in business and life. She shares insights from a survey conducted with moms in business, highlighting the desire for balance and the difficulty many face in being resourceful for themselves and asking for help. The episode addresses the hesitation, resistance, and unwillingness to delegate tasks to others and offers solutions, including bartering skills and creativity to find a solution that doesn't always involve money. Send Melissa a DM on Instagram @melissallarena if you have a hard time asking for...
2023-05-0220 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubWhat Was Discussed (vs. Not) at SXSW Relevant To Creator Moms?This is episode 170. I'm your host Melissa Llarena. I've been attending SXSW out here in Austin,TX and also volunteering on the Comedy Crew team these last days and weeks. I decided to tune into topics that hovered around imagination + wellness + women and here's what I realized about what was being discussed vs. not being discussed in these three buckets: Wellness - stigma, sector-specific nuances, and what's in our locus of control vs. not – Xanax (more mental wellness was discussed than physical and nutritional wellness) Imagination - The band New Order really made it clear th...
2023-03-2129 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubHow to Restart Your Meditation Practice After Becoming A MomHow to restart your meditation practice now as a new mom or mom to school-age kids (be sure to sign-up for a LIVE and FREE mom-friendly meditation session too!) This is episode 168. I'm your host Melissa Llarena. Last week I participated in a 6-day silent retreat at home. My three sons are 9,9, and 11. I am also married. I'll let you in on my inner thoughts during that time when all I could do was write post-its to communicate with the world. I want to also let you off the hook my fellow mom who doesn't have a...
2023-03-0716 minMom Founder Imagination Hub#1 Wellness Habit That Has Been Game-Changing For Me Has Been THISThis is episode 167 and I am your host Melissa Llarena. Today's listener question comes from a coaching client a mom in academia and she asked what is the ONE new wellness habit you've incorporated into your mom life that has had the largest positive impact? The habit is to be okay with declining food from my family and other people when it's not in my best interest from a wellness perspective. This may sound rude or downright ungrateful to some of us especially if you are from a culture where food = love like us Latinos. However, this...
2023-02-2811 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubHow To Recover From Burnout 3 No BS Strategies For MomsI'm burned out. Now, what? 3 lessons I learned on how to keep burnout at bay or to rescue myself because mental illnesses run through my family. Plus, what mom has time for burnout? As you listen to this episode, definitely be sure to grab my 10 burnout zappers for creative moms and pass it along to your mom friends too. FREE RESOURCE: 10 Burnout Zappers For Creative Moms - Unexpected and (several playful) ideas to avoid getting too burned out (or to zap it quickly) so that your imaginative, playful, and expansive thinking self can create something glorious today!
2023-02-0730 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubKitchen Hacks for Ayurvedic Home Remedies From A Busy Mom and Restaurateur Anita JaisinghaniLove to cook? Today, Anita Jaisinghani shares some kitchen hacks for Ayurvedic home remedies. Especially, as moms, it's important to be able to cook for your kids and family yourself. Anita Jaisinghani, the chef & co-owner of Pondicheri was born and raised in India and is of Sindhi descent. She developed a love for food early on in her life however trained and practiced as a microbiologist. Transitioning as a stay-at-home mother for her two children in Canada first and then Houston, she gradually developed her love of food into a career, beginning with an out-of-home catering business & se...
2023-01-1752 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub2023: Upcoming Guests, Self-Publishing Book Journey Updates, DM For Free eBook "Mommy Shift: Reentry Strategy For Working Moms"In this episode, I will reveal some of my podcast guests coming up in 2023, behind-the-scenes efforts related to my book for moms and at the end, I will tell you how you can get a FREE copy of my very first book which I published in 2012 called The Mommy Shift: A Reentry Strategy for Working Moms. It's 5-pages of a non-BS strategy on how to undercover what you want to do next. Hint: Send me a DM on Instagram @melissallarena with the word SHIFT for the 5-page strategy for moms who want to reenter the world of work.
2023-01-1035 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubUsing Writing as an Escape Through Tough Times with Alison MacorThere's a ton of challenges that go into writing a book. It involves a lot of research and travel, plus juggling that with your personal life and everything that's going on. Such is the determination it takes to be able to get a book done, especially as a single mom. In today's episode, Alison Macor shares her journey through writing and motherhood. Imagine a mom whose parents were both ill at that time so she had to fly back and forth from Austin, where she lives, to her parents in New Jersey to help with the care, while flying...
2023-01-0349 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubTo The Lonely Moms Writing Books Who Need Their Own Unique Breed Of Ya-Ya ClubIn this episode, you will hear about my messy journey to writing my nonfiction book. You will also catch two other stories that could only be told by moms. I really do believe that mommying while writing a book presents a certain special kind of messiness. This is also why in this episode, I go on to invite you to an online mom writers' community that I'd love to lead. If writing is lonely....motherhood is lonely....then this need for us to be around one another just feels so blistering hot and necessary. Are you interested in learning...
2022-11-0839 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubYou Can Learn How To Play Again! Try This Moms!Did you ever hear your name during Romper Room? Do you remember that 80s TV show when the host would look through a mirror and say a bunch of names? Well, I may have said your name during this podcast episode. Listen for it. Also exciting about this episode is that I read a snippet of my book for moms who want their imagination, playful, and all-around fun selves back. In this podcast episode, I also shared details about where you can instantly download your very own copy of one of my favorite chapters of my upcoming book.
2022-10-1130 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubMelissa On Why I'm REALLY Pivoting An Interview With Melissa LlarenaIn this week's episode, you are about to go behind the scenes of my podcast relaunch journey. I want to reveal my personal reasons for pivoting from entrepreneurship to wellness. Today, I will invite you to be part of my creative process. I'll ask you to send me your thoughts on 3 important questions. My aim is to ensure the next iteration of this podcast will be valuable and part of your weekly routine going forward. Oh, and stay tuned until the end, because I will be doing something special for those moms who do answer those 3 questions before the...
2022-10-0424 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubWhat If Losing Weight And Feeling Great Was As Easy As Making One Decision? VeVette Turner Turned Her Life Around at 46Happy Mother's Day, or as I like to call it, Happy Warriors Day! If you are an entrepreneur, or even if you're in a corporation, your health is more valuable and more important and should be a higher top priority than your wealth on any given day. One day, VeVette Turner, and her now husband, were at a beautiful resort but they ended up just watching other people do fun things they couldn't do because they were both overweight. This week's podcast episode is specifically for moms because the gift of health is the best Mother's Day gift I...
2022-06-101h 15
UNSCRIPTEDPersonal Development & Business Inspiration with Melissa LlarenaWho is ready for some personal development and business inspiration?
I know I am!
Our guest today is the powerhouse business woman, Melissa Llarena.
Melissa Llarena is a high-performance coach to moms who have chosen the path of entrepreneurship as their best option for being both a fully present parent and ambitious woman. She is also the host of her own podcast called An Interview With Melissa Llarena where Melissa helps you go from imagining to living your best life.
In her podcast, you will learn how to believe in yourself, unleash your biggest potential, leave perfe...
2022-06-0147 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubCoaching a Homeschooling Mom Who Wants to Scale Her Small Business And Be Present With Her KidsWe want our kids to have a lot less screen time. Yet we keep hearing that the only way to have a scalable business that sells while you're sleeping is online. How do we figure out things to make sure we stay in alignment with our values? How can we continue to be excited about an idea that we bring into the world, and at the same time, be present and enjoy our children? This is a recent coaching conversation I had with Rianna Alvarado, a mom who wants to limit her kid's screen time an...
2022-05-171h 17Mom Founder Imagination HubWhat If Losing Weight And Feeling Great Was As Easy As Making One DecisionHappy Mother's Day, or as I like to call it, Happy Warriors Day! If you are an entrepreneur, or even if you're in a corporation, your health is more valuable and more important and should be a higher top priority than your wealth on any given day. One day, VeVette Turner, and her now husband, were at a beautiful resort but they ended up just watching other people do fun things they couldn't do because they were both overweight. This week's podcast episode is specifically for moms because the gift of health is the best Mother's Day...
2022-05-101h 15
Mom Founder Imagination HubWhat If Losing Weight And Feeling Great Was As Easy As Making One Decision? VeVette Turner Turned Her Life Around at 46Happy Mother's Day, or as I like to call it, Happy Warriors Day! If you are an entrepreneur, or even if you're in a corporation, your health is more valuable and more important and should be a higher top priority than your wealth on any given day. One day, VeVette Turner, and her now husband, were at a beautiful resort but they ended up just watching other people do fun things they couldn't do because they were both overweight. This week's podcast episode is specifically for moms because the gift of health is the best Mother's Day gift I...
2022-05-081h 15
Mom Founder Imagination HubHow Ex-Corporate Mom Jo Dodd Went From Leaving Corporate America to Living in JotopiaIf you've been working in Corporate America, you could find yourself in that rat race and not even be aware that you've been running on empty. And having to juggle that with raising your kids and all your other responsibilities in life would most likely put you on the brink of burnout and breakdown. In today's episode, Jo Dodd talks about her experience of leaving the corporate world to "living in Jotopia," a hybrid life that she created on her own terms to make sure she and her four sons are emotionally well. She talks about her d...
2022-04-2655 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubAuthor Jason Marc Campbell Changes the Way We See Sales Through Selling with LoveWhat was your first memory of being sold to or just witnessing a sale? For me, it was accompanying my dad to liquor stores who was transacting as a sales professional for over 40 years. This week's guest, Jason Marc Campbell, is the author of Selling with Love: Earn with Integrity and Expand your Impact. He is on a mission to inspire small business owners with sales reluctance to embrace it as a beautiful activity that transforms lives. He also interviews thought leaders from around the world on topics of leadership, team building, communication, productivity and so much...
2022-04-051h 03
Living Once Twice PodcastLiving Once Twice Ep 40 - Don’t Wait For Permission...Pursuing Your Dreams with Curiosity, Creativity, & Courage, w/ Melissa Llarena In this episode we speak with mompreneur, personal development coach, podcaster, and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter Melissa Llarena. Melissa discusses her journey including how a decision during law school led her on a new path of self-discovery. From my conversation with Melissa, you’ll learn how to reclaim your inner wisdom, the power of curiosity, and how being a parent doesn’t mean you have to abandon your dreams. More about Melissa Llarena: Melissa is a business coach, personal development coach, podcaster/host of the show an Interview with Melissa Llarena, and also...
2022-03-161h 06
How Coronavirus Saved My Lifeepisode 22: the mania (Conversation with Melissa Llarena About What It's Like Being Raised By A Mother With Severe Bipolar Disorder)In this episode....
Melissa Llarena and I have a powerful conversation about her childhood. Quite frankly, I am still wrapping my mind around what it was like for Melissa as a little girl being raised by a Mother who has Bipolar Disorder. Melissa eloquently paints the picture of herself as a little girl who's mother was frequently hospitalized, off her meds, manic, grandiose, and unstable. A little girl who was shuffled around, raising herself, constant chaos, and a foundation created with uncertainty and danger. I am honored Melissa Llarena trusted my listeners and myself for giving her...
2022-03-131h 01
Discovering W.I.S.E. PodcastEp 72: How to Exploit the Skills You Already Have to Create Unlimited Potential With Melissa Llarena (Revisited)Last February, Carrie sat down with Melissa Llarena, the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter. She empowers professionals to rediscover what makes them unique to land their dream job. Not only did they touch on that, but they dove deep into Melissa's move from the east coast of the U.S. to Australia! Could you handle what she went through? Melissa's website: https://www.melissallarena.com/ Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careeroutcomesmatter
2021-12-2541 minMom Founder Imagination HubLeveraging Your Emotional Landscape to Figure Out Who You Really AreI've come to realize that while the central themes of this podcast have been creativity, courage, and curiosity, the deepest core of this is our identity. Today, I'll be covering how some of my guests have uncovered their truest identities, whether you can truly change your identity, and what this whole identity crisis and searching is really all about. You'll be hearing 10 excerpts from my last 100 episodes that I carefully curated because they've meant something to me, and I surmise, they can change the way you think about getting to know yourself. When it comes to our p...
2021-11-2346 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubVan Lai-DuMone Explains How Creativity Workshops Can Increase Creativity in the WorkplaceMelissa LlarenaWondering what the heck happened to your creativity? Where did it go? You may have started life out as a child joyfully playing with Legos, or maybe you were more of a finger painter. Now, you're surrounded by Excel spreadsheets – and they're not even the color-coded ones! If you feel like your creative juices are just not flowing, then you've got to tune in to today's episode as Van Lai-DuMone talks about bringing creativity into the workplace. We are all innately curious and creative, therefore good ideas can come from any level of an organization. And by cul...
2021-08-1747 minMom Founder Imagination HubWhy I Was Comfortable Having a Conversation with GaryVee and Other Big Names on the PodcastTelling the world that you want to chase your wildest dreams such as podcasting, leading a movement, or selling any form of artistry is vulnerable and anxiety-provoking especially if you've spent a bulk of your life trying to hide and not be heard. That is why you definitely need the courage to do those things and continue to be bold during every step of the journey. However, mustering up some courage is not as easy as it looks. Now, we all have different baseline moments of when we have to be our bravest – whether that's speaking on stage, networking, or...
2021-07-2737 min
The Jason Marc Campbell Business PodcastHow To Make A Bold and Successful Career Transition - Melissa LlarenaThe biggest reason most of us are not happy with our careers and lifestyle is that we are busy creating a version of success that is not ours. When you put what you want in life as your top priority, you’ll do anything to get there. The decision has to be made in your mind that you deserve what you want, and you’ll do what it takes to bring your dreams into reality. On this live call, Jason Marc Campbell and Melissa Llarena share key ideas on making a bold career transition. Are you ready to change your...
2021-04-2937 min
"Living Fearlessly" with Lisa McDonaldCourageous Career Moves with Melissa LlarenaSuper excited and immensely grateful to talk with savvy business woman and fellow podcaster, Melissa Llarena, on Living Fearlessly with Lisa McDonald! We will unpack Melissa’s transformational career journey from corporate; working with top brands like, P&G, and IBM for Ogilvy & Mather to becoming the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter….AND…’everything else under the sun’ from the land down under! A NOT-TO-BE-MISSED SHOW on my C-Suite Radio / C-Suite Network Host Page! Melissa Llarena is the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter. Her global career coaching practice is focused on empowering marketers and other creative profess...
2021-04-0257 min
The Story King PodcastMonetize Your Art with Career Coach Melissa Llarena
Season 5: Episode 2
Today's discussion is about monetizing your art with career coach Melissa Llarena.
Melissa Llarena is the host of An Interview With Melissa Llarena, a podcast featuring weekly interviews with creative down-to-Earth experts (including Gary Vaynerchuk, James Altucher, and many other professionals at the top of their game, who openly reveal their tough career decisions, and whose stories will ignite a fire in your belly to help you build YOUR own out-of-the-box career.
Meanwhile, as the Founder and CEO of Career Outcomes Matter, Melissa also career coaches...
2021-03-1657 min
Discovering W.I.S.E. PodcastEp 35: How to Exploit the Skills You Already Have to Create Unlimited Potential With Melissa LlarenaThis week I sit down with Melissa Llarena, the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter. She empowers professionals to rediscover what makes them unique to land their dream job. Not only do we touch on that, but we also dive deep into her move from the east coast of the U.S. to Australia! Could handle what she went though? Melissa has a special site for Discovering W.I.S.E. listeners: https://www.melissallarena.com/wise/ Melissa's website: https://www.melissallarena.com/ Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careeroutcomesmatter
2021-03-1341 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubMaking Lemonade Out Of Lemons Takes More Than Optimism, This Requires Switching On Five Key Qualities, Zach Friedman Author of The Lemonade Life Shares WhichWhen life hands you lemons? Are you the type of person who accepts them and their bitterness or have you mastered how to consistently turn them into sweet lemonade? In this episode, you will uncover how you can reframe anything by asking yourself empowering questions to become a "Lemonade Lifer." What's a "Lemonade Lifer"? Someone who is a "daring disruptor" at work and in life. Meet Zack Friedman he coined and explains both terms during this insightful and applicable conversation. Zack is the bestselling author of the blockbuster book, THE LEMONADE LIFE, which Apple named one of last "Fall's...
2021-01-1953 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubMelissa Llarena, CEO of Career Outcomes Matter, Answers Your Questions About Finding Your Purpose, Fulfilling Your Dreams, and Building Your Personal Legacy2020 has been a wild ride and because of its ups, downs, and enormous degree of uncertainty, as a result Melissa Llarena decided to put out a request for your questions when it comes to the pursuit of your goals, fulfillment of your dreams, and your eventual quest to build your legacy. Why? You matter. Your legacy matters. As far as Melissa's purpose and ultimate ambition, she is here to see to it that you do not miss this incredible opportunity that we all have here right now to fulfill our purpose and leave a deeply meaningful legacy. So what's...
2020-12-2959 min
Lenzo Media PodcastCareer Coach & Podcaster Melissa Llarena | Lenzo Media Podcast Ep. 34Melissa Llarena is the host of An Interview With Melissa Llarena a podcast featuring weekly interviews with creative down-to-Earth experts (including Gary Vaynerchuk, James Altucher, a Sundance film winner Diane Bell, mega-celebrity photographer Nigel Parry, NYT-children's book illustrator David Roberts, and others including Gabriele Corcos a James Beard Award recipient) who are obsessed about what they do, openly reveal their tough career decisions, and whose stories will ignite a fire in your belly to help you build YOUR own out-of-the-box career. Be sure to visit her website to download for free her 9 tips to feel hopeful, empowered, and limitless on...
2020-11-2000 min