Shows
Nicole & Kate Can RelateWhat’s next for Nicole and Kate?We shared a little heads up in our last episode, and today we’re going to dive deep into what’s next for Nicole and Kate!In this episode we’ll look back at the last two and a half years of NKCR - all the way from Nicole’s pitch to Kate to start to podcast in mid-2021, to how some of our first episodes were a bit rocky, and finally, why we’ve decided to take a hiatus - at least for now…Points Discussed in this EpisodeNKCR has been goi...2023-12-3120 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat does your year in review look like?Looking back over your year and identifying the things you’ve done that stand out the most - both personally and professionally - is a great exercise in acknowledging and appreciating just how much you’ve accomplished.In this episode we’ll share our own “year in review” as a fun way to close out 2023 on a high note! Points Discussed in this EpisodeRecapping as a way to appreciate and recognize everything you’ve accomplished BIG news for NKCR and what’s next Nicole shares her year in reviewKate shares her year in revie...2023-12-2426 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat are your favorite holiday traditions?If there’s one thing we get REALLY excited about, it’s the holidays! When this episode goes live we know the holidays will already be in full swing, but we couldn’t help recording a chat to share our own holiday preparations and traditions!Points Discussed in this EpisodeSpring is in the air for Nicole! The holiday “work” seasonOur favorite holiday preparationsHoliday traditions, including the delicious food, treats, decorations, and time with family!Our plans this holiday seasonThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we sha...2023-12-0320 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you declared your rules of life yet?Declaring our rules of life is something we did back in Episode 75 of Nicole & Kate Can Relate, and today will be our second time revisiting this topic!In this episode we’ll share why we feel so strongly about declaring your rules of life, plus share our original rules of life, which ones we’ve eliminated, and ones we’ve added!Points Discussed in this Episode“Rules” can be interchangeable with whatever resonates with you (goals, values, etc)We revisit our existing Rules of Life We share some new rules we’ve both added...2023-11-1928 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do you do an annual review?What is an annual review, exactly? And how do you go about doing one? Great questions, because doing an annual review can be so powerful!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with doing an annual review, including the questions we ask ourselves and how the answers help us prepare for the year ahead.Points Discussed in this EpisodeThe importance of regular check-in’s throughout the year KPI’s and Nicole’s belief that what gets measured gets managed Questions to ask yourself during an annual...2023-11-1230 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do you prepare ahead for travel or visitors?We’ve learned a thing or two about how important communication and setting expectations is when traveling with friends or hosting visitors.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with preparing ahead for the many different scenarios you might encounter with traveling or hosting visitors to make sure you actually enjoy your time!Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole shares a travel experience that made her look at preparation and planning for a trip - especially with other people - in a whole new lightThe importance of clear comm...2023-10-0831 minNicole & Kate Can RelateAre you good at being fully present?Being present in every moment is definitely a practice. We all know how easy it is to live in the past and obsess over the future.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with being fully present, and how we continue to practice awareness and holding ourselves accountable to this.Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole shares a recap of her and Omar’s mastermind retreat, OzConNicole’s biggest lesson from this year’s event (and what they won’t be doing next year)How difficult it can be to stay...2023-10-0139 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you ever done a time audit?Our overall theme for today is around preparation and planning, but wow - did we hit a nerve when we started talking about doing a time audit!In this episode we’re going to hear from Nicole about her and Omar’s preparations for their annual retreat, OzCon, and Kate is going to share how she’s preparing to become a mom later this year!Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe hear from Nicole about her and Omar’s upcoming retreat, OzCon Kate shares some ways she is preparing for Baby Dumas (ar...2023-09-1741 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs a hybrid work model the sweet spot?When it comes to work models there are several options: there’s work from home, there’s an in-office setup, and then there’s a hybrid model, which is a mix of both!In this episode we’ll share our own personal thoughts on a hybrid work model. We’ll also hear from Nicole on how their switch to an in-office model - after working from home for nearly 9 years! - is going so far.Points Discussed in this EpisodeAn update from Nicole on their switch from remote to...2023-09-1031 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat are some of your all-time favorite books?Books can have such a profound impact - emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. In Episode 77 on the podcast we shared the books we were reading at that time…In this episode we’ll share our all-time favorites with you! Tune in for our 5 favorite books of all time.Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole’s favorite booksMy Brilliant Friend - by Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein (Translator) - AKA The Neapolitan NovelsThe Untethered Soul by Michael A SingerThe Miracle Morning by Hal ElrodShoe Dog by Phil KnightKitchen Confid...2023-07-2343 minNicole & Kate Can RelateCelebrating 100 Episodes on NKCR!We made it, friends! Happy Episode 100!In this episode we look back at four of our favorite episodes and share an update on whether we’ve changed our minds about certain thoughts and ideas we’ve previously discussed!Points Discussed in this EpisodeEpisode 1: Do I want to start a family?This seemed like a very appropriate episode to revisit because it’s as if we’ve come full circle: Kate is expecting!Kate recaps what the past couple of years have been like, how her and John...2023-06-2538 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat are the different ways you can give back?When you think about giving back, the first thing that comes to mind might be by way of donating to a cause monetarily. But there are so many other ways you can help!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with giving back - in all different ways - including a 500km bike ride for a charity called Hands Across the Water that Nicole has just signed up for!Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole signs up for a 500km bike ride in Thailand! Reasons why...2023-06-1836 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhich is better: Remote work or in person?Every business operates differently, especially when it comes to their policies around remote work versus in-person work. But which is better?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with remote work versus in-person work, and we’ll talk about whether we believe there’s a solution that’s best for all types of business and employees.Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole’s recent experience switching from remote work to in personThe perspective is very different depending on who you’re talking to (employee versus business own...2023-06-1138 minNicole & Kate Can RelateAre we living up to our rules of life?Back in episode 75 of the podcast we shared our rules of life - sort of as a “New Years special” to help start the year off strong!In this episode we’re recapping our rules of life and scoring ourselves on how well we’ve been doing. Because we believe checking in with yourself and recapping is critical when it comes to staying on track!Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhy we thought it was important to check in with ourselves (we’re almost half-way through the year!) Kate revisits her rules of li...2023-06-0432 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do you handle a break from the norm?Being out of your routine, or making a big life and/or business shift that requires you to adjust to a new normal, isn’t always easy. How do you find your flow? How do you navigate things you didn’t even know were coming?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences - individually! Kate is on a 23-day river cruise in Europe and totally out of her normal routine. And Nicole & Omar just made a big business decision that has them adjusting to a new normal. Tune in for a very u...2023-05-2825 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do we make burnout a topic we can openly discuss?Burnout. Is there a stigma around sharing that you’re overworked, exhausted, stressed out, and can’t handle the pressures you face on a daily basis? And is it different whether you’re a man or a woman?In this episode we’ll explore these questions by diving into an article a friend shared with Kate earlier this year titled, Is burnout finally 'high-profile' enough for leaders to act?Points Discussed in this EpisodeApplauding Jacinda Ardern for her confidence in speaking out about “...no longer [having] enough ‘in the tank’ to do her job...2023-05-1441 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat TV shows are you watching right now?We all know that some of the best recommendations for things come from friends, and TV shows are no exception!In this episode we’ll share some of our favorite TV shows we’re watching right now with the hopes you’ll discover one or two you can enjoy, too!Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur TV habits growing up versus nowWhen we typically watch TVNicole’s introduction to Korean dramas The show Kate is watching right now (plus her favorite dramas)Our favorite Docu Series’Nicole’s recent favori...2023-04-3039 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow did Nicole’s team retreat turn out?In our last episode on the podcast we shared our own personal experiences hosting retreats - and specifically how Nicole has been planning for the team retreat her and Omar just finished hosting! In this episode Nicole is sharing all: a complete recap of their team retreat, including what went well, and her biggest lessons learned!Points Discussed in this EpisodeOverall recap: How did the retreat go?! Diving into the things that “could have gone wrong”, like travel and delays, last-minute emergencies, jet lag… How the location and resort was, including food, amenities, etc.Main highligh...2023-04-1631 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do you plan a team retreat?Have you ever attended or hosted a retreat before? I’ve done both, and holy wow…They require a lot of planning and preparation! But they’re so worth it.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences hosting retreats - and specifically how Nicole has been planning for the team retreat her and Omar are hosting and that they leave for the same week we’re recording this episode!Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhy Nicole & Omar decided to host a team retreat (this is their 2nd one!) Let’s talk...2023-04-0928 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Cass Sethi on our personal stylist experience in Tokyo!You’ve heard about our girls trip to Tokyo several times now, and today we’re bringing you an extra special, in-person episode with repeat guest (and our third mastermind member) Cassandra Sethi.In this episode you’ll hear the three of us chat in Tokyo together about our AirBNB Experience with a personal stylist!Points Discussed in this EpisodeChoosing a personal stylist AirBNB ExperienceExpectations versus what we got What we noticed about the differences in style between american and japanese brandsCass experiencing the other side of the relationship: getting style a...2023-04-0233 minNicole & Kate Can RelateNicole & Kate are back from Tokyo, Japan!In Episode 83 here on the podcast we talked about how we planned our girls trip to Tokyo, Japan! We shared how we chose the location, the hotel, the activities we wanted to do, and even how we set expectations beforehand (we were going to be living together after all!)In this episode we’ll share a trip recap! We break down what went well, what we’d do differently next time, and how our trip went overall. Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe score ourselves 1 - 10 on the locat...2023-03-2651 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Michele Hansen on toxic positivityToxic positivity isn’t a term many people are familiar with - us included. First Michele introduced Nicole to the idea, and then Nicole introduced Kate to it. In this episode we’re removing all barriers to discuss how social pressures are preventing us from validating our own - and others - emotions, along with the toll it’s taking on our overall well being.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat is toxic positivity exactly? All emotions are valid; to deny yourself certain emotions just makes things worseIntentional vulnerability and how empathy...2023-03-0544 minNicole & Kate Can RelateNicole & Kate plan their trip to Tokyo, JapanWe’re both ecstatic because we have a girls trip coming up - that we’re going on together! That’s right, friends… Nicole and Kate are jet-setting to Tokyo to meet up with our third mastermind member, Cass, for a week of relaxation, fun, business brainstorming, and exploring.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with planning this trip: the intention behind it, how we sorted out all the details, and so much more!Points Discussed in this EpisodeSetting the intention and having a vision for your trip ...2023-02-2632 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhen’s the last time you took goal setting seriously?Whether you love it or hate it, there’s no denying that goal setting works really well for a lot of people. But when’s the last time you actually took goal setting seriously and held yourself accountable to accomplishing your goal?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with goal setting and talk about recent experiences we’ve each had with setting and accomplishing goals!Points Discussed in this Episode100 Day Goal Challenge on Kate's Take Win the Year Mini-Course w/ Nicole & Omar!Biggest struggle...2023-01-2930 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat books are you reading right now?We love books, but it’s not always easy to choose your next read. In this episode we share the books we’re reading right now - and what we think of them! Get ready to add one or two to your own reading list!Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole shares the books she’s reading right now Free Time: Lose the Busy Work, Love Your Business (Jenny Blake)1Q84 (Haruki Murakami)The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward (Daniel Pink)The Alter Ego Effect...2023-01-1544 minNicole & Kate Can RelateReflections on ExistenceHow often do you just stop to ponder some of life’s biggest questions? We’re willing to bet not that often, as we know this is the case for us.In this episode we’ll share a discussion on a podcast episode in which a woman shares her story - a story that allowed us to do just that: ponder questions about our existence, about suffering, about mindset, and more.Points Discussed in this EpisodeBrief overview of Maya Shankar’s storyWe share a few things that stood out to us, like...2022-12-2535 minNicole & Kate Can RelateBook Discussion: How to Live by Derek SiversWhen this book came up in a random conversation and we realized we had both read it, we were so excited to discuss it! In this episode we’ll share our biggest takeaways and standout moments from the book, How to Live: 27 conflicting answers and one weird conclusion. Don’t worry - no spoilers here!Points Discussed in this EpisodeBrief overview of the book and how it’s quite different from your traditional readOur favorite chapters and ideas from the bookSome interesting connections we found with our top valuesOur overall feeling...2022-12-1837 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Angela Henderson on handling criticism and negative feedbackNo one wants to be blindsided by criticism and negative feedback, especially when what they’re sharing is meant to support and empower others.Well, that’s exactly what happened when Angela Henderson published an article on a popular website in Australia called MamaMia, and today she’s joining us to share exactly how she handled that criticism and negative feedback without losing sleep - or her confidence.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat went down - straight from AngelaWhat she was most surprised aboutHow she handled the criticism and negative commen...2022-12-1139 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo you know what your core values are? (Part II)In our last episode on the podcast (Ep 70) we shared our initial exploration of our core values with you. In today’s episode we’ll continue the convo as our discovery unfolds! Turns out a deep dive into your core values goes a lot farther than we thought - in the best way possible!Points Discussed in this EpisodeQuick recap of our previous episode, Part I on Values (Ep 70)We revisit our 2nd value (neither of us were convinced we had it nailed!)We discuss some questions from Brené’s workshee...2022-12-0441 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo you know what your core values are? (Part I)Values are important - we all know this - but have you ever really taken the time to actually write them down… to declare them?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with values, and how a podcast episode and PDF worksheet from Brené Brown has helped us immensely on our journey to declaring our core values!Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur serendipitous desire to dig deep into our own values The anxiety we felt around choosing just 2 core values (we have at least 10-15!... or so we tho...2022-11-2735 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you considered planning and hosting your own event?Planning and hosting an event, a mastermind, or a retreat is a lot of work. But the experience and outcome is worth every second!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with planning and hosting our own events, masterminds, and retreats!Points Discussed in this EpisodeDefining masterminds, events / conferences, and retreats Our own experience planning and hosting our own eventsNicole talks about WebinarNinja Live in San Diego (2015), the WebinarNinja Team Retreat they hosted in Bali (2019), and OzCon in AUS (2022)The importance of setting a goal, an intention, and...2022-11-2043 minNicole & Kate Can RelateConsuming vs. Producing: Should there be a balance?There comes a time when the scales have to tip: you consume to learn, but then what about producing… Isn’t that where the true learnings and experience come from?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with the different stages of consuming and producing, and how each benefits us in different ways.Points Discussed in this EpisodeDoes consuming sap your creative energy, making it more difficult to produce? Different types of consuming - not all content is created equally!Our own experiences with producing versus consumingAre energy...2022-11-1327 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Allison Melody on what being single has taught herWhether you’re single, dating, in a serious relationship, divorced, or have been married for years, you’re probably familiar with the judgment and stigmas surrounding dating and one’s relationship status in our society.For this episode we’ve invited our good friend Allison Melody on the mic to help us chat about relationships from a different perspective: that of a single woman who knows what she wants, and is not afraid to ask for it.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat Alli has learned from her life experiences, like going th...2022-11-0648 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs being a specialist better than being a generalist?There are certainly pros to being a specialist. No one wants an airline pilot who is “kind of good” at flying a plane. But does that mean being a specialist is always better than being a generalist?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with - at times - being on track to become specialists in certain areas, but also seeing the value in being good at a lot of different things.Points Discussed in this EpisodeThe idea that being a specialist is somehow superior or makes you be...2022-10-3031 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do you know which conferences and networking events are worth attending?Conferences and networking events - how do you know which ones are worth attending, and how can you plan and prepare properly to get the most out of them?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with conferences and networking events, including our hacks and the things we’ve learned from attending dozens of them over the past 10 years!Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow do you choose the right conferences and networking events to attend? Attending an event for content versus networking FOMO when it com...2022-10-2339 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Steph Clarke shares how to plan a reading weekA reading week? We know… we had our fair share of questions about what a reading week looks like, why you should consider doing one, and what the biggest benefits of a reading week might be. So for this episode we invite Steph Clarke of Steph’s Business Bookshelf Podcast on to talk about it!Points Discussed in this EpisodeTypes of books to read during different times of the dayHaving go-to sources you trust for book recommendationsHow a “reading week” might be a “thinking” weekend, a “4-day meditation geta...2022-10-1652 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat level of responsibility is ‘enough’?Responsibility isn’t something to be taken lightly. Yet so many toss it out with the trash and go on with their lives as though their commitments and duty don’t matter.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with responsibility, why we don’t take it lightly, and how our responsibilities affect so much more than just our own daily lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeIs it true… That how you do anything is how you do everything?What level of responsibility do we owe our...2022-10-0933 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo you consider yourself an empathetic person?Being an empathetic friend, partner, and leader is hopefully something we all strive for. But maybe empathy isn’t something you’ve thought about much… Maybe you’re not quite sure what it even means. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with empathy, and why we feel that striving to be an empathetic person can make such a huge difference in your life - and in others lives.Points Discussed in this Episode:The definition of empathy, and looking at empathy as a skillWhy being empathetic is importantDi...2022-10-0227 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWho doesn’t love a good celebration?!PSA: Stick around until the very end of today’s episode to hear about an incredible milestone we’re hoping you’ll celebrate with us! :)Celebrations and parties - not everyone loves them, but we think they should!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences hosting parties, what the pros and cons of hosting a party at home are, our favorite occasions to celebrate, and why we think celebrating is so important!Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur favorite things to celebrate What goes into...2022-09-2538 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWant to do, have to do, get to do: which is it?Are there things on your to-do list you do because you feel obligated to, but that you really don’t like doing? Yeah, we’ve got a few of those, too…In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with obligations - what they are, why we do them, and some different ways of looking at those less-than-ideal to-do’s from a new perspective to make them a little easier to tackle.Points Discussed in this EpisodeThings we do out of pure obligation - that we don’t want to do...2022-09-1832 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat does marriage mean to you?It’s a question you’ve maybe thought about here and there, but being able to dive in and consider the topic from multiple different perspectives is, well, why we started this podcast!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with marriage, what it means to us, and the importance of being on the same page with your partner.Points Discussed in this Episode:Is marriage relevant? The history of marriage There being a very “transactional” feeling to certain aspects of marriageThe different reasons why you might decide to marryThe...2022-09-1138 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Katie VanBuskirk on mental healthMental health and wellness is something we all know is important. But how widely accepted is it? And do people shy away from getting help because of fear of judgment - or worse, because they don’t have access?In this episode we’ve invited our good friend Katie VanBuskirk, PHD in clinical psychology, on the mic to chat about mental health. We also discuss some of the tools that are becoming more and more widely available to support those seeking help.Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow counseling and telemedicine has...2022-09-0443 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhen do you feel most creative?Being creative. We’ll be real with you: for a long time, we didn’t feel like we had the whole being creative thing down. But what does being creative really mean?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with being creative, including our past definitions, how those definitions have evolved (and why), plus, the things we do now that make us feel most creative.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat does being creative mean? How our definition of creativity has changed over time (and why)The importance of feel...2022-08-2836 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs being opinionated and speaking up the same thing?Being opinionated, speaking up, having a voice… are they all one in the same?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with speaking up and feeling confident about sharing our own opinions - and the meaning we’ve attached to being opinionated.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat does being opinionated mean, and is it the same as speaking up? A one-sided opinion versus an informed opinion Why we feel being willing to hear both sides of an argument is so importantHow social media feeds the fire when it comes...2022-08-2142 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat are your favorite self-care routines?Self-care is something that’s easily pushed to the backburner, but why? Why is it that we sometimes feel guilty for investing in our health, mental wellness, and our overall well being?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with self-care: our favorite routines, what we would love to do more of, and oh yes - we’ll chat about the occasional guilt that can come with the more “indulging” self-care activities.Points Discussed in this EpisodeFeeling guilty about some of our self-care routinesThe importance of self-careOur favorite s...2022-08-1428 minNicole & Kate Can RelateRoe v Wade overturned: How could this happen?We fully recognize that there are two sides to every story. We’re just having a REALLY hard time understanding how there could be another side to this one… How could this happen?In this episode we’ll share our own personal thoughts on Roe v Wade being overturned in the United States, along with what some of the implications and unintended consequences might be now - and in the future.Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur initial thoughts when we first heard about Roe v Wade being overturned What happened to Demo...2022-08-0737 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: The Merrymaker Sisters on self-acceptanceWe’ve all done it: judged others, compared our body to someone else’s body, and beat ourselves up for the way we look.In this episode we invite two sisters, Emma and Carla, to the convo - and they’ve been through it all: diets, plastic surgery, and more. Together we chat openly about the struggles all of us have gone through with self-acceptance.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhy are we trapped in this cycle of believing there’s actually an “ideal” body type? How awareness plays such a huge role in...2022-07-3150 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo I have to invite my cousin? Plus other wedding prep concernsIf you’ve ever been married, then you know planning a wedding is a lot of work! But it’s so worth it - IF you’re able to keep one thing in mind: this is about what you and your partner want!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with creating our wedding guest lists, how we escaped the diamond-studded claws of the monstrous wedding industry, and how we both prepared in advance to have time off from our businesses to enjoy our big day!Points Discussed in this Epi...2022-07-2428 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: Cass Sethi helps us with style and wardrobe!Style and wardrobe. It’s something we’ve both had a struggle or two with, and that’s why we’re excited to be bringing on our great friend, mastermind partner, and professional personal stylist, Cass Sethi, so she can help!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with battling our closets, finding clothes we feel great about, and how our “working from home” wardrobes have affected our overall personal style.Mentioned in this episodeNext Level WardrobeFollow Cass on Instagram!Points Di...2022-07-1750 minNicole & Kate Can RelateCelebrating 50 Episodes on NKCR!We did it, friends! Today we’re celebrating episode 50 on the podcast! Thank you all so much for your support and tuning into this podcast.In this episode we’re taking a look back at 4 of our favorite episodes, and we also share a little update on each topic!Points Discussed in this EpisodeEpisode 1: Do I want to start a family?We invited our friend Natalie Sisson on to chat about her journey to motherhood in Episode 47Op-Ed piece from LA Times on “Being child-free”Roe v. Wade being overturnedEpisode 8: How can...2022-07-1036 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhen it comes to friendship, is it quality over quantity?Maintaining and growing friendships is hard work, and in our opinion - for the right friendships - it’s more than worth it!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with maintaining existing friendships - and creating new ones - amongst the many moves, changes in careers, and shifting priorities we’ve experienced throughout our lives thus far.Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow our view of friendship has shifted over time What we’ve done to maintain our most special friendships in the midst of moves and all sorts...2022-07-0333 minNicole & Kate Can RelateThe pros of social media - are we better for it?A few episodes back (episode 45 here on the podcast) we discussed some of the many cons of social media. In this episode, we’re back to chat about some ways social media has enhanced our lives, both personally and professionally!Points Discussed in this EpisodeLeveraging social media for business (Facebook Groups, Twitter discussions) Does the amount of time you invest in social media = what you get out of it?Deciding which platforms to use based on what you get out of themHow social media has given our family and friends a window into our lives - t...2022-06-2634 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: From Suitcase Entrepreneur to Mama w/ Natalie SissonFrom complete lifestyle freedom and full-time entrepreneurial bliss to all the messy, beautiful experiences of motherhood. Now that’s a transition that comes with a whole lot of changes!In this episode we dive into those changes with our special guest, Natalie Sisson. We hope you enjoy it!Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow Natalie and Josh’s handshake over dinner one night changed their livesThe transition from lifestyle entrepreneurship and full freedom to becoming a momThe emotions that come with raising a child, mom guilt, finding support, and digging deep for...2022-06-1949 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhen’s the last time you had a true R&R vacay?We get it: it’s not easy planning a trip - let alone a trip where you actually get to relax and feel refreshed upon your return.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with planning time away from our homes (and our businesses) to recharge. ‘Cause if there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s how critical that time really is.Points Discussed in this EpisodeThe importance of planning your trips with intentionVacays pre-entrepreneurship (and how it’s different now)The creativity and experiences that true R...2022-06-1234 minNicole & Kate Can RelateThe cons of social media - are we worse for it?Social media is something that, these days, is hard to ignore. Whether you’re on it to share pictures, engage with your audience, or for that dopamine hit when you get a “ding!”, we’ve all experienced what it’s like to get a little lost in the rabbit hole.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with social media and how we think it has changed us - for better or worse.Mentioned in this episode: The Social DilemmaPoints D...2022-06-0537 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDoes stress keep you up at night, too?Stress. It comes in many forms and varying intensities. But one thing is for sure: we all experience it.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with managing stress, how it shows up, and some of our own coping mechanisms we use often.Points Discussed in this EpisodeIdentifying triggers, people, and situations that cause you stress Situations where tonality or how you start a sentence could cause unnecessary stressHow our view and feelings around stress have changed as we’ve gotten olderDifferent ways of manag...2022-05-2932 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDelegating and partnerships - what’s a ‘yes’ and what’s a ‘no’?Delegating isn’t easy, and partnerships can either be incredibly rewarding, or not at all what you expected. So how do you know when to do it and when not to?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with delegating and partnerships, and how we’ve learned to gauge whether an offer is a great opportunity, or a hard pass.Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow do you know what and when to delegate? What are the benefits of delegation and/or entering into a partner...2022-05-2237 minNicole & Kate Can RelateAre your parents getting older, too?Sometimes we find ourselves in a new role that isn’t so familiar, and getting used to showing up in a different way isn’t always easy. This is especially the case as our parents age and the relationship dynamics shift.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with changing roles and identities as we get older - in all areas of our lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeChallenges with switching our focus… going from a domestic focus, to a business focus, to a family focus The unfamilia...2022-05-1526 minNicole & Kate Can RelateSpecial Feature: On Mindset w/ Allison Melody of Food HealsHey friends! Today we’re mixing things up a bit and sharing an interview we did on our girlfriend Allison’s podcast called Food Heals.In this episode we dive into the topic of mindset with Allison. We hope you enjoy it!Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe share a bit about how Nicole & Kate Can Relate came to be! We chat with Allison about our own mindset experiencesTune in to hear how mindset has changed for us over the yearsThank you so much...2022-05-0851 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you considered a “restart”?Starting again can mean a lot of different things. Sometimes it’s expected - a choice we make. And other times it’s not at all expected, and it can feel abrupt - maybe even devastating.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with starting again and the major shifts we’ve had in our own lives on our journey to finding what’s next.Points Discussed in this EpisodeMajor moves and decisions we’ve made early on in life in order to start againScenarios where a restart migh...2022-05-0137 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhy did I say yes to that?Saying yes to too many things inevitably leads to feeling overextended, and frankly, exhausted. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with overextending ourselves, and what we’ve learned along the way after saying “yes” to too many things.Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur desire to help others and be able to “do it all”Feeling obligated, obliged, or pressured to say yesHow important your own time is, and how saying “no” can be empoweringMentioned in this episode: Essentialism by Greg McKeownAtomic Habi...2022-04-2438 minNicole & Kate Can RelateStarting your own business: What's that like?Our journey to starting our own businesses began over 10 years ago, and there have certainly been a lot of unexpected experiences and lessons learned throughout.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with starting our own business - the up’s, the down’s, and everything in between.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe each set the scene of where we were and what prompted our decision to start our own business What has your experience been like starting, and now running, your own business? It’s about the journe...2022-04-1734 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs BYO Meat weird? Plus other social etiquette dilemmasSplitting the dinner tab, BYO Meat, taking your shoes off in the house, entertaining company… there are endless situations we find ourselves in where social etiquette comes into play. What’s the “right thing” to do?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences and feelings when it comes to how to behave in a variety of situations.Points Discussed in this EpisodeIs it weird to not be invited to a party, but your spouse is? How do you handle situations where the dinner tab comes and someone wants to sp...2022-04-1042 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWish you were more organized?Do you do it, too? …Make sure that everything in your kitchen and bathroom is in its place, that your calendar is color-coded, and that your files are fully up-to-date? In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences (and really, our obsession) with organization - and how being organized has helped us feel an overall sense of confidence, calmness, and peace of mind in so many areas.Points Discussed in this EpisodeThe ways in which organization has helped us get ahead - in business and in life Where did we...2022-04-0334 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWill I regret that?Regret. It’s something we don’t love feeling. But how do you make great decisions while simultaneously making sure you won’t regret the outcome - or the experience itself?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with regret - choices we wish we would have approached differently, and how our regret has helped us shape our decision-making process today.Points Discussed in this EpisodeRegret and safety (or staying in your comfort zone) - are they related?How past regrets have helped us shape our current decision...2022-03-2742 minNicole & Kate Can RelateAm I too hard on myself?We sometimes have pretty high expectations for ourselves… with work, with goals, with house stuff, with our overall appearance, with the amount of time we dedicate to (fill in the blank!) Can you relate?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences battling our own high expectations, and we’ll also share a few tips we’ve used to manage those expectations. Because let’s be real: no one is perfect!Points Discussed in this EpisodeBeing disappointed by our performance because of the high expectations we’ve set...2022-03-2030 minNicole & Kate Can RelateThat’s part of getting older, right?Getting older means a whole lot of things - slower recovery time, a bit of resistance to change, a stronger focus on our health, sometimes a tad of fear around the unknown, a bigger weight put on the decisions we’re making…In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with getting older, and how with each year that passes we’re finding ourselves wiser, yes, but also more cautious and aware of how our actions impact our future.Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur ability to perform physically with spo...2022-03-1340 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat are the consequences of being a business owner?What are some things you “sign up for” when you commit to being a business owner? It’s a question you probably don’t ask yourself beforehand; rather, something you start to experience as you get into it.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with fielding hate comments, reading bad reviews, and we’ll also discuss some stories from others in the business space who are dealing with consequences they probably never expected.Points Discussed in this EpisodeNo matter the size of your audience, you can still be a t...2022-03-0640 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo you hesitate to speak up?Finding your voice, speaking up, asking for what you want… It's not always easy.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with the discomfort and nervousness that can sometimes come along with speaking up.Points Discussed in this EpisodeKate shares a story of a major shift in her perspective on the importance of speaking upNicole talks about some struggles she’s faced with speaking up - and an experience where it wasn’t any trouble at allWe share a few ways we’ve learned to move past the impost...2022-02-2738 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDo you struggle with work-life balance?Work-life balance is something we all strive for, but what is it exactly? And how do you know when you’ve accomplished it?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with work-life balance, including our own definitions of what it is - plus, how we’re working to achieve it in our own lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeDoes work-life balance exist? What we’re each doing to become better at work-life balanceDeciding which buckets you want in your life (and what belongs in each buck...2022-02-2051 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you tried visioning before?With a bit of hesitation around the whole idea of visioning, we’ve both experienced it - and we’re hooked!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with how visioning has helped us through some really difficult times - in addition to it helping us bring to life some of our biggest dreams and goals.Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow Kate first discovered visioning Nicole’s experience with visioningThe power behind seeing something before it happensHow we’ve continued to harness visioning in all areas of our lives!2022-02-1334 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs cancel culture productive?Cancel culture has been around for a while now, but it might be something you’ve just recently started hearing more about - this might even be the first time!In this episode we’ll share our own personal perspective on cancel culture, including whether it’s productive, plus how we’ve experienced or seen it play out in our own lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat is cancel culture? Some of the research and examples we’ve both come across in our researchHow we’ve experienced cancel culture or seen it play...2022-02-0641 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow has Covid changed your life?The pandemic is something none of us could have really prepared for, but here we are. It’s been about two years since many of us went into our first lockdown, and we’re all still guessing as to when we’ll experience some sort of “new normal”.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with COVID-19 and the pandemic. Points Discussed in this EpisodeA look back to March 2020 and our first lockdown experiencesHow COVID and the pandemic as a whole has affected our everyday live...2022-01-3045 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow has your perspective changed?Perspective - how you choose to view life, the people around you, the places you visit, and your role in it all - is incredibly powerful.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with perspective shifts throughout experiences like living abroad, traveling the globe, conversations with family members, connections with those who are very different from us, and more!Points Discussed in this EpisodeLiving abroad How travel can shift your perspectiveYour perspective changing as you grow olderConversations and connections - and your ability to put yourself in som...2022-01-2335 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWho's the boss when you work with your partner?Working with a high-performing spouse presents some challenges - especially if you view yourself as a high-performing individual as well. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences working with our significant others, including how it all started - and some of the surprises we’ve fielded along the way!Points Discussed in this EpisodeThe importance of being clear about your role and asking for what you wantThe difference between the visionary role and the “engine” roleDealing with assumptions from othersGaining and losing confidence in the proce...2022-01-1638 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat’s your money mindset?Money is a charged topic. Some of us grew up respecting money - understanding what money represents and how it can help us accomplish beautiful, positive things. Others have a different understanding. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with money, including how we thought and talked about money from a young age, in addition to how we feel about it now - and the many resources and the mindset work we’ve done to get there. Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat we thought of money as we wer...2022-01-0948 minNicole & Kate Can RelateDoes mindset matter?Mindset is one of the most powerful and impactful things in our lives, and we get to decide whether we invest our time, energy and effort into improving it. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with mindset. We’ll discuss how it has played an integral role on our journeys, in addition to sharing specific experiences and moments where our mindset has dramatically shifted - and how that has changed the trajectory of our lives. Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat our experience with mindset has been a...2022-01-0251 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat does "good health" mean to you?Health - it’s definitely one of our top priorities and something we could go on and on about… mainly because it emcompasses so many different things: sleep, exercise, the food we put in our bodies (just to name a few).In this episode we’ll share our own personal views about what overall “good health” looks like, and what some of our daily routines are that help support good health in our own lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeHas health always been important to us? How our youth and families ha...2021-12-2629 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHave you recapped your 2021 yet?Reflecting, looking back, recapping… whatever you want to call it, we’re jumping on the mic today to talk about why this is such an important practice for us, and how we do it!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with recapping by way of sharing our 2021 in review! The wins, the lessons, our upcoming goals, and more :)Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhy is reflection important, and what role has it played on our journey and in our lives thus far?We each share our biggest win of...2021-12-1949 minNicole & Kate Can RelateFailure: Is it the way to success?Failure: it’s not typically something one strives for; or is it? In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with failure and how our view of failure has changed over the years - especially since becoming entrepreneurs.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat we currently believe about failureNicole shares a personal experience that - to some - looked a lot like failure Kate shares a failure she experienced at work - one that she has struggled to detach herself fromHow our view of fai...2021-12-1239 minNicole & Kate Can RelateConsidering a big move? Tune in!Between the two of us, we’ve made a big move or relocated 8 times! Now that’s some experience.In this episode we’ll share what went into making the initial decision to move - and then what happened once we arrived in our location. You know - the good, the unexpected, the lessons, and... the not-so-glamorous side of things, too!Points Discussed in this EpisodeKate shares her experience leaving home for the first time at the age of 18 for college Nicole shares her experience relocating from Sydney...2021-12-0539 minNicole & Kate Can RelateChanging careers and the Great Resignation: Can you relate?It’s no secret that job security and the way we work is changing - fast. With the Great Resignation, the pandemic, and the fast-paced online world we live in today, changing careers is becoming more and more common.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with changing careers, moving internationally for jobs, and we’ll chat about the opportunities available to job seekers in today’s job market.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat’s the impact of the Great Resignation, and is job security a...2021-11-2841 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do I make more confident decisions?Decision making isn’t always easy, and sometimes you wish someone else could just tell you exactly what to do next. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with decision making, and how we’ve each approached massive decisions in our lives.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe each talk about our relationship with decision makingNicole shares how she approached her decision to go through with a massive surgeryKate shares how she approached her decision to try and have childrenWe share the steps we typically take when faced with a...2021-11-2131 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat role does travel play in my life?Traveling requires a few things: the right mindset, preparation and planning, and two little things called time and money.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with travel - starting from a young age, through grade school and college, and into our lives now as entrepreneurs with a little more freedom. But does that freedom make a difference in how we travel?... Tune in to find out!Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur favorite or ideal way to travel How travel changed for us throughout the yearsThe tradeoffs of...2021-11-1441 minNicole & Kate Can RelateJudgement, comparison... Oh my! Do you do this too?Long Description (show notes):Judgement can happen without you even realizing it, which is why it’s such a sneaky little thing. And let’s not even go there on the topic of comparing ourselves to others...Okay fine, let’s go there! In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with judgement, how it has affected us throughout our lives, and who we think is the ONE and only person you should be comparing yourself to…Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow has judgem...2021-11-0736 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhy do I feel guilty about that?Guilt is a tricky emotion. We feel it in a variety of situations. Sometimes we can talk ourselves off the ledge, and other times it feels like our guilt will consume us.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with guilt and the ways in which guilt pops up most often in our lives, like when we’re spending money, dedicating time to self-care, when we’re away from work, and more! Points Discussed in this EpisodeHow spending money, practicing self-care, and being away from work brings up guil...2021-10-3149 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow do I find my passions?Finding your passions - probably not something you think about on a daily basis. But should it be?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with being asked the question, “What are you passionate about?”, how we currently seek out new passions, and we’ll also share some things we’ve tried that we know we’re definitely not passionate about!Points Discussed in this EpisodeRemembering the first time we were asked, “What are you passionate about?”How we currently seek out new passionsA few things we ar...2021-10-2443 minNicole & Kate Can RelateCan I actually have it all?Having it all. The idea or possibility of having it all might bring up a mixed bag of emotions and thoughts for you. Us, too!In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences and thoughts on what it means to have it all, we’ll look at how the pressures of having it all might be different for men and women, and we’ll also dive into some thoughts on whether we think it’s possible.Mentioned in this episode: Derek Sivers $250k giveawa...2021-10-1742 minNicole & Kate Can RelateRunning a business: Highs & lows (Part II)Let’s be real: running a business isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with running a business, including the highs, the lows, and everything in between.Points Discussed in this EpisodeKate shares one of her biggest challenges We each share some of the biggest rewards and wins we’ve experiencedWe dive into the sacrifices we’ve madeWe answer the question: is it worth it?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode wher...2021-10-1033 minNicole & Kate Can RelateRunning a business: Can anyone do it? (Part I)Running a business isn’t for everyone, but can anyone do it? Well, turns out we have a lot to say on this topic!... by the end of this episode we decide we have to continue the convo, making this part I of a two part series.In this episode - part I - we talk about whether we’ve always considered ourselves entrepreneurs, we each share our own personal experience with becoming business owners, what the path looked like to get here, and we’ll even share one of the biggest challenges we’ve faced...2021-10-0341 minNicole & Kate Can RelateIs it OK to be unambitious?Ambition. By definition, it means a strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work. So, is it OK to be unambitious? In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences when it comes to our levels of ambition, whether ambition comes with a negative connotation, and we’ll also share why on the surface, we don’t think it’s OK to be unambitious. Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur own levels of ambition in various areas of our livesHow certain circumstan...2021-09-2643 minNicole & Kate Can RelateHow can I build good habits?Good habits aren’t always easy. Creating and sticking to them, all the while trying not to pick up bad habits… what’s the best way to manage it all?In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with building good habits - that actually stick - plus how we’ve ditched bad habits and what we do to get “back on track” after a vacation or rough patch.Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur favorite “good habits” and how we started them Some of our bad habits we’ve ki...2021-09-1932 minNicole & Kate Can RelateRelationships: What are they to you?Relationships are one of our top priorities, and we’re the first to admit that moving around a lot, traveling, changing jobs, having children - any number of things can make it a little tougher to maintain, nurture, and grow your relationships.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with building - and keeping - important relationships in our lives, what it’s like to make new friends as we get older, and why we think the saying “you are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” is something to really...2021-09-1239 minNicole & Kate Can RelateWhat is your daily routine?Create a daily routine, stick to it, and excel in every area of your life! Sounds pretty great, but is it really that easy? Well, not exactly...In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences when it comes to the power of a morning routine, what happens when our daily routines don’t go as planned, and how we get ourselves back on track after the unexpected happens.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe each share our own daily routines What happens when...2021-09-0545 minNicole & Kate Can RelateAge is just a number, right?Age is a funny thing. For some of us, our age determines a lot: how we dress, how we talk, the things we participate in, and how we think about what’s possible. But should it? In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with how we feel at our current age (Nicole at 43 and Kate at 38), what getting older feels (and looks) like for us, how age has changed our perspective on certain things, and - about death.Points Discussed in this Episode2021-08-2942 minNicole & Kate Can RelateOverwhelm: Can I make it go away?No matter how efficient we are, no matter how great of planners we are, and regardless of whether we have kids, a business, a job, are taking care of family members… We ALL know what it feels like to be OVERWHELMED.In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with what makes us feel overwhelmed, how we deal with overwhelm when it creeps up, and how we decide what to say yes to and what to say no to.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWhat makes us f...2021-08-2243 minNicole & Kate Can RelateEver struggle with confidence? Us too...Confidence. It’s a sneaky thing. Struggles with confidence have been a part of our lives since… almost as long as we can remember! And we have a feeling that we’re not alone. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences and struggles with confidence, decision-making, and how we’ve built confidence in specific areas over time. Because when you put focus and effort towards improving something like confidence, anything is possible.Points Discussed in this EpisodeWe share - on a scale of 1-10 - our confi...2021-08-151h 06
Nicole & Kate Can RelateVulnerability and sharing: How much is too much?Putting yourself out there isn’t always a super comfortable thing, but for those of us running a business, we know it’s part of the package. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences with being vulnerable, (and what that actually means), plus share our perspectives on the question of sharing and how much is too much?Points Discussed in this EpisodeOur public versus private selvesJudgement, criticism, and consequencesThe fear or hesitancy with sharing parts of our livesVulnerability, what’s fake and what’s real?When i...2021-08-0830 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateDo I want to start a family?Every woman experiences it at some point in their lives - and for many of us, it’s a recurring question we ask at different stages of our lives. To start a family, or not to start a family?We understand that not every woman has this choice, and our hearts go out to those who struggle with infertility or who have suffered the loss of a child. In this episode we’ll share our own personal experiences grappling with this question, and how we eac...2021-08-0134 min
Nicole & Kate Can RelateNicole and Kate Can Relate TrailerA brand new podcast from good friends and entrepreneurs, Nicole Baldinu and Kate Erickson. 2021-07-3006 min