What If Pausing Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do?

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Taxes, Voting, Recycling—oh my! After navigating this jungle of grown-up responsibilities together, we're taking a quick summer breather to recharge our adulting batteries. But before we temporarily hang up our responsible pants, join us for this special episode packed with our favorite kernels of wisdom from the season so far AND get an exclusive preview of the fresh adulting adventures awaiting you when Grown-Up Stuff returns in late summer! Think of this episode as your adulting victory lap—complete with confetti and zero paperwork required! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What if the secret to your next breakthrough isn’t pushing harder—but pressing pause?

In this episode, I explore the surprising power of slowing down. We talk about the kind of pause you choose—and the kind your body chooses for you. From the quiet wisdom of the third trimester of pregnancy to the fog (and insight) of perimenopause, you’ll hear why learning to pause may be the most productive thing you do this year.Plus, I’ll share how Pause Magazine was born from this exact moment in my life—and why I think now is the perfect time for a different kind of productivity conversation.

Get inspired to listen inward.

Reframe your relationship with rest.

And discover what happens when you stop long enough to really hear yourself.

→ Get your free digital copy of Pause Magazine at plansimple.com/pause

300 episodes

What If Pausing Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do?

Plan Simple with Mia Moran

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

What if the secret to your next breakthrough isn’t pushing harder—but pressing pause?

Get inspired to listen inward.

Reframe your relationship with rest.

And discover what happens when you stop long enough to really hear yourself.

→ Get your free digital copy of Pause Magazine at plansimple.com/pause

300 episodes

#Fitness #Entrepreneur #Business #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Mental Health #Mia Moran

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Mindset of Relationships with Tannaz Hosseinpour 45:44

4 days ago45:44

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“Self worth is not something that's earned. It's something that is remembered.” –Tannaz Hosseinpour Individualism and isolation are doing a number on us. Relationship specialist Tannaz Hosseinpour helps us see why things aren’t working — and what we can do about it. We all want to belong, even us introverts who need time alone. We want the village we were promised, but to be able to make the most of it, we need to be able to receive it. Tannaz and I explore both how the collective can support us and what we need as individuals to thrive. We talk about: How prioritizing individualism over collectivism and masculine energy over feminine leads to problems Why we need connection to energy bigger than ourselves and learning to feel safe receiving The impact of COVID and our resultant sense of safety on relationships now Having an internal anchor to ground yourself How to set boundaries with others and ourselves 5 different kinds of intimacy we crave ABOUT TANNAZ Tannaz Hosseinpour is a relationship coach and registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who helps individuals build emotionally secure relationships, starting with the one they have with themselves. She blends nervous system regulation, psychodynamic insights, somatic modalities and belief reprogramming to help clients break free from limiting patterns and feel safe in love, purpose, and self-expression. LINKS https://minutesongrowth.com/about/ https://www.instagram.com/minutesongrowth www.facebook.com/MinutesOnGrowth https://www.tiktok.com/@minutesongrowth DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is how change happens. Often we feel like our actions have to be huge to match the bigness of our desires, but we have seen over and over and over again that the little things add up. By stacking up a series of Doable Changes, you will create that big change that you crave. Choose the one that really resonates with you this week and really make it part of your life. Here are Three Doable Changes from this conversation: SMALL STEPS TO FEELING SAFE WITH PEOPLE. Post-Covid, a lot of us don’t feel safe in public or large groups, and we may not even realize it. Taking small steps to spend time with people can make a difference. Try getting together with one or two people. Breathe through discomfort. Remind yourself you are safe. Try a small group. SET A BOUNDARY. Instead of getting angry at somebody else when you feel hurt, express your “I” statement about how you feel and what you would like. Enforce the boundary. If the other person does not respond, choose the change your actions. TAKE A BREAK. Next time you find yourself in an argument or going around and around in circles of not understanding, take a break. Give yourself at least 20 minutes to re regulate. Come back to the conversation when all parties have had a chance to do that.…

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Money and Divorce with Gabriella Martinelli 47:04

11 days ago47:04

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“Divorce is mostly about money.” –Gabriella Martinelli Married? Do you know where your money is? I’m really excited to talk with Gabriella Martinelli, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, about what we need to know about our finances and protecting ourselves before or during a divorce. Even if you don’t think you are headed in that direction, you can protect yourself, because if you don’t know where the money is or don’t have access to the accounts, and something happens, you’re stuck. Divorce is often messy — a mix of emotions, laws that aren’t clear, and financial confusion. Getting clarity around the money can help you make choices from a better place. We talk about: Why so many women don’t know about money — and why it’s a problem Financial and nonfinancial contributions to the family Fear about not having enough money and trust about money going both ways Protecting your business early and keeping business expenses separate from household expenses Questions you should be asking and how you can start to find information Why you should hire a CDFA before an attorney if you are moving toward divorce ABOUT GABRIELLA Gabriella E. Martinelli is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) and founder of Ever After Wealth®. With 21 years of experience in divorce finance, including 16 working alongside top attorneys, Gabriella helps individuals and professionals navigate the financial complexities of divorce with clarity and confidence. She makes complex financial topics easy to understand, offering real-world strategies that empower listeners to take control of their financial future. LINKS https://www.everafterwealth.com Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/everafterwealth/ LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/everafterwealth DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: GET A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR FAMILY FINANCIAL PICTURE. What accounts do you have? What investments? What debt? Are your names on those accounts? Ask questions. Collect information. Ask for more access. It’s not only useful in case of divorce, but also in case something happens to your spouse and you need to do more than you are doing financially. DIG DEEPER. Gabriella offers some ideas about using tax returns, credit reports, and other documents to start to gather information on your own if you feel you can’t ask questions or don’t trust the answers. PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS. While protecting your business may take multiple changes, the first step you can take is to talk to an attorney about protecting your business as your livelihood in case, separate from other assets. From there you can make decisions about what you need to do.…

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Relationships involve skills with Tarah Kerwin 42:52

18 days ago42:52

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“How do we create emotional safety and help each other regulate these emotions?” –Tarah Kerwin Do you keep having the same fights over and over? Do you feel like your partner is just trying to set you off? I’m really excited to talk with relationship counselor Tarah Kerwin about relationship renovation. We dive into how childhood trauma (big and little) affects our relationships. Even if you think you didn’t experience trauma, Tarah shows us how different experiences can affect how we react to our partners, who tend to trigger us the most. Many of us are in a transition period, perhaps becoming empty nesters or one person retiring, or stepping more into ourselves as responsibilities for others change. How does this shape our relationship? How can we make decisions based on clarity instead of anger or frustration or fear? We talk about: How childhood trauma shows up later and how kids can reflect back our trauma The three Ps for relationships — predict, plan, prepare Codewords to stop overwhelm and resentment Tara Brach’s RAIN technique Developing emotional safety go through transitions together and making decisions from a place of clarity Creating a time to prioritize your relationship ABOUT TARAH Tarah Kerwin, along with her husband EJ, is dedicated to transforming couples’ lives through meaningful connection and support. They’ve built not one but two companies, with their second, Relationship Renovation Coaching Consulting and Media, offering coaching sessions to couples worldwide through the innovative Relationship Renovation @ Home Program. Their goal is to provide real tools for couples to thrive, no matter where they are. The company also features a world-renowned podcast that dives into everything you want to know about relationships, helping listeners navigate the complexities of love and connection. Tarah’s passion lies in helping couples experience less suffering and more growth. Tarah’s journey into the field began with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in 2004. After beginning her career as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California, she moved to Arizona in 2010. It was there that she and EJ founded Relationship Renovation Counseling Practice, which set the foundation for their collaborative work. LINKS https://relationshiprenovation.com/ MENTIONED RESOURCES https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/ DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Sometimes action gets a bad rap. You can be kind to yourself. You can practice being AND doing, but for change to happen you have to take steps. The way we take care of ourselves is making the steps doable and focusing on one thing at a time. We take time to integrate the change and then move on to the next one. Pick a Doable Change that resonates with you the most to start from. Here are three Doable changes that we chose from this conversation. MAKE A CODE WORD. Create a code word that means, “I’m overwhelmed and starting to get resentful” or out of your zone of tolerance. Discuss what you need to do when you use your code word. If your partner chooses one too, respect their needs when they use it. SCHEDULE TIME TO FOCUS ON YOUR RELATIONSHIP. Even if you are in couples therapy or counseling, schedule time outside to focus on your relationship. Have time regularly where you are together and focused on each other. PREDICT, PLAN, PREPARE. At the beginning of the day, stop and think about what’s going to happen. What is likely to make you angry, defensive, hurt, or otherwise challenged? How could that situation be better? Prepare to handle the situation in a way that is less triggering.…

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How to Truly Take Time Off — For Me, to Heal from Surgery; For You, for Summer Vacation 25:11

24 days ago25:11

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In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update—I'm heading into surgery—and how I planned for real time off. From setting up my business to letting myself receive help, I talk about what it means for me to rest, heal, and still feel held. Whether you’re navigating a big life moment or heading into summer vacation, I hope this helps you plan your time off with more intention and care.…

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Update Your Brand This Summer with Barb Pritchard 48:10

4 weeks ago48:10

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“Your brand is going to evolve. Your business is going to evolve.” –Barb Pritchard Summer is a great time to update your brand, and I’m talking with Barb Pritchard, a brand strategist and intuitive designer about what that really looks like. We talk about why you want to be consistent across platforms — but you brand is more than fonts and colors. You are a big piece of your brand and need to show up visually and in words. And while you might want to redo your website and be done, your business and your brand are going to continue to evolve. This season is a great time to see what’s working and what’s not. We talk about: Oracle cards and following breadcrumbs — yes, intuition as a business guide How following formulas doesn’t feel natural — and what happens when you really show up as you Learning to talk naturally about what you do Thinking about how you want people to feel when they interact with your brand Why brand photos matter so much Changing one small thing at a time to see what resonates with your audience ABOUT BARB Barb Pritchard, the creative force behind Infinity Brand Design, is a visionary brand strategist and intuitive designer with over 20 years of experience. Specializing in an empathy-first approach, she empowers spiritual entrepreneurs and shapes transformative brands, aligning mission-focused businesses with their soul clients. Leveraging her vast experience with Fortune 100 & 500 companies, Barb fuels growth and authenticity in impactful, heart-centered ventures. As the driving spirit of Infinity Brand Design, Barb is also an acclaimed author, speaker, and advocate for living a purpose-filled life, finding joy in global exploration, cultural immersions, and nurturing connections. LINKS https://www.infinitybrand.design/ https://www.facebook.com/ImBarbPritchard https://www.instagram.com/infinitybranddesign https://www.pinterest.com/infinitybranddesign/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbpritchard/ DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: MAKE A SMALL CHANGE. If you aren’t getting the results you want, try changing a few words or one photo. See if you get a different reaction. Sometimes a tiny change can shift the effect dramatically. KNOW YOURSELF FIRST. Do you know: What lights you up? What do you want to do? What are you here for? What is your passion? The answers to these questions are essential for talking about yourself clearly. BOOK PHOTOS. Book a photographer for brand photos. Someone else can help show, visually, who you are. Even if you don’t like being in pictures, you’ll want good ones of you — headshots but also you in action at what you do.…

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10 Things You Can Implement Today from the FLOW Planning System 50:19

5 weeks ago50:19

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“Planning isn’t about doing it all—it’s about becoming who you’re meant to be, one aligned action at a time.” —Mia Moran Planning doesn’t have to feel rigid, overwhelming, or like it’s just one more thing to do. In today’s episode, Mia shares 10 powerful shifts you can make today —straight from the FLOW Planning System—that help you align your time, energy, and attention with what matters most. These are small changes that make a big difference—whether or not you use the FLOW Planner. From leading with the feminine to bringing magic into your weekly rhythm, this episode will inspire you to plan in a way that supports your health, your purpose, and your becoming. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why planning with the feminine first changes everything How to prioritize what matters—while still getting the have-to-dos done The difference between habits and projects (and why it matters) The power of seasonal planning and daily anchoring How reflection, intuition, and structure can work together Resources Mentioned: Get the FLOW Planner + Course for $12 Download the FREE Today Page Connect with Mia: Instagram: @plansimple.co Website: plansimple.com…

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How to Eat for Your Body with Tess Masters 45:48

7 weeks ago45:48

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“Our gut health is connected to our hormones, our blood sugar and our metabolic health, and when we understand the science behind how our body works, we realize that feeling good during menopause isn't just about managing the estrogen and the progesterone. It's about figuring out these other pieces.” –Tess Masters Did you finally figure out how to eat for your body — and then it stopped working? Or you never figured it out and lately it’s just been bad? If you’re not feeling good in your body, it’s time to do something about it. That’s why I’m so excited to talk with Tess Masters. She’s my health cheerleader and food guru. She’s helped me uplevel my food again and again. Our food is a lot more nuanced than we think, but Tess can help you learn what works for you and how to make shifts when that stops. We talk about: How our bodies change as we age, over seasons, as our hormones and medications shift — and our food needs to change with that Protein and the problem with too much or not enough The changes that happen in perimenopause and menopause Paying attention to sleep and stress, noticing how your body reacts to different foods 60-day reset for a digestive reset, to go through two hormone cycles, and to turn new ideas into habits Finding balance, choosing to stick with foods that make you feel good, and not feeling left out ABOUT TESS Tess Masters is a wellness coach, speaker, podcaster, chef, and author of The Blender Girl , The Blender Girl Smoothies , and The Perfect Blend published by Penguin Random House. You can find hundreds of easy recipes at theblendergirl.com . Through The Decadent Detox ® and Skinny60 ® health programs, Tess and her team of dietitians have helped over 30,000 people get healthy using science-based food and lifestyle strategies. The “Good, Better, or Best, Not Perfect” philosophy of the programs encourages participants to empower themselves in all parts of their lives to find a balance of self-care and fun! Tess and her health tips and recipes have been featured in the L.A Times , Washington Post , InStyle , Real Simple , Prevention , Shape , Glamour , Clean Eating , Yoga Journal , Vegetarian Times , Yahoo Living , the Today show, Fox , Home & Family , and many other media outlets. As a spokesperson, presenter, and recipe developer, Tess has collaborated with many brands, including KitchenAid, Vitamix, Williams-Sonoma, Four Seasons, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, Silk, So Delicious, and many others. Tess has a passion for sharing stories that inspire people to go after what they want. On her podcast, It Has To Be Me , she interviews trailblazers about how they conquer fear to take action on the things they’re dreaming about. LINKS Free Master Class Menopause: 3 Secrets To Lose Weight and Reduce Symptoms The Delicious Way Skinny60® Health Programs: https://www.skinny60.com/ The Blender Girl website: https://www.theblendergirl.com/ The Decadent Detox Cleanses: https://www.thedecadentdetox.com/ It Has to Be Me: https://ithastobeme.com/ Facebook @theblendergirl Instagram @theblendergirl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/theblendergirl LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessmasters/ TESS ON PLANSIMPLE It Has to Be You with Tess Masters Empowered Food Choices with Tess Masters Eat to Thrive with Tess Masters The Skinny with Tess Masters Blend It with Tess Masters DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: NOTICE HOW YOUR BODY FEELS. How does your body feel now, in this stage of life, in this season? What feels good? What is challenging? Simply track how you feel throughout the day for a week. PLAY DETECTIVE. What happens when you don’t have your usual smoothie? Or when you have a glass of wine with dinner (or don’t)? What happens when you’re on vacation and don’t eat any of your usual things? Paying attention to what you are eating and how your body reacts can give you clues to changes you might want to make. PAY ATTENTION TO PROTEIN. We all need protein, but in perimenopause or menopause, you might need more if you haven’t been getting enough. That said, too much or too much at once isn’t helpful. Notice if you are getting protein throughout the day. Pay attention to the kinds of protein you are eating.…

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The Power of a Reset: Why You Need to Interrupt Yourself to Grow 18:07

8 weeks ago18:07

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If we don’t choose the reset, life will usually choose it for us. In this episode, I dive into the magic of consciously resetting—your energy, your goals, your relationship with time itself. I share personal stories of how, just this past month, I’ve had to reset my beliefs about healing, how my household runs, and how I lead in business.This isn’t about quitting. It’s about re-choosing—with clarity.Whether you’re feeling off track or just ready for something new, this conversation will help you remember that pausing, reflecting, and realigning isn’t a detour—it is the path.Hear how I’ve navigated recent shifts in health, home, and leadership. Explore how to reset your relationship with time and planning. And leave with a fresh way to meet yourself, right where you are. → Join the Productivity Reset at plansimple.com/reset…

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What If Pausing Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do? 20:21

9 weeks ago20:21

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What if the secret to your next breakthrough isn’t pushing harder—but pressing pause? In this episode, I explore the surprising power of slowing down. We talk about the kind of pause you choose—and the kind your body chooses for you. From the quiet wisdom of the third trimester of pregnancy to the fog (and insight) of perimenopause, you’ll hear why learning to pause may be the most productive thing you do this year.Plus, I’ll share how Pause Magazine was born from this exact moment in my life—and why I think now is the perfect time for a different kind of productivity conversation. Get inspired to listen inward. Reframe your relationship with rest. And discover what happens when you stop long enough to really hear yourself. → Get your free digital copy of Pause Magazine at plansimple.com/pause…

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Planning Your Summer for Work, Life, Wellness and Fun 26:55

13 weeks ago26:55

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“What does creating balance look like in the summer?” –Mia When you thank summer, do you think vacation, barbecues, and ice cream? I find that a lot of us have a vivid image of how summer should look — and we don’t stop to see if that’s what we really want. Or we have an idea we want to dial back on business or health or other goals, but it’s jarring to jump from spring to summer and back to fall when you let things get out of balance in summer. What if, instead, you were intentional about what you really wanted this season? What if you made a plan that: helps you stick to how you want to feel takes into account exterior rhythms that change in the summer anticipates obstacles or stressors doesn’t neglect any part of your life moves you forward on a goal or dream Listen in as I explain how I make my summer plan and how different situations make each summer look different — but very much mine. Then join me to create your own summer plan: PLAN YOUR SUMMER EVENTS Free 1-hour workshop What Goes into Summer Planning Get clear on the things you need to consider when making your plan 3-hour Workshop Plan Your Summer Join me an FLOW365 members for step-by-step summer planning—leave with a plan for balance and what you really want in your summer DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: DREAM ABOUT WHAT YOU REALLY WANT. Forget the movies and magazines. What do you want your summer to look like? What would feel amazing? What goals or projects are you pulled to move forward? What would lead you into fall without feeling like you “got off track” and need to restart? IDENTIFY YOUR SUMMER STRUCTURE. What is happening in your summer that will affect your time or energy? Think about kids, work, other family members, health stuff, plans that are already set. Are you launching a kid? Will you have kids home for the summer — and do you control that schedule or do they? Do you have a family vacation already booked? Are you having surgery? KNOW YOUR SUMMER STRESSORS. Where do you tend to get out of balance as you head into summer? What has stressed you out in past summers? Is it triggering people or exhausting events? Is it unpredictable schedules or different demands? Is it not eating well and feeling the results in your body or energy? Knowing those challenges can help you plan for them.…

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The Power of the Next Safe Step — Lessons from Learning to Swim and Building a Business with Cori Myka 33:12

14 weeks ago33:12

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“When you're not in fight or flight or freeze mode, you're able to be creative and come up with different solutions and bring in different information about what's going on in your world.” –Cori Myka My family likes to jump into the water, swim out to the buoy, step onto the way out there rock. I don’t love swimming. I’m one of many adults who are uncomfortable in the water. My guest today, Cori Myka, specializes in helping adults overcome their fear of water. I haven’t had anybody show up in FLOW365 and say, “I want to learn to swim” or “I want to get more comfortable in the water,” but we could easily work with those goals. I love the self-compassion and the tiny steps Cori brings to her method. And she’s created a niche business around helping adults get comfortable in the water. We talk about: How learning something new can be daunting — especially when we look at what experts are doing Starting by figuring out the biggest thing getting in the way Being kinder to ourselves when we are taking new steps Practicing feeling safe, calm, and confident as you are learning Letting your interests drive your niche Testing assumptions when we try something new ABOUT CORI Cori Myka is the founder of Calm Within Adult Swim, with over 25 years of experience in adult swim education. She specializes in helping adults overcome their fear of water through a unique blend of mental and physical training techniques. Her mission is to empower individuals to become confident swimmers and embrace personal growth by working with students and certifying instructors. LINKS https://adultswimlesson.com/ https://www.facebook.com/calmwithinadultswim https://www.instagram.com/calmwithinadultswim DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: IDENTIFY BLOCKS. What is the biggest thing getting in the way of your current project, something you want to learn, or trying to launch? There may seem to be an obvious answer, but what happens when you peel back on that answer? Often there is a fear or worry standing there. Understanding that helps you start to find a way past it. PRACTICE CONFIDENCE. We talk about having confidence when learning or trying something new. It doesn’t have to be huge confidence, just enough to take the next tiny step. TAP INTO YOUR INTERESTS. Looking to niche? What really piques your interest? Where are you already doing something that not a lot of people are doing? Spend some time exploring what that interest or passion could look like as a niche.…

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Get Clear on Your Story with Kris Jones 43:23

15 weeks ago43:23

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“Every business owner, if they take the time to really craft a powerful message and do that foundational work of getting clear on how they tell their story, can then repurpose that story.” –Kris Jones Do you freeze when you have to write about your own business or tell someone what you do? Kris Jones, StoryBrand guide and Founder of Red Door Designs, explains why and what we can do about it. The two main problems are that we’re too close to our business and can’t see it clearly and we’re experts on what we do, but our clients aren’t. We need to understand where our potential clients are and meet them there. Getting an outside perspective helps a lot, but can also learn to mine your own story for gold and clear the clutter. We talk about: Making potential clients the hero of the story Building trust and resonance first Crafting a powerful story and how to repurpose it Not being active everywhere — making your website the center of your business and choosing 2–3 other things that are fun for you Not outsourcing your own voice, but getting a guide How much can change when you dial in your story ABOUT KRIS Kris Jones is a StoryBrand guide & Founder of Red Door Designs. Mentored by the Author of Building a StoryBrand - Donald Miller himself & with over 23 years of experience and clients like Nike & Adidas under her belt, she is extremely passionate about helping coaches & service providers replace all of their marketing with a single story, so they can multiply their revenue and focus on what they do best. Kris has been able to achieve incredible transformations for her clients, including increased revenue by 300%, record-breaking lead calls and clients booked, scaling from 30k months to 300k months, charging 6x more for the same service. Kris believes that writing copy for your own business doesn’t have to feel like torture. In fact, once you know how to tell a compelling story, it can actually be fast, easy and fun. LINKS https://www.reddoordesigns.com/ https://www.reddoordesigns.com/free-resources Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reddoordesign/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reddoorportland/?fref=ts Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reddoordesigns/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@reddoordesign DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: GET A NEW PERSPECTIVE. Try reading your copy with a potential client’s eyes. Where are you writing from expertise instead of their perspective? What do clients actually say to you when you talk to them? What do you say that resonates when you talk to people? Is that language (not just the idea) in your web copy? If you are struggling, ask for input from somebody who isn’t an expert in the same field. ELIMINATE CLUTTER. Read a web page or email you’ve written, ideally one you didn’t just finish. What is the main story or gold? What is just clutter? Cut that out. DECIDE WHERE YOU WANT TO SHOW UP. You don’t have to actively engage everywhere. If you feel like you need a presence, you can make a few core pieces for a platform you are not active on. But focus on your website first and then choose two things that are fun for you — short video? podcasts? Blogging? Love letters to your audience? Find what’s fun (and remember, not every part of the process needs to be fun).…

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The Future is Feminine with Hanna Hermanson 43:59

17 weeks ago43:59

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“When I halved my calendar, we doubled our business.” –Hanna Hermanson Sick of the marketing bro energy that doesn’t work with your energy? I’m really excited to talk with Hanna Hermanson, the founder of Feminine Marketing Boutique, about the difference between masculine and feminine energy in marketing. What if instead of asking people to buy, you invited them in? What if marketing were less pushing yourself to do uncomfortable things and more about collaborative action? It doesn’t mean you don’t need structure. Hanna shows us how to be creative, be in flow, and have a cohesive message around our marketing. We talk about: The importance of building relationships Asking better questions than what time to post on Instagram How to build consistency Looking at where your last 10 clients came from and doing more of what attracted them How to test/get familiar with your intuition (and how Human Design can help) Creating spaciousness by letting go of roles, clients, or other things that aren’t a hell yes ABOUT HANNA Hanna Hermanson is the CEO and founder of the Feminine Marketing Boutique, helping women-led businesses scale beyond 6-figures, using a feminine marketing strategy that hinges on the principles of collaboration, connection, and relationship-building. Hanna is the host of The Feminine Marketing Show, and is currently “walking the walk” as a lifestyle entrepreneur, living in Merida, Mexico. LINKS https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahermanson/ Hanna’s newsletter dfycopywriting.org/free https://www.instagram.com/hannahermanson_/ DOABLE CHANGES At the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation: DO MORE OF WHAT WORKS. Take a look at your last ten clients. What attracted them to you? What worked to get them as clients? Are you currently doing that in your business? Could you do more of that? IS THIS A HELL YES? For everything you do this week, ask: Is this a hell yes? Or Does this light me up? Use the answers to make decisions about what you are doing short term — and what you can step away from long-term. MAKE MORE WHITE SPACE. We all need white space (or as we call it in FLOW, gold space). This isn’t time scheduled to do something, but it is time held open for what we want and need in the moment. It could be rest or going to Costco in the middle of the day or taking a walk outside. You can create white space by scheduling it and holding it ope, cutting things that are not a hell yes, or getting up earlier. We recommend one of the first two.…

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In this solo episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a big shift I’ve been feeling—personally and professionally. After a season of intentional coasting, I’m stepping back into growth mode in a whole new way. I’m sharing what’s changing in my business, how I’m redefining balance in midlife, and why now feels like the right time to go all in. If you're craving aligned action and love a good behind-the-scenes look at how a business grows, this one’s for you.…

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