Tia shares her experiences as a young woman in the military, highlighting the prevalence of sexual harassment and assault. She recounts her own traumatic experience of being sexually assaulted by a superior and the reprimand she received for reporting it. Tia expresses concern for the wellbeing of female soldiers, noting that many face similar experiences. She also discusses her struggle with PTS and its impact on her life, which eventually leads her to seek help from the VA. Tia emphasizes the need for better support and resources for veterans dealing with trauma and PTS.

Tia discusses her journey with mental health services, including being misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and experiencing suicidal thoughts. She expresses frustration with the lack of support from previous healthcare providers. However, after a session with 22Zero, a mental health organization, she experiences a significant improvement. Tia feels exhausted after the session, leading to better sleep and fewer nightmares. Her self-esteem and overall well-being improve, and she becomes an advocate for 22Zero, believing it saved her life.

Lisa discussed the unique challenges faced by women in the military who have experienced trauma. She highlighted the additional layer of trauma due to the betrayal of trust within the military community, as well as the lack of agency and safety. Lisa also pointed out the societal ignorance and disrespect faced by these women outside of the military. Nancy added to this, emphasizing the compounded trauma experienced by women veterans due to both military and societal factors. The conversation concluded with the importance of naming and understanding the various aspects of trauma to better address and support these women. Lisa can be reached at:  lisa@kodenllc.com

Managing Chronic Pain: Tools and Techniques for Everyday Life

In this episode we dive deep on practical strategies for managing chronic pain so you can function and find some relief during flare ups. Our guest expert shares what’s worked for her after years living with widespread nerve pain from fibromyalgia.

Key Tips Covered:

- Creating an adaptable self-care routine to promote rest, mindfulness, gentle movement and stress relief  - Using pacing to balance activity and avoid crash and burn  - Ergonomic aids and devices to make daily tasks more manageable  - Open communication with loved ones on capacity, triggers, and saboteurs   - Developing a support squad for bad pain days or lifesaving perspective   - Owning your limitations unapologetically while focusing energy toward what’s achievable   - Letting go of perfectionism, guilt, and societal pressures that exacerbate symptoms - Nourishing emotional health through community support groups tailored to chronic pain - Researching emerging integrated treatment plans and cutting edge clinical trials

Join us for an honest conversation on the creativity and resilience it takes to not just survive but actively cope with the daily unpredictability of chronic neuropathic and inflammatory pain. You’ll leave empowered with science-backed strategies for expanding good days and gaining back quality of life!

Running a business is mentally and physically taxing, and the risk of wearing yourself out is ever present even if you're in perfect health. If you're managing a chronic condition, though, listening to your body and paying attention to your symptoms becomes a vital part of being able to continue working. 

Today, our guest Jennifer Harshman talks with us about her editing business and why she started it in 1992. Suffering from multiple chronic illnesses since she was a child, Jennifer says that she was not able to work outside the home with all the medical issues, and children, but her family needed the income so she started working from home. Listen in as she shares with us the whats, whys and how tos of working – thriving – in business while dealing with chronic illnesses.

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www.harshmanservices.com

www.facebook.com/Jennifer.Harshman

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“When you look for the good in someone; you’ll find it.”

Consistently high-performing teams achieve significantly more than what is imaginably possible.

As a leader, you may experience phases when your team is highly performing, firing on all cylinders, and at their best. During those time periods, you want to capitalize on that momentum and elevate your team to new levels of success. While leading teams, you may also find yourself in phases when your team is underperforming and needs a turn-around because there are significant milestones your organization is striving for.. This is how JW Rayhons, our guest today, starts out our conversation. He makes it clear that while he mostly works with teams, even a one-person team can fall into these two categories. It’s all in how you deal with the current situation that gets you to the next step on the journey.

There's going to be some unexpected things that are going to come up throughout the year on any given day. And so it really is how do I and anyone else go about staying focused on the things that they really want to accomplish? Really stay focused on the things that mean the most to them that are most important to them?

How should we focus our time and energy? First, we need to get very clear on what it is we want to accomplish and how we are going to accomplish that. Listen in as we talk more about the steps to happiness and success in your business.

Connect with JW:

www.joshuadevelopment.com/

www.facebook.com/jdevedge/

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- Gallup’s Clifton StrengthsFinder Assessment @ $17 if ordered thru Joshua Development. - JDev HabitTechnologies app @ $47/month (includes the StrengthsFinder Assessment; a 30 minute Strengths Strategy call; and full access to the app and tools within the app). Please can click ‘Contact Us’ on our website; then complete the contact info and, in the ‘Message’ box, put the name of your podcast and which tool they are interested in. Josh will be in touch!

Getting an audience is hard. Sustaining an audience is hard. It demands a consistency of thought, of purpose, and of action over a long period of time. - Bruce Springsteen

Consistency in the workplace creates accountability, enhances your reputation, and gives you an opportunity to measure results and make sure things are moving in a positive direction. But according to Bernadette Geyer, today’s guest, consistency comes down to things like your brand, the words you use in your marketing and even your actions where your customers see you acting and “being”. In other words, being consistent allows you to measure your results and your ROI. It gives you a form of accountability. Didn’t do something today that you were expected to do? Customers not happy? You weren’t consistent in your actions. And then, of course that helps in the creation of a business’ reputation, and on and on. Without consistent action and consistent structure within the very core of your company, you cannot be truly successful.

When it comes to hiring someone to take on the responsibilities of your written documentation such as a copywriter like Bernadette, it is even more important to have a form of consistency. The person you hire must understand and be able to sound like, and create wording that comes across in the voice of the person who they are working for. To make this clearer, let’s sit down, bring along a beverage of choice, and listen in as Bernadette and Nancy talk about being able to be consistent.

Connect with Bernadette:

https://geyereditorial.com/

https://www.facebook.com/geyereditorial/

https://www.instagram.com/bernadettegeyer/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadettegeyer/

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Living life with depression and anxiety can be a horrible nightmare. There are many different levels of both. Some are easily pushed aside while others are totally debilitating. Added to that if you’re trying to run a successful business, it can feel like you are caught in a huge mud bog and you just can’t get your feet free. The harder you try, the more tired you get. You lose your energy, your joy, and you just want to give up and sink down into the pit. Today’s guest, Miro Wcislo tells us how he feels when he says “every single day is a battle every second is a battle.”

Throughout this talk, he tells us about his supportive parents, his days before the disability started, and how he has struggled and succeeded in creating a very successful business even though he has had to deal with a continuing situation.

Sit back, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, and listen in (btw – you’ll want to take notes today), while we chat with Miro.

Connect with Miro:

Bossed2boss.com

Facebook.com/bossed2boss

Instagram.com/miroweslow

Facebook.com/miro708

GoHodgePodge.com

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There are many reasons to write a book but, according to Brian Tracy, “the biggest reason was to spread my message about subjects that I felt very passionate about.”

Most people start out to write the American novel, but it’s not all that easy. Thousands of books are submitted for publication each year, and only a few are chosen. You can find a publisher, you can self-publish, or you can find someone that leads you through the process and gets your book out there for others to read.

However, as the quote above states, the best reason to publish a book is to let people know your message and what your knowledge and experience are all about. And, believe it or not, you will probably NOT make a lot of money from this endeavor. Even if you get it on the shelves of Barnes and Noble or Amazon, very little in royalties will come to you. Where you do make the money is through showing people what your business is, what you teach, how you make a living, etc. Listen in as today’s guest Suzanne Doyle-Ingram shares with us her years of experience in helping others to do their best and to get those books hiding inside us out into the public.

Connect with Suzanne:

prominencepublishing.com

www.prominencepublishing.com/free

www.facebook.com/suzannedoyleingrambiz

Here is the coupon Suzanne offered for her Udemy Course.

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"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much." --Helen Keller

No matter what industry you are in, there comes a time when a solopreneur needs to have some help. There are things they can’t do, don’t know how to do, or just don’t want to do. Business is growing and it is too much for one person to handle. This may be the beginning of a growth in the company, or a one-time thing where the owner needs just a bit of help. Regardless of which, it is always nice to have the ability to reach out and find someone to build your team around. 

Deidre Kindred has been involved in the medical profession for many years, and she believes wholeheartedly in the statement above. Whether that is help for someone with health issues and can’t leave the house by themselves, or whether it’s the running of the back end of the business, Deidre shares with us experiences she has had with both her own business and working as an employee. 

Communication, goals and organization are all very important aspects of finding the right members for the “Team” and you can find out more by listening in as Nancy chats with Deidre here.

Connect with Deidre:

www.yournurseadvocates.com

https://www.facebook.com/yourhealthcarenurseadvocates

www.linkedin.com/in/deidra-kindred-rn-bsn-477209188/

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You don’t have to do it all yourself – that’s the philosophy of Jaimie Skultety, owner of Upscale Your Business. Not only does she believe that it is not necessary to go it alone in your business, but it also makes great sense to use outsourcing to help your company get seen, get visible and get hired. When you spend your time doing the work that you are meant to do, that you should focus your attention on, and then let other experts do what they do best in your behalf, that your business will grow and prosper. 

Listen in as Jaimie shares with us the things to do in order to get the best coverage for your business, in order to be hired by the best clients.

Connect with Jaimie:

www.upscaleyourbusiness.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/JaimieSkultety

https://www.facebook.com/UpscaleYourBusiness

https://twitter.com/UpscaleYourBiz

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"Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." – Thomas Edison

You need to be able to easily find more of your ideal clients, and make it easy for your ideal clients to find you. That’s the idea behind the Jonny Hates Marketing business, led by Jonny Cooper. Sounds wonderful doesn’t it? But is it really that easy? I know that I, for one, am not a fan of getting out there and “selling” my business which we all know is a part of marketing – it’s the end result that we want when we share our marketing efforts with our potential clients.

In today’s show, Jonny shares with us his 3 simple principles to effortless marketing, keeping us out of overwhelm which can so easily happen. So –

Sit back, get out pen and paper to take some notes and let’s dive into Jonny Hates Marketing.

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https://www.facebook.com/jonnycooperUK

https://www.jonnyhatesmarketing.com/

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If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.- Warren Buffett

Lisa Johnson, today’s guest, starts our conversation by saying “I WANTED TO BE MORE, EXPERIENCE MORE, EARN MORE.” But she didn’t know how to do it. And that’s when her business was born. Her first company, a wedding planning business, led her to talk with others, find mentors, help to analyze what was going right and not so right in both her own and in colleagues’ businesses. That led to a pivot into coaching and before long she was making 6 figures regularly and her courses were selling out so quickly she couldn’t keep up.

In order for her to continue to grow she either had to clone herself or figure out ways to continue to earn money without more time or energy. And that’s when it hit her. I need to make passive income. Not an investment program with some financial institution, but by creating programs that allowed her to do the work once, and sell it repeatedly and automatically. Things like evergreen courses (you create the course, you put it into a program such as Teachable or Kajabi, and then sit back and watch the money roll in “in your sleep”. Periodically, you should upgrade it, change it up a bit and add more to it, but it’s really very simple.

Our conversation today has Lisa sharing her thoughts and ideas on what she has done and how she has made her business and her life so successful while finding the time to spend traveling the world with her children and family. Take a listen in and learn how to do this for yourself.

Connect with Lisa:

https://www.facebook.com/lisajohnsoncoaching/

https://lisajohnsoncoaching.co.uk

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Take 30 minutes and focus on one thing – something that is going to move your business forward. Don’t pay attention to email, to other things that are distractions. 15-15-15 model is a great plan. What is going to help you get more money, more clients, more success. That model means take 15 minutes to talk with clients, take 15 to create a client funnel, and take 15 minutes to set up your facebook posts, your marketing. When you spend time on busy work and not on the forward momentum of CLIENTS, then you are wasting time.

Today’s guest, Kat McLead, is an expert on hyperfocus. When listening to her you will learn how you too can create a stronger, more successful business by creating times during the day when you focus on one or two different things and don’t allow distractions. Take a listen here!

Connect with Kat:

https://www.sahmentrepreneur.com

https://www.facebook.com/kat.mclead

https://www.instagram.com/katmclead/

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Lori Seitz founded a business called Zen Rabbit, which initially involved making and marketing a product called 'The Gratitude Cookie'.  Being grateful can improve one's outlook on life and highlight different ways to cultivate gratitude in their daily routines. Practicing gratitude should come naturally and not be turned into another chore on the to-do list. Lori challenges us to read Chapter Seven of the book "The Science of Getting Rich" for 30 days, once in the morning and once at night. The chapter focuses on gratitude and is around four pages long.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz/

ZenRabbit.com

lori@zenrabbit.com

“Introverts live in two worlds: We visit the world of people, but solitude and the inner world will always be our home.” ― Jenn Granneman, The Secret Lives of Introverts: Inside Our Hidden World

What is an introvert and how do they handle being in business? According to the American Management Association 

Extroverts: Talk first; think later Introverts: Think first; talk later

Extroverts: Seek out other people Introverts: Prefer going solo

Extroverts: Tend to be “babbling brooks;” people often tune them out Introverts: Don’t speak up too often; people tend to tune in when they do

Extroverts: Draw energy from other people Introverts: Are energized by time spent alone

How does that figure in business? As a business owner, you need to be out there, telling your story, letting people know about what you do and why they need it. So, what does an introvert do? You can pick the parts of your story that you want the world to know. Find a persona that can become YOU when you are out and about. Let people see what you want them to see. This isn’t a lie, it’s only a chosen part of the whole.

Do you think you’re an introvert? Is this personality type of interest to you? Janice Chaka, today’s guest considers herself an introvert, AND a successful business owner. Want to know more? Listen here!

Listen to Nancy and Janice as they talk business...and introverts!!

Connect with Janice:

https://thecareerintrovert.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerIntrovert/

https://www.instagram.com/thecareerintrovert/

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Keep it simple and focus on what matters. Don't let yourself be overwhelmed.

- Confucius

When we start a business we want to tell everyone what we do and let them know that they need to buy our product or service. It is exciting and we bounce around shouting it from the rooftop. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been hit up from someone I’ve never heard of telling me that I REALLY need to buy what they are selling. They don’t know me, they don’t know what I buy or if anything they are saying will be of interest to me. 

You need to make sure that what you are doing in your marketing, is converting to sales, according to today’s guest, Craig Severinsen. He tells us that by being authentic, by sharing with people who you are, what you care about and building relationships, that’s what’s going to grow your business. 

It is more important to be true and find clients through authenticity rather than letting the world know you exist. Find the offer that makes sense to a few people and you’ll sell your product/service to more and that saves time, money and effort. Listen in and learn how keeping it simple builds a bigger return.

Connect with Craig:

www.BrightWorksPR.com

https://www.facebook.com/craig.severinsen.9

https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigseverinsen/

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“The only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.”

— Mark Zuckerberg, founder, Facebook

People are flocking to business ownership these days. It is THE thing to do when someone is dissatisfied, disgruntled and just wanting something to call their own. They may have done their homework, started off with a bang and then – nothing. The phone doesn’t ring, the website has no hits, there is silence. What do they do then? Give up? What was the true meaning of starting their business in the first place? Did it have meaning to those they wanted to sell to or was it something just for themselves. Something THEY wanted to do?

Mindset is one of several issues that is top of the list for people who are starting (and running) small businesses. If the mindset isn’t right, then the business won’t be either. In today’s conversation with Dr. Barbra Portzline, we talk about mindset and other pitfalls and challenges (as well as success and growth) in the business world. So, sit back, get out your pen and paper (or tablet), take notes and increase your opportunity for business success for yourself!

Connect with Barbra:

www.barbraportzline.com

www.organizationalrebel.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbraportzline/

https://www.facebook.com/organizationalrebel/

https://www.instagram.com/barbraportzline/

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One day or Day one. You decide.

You have decided that being a business owner is what you want for yourself. You know that it takes a lot of work but you also know that you can do it. With the right motivation, the right education/training, and the right people by your side, you will succeed. And it doesn’t need to take forever. You can grow quickly and effectively when you do it right.

This week’s guest is Christy Ogle and she is a great one to listen to. Not only has she made one business a success, she has made several. She is a nationally known franchisor, employer and business owner of several small businesses. Listen in and hear her words of wisdom.

Connect with Christy:

www.sometimesspouse.com

https://www.facebook.com/sometimesspouse/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-ogle-95378a64/

https://www.instagram.com/sometimesspouse/

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"The successful networkers I know, the ones receiving tons of referrals and feeling truly happy about themselves, continually put the other person's needs ahead of their own." -- Bob Burg

Networking is an important part of running a business, but it is not a well understood method of growing relationships. It’s not just about getting coffee and having chats. It’s about bringing in money and building long-term connections between people.

Often, people go to networking events to hang out with friends, eat free food (and drinks) and get out of work early or just needing a break. Those are not really great reasons to get out there. But when you put a system in place like Jason Rosado and I talk about in this week’s show, then you can know full well that you will walk away with the knowledge that you have made someone else’s day valuable and that in the long run it will come back to you.

Connect with Jason:

https://DistinctiveCoaching.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/BizCoachJason

https://Facebook.com/GrowYourBiz

https://twitter.com/BizCoachJason

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“People want to do business with you because you help them get what they want. They don’t do business with you to help you get what you want.” – Don Crowther

In our conversation today with Petra Fisher, we talk about using LinkedIn as one way to reach out to business contacts and colleagues. First and foremost, we talk about creating the right profile. One that gives the viewer a reason to want to read further and see just what you are all about. And then we go deeper: diving into the depths of the program and various ways to get the relationships started that we are all (or should all) looking to build.

Connect with Petra:

https://petrafisher.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/petrafisher/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/linkedintipspetrafisher/

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"All the money in the world can't buy you back good health." Reba McEntire

We all know that it’s important to be healthy in our lives and in our businesses. As Reba says above, we can have all the money we could ever wish for, our business can be a huge success, but if we are not healthy we can’t enjoy it or anything about our lives. Take if from me, I know. For quite a while I ignored what was going on with my body and now I have to push myself to get out of bed in the morning, let alone get out there and do the work of running my business. It is hard and I think about how much time I’ve wasted over the years.

Like we talk about often, it doesn’t take a whole new regimen to get started. One small step in the right direction can get us on our way. Here today, is Dr. Robyn to share with us some of those small steps that will lead to BIG results both physically, mentally and help keep us on the right track with our business as well. Take a listen!

Connect with Dr. Robyn:

www.WholeFoodMuscle.com

https://www.facebook.com/RnRJourneyToHealth/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynodegaard/

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"Creativity doesn't wait for that perfect moment. It fashions its own perfect moments out of ordinary ones." -- Bruce Garrabrandt

If you are just starting out in business, you may ask yourself “Do I really need a website?” They are complicated. You don’t understand how to set one up. They can be expensive. What all do I need to get the right one for my business? These are all thoughts that probably have run through your head.

Our guest today is Kimberly Mays and she is here to talk to us about website development, how and why to do it. Then we go even deeper into the marketing mix and talk about more social media in general. Take a listen!

Connect with Kimberly:

https://foolishlycreative.com/

https://www.facebook.com/foolishlycreative/

https://twitter.com/foolishlycreatv

https://www.instagram.com/foolishlycreative/

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“Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” – Jack Welch 

A title that we often aim to achieve is that of boss. We want that corner office and we want to control things around us. But, unfortunately, that does not make us a leader. A leader being that which helps those that we work with, the best that they can be. A quote that most people have heard (I’m guessing here) is that Leaders lead, bosses push. 

Today’s talk is with Mads Singers and is all about how to get the leader out of the boss and why that’s so important. Have a listen here!

Connect with Mads here:

https://madssingers.com/management-academy/

https://www.facebook.com/MadsSingers

https://twitter.com/MadsSingers

https://www.linkedin.com/in/madssingers/

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We hear about business and brands all the time but do we really understand what that means? Is it our logo, our website, our Facebook page? Yes, in brief terms. But it is so much more than that. We are also starting to hear about authentic brands and how people are resonating with those companies that are true to their brands.

In today’s “Don’t Wait Til Pigs Fly”, Nela Dunato gives us a great discussion on being in business and showing our authentic brand to our customers and potential customers. We talk about her book “The Human Centered Brand”, a practical guide that teaches service based business owners and creatives how to create an authentic brand and grow meaningful relationships with their clients. Because having meaningful relationships is what it truly is all about these days.

Listen in as Nela tells us how, as a business, we need to have this and how to go about getting it!!!!

Connect with Nela here:

http://neladunato.com/

https://www.facebook.com/NelaDunato

https://www.linkedin.com/in/neladunato/

https://twitter.com/nelchee

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I had a stroke nine years ago, which divided their life into pre and post-stroke. They used to work in marketing but can no longer do so due to the stroke. They now prioritize their family, friends, and community, considering everything else as a bonus. They find it strange how their perspective on life changed. Aphasia is a condition where a person is unable to communicate effectively through speaking, writing, reading, or understanding. This can be a scary and frustrating experience.  Marcia's book, "Stroke Forward, How to Become Your Own Healthcare Advocate One Step at a Time," can be found on Amazon. She emphasizes the importance of looking ahead and not dwelling on the past.  Listeners can visit her website http://strokeforward.com, where they can book appointments or email their questions. 

There are many great ways to get noticed and, as Danielle Roberts tells us in this week’s podcast “Growing Your Followers” they can and DO work. She has grown her company (and in a not so exciting field like insurance) from $0 to 6 and 7 figure incomes by doing the things she talks about during this conversation. Have a listen, write down the words of wisdom and get out there and Grow your followers too.

Connect with Danielle:

Her website: www.BoomerBenefits.com

https://www.facebook.com/BoomerBenefits

https://www.youtube.com/boomerbenefits

http://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellekunkle/

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“Whatever you are trying to sell, storytelling is the most powerful thing you can do. Most of the best business ideas come from personal experiences.” (from Jack Preston’s blog post about Virgin Media Pioneers’ Pitch to Rich competition) In today’s episode, Tom Jackobs, of Impact Pilot, tells us a story about how he became a better business person and in the process learned what he calls the secret to great sales: storytelling. When you tell a story you are able to put your listeners in your shoes (and you theirs) so that a picture can be drawn and the potential buyer can actually see why he or she needs what you have to offer.

Tom is giving us a wonderful gift today on top of that great conversation. If you go to: www.TomJackobs.com/storybook there is a free worksheet on how to create your authentic hero story – the first stage in the sales process.

Connect with Tom here:

https://www.facebook.com/tom.jackobs

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“Quitting is never an option on the road to success. Find the way forward. If you have a positive mindset and are willing to persevere, there is little that is beyond your reach. The attitude of being ready to work even in the face of challenges and despite odds is what will make all the difference in your life.” 

You have a good job, but you’re just not feeling like it’s enough. So you start out looking for other things to do: a side gig, something here, and something there. And soon you’re on a whole new journey, creating the roadmap as you go. Join in and listen as Christine Gallagher takes us on a trip of our lives where we start and create a brand new world of business and entrepreneurship.  You can reach Christine at: https://www.facebook.com/ChristineGallagherFan or on her website at www.shesgotclients.com.

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"Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude." -Zig Ziglar

You can’t be in business without being in sales. But that dreaded (for most of us) word doesn’t have to mean the old fashioned, push your program into someone’s hands whether they want it or not. Today, its more about creating relationships that focus on helping others. No longer does a person line up to find the perfect salesman; instead thanks to the Internet, the buyer is large and in charge. They know everything before they even start to look for the right item to buy. So, that makes the sale become an entirely different scenario.

According to Michael Furey, Founder of 24 Hour Sales Coach, “you don’t need to know sales, you just need to know people.” And that seems to be his philosophy overall. By understanding people, what they want, and how you can help them, with care, consideration and confidence, you will move ahead.

Listen in as he shares his thoughts.

Learn more about Michael here:

www.24hoursalescoach.com

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If we’re in business we have a purpose, a goal, a meaning to our lives and our work. But there are times when we push those feelings aside for money, or to make ourselves feel important -- something other than what we created our business for in the first place.

It is when we stick with our intentions and follow our purpose that we have the best lives and the best business we can have.

Our talk today with Trish Leto is all about living our life with purpose and how she does that through her 5 minute LIVES on Facebook. Listen in as she shares her message with us.

Connect with Trish here:

www.trishleto.com

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“Throw out the words, if I can, I hope, and maybe, and replace them with I can, I will, I must.” Mary Kay Ash

We don’t always start out with a plan, but without a plan we never get anywhere. It takes hard (emotional and mental) work to get to a successful place with your business, whatever type of business that may be. And when you look at it as a gift and calling from God, then watch yourself soar.

These are words paraphrased from my conversation with Randi Lincoln, a Senior Sales Director with Mary Kay. And she knows what she’s talking about. You can see her driving around in one of the 23 cars she has earned, and going to the bank to deposit her checks (she has earned between 85,000 and 190,000 in commissions in one year’s time. All from being a Mary Kay business owner.

Take a listen to what she has to say in this fascinating interview of what she does to have such a successful business!

Connect with Randi here:

www.randilincoln.com

https://www.facebook.com/randilincoln

https://twitter.com/randilincoln

https://www.linkedin.com/in/randilincoln/

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Today, I’m sharing with you a podcast that I did with the Queen of Repurposing – Patty Farmer. When it comes to sharing in new and different ways in order to save time and energy, yet provide great information to more people, she is the queen.

Connect with Patty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PattyFarmerCEO

As always, you can reach me at: nancy@don’twaittilpigsfly.com; www.facebook.com/bsuflyingpigs; www.linkedin.com/in/smallbizjunkie or call me at 269-319-6041.

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Every day is a new day with all the ups and downs of life. Business is not always smooth with forward momentum, but there comes with it twists and turns. Detours are always around the corner, but when you have the right mindset and decide that whatever you are faced with you have the choice of either looking towards the positive or falling backwards into the past.

This week’s chat with Dallas Travers is all about the forward momentum. I love the quote she said in the interview “The Problem is the Solution”. If you can figure out what to do to make the situation work, then you are really on the right path!!!!

Connect with Dallas:

www.gothroughtheroof.com

IG: @dallastravers

FB: dallastraversfans

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Need help to get your business moving? Grab a copy of Nancy’s Uplevel Your Productivity

Learn how Nancy can help you SOAR HIGHER in your business! www.businesssuccessunlimited.com

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“Dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you’re willing to pay the price” —Vince Lombardi

You’ve got a great job making good money, but something tells you it’s not enough. It’s not what you’re looking for. You want different. More. Something. It’s time to start out on your own and become a BOSS. But there are so many things that can hold you back? What do you do? Our conversation today is with Claire Chandler of Talent Boost, a company that helps business leaders achieve financial and people stability. Listen as she shares with us her thoughts on “The Whirlpool Effect” and other strategic leadership strategies.

Her email is: claire@talentboost.net and her website is www.talentboost.net

As always, you can reach me at: nancy@don’twaittilpigsfly.com; www.facebook.com/bsuflyingpigs; www.linkedin.com/in/smallbizjunkie or call me at 269-319-6041.

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Do you sit around and wait for pigs to fly, hoping to grow your business? Or, do you take action and implement things you’ve learned in order to more quickly reach the goals you set out for yourself?

Sean Douglas, in today’s interview, tells us that the information is out there. When you listen to him, he shares everything with everyone for free. And that, in fact, is the secret (although HE says there is no secret to business success) to becoming a successful business owner. How? Listen to today’s show and learn all about the steps he uses for business growth. It is a great presentation.

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Ways to connect with Sean:

https://www.thesuccesscorps.com/

Www.facebook.com/SeanDouglasSpeaks

Www.facebook.com/groups/thesuccesscorps

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-douglas-a0890473

Glenn Williams shares that he has two invisible disabilities, one of them being type 1 diabetes which he has dealt with since he was 15 years old. The speakers discuss their experiences with restaurants improperly handling the presence of service dogs, giving specific examples of illegal acts committed by restaurants. Mr. Williams recalls an unpleasant experience where he was yelled at by someone for having a service dog with him in a store, demonstrating the challenges faced by those with invisible disabilities. Contact: glen@gdubauthor.com

The glory is being happy. The glory is not winning here or winning there. The glory is enjoying practicing, enjoy every day, enjoying to work hard, trying to be a better player than before. Rafael Nadal

Chantal Bosse is a woman who knows what she wants – even though that “want” has gone from being a biochemist to someone who helps others create presentations and make communications an important part of their business. Chantal helps her clients become better public speakers and sought-after presenters by working with them to 1) find a compelling story, 2) refining their message, and 3) designing clear and impactful visuals. If you’ve ever been up on stage talking and would love to end with a standing ovation, Chantal’s your lady. She’ll teach you how to get there.

In today’s conversation we talk about:

1. The right way and the wrong way to create your visuals whether they be Powerpoint or some other form of software.
2. Keywords – not bullets – just might be the way to go.
3. Presentation mode is the hidden gem in PowerPoint. If you want to have the whole thing, all the bells and whistles, then learn to use Presentation Mode.

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To reach Chantal, you can send her an email to cbosse@chabos.ca or connect with her our on the web:

https://www.chabos.ca/?lang=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantalbosse/

https://twitter.com/CHABOS

What ye seek, ye shall find.

In today’s episode, talking with Elise Smith, we look into the three spheres of what is necessary to grow a business.

1. Setting goals and their action items
2. Getting your mindset in the right order for forward movement
3. Finding yourself in alignment with your greater power (whether that be God, the universe, or whatever you feel drawn to)

Elise Smith is a fun and inspiring faith based business coach and speaker who has been helping others to achieve their sales goals for almost 10 years. She has been through the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur herself and has found amazing techniques to silence that negative voice that she calls her Inner Dream Stealer and loves to share what she has learned with others.

She is trained as a core energy coach who creates lasting change from the inside out. Her soul purpose is empowering other women entrepreneurs to build a divine business through powerful goal setting with their higher power. She is the founder of the SMART Heart Goal methodology which combines strategy and heart to maximize their productivity and attract their ideal clients all enabling them to fulfill their soul purpose.

Connect with Elise:

www.LastingEmpowerment.com

https://www.facebook.com/LastingEmpowermentCoaching/

https://www.instagram.com/lastingempowermentcoaching/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elise-searles-smith-a2322a45/

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Need help to get your business moving? Set up a Curious Call with Nancy to discuss how to get started!

Join us for discussion on today's topic in our LinkedIn group, Pigs Can Fly with Strategic Business Hacks

Learn how Nancy can help you SOAR HIGHER in your business! http://www.businesssuccessunlimited.com

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As business owners we all have various issues to deal with and handicaps to work around. Winnie and I talk about getting the best from ourselves and our businesses living everyday lives.

Connect with Winnie Anderson via:

http://winnieanderson.com

http://facebook.com/courageoussuccess

http://winnietv.com

http://linkedin.com/in/winnieanderson

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“Safety doesn’t happen by accident” – author unknown We live in an unsafe world these days and unfortunately all too often we are not aware (or don’t take the time to be aware) of the potential dangers out there. Whether it is to our own personal safety or to the safety of our businesses and our business information, it is important for us to take the time to do what is necessary to keep ourselves and our property out of harm’s way.  In this episode we talk about password security, social media and other areas that should be addressed when considering everything pertaining to our security. The conversation is led by Ed Becher a security professional and retired US Marine Corps Master Sargent.

Connect with Nancy at www.nancybecherbiz.com.

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You make a great widget, but does anyone know you’re there? Do those who know about you have a need for that widget or are they never going to need what you’re selling? No matter how great a business you have if the right people aren’t surrounding you you’re not going to be in business for a long time. It’s all about connecting. Who, how, when and where – you need to create a plan for strategic, high value relationships that will take you to the next level. This week’s conversation is all about creating that plan.  “You have a budget and finance plan. You have a strategic plan. You have a plan for just about everything. But where’s your people plan?” – Keith Ferrazzi Connect with Nancy at www.nancybecherbiz.com.

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Here's my email (monica@monicawrites.com). I offer free 30-minute complimentary session (bit.ly/MonicaWrites) Here's the podcast episode I was talking about from Amy Porterfield (https://www.amyporterfield.com/2018/06/217/) People can follow me on FB at (https://www.facebook.com/MonicaWrites4You/) and check out my website at (www.monicawrites.com). They can learn more about how to start a blog and more at (monicawrites.com/blog)

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Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle. Napoleon Hill

Today’s podcast is a bit off the beaten track – I’m away for a couple of weeks thanks to the skills of my foot surgeon who has chained me to my bed with no walking for a couple of weeks. Therefore, I reached out to a great friend of mine, Andy Medlam, who is a brilliant business coach and advisor to step in and share his thoughts on business growth.

I love his description of himself – he is very down to earth and kind. Here is what his website says about himself: I’m just a regular a guy as you would ever meet, just with a huge passion to make the best possible life for me and those around me. I have a beautiful partner, Michelle, and we live together in Doncaster. We are fortunate enough to have discovered this opportunity and I can honestly say that it’s the best decision I’ve ever made! To be honest one of the best things about this business is I have made some amazing friends and really enjoy working with people of all walks of life.

No ego there but I can testify that he has a heart of gold and the knowledge to go along with it. Words of wisdom are part and parcel of what he has to say. So, thank you Andy for stepping in while I’m out. I truly appreciate it. Everyone take a listen!!!!!

And if you’d like to work with Andy, here’s his facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/andymedlam

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In today’s conversation with Andrea Pass we talk about:

1. What is Public Relations and how does it work?
2. Is PR more than a Press Release?
3. How long does it take to get something published through traditional mediums?

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In today's conversation we talk about:

1. First steps of starting a business
2. What is a strategy?
3. How do you make one?
4. Why should I have one and for what things?

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Living with an invisible disability is a highly individualized experience, shaped by the nature and severity of the specific condition. These disabilities encompass a wide range of health issues, from chronic pain and mental health disorders to autoimmune diseases and neurological conditions. What sets them apart is their hidden nature, making it challenging for others to grasp the daily struggles and limitations faced by those affected. Often, individuals with invisible disabilities cope with fluctuating symptoms, which can disrupt their routines and require flexible accommodations. They frequently encounter skepticism, misunderstanding, and even stigma from society, adding emotional strain to their already complex journey. Self-advocacy becomes a crucial skill, as they navigate the need for accommodations, educate others about their condition, and strive to strike a balance between managing their health and pursuing their goals.

Invisible disabilities can take a toll on a person's mental and emotional well-being, contributing to feelings of isolation and frustration. Despite these challenges, many individuals with invisible disabilities demonstrate remarkable resilience and determination, finding ways to adapt, seek treatment, and build supportive networks. The support and understanding of friends, family, employers, and healthcare providers play a vital role in helping them live fulfilling lives. Ultimately, recognizing and acknowledging the unique struggles and triumphs of those with invisible disabilities is essential to fostering empathy, inclusion, and a more supportive society. If you'd like more information or to get involved in helping advocate for these women, head on over to https://invisiblewarriors.org.

It can take 5-7 years to get a correct diagnosis for a chronic illness. Many people with chronic illnesses are misdiagnosed with psychological conditions and are prescribed antidepressant medications.

A large scale awareness is required about chronic illnesses and their handling. Many are grappling with understanding their illness and are not sure how to handle their diagnosis and treatment plans. Further Advocacy is needed for doctors to better understand and diagnose such issues.

Susan Salenger: Sidelined: HOw Women Manage and Mismanage Their Health,   amzn.to/3P7jW2r

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-salenger/

Shownotes: 

Discussion on how health professionals' lack of awareness towards invisible disabilities impacts patients' mental health.

Benjamin speaks on the need for training in emotional well-being for doctors and explores the idea that overtraining in clinical aspects causes neglect of the human elements of healthcare.

The speaker describes how individuals can start taking control of their inner experience by understanding and managing their thoughts, allowing themselves to experience emotions without being consumed by them, and attuning themselves to their body's responding sensations.

BSherer@TheRIghtSon.com

https://benjysherercoaching.com/

One of every two adult Americans lives with at least one chronic illness (often called invisible illnesses). The disability community is the largest minority in the world. Yet, instead of feeling inclusive and wrapped in camaraderie, too many of us feel alone, less valued, and less worthy. 

What We Want to Achieve: 

• a better-informed medical community that understands and respects us a travel industry that is educated on how best to serve the needs of this group of people a support network of family, friends, and colleagues 
• affordable access to medications, procedures, and equipment regardless of insurance status 

What We Do: 

• advocate for better treatment from the medical and travel industries 
• provide a private online community for our Warriors to come together to support each other 
• train the travel and hospitality industry on best practices for accessibility research and inform government agencies on better practices 

How You Can Help: 

help spread the word about Invisible Warriors and the support IW offers get informed on how to support those around you with chronic illnesses and disabilities provide financial support 

What Donations are Used For: 

• supporting women who are struggling with chronic illness or autoimmune conditions, especially those running/creating their own businesses 
• provide information and improved access to specialists in many fields (financial, medical, travel, moral) 
• help bring them out of the shadows of illness and into the light 
• maintain the virtual platforms to reach the largest number of women (over 15,000 were reached by these programs in 2022) 
• developing publication of support manuals 
• additional research, training, and public awareness. 

No donations will be used for political or personal gain.

As a woman, do you feel like you're in charge of your healthcare?

As a woman, do you feel like you're informed about your own health?

Are you confidently managing or are you unknowingly mismanaging your health?

In this episode, Host Nancy Becher and guest Susan Salenger answers these questions. Susan is the Author of SIDELINED: How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health, and examines the many ways in which women manage and sometimes mismanage their healthcare. Researcher and Author, Susan Salenger, describes how women, the medical gatekeepers for their families, are extremely conscientious about taking care of themselves. They choose their doctors carefully, visit them more frequently than men, and stay on top of all health information. Yet, women tend to inadvertently undermine their own health. They’re so focused on taking care of their families that they sometimes fail to stop and ask doctors the necessary questions when it comes to their own healthcare. As a result, they may end up with inaccurate treatments and unnecessary procedures.

Learn more about Susan and her work at: https://www.susansalenger.com/

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Learn more about Nancy and the Invisible Warriors non-profit at www.InvisibleWarriors.org