In this engaging episode of "How To… with Anne Mahlum," negotiation expert Mori Taheripour joins host Anne Mahlum to delve into the art of effective negotiation. Mori shares her journey of unexpectedly finding herself in the world of teaching negotiations, despite initially feeling like an unlikely candidate. They discuss the need to challenge societal misconceptions that aggression is necessary for success in negotiations, highlighting alternative approaches like those used by diplomats. Mari emphasizes the importance of addressing personal insecurities and developing self-belief as a strong foundation for successful negotiations. They explore the emotional and strategic aspects of negotiations, both in business and personal relationships, and how empathy can be a powerful tool in understanding and connecting with others. With practical tips and thought-provoking insights, this episode offers listeners valuable guidance on how to bring themselves to any negotiation.

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In this episode of "How To... with Anne Mahlum," Anne is joined by guest Dane McCarthy, a seasoned entrepreneur with a unique background in team sports and fitness. Dane shares his insights on the importance of defining your brand and finding your target audience, even if it means letting go of clients who don't align with your vision. He also opens up about the challenges of balancing employee expectations and making tough business decisions. Dane's journey is filled with valuable lessons, from the need for clarity and hard work to the power of community and connection. Join Anne and Dane as they discuss the practical steps to starting a business, the joy of pursuing what you love, and the exciting possibilities that await those who take the leap. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is sure to leave you motivated and ready to make your mark. Don't miss out on Dane's valuable advice and anecdotes about building squads and finding success in the business world.

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On this episode of How To… with Anne Mahlum, we hear from Alexa Curtis — a successful entrepreneur who started her journey as a blogger writing about fashion at just 12 years old. Alexa talks about her journey from small writing gigs with the Huffington Post to working with big brands like Rachel Ray and Fox. She shares her experiences transitioning her content to focus on personal branding, social media, mental health, and entrepreneurship. The episode covers the importance of staying true to one's values, taking risks, resilience, and being authentic. Alexa's journey includes starting a successful podcast, dealing with rejection, moving around for work, and founding the Be Fearless Summit. In the end, Alexa co-founded GrasshoppHer — an online marketplace where businesses and influencers can connect.

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In this episode of How To with Anne Mahlum, we explore CBD, entrepreneurship, and relationships. We delve into the benefits of CBD for overall wellness, including its interaction with our bodies' endocannabinoid system. Entrepreneur and CBD advocate Jonathan Shapiro shares his journey from running a successful clothing store to building a luxury CBD brand, discussing challenges with invested partners and valuable brand partnerships. Anne shares her experiences as an entrepreneur, discussing the founding of Solidcore, a fitness brand focused on community and unique workout modifications. We also delve into the importance of healing wounds and improving relationships, offering inspiring stories and insightful tips. Whether you seek wellness improvement, entrepreneurial guidance, or relationship enhancement, this episode of How To with Anne Mahlum is a must-listen to discover how to become the best version of yourself.

Find Jonathan and Rene on Instagram @mindsetwellnesscbd or visit mindsetwellness.com

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On this episode of How To… with Anne Mahlum, Jeff Lerner shares his secrets on how to achieve success and fulfillment in life. He suggests saying "no" to more things, reducing decision fatigue, and distilling life down to its essentials. Jeff highlights the importance of identifying fundamental skills required for a job and focusing on creating value. He discusses the benefits of hormetic stress and incorporating spiritual practices and shares practical takeaways such as creating an intentional operating system for your life. The episode also features Entra, an entrepreneurial education platform that makes personal development accessible to everyone. This podcast offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to improve themselves and their lives.

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In this episode, we talk to Shizu Okusa, the founder and CEO of Apothékary, a plant-based pharmacy that offers natural alternatives to over-the-counter drugs and beauty products. Shizu shares her entrepreneurial journey in the health and wellness industry, starting with her first company, JRINK, which she launched and bootstrapped. We also learn about her passion for angel investing in mostly female-led companies, with a portfolio of ten companies to date. Shizu's upbringing by traditional immigrant parents from Osaka and Tokyo, particularly her father's reminder to stay grounded, is also discussed in relation to her topic, "How To Be a Human Being, Not a Human Doing." Tune in to learn more about Shizu's inspiring story and approach to life.

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This week on the podcast, Coach Burt joins Anne to discuss unlocking one's prey drive. He defines prey drive as an instinctual ability to pursue something seen with one's eyes or mind, and believes that by unlocking it, one can achieve great success. Coach Burt shares his experience as a basketball coach and the importance of having a good coach in life. He emphasizes the four parts of a person's nature that a great coach should understand, which are physical body, mental mind, emotional heart, and spiritual spirit. Coach Burt has become a specialist in activating all four parts of a person's nature and encourages people to use the success cycle to achieve their goals.

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum interviews Nikki Sharp on the topic of overcoming disordered eating. Nikki, a transformation coach and bestselling author, explains that while only 3% of people have an actual eating disorder, 97% have some form of disordered eating. Anne and Nikki discuss the importance of recognizing and managing triggers, such as being reminded of difficult times from the past. They emphasize that forbidding oneself from certain foods is not the answer, as it can lead to binging and other negative consequences. Instead, they suggest finding a balance and incorporating all types of food in moderation as well as taking advantage of the benefits of therapy and support groups for managing disordered eating.

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum interviews Alex Weber, a successful author, world record holder, and US Lacrosse Coach of the Year. Alex discusses his journey of overcoming challenges such as self-doubt and failure, and emphasizes the importance of leadership, peak performance, and peak challenges. He also provides actionable strategies to help listeners reach their goals. Alex's credentials include being an award-winning host for NBC American Ninja Warrior, a competitor on the show, US Lacrosse Coach of the Year, D1 lacrosse player, World Cup player, and world record holder.

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On this week's episode, Anne Mahlum interviews Shannon McLay, a financial services professional with over 22 years of experience and founder of The Financial Gym. Shannon's passion for helping women become financially independent led her to create The Financial Gym, a safe space that helps people of all experience levels improve their financial health. Shannon believes that financial literacy is crucial and suggests that individuals assess their income and expenses, create a budget, and find ways to increase their income. Her expertise is evident through her book, Train Your Way to Financial Fitness, and her contributions to various media outlets such as AOL, Life Hacker, and Huffington Post. Shannon's story is one of inspiration, serving as a reminder that anyone can take steps to improve their financial situation, regardless of their starting point.

Find Shannon on Instagram @theshannonmclay or visit financialgym.com

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This week on the podcast, we have Jay Siano. A New York-based entrepreneur and real estate executive who co-founded Sabre Real Estate Advisors in 2010, which became one of the country's most influential location-based real estate advisory firms. In this episode, he shares his experiences and advice on how to get dialed in, discussing how to stay motivated and focused on personal and professional goals. Jay speaks from his own experiences of pursuing his passions in real estate, motivational speaking, and mentorship to help others achieve their financial goals. He hopes to inspire others to take control of their lives and make their dreams a reality.

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This week on the podcast, we have Josh Cadillac, a real estate coach, national speaker and author. He shares his unique method of building lasting success in the industry and the tools he uses for setting goals, leaving a lasting impression, and setting standards for yourself. Join host Anne Mahlum as they discuss what it takes to become the CEO of your own life. Remember to subscribe, rate, review and share the show.

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In this episode of "How To... with Anne Mahlum," Anne sits down with Bill Courtney, a passionate advocate for making a positive impact in the world. Bill shares his experiences and insights on finding the good in people and taking action to help others, regardless of their background or beliefs.

From coaching underprivileged kids to handing out cash to those in need, Bill and Anne emphasize the importance of starting small and taking the first step towards making a difference. Bill and Anne also discuss the divisive nature of social media and the need for normal, everyday people to come together, celebrate their shared humanity, and foster civil conversations.

Join Anne and Bill as they explore the power of forgiveness, the impact of mentorship, and the potential for ordinary people to create extraordinary change. Don't miss this inspiring episode that will leave you feeling motivated to make a positive difference in your own community.

Find Bill on Instagram @iamcoachbill and listen to the An Army of Normal Folks Podcast

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum welcomes franchise consultant Kim Daly to talk about the process of building wealth through franchising. With 20 years of experience, Kim has become known for expertly matching clients with the right franchise opportunities. Today, they discuss Kim's unique journey to becoming a franchise consultant, including how she went from wanting to be a motivational speaker to answering a classified ad for a franchising company. They also explore how this job changed her life and helped her to achieve her dream of inspiring and influencing people through her YouTube channel and podcasts. Tune in to hear how Kim attributes her success to taking that one pivotal step.

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In this episode, Anne speaks with Knolly Williams, a best-selling author, international speaker, and thought leader who has built multiple six and seven figure businesses from scratch. Knolly discusses his unique entrepreneurial journey, from starting his first business with just $1,800 to building a seven-figure record label and becoming one of America's top real estate brokers. He now teaches thousands of entrepreneurs and business leaders how to replicate his success through his YouTube channel, Coaching Club and Three Hour Workday Boot Camp. Knolly emphasizes the importance of having systems, processes, and people in place when running a business to avoid being chained to it. He also shares how giving back completes the entrepreneurial cycle and highlights Anne as an example of this.

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This week on the podcast, Anne Mahlum welcomes Katie Kaps, co-founder and co-CEO of Higher Dose, a wellness company focused on infrared and red light therapy. Katie has an extensive background in international economics from Georgetown and a career in consumer product investment banking at Merrill Lynch. Katie has since become passionate about running and the energy and vitality it gives her, which led her to discover the benefits of biohacking for longevity. Today, Katie and Anne discuss how biohacking can be a powerful tool to enhance longevity and Katie shares her own experiences with biohacking and how it can be used to boost vitality and overall wellness.

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum sits down with guest Chuck Garcia to discuss the importance of developing emotional intelligence. Chuck shares expert tips and strategies for building self-awareness, managing emotions and understanding the emotions of others. They also share personal anecdotes and real-life examples to illustrate the impact of emotional intelligence in various situations.

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This week on the podcast, we speak with Allison Maslan, an experienced entrepreneur who has built ten successful companies over the last 40 years. Alison is the CEO of Pinnacle Global Network and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Scale or Fail. She shares her story of growing up in a very entrepreneurial family, starting her first business at the age of 19, and finding it difficult to scale her businesses. Alison is now on a mission to show business owners that it is easier to grow a much bigger company than being a solo entrepreneur or business owner with a small team trying to do it themselves. Join us to learn about the importance of letting go, having a scalable business model, and considering one's end goal before making a decision regarding whether or not to scale their business.

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This week on the podcast, Host Anne Mahlum sits down with Dr. Ish Major, a board-certified psychiatrist and expert on dating, mating and relating. He is the co-host of WEtv's "Marriage & Family Boot Camp Reality Stars" and a frequent guest on shows such as The Doctors, The Tamron Hall Show, The Today Show, and The Steve Harvey Show. Tune in as Anne and Dr. Ish discuss understanding ourselves, taking responsibility for our actions and avoiding settling for less. Remember to subscribe, rate, review and share the show.

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In this episode, Nate Barger, a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience, joins the podcast to share his story of overcoming a difficult childhood and past criminal history to build a successful real estate business worth over $250 million. He also discusses his online community, the BRRRR Invest Academy, which has over 200,000 members and teaches others how to create generational wealth through real estate investments using other people's money.

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum interviews Jamie Hess, a wellness entrepreneur, speaker and creator "The Big Ask". Jamie shares her journey of transitioning from the corporate world to the health and fitness industry and explains how "The Big Ask" came to be, which has helped countless women achieve their goals and break free from mental and emotional anguish that stems from anxiety. Jamie also hosts experiential events across the country that bring people together through health, fitness, and personal growth. Jamie is a media personality and the creator of the popular Instagram @nycfitfam and she is the face of Zuda activewear on QVC.

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Anne Mahlum is a founder, entrepreneur, CEO, philanthropist, and athlete whose mission is to help as many people as possible live their most optimized lives. Anne's entrepreneurial ventures have resulted in a personal net worth of over $100M and an impact on thousands of lives. Anne brings her experience and ongoing desire to learn and share success strategies on the How to... with Anne Mahlum podcast. She challenges her amazing guests to get granular and specific on their strategies, tactics, and methodologies so that you can learn practical, actionable steps to best optimize your confidence, career, health, and wealth.

In this episode of "How To... with Anne Mahlum," Anne is joined by guest Rob Stein, a fitness enthusiast and successful real estate agent. Rob shares his personal transformation story, starting from a pivotal moment when a belt buckle popped off and left a hole in the wall, leading him to embark on a fitness journey that initially involved running. However, after quitting running due to a brutal winter experience, he discovered the P90X program, which ignited his passion for health, fitness, and bodybuilding.

Amidst his discussion on fitness, Rob delves into the topic of fear and how it can hold people back from taking action. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming the fear of imperfection and the fear of the unknown, sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.

Additionally, Rob talks about the misconceptions surrounding success, the value of taking action consistently, and the role of sacrifice in achieving goals.

Don't miss this insightful episode that will motivate you to conquer your fears and pursue your passions with confidence and perseverance.

Find Rob on Instagram @robstein_impossibletofail and visit him at www.earthtoorbittraining.com

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In this episode of "How To… with Anne Mahlum," our host is joined by special guest Rachel Glass, Founder and CEO of the successful nail salon, Glosslab.

Together, they delve into the essential aspects of building a business and brand that transcends the founder's influence. Anne and Rachel share the importance of balance as a founder, stressing the need for succession planning and creating a business that can thrive independently of the founder's constant involvement. They highlight their experience of wanting to build and sell businesses without being tethered to them, post-sale, emphasizing the significance of investing in and empowering the team to run the business efficiently. Anne also expresses curiosity about Rachel's future plans for her business, which has now expanded to 20 locations.

Tune in as they explore the early stages of entrepreneurship, finding a niche, and delegating tasks to focus on what brings the most value to the business. This podcast episode is brimming with valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build a thriving brand.

Find Rachel on Instagram @rachaglass and at glosslab.com.

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In this episode of "How To... with Anne Mahlum," we dive into the inspiring story of Jenifer Storey, who made a courageous career pivot from corporate attorney to entrepreneur. With a gradual dissatisfaction in her legal career, Jenifer shares her journey of self-discovery and the pivotal moments that led her to follow her passion and find fulfillment. From building a fashion brand rooted in storytelling to navigating the challenges of starting a business, Jenifer provides valuable insights on pursuing a fulfilling career, embracing failure, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right team. Join us as we explore the power of perspective, the need for self-assessment, and the courage to take a leap of faith in creating meaningful change in your professional and personal life.

Find Jenifer on Instagram @UNKNOWNUNION

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In this episode of "How To… with Anne Mahlum," guest Brian Bogert discusses the importance of identifying and addressing emotional baggage that keeps us stuck in life. He explores the 5 pillars for personal growth and self-improvement: awareness, ownership, perspective, growth, and perseverance. Brian emphasizes the impact of past experiences and the need to heal emotional wounds. He shares personal stories of trauma and the process of unpacking and releasing buried emotions. Brian also emphasizes the significance of human connection and the power of feelings in healing. He provides insights on regulating both the mind and body to find balance and truth. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to prioritize self-reflection and emotional understanding to live a more fulfilling life.

Find Brian on Instagram @bogertbrian or visit brianbogert.com

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This week on the podcast, we explore limiting beliefs and strategies for overcoming fear with leadership coach JM Ryerson. Host Anne Mahlum joins the conversation as we discuss how to break free from self-imposed limitations and live a more optimized life. Visit JM's website at letsgowin.com for more information.

Find JM on Instagram @letsgowin365

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum interviews Omar Medrano, a successful entrepreneur and business coach known as the Vacation CEO. He shares tips for getting comfortable with failure and pushing through fear, emphasizing that success takes hard work and dedication. Omar and Anne discuss the misconception of overnight success in entrepreneurship and the importance of starting the journey for the right reasons.

Find Omar on Instagram @omarmedrano73

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In this episode, Anne Mahlum sits down with Jason Lee, a successful real estate broker and investor, who shares his expertise on using real estate as a means to gain financial freedom. Jason offers tips on finding the right properties, building a solid team, and the potential of using 1031 exchanges to grow your portfolio. Listeners will gain valuable insights on navigating the world of real estate investing.

Find Jason on Instagram @jasonjosephlee

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