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| Easy Joy Hack : Color #e36 | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:43:52 | |
Why should we feel we have to EARN joy? Why should it feel hard to prioritize? Instead, I'd like to introduce you to the concept of 'easy access joy'... joy that's easy to create and experience on a regular basis without having to jump through hoops.
The most common objection I hear when introducing the idea of Joy First, is the fear many of us suddenly realize we have, that focusing on joy will hinder productivity. But this simply isn't the case... I'll deconstruct this myth and several more, plus share the secret behind how to use the power of color to quickly and easily shift our energy to create more joy. Want to find your colors and go deeper? Check our Colour Joy course: https://buy.jnicholesmith.com/l/colour-joy-live/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Visionaries | Natalie MacNeil #35 | 11 Jul 2024 | 01:34:27 | |
Some of the most important lessons I’ve learned as a human, a leader and a woman, have been the direct result of being in the orbit of Natalie MacNeil. An Emmy award winning media entrepreneur, a coach, a mentor, a futurist and seer Natalie represents a lot of brilliance in a lot of ways… but to me she’s a powerfully feminine (read: gently and quietly fierce) ambassador for hope, technology and female wealth and embodied leadership. In this episode:
This Visionaries episode will make you think, make you laugh, and hopefully inspire a bit of optimism during this time in our history that can often feel quite bleak. Interested in a VIP session with me like what Natalie describes to support you with brand strategy and psychology, purpose clarity and color? Simply apply here and we will be in touch to setup a free chat to find out where you’re at in biz, what opportunities we see for you, and how we might be able to support you: https://go.jnicholesmith.com/apply Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| #1 thing people want in a brand #ep26 | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:44:17 | |
A rebrand is more than just a fresh coat of paint; it’s achieving that wholeness, that cohesion that all business owners crave so desperately.
In your zone of genius, what’s that one topic that people bring up again and again? Whenever I chat with someone about branding, there’s one concept that’s a near constant – cohesion. We all want that missing link that brings all the disparate parts of your business together into a united whole. Cohesion gives us that high-vibration feeling, full of joy, synergy, synchronicity, and flow. It gifts your brand a magnetic attraction. But like all good things, it’s hard to find. Don’t worry, I’m not gatekeeping! In today’s show, I’m sharing my foolproof, 5-step system for: creating cohesion in your brand. I’m also diving into:
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| Joy-First: Stop Living a Fear-First Life #ep25 | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:40:55 | |
We are raised to live in fear. We uphold money, status, and power, terrified of what will become of us if we fail to achieve them. This is about survival... But at what cost? Instead of enduring misery, counting down the days to retirement, never knowing your full potential, hiding the magical parts of who you are, or staying in situations that are deeply unhealthy or unfulfilling, I want you to feel safe choosing a Joy-First life. Choose Joy-First. My mission is to start a global movement of good-hearted humans who simply want peace, ease, and freedom for all, while also acknowledging the severity of the massive craters we’ve already dug for all humanity to climb its way out of… Today I'm going to share one simple challenge with three repeatable actions for you to 'try-on' choosing 'Joy-First' as a lifestyle and decion-making paradigm. Ready?? In today’s podcast, I’m breaking down my legacy work:
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| What is Color Harmony? #ep24 | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:29:06 | |
What is Color Harmony and Why Should You Care? “Most of the time we don't actively recognize 'harmony'… it's just a good feeling we get. The same is true when it's missing... things just feel 'off'” Newsflash – color is energy. What if I told you that being able to achieve color harmony in your brand, wardrobe and the environments you occupy can totally transform your experience and results? It might seem like a stretch... I mean... in reality, color doesn’t actually exist. Colors are wavelengths. The way the energy of color enters our body through our eyes and brain holds tremendous power to make us feel. heal and act. But as we set about to understand how color works - we mostly assume it's all about each individual hue? What can I wear to appear confident? What color should I paint my office to be more productive? What color should I use in my logo to seem warm and caring? As we follow our curiosity down the color psychology rabbit-hole, devouring splashy infographics telling us how blue = trust... what most people don't realize is that the individual color is far less important than the group of colors that are present together. Yes, the psychology of individual colors is important - but the way that colors combine to create harmony (or not) - now that’s an even mightier force... Especially when you'tr trying to create instant trust and credibility online. In today's episode I’m going to explain this concept of colour harmony and share how you can use it to create a brand that is not only more authentic to you... but also creates more predicitable responses with your ideal client. I’ll break down:
Plus, explore how to craft a brand that is harmonious not just in color, but across all aspects of your business... and the why of how this is possibly THE most important thing you can do right now to get more of the right clients. Episode links:
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| I Have a Confession #ep23 | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:28:56 | |
Today is a special, honest, raw peek into the REAL shiz that happens in the growth phase of an ambitious, imperfect business. I have a confession... Well, 4 confessions, really In this episode:
I hope you'll enjoy this unconventional, un-edited, super honest episode. Like it? Leave us a review, and don't forget to subscribe! Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Talking To Your Kids About Racism #ep22 | 17 Jan 2024 | 01:17:39 | |
“By age 12, many children become set in their beliefs—giving parents a decade to mold the learning process, so that it decreases racial bias and improves cultural understanding.” – healthychildren.org Do you consider racism to be an “adults-only” kind of issue? If so, buckle up. As white parents, it's past time to talk to our kids about racial bias. Whether your child is 2 or 12, it’s never too early (or too late) to start these conversations. The point is, the conversation starts now. Otherwise, we’re complicit in the harm. In this episode of Dealing With Whiteness, I talk with Dr.Lynne Maureen Hurdle and Justin Na’im Hurdle-Price, breaking down: How do you talk to kids about racism? Spoiler alert – there’s no cheat sheet. We’re also exploring:
Plus, hear from Dr. Lynne and Justin about their experiences growing up in a system that upholds whiteness and labels any variation as “other.” Want to know more about the great work Dr.Lynne and Justin are doing to hold space for courageous conversations like this one? Find them here:
Episode links:
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| Visionaries | Dr. Romie #ep21 | 10 Jan 2024 | 01:05:41 | |
Today I am thrilled to share this converation with one of my dearest friends, mentors, sisters – Dr. Romie Mushtaq. Today we talk about joy, The Busy Brain Cure (Dr. Romie’s new book - just released this week and already a bestseller on Amazon and Audible!!), colour psychology and a few things in between... (including how I was involved in getting this book ready for it's big launch!)
Dr. Romie knows that a world where success is achieved without chronic stress and burnout is possible and she's giving us the cure... You'll love this super fun episode with signature Dr.Romie 'real talk' and some really honest conversations about achieving, burnout, redemption and purpose. I think these kinds of conversations with influential, impact-focused women like Dr. Romie should be essential listening!! What you will hear in this episode: 04:14 What is bringing Dr. Romie joy today 07:00 How crossed we paths and what we thought when we first met 08:55 Meet the Aunties 10:52 Feeling like an odd person out 11:08 We ‘judge a book by it’s cover’ 11:35 We discuss where brain science and Eastern traditions merge 12:20 The importance of belonging 13:40 Discover the inspiration for Dr. Romie’s book 14:00 The Myth of Writing a Book 16:20 The Journey of Writing a Book 23:25 Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing 34:39 Developing Thought Leadership 36:54 Finding Your Why (and what role Nic had in helping Romie polish hers) 42:28 Disrupting traditional Brain and Mental Health paradigms 43:42 A Vision for a World without Chronic Stress Who is Dr Romie Mushtaq? Dr. Romie is also the Chief Wellness Officer for Evolution Hospitality, where she scaled a mindfulness and wellness program to over 7,000 employees. Her expertise is featured in the national media such as NPR, NBC, TED Talks, and Forbes, and you can find the cure for your busy brain at drromy.com. And if you wanna find her on social media, you can find her at Dr. Romie. I encourage you to do that because she is a delight to follow. If you want to dive a bit further into Dr Romie’s world you can find her here: https://drromie.com/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| In-Depth Branding Blueprint: The 6 Stages of a Strategic Rebrand #ep20 | 03 Jan 2024 | 01:08:02 | |
This could be the most important podcast I do this year. Not a bad way to begin, eh? This episode is a must for any business owner who will be building a brand or rebranding this year. This 60 minutes could save you MONTHS of pain and THOUSANDS in financial investment if you listen carefully and take just 20% of the advice in this episode. In this episode I break-down the 6 Stages of a Rebrand (yes, it's the same for a new brand) to help you do it properly, efficiently and most importantly... strategically. You'll disover what the stages of a rebrand are, how to navigate each one (avoiding the most common mistakes we see businesses make) and tons of practical, actionable, POWERFUL guidance for anyone thinking about embarking upon building a brand or rebranding an existing business. In this juicy conversation we'll cover:
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| 5 Hacks to Help You Start the Year with More Joy #ep19 | 24 Dec 2023 | 00:22:30 | |
New Year, New You, right? Well, maybe not. Although the stats tell us resolutions do mostly work ( contrary to popular belief 40-46% of New Year’s resolved will be successful at six months)... it's not setting them that matters... but something else entirely that we'll discuss in this episode. As we enter into this season traditionally laden with fresh starts and heavy expectations of big transformations and huge change - I want to offer you an alternate ambition: JOY. Starting the year with more joy in little but significant ways. In this episode I'm going to share my top winning 'joy hacks' to help you kick-off 2024 with more ease, joy and spaciousness... A totally delightful, fully achievable little list to glow-up your January (and beyond). I’m confident at least one of these ideas will lift you up, lighten your load or help to create your best, most joy-filled year yet. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: Our Year Ahead Spread workshop: https://my.demio.com/ref/e1DE6i85NfVfMU52 Buy tarot cards: https://thiscrookedcrown.com/2017/01/12/the-myth-of-buying-your-first-tarot-deck/ Some info about Year Ahead Spread: https://www.tarot.com/tarot/year-ahead-spread-reading Dr Romie’s brilliant book The Busy Brain Cure: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Busy-Brain-Cure-Eight-Week-Anxiety-ebook/dp/B0CCXZH44T Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Visionaries | Angela Lauria #ep18 | 17 Oct 2023 | 01:39:27 | |
Welcome Dr Angela Lauria! Someone I’m privileged to call my friend and personal inspiration, and indeed a visionary in the spaces of publishing, autism and entrepreneurship. Dr Angela Lauria is an author, podcaster, speaker, and Autistic advocate helping unlock the power of neurodiversity at work. In this this delightful, straight-talking podcast, we manage to cover a LOT…
These kinds of conversations with influential, impact-focused women should be essential listening!! When the world is trying to convince us that everyone who has wealth and influence is shit, capitalism is broken, and it's impossible for women to be satisfied or accepted - it's nice to chat with real people - wildflowers who have broken through - to hear that actually doing it your own way can work. Chatting with Angela reminds us that it's safe to:
Who is Dr Angela Lauria? Dr Angela Lauria has helped almost 2,000 entrepreneurs write, publish, and promote their books, and she has been doing it since 1994. Her clients have been responsible for over 10 million books read and $100 million in cumulative revenue. Angela was named one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s top 10 most inspiring entrepreneurs to watch – one of only 2 women on the list! And she was ranked #60 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Entrepreneur 360. f you want to dive a bit further into Angela’s world you can find her here:
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| Should I get a business partner? Or am I better off solo? #ep17 | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:29:10 | |
In this episode of the Joy Colour Impact (& Dogs) podcast, we discuss partnerships in business, is it a good idea to venture into business alone or with a partner(s). Much like marriages, partnerships require a delicate balance of chemistry and compromise. Conflicts are bound to arise, but don't always mean it's the end. In this episode we'll discuss the secret to keeping your partnership bond strong. I'll share some details from my *very* recent experience buying back ownership in one of my businesses. For the first time ever, I'm going in deep on my partnerships (the good, the bad, and the ugly) and sharing my thoughts: do I still think... after all the drama... that it's worth it? Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Is Passive Income Essential on an Entrepreneur's path to Joy? #e34 | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:36:26 | |
What does passive income actually mean to you? Chances are, in a conversation about 'passive income' what you might really mean is time freedom. You want to take the pressure off of 'hourly rate' work... so that you can continue to earn more income and create more wealth, while also claiming more joy, more spaciousness, and maybe even 'time away' for things like maternity leave, holiday, personal growth and general wellbeing. In this episode we're going to discuss the difference between Passive Income vs. a Scalable Business Model
This is an absolutely essential episode if you've tried and struggled to build and launch a course, membership or audience online and are wondering what you're doing wrong. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| The Truth about the Word ‘Woke’ #ep16 | 16 Sep 2023 | 01:04:05 | |
Today in this very important ‘Dealing with Whiteness’ episode with Dr. Lynne Maureen-Hurdle and Justin Hurdle-Price - we’re diving into a really touchy topic. We’re discussing the word: Woke. As we explore where this word comes from, how it’s being [inappropriately] used and the impact on society, in particular, the black community - and our guests personally. Now if you’re like me I was when I first got introduced to the topic in today’s episode, you might feel surprised. But the fact is, the way this word is used today is SO far from where it originated, that it’s become deeply offensive. You’ll hear how and why Justin considers it a slur - and urges white people to stop saying it. Like Now. In this episode we will:
WANT TO GO A STEP FURTHER? Dr. Lynne and Justin Nai'im have created a free resource for you called The Five Mistakes White People Make When It Comes To Anti-Racism and you can access it here... https://theconflictcloser.com/5mistakes *** We all have work to do when it comes to dismantling racism, but it is not all the same work. As White people, we must learn about it and work with BIPOC to disrupt it and create a better society.** Wanna know more about the great work Dr.Lynne and Justin are doing to hold space for courageous conversations like this one? Find them here: Web: https://theconflictcloser.com/matter-of-race Insta: @conflictcloser Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| How to be Unconventional without Being Totally Unprofessional #ep15 | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:18:25 | |
To me the word professional is the enemy of a good brand and, in most cases is the enemy of any kind of personality. In today's podcast, we explore the intersection of creativity, self-expression, and entrepreneurship. Join me as we dive deep into the impact of professionalism on our ability to show up authentically in our businesses and personal lives.
Tune in if you are interested in challenging the norm and embracing the power of authenticity in your work and personal life. Links:
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| 5 Surprising Lessons from a Year of Epic Business Retreats #ep 14 | 05 Sep 2023 | 00:33:21 | |
Today I wanted to share a couple big lessons I got from over 12 months of attending the most MEGA business retreat experiences out there, including a cruise through the Greek Islands, a private week at Denise Duffield-Thomas' Rose Farm in Australia and a week on the private island belonging to Sir Richard Branson. Sure there are some obvious highlights associated with trips with this level of luxury and access, but some of greatest gifts these trips gave me were actually a bit surprising. For me personally, being in the season of attending retreats instead of hosting them has been such a joy… being held in these beautiful containers of growth, indulgence, beauty, friendship and expansion has been such a wonderful gift - especially while being in a stage of life raising two kids under 4 and managing not one, but three businesses. Hope you enjoy these 5 surprising lessons from a year of epic business retreats - I'd love for you to hit me up on instagram and let me know your best lessons from getting away from the daily hustle to focus on the big picture stuff. There's so much gold in it!! The Highlight Reel: Greece https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17980015250192210/ Australia https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17985608641682451/ Necker** https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17944926320224932/ **we didn't actually post photos while on Necker - so note to self I need to do a big blog post to share all the images with you! Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Visionaries | Denise Duffield-Thomas | Part 2 #ep13 | 01 Sep 2023 | 00:35:28 | |
Picking back up with Denise after part 1 of our conversation (if you are joining us here jump back an episode because you won’t want to miss it) we really get down and dirty with impact, what it means, how to achieve it and be empowered by it. Do we really want to just help people in need or does it make more sense to prevent people from needing help in the first place. It’s certainly not as glamorous or attention grabbing to work that way but in the long run what legacy do you really want to leave behind? About Denise Denise is is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make money and change the world. She helps entrepreneurs like you charge premium prices, release the fear of money and create First Class lives. Her books Lucky Bitch, Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, and her newest Chill and Prosper give a fresh and funny roadmap to living a life of abundance without burnout. Her money bootcamp has helped over 8,500 students from all around the world. She’s a lazy introvert, a Hay House author and an unbusy mother of 3. She owns a rose farm and lives by the beach in sunny Australia. Find her at... www.denisedt.com Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Visionaries | Denise Duffield-Thomas | Part 1 #ep12 | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:53:25 | |
Welcome to the first of our 'Visionary' interviews here on the JCID show. For the first in this series, there was only one guest to pick - the woman who appeared first on our previous podcast, and was keynote at our Magic Maker conference... a dear friend, money mindset mentor Denise Duffield Thomas. But we're not actually talking all that much about money mindset - we're focused on life, dogs, working alongside your spouse, legacy, property, and philanthropy... and loads more... adulting, paperwork and how you really do need to knuckle down and create your own destiny because no one is going to do it for you. Oh and the often touchy subject of being a successful business women and a mother... we discuss how we have both reconciled this tensions as part of our lives with the help of the crucial #superdad. These kinds of conversations with influential, impact-focused women should be essential listening!! When the world is trying to convince us that everyone who has wealth and influence is shit, capitalism is broken, and it's impossible for women to be satisfied or accepted - it's nice to chat with real people - wildflowers who have broken through - to hear that actually doing it your own way can work. Chatting with Denise reminds us it's safe to be:
Who is Denise Duffield-Thomas? Denise is is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make money and change the world. She helps entrepreneurs like you charge premium prices, release the fear of money and create First Class lives. Her books Lucky Bitch, Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, and her newest Chill and Prosper give a fresh and funny roadmap to living a life of abundance without burnout. Her money bootcamp has helped over 8,500 students from all around the world. She’s a lazy introvert, a Hay House author and an unbusy mother of 3. She owns a rose farm and lives by the beach in sunny Australia. Links from the Episode: Check out my visit to Australia to visit Denise at her rose farm: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17985608641682451/ Denise's bestie, designer Naomi Findlay: If you want to dive a bit further into Denise’s world you can find her here: www.denisedt.com Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| When is the Right Time for a Rebrand? #ep11 | 23 Aug 2023 | 00:09:39 | |
In this episode, we talk about rebranding, crucially why and when. It’s my experience that a rebrand always comes after a but… That means one of two things to a business
We cover why your rebrand should not only be a holistic process but why it might be the answer you didn’t even know you were looking for. It’s primary driver should be purpose, whilst creating visual harmony across your whole brand helping you to nail those important 8 secs and first impressions that make all the difference to every crucial metric in your business. Free 30 minute chat - https://JNicholeSmith.as.me/?appointmentType=43921074 Colour Brand Quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Why is the Pet Industry so White? Exploring the intersection of dogs and racism #ep10 | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:41:52 | |
Full Show Notes with photos of Justin and his doggos: https://www.jnicholesmith.com/e10-dogs-and-racism/ In our latest Dealing with Whiteness episode, we're looking into why there aren't more Black pet owners and pet business owners. - We explore the historic role dogs have played in racism in America - We unpack some of the complicated history between Black folks and dogs - We'll take a look at the therapeutic role dogs can play in improving mental health - We explore how breed discrimination has been linked to Black dog ownership and - We'll ask some thought-provoking questions about the role of dogs in 'keeping the peace' (can dogs actually BE racist?) Plus we'll discuss a complex (and controversial) question: Are white people more outraged about dogs being eaten in China than the death of innocent Black children in America? We will also get a peek into Dr.Lynne and Justin's family life, where dogs were and were not present and why. Web: https://theconflictcloser.com/matter-of-race Insta: @conflictcloser Full Show Notes with photos of Justin and his doggos: https://www.jnicholesmith.com/e10-dogs-and-racism/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| How Long Should a Rebrand Take (and can it be easy?) #ep09 | 09 Aug 2023 | 00:36:25 | |
Hey guys! Welcome to episode 9. Great to be here as always and in this episode we are covering something super close to my heart. Making design and branding accesible for everyone! Especially for those who are out there being a rebel and putting their head above the parapet for the things they believe in. We talk about - the normal rebrand process and what's 'done' - the things you can do to make sure your design and your strategy match up - what you can do to make the process faster and more enjoyable, not to mention equally as effective If you want to get involved with a quick, easy and effective rebrand then get in touch by any of the means below. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| The 5 Ways to Make Sure your Photos Help (and aren't hurting) your Brand #Ep08 | 04 Aug 2023 | 00:35:40 | |
Hey! Welcome back to episode 8 where we talk about one of my first loves, photography! It's where my business journey started and I'm going to take you through some things to consider about it. - Why your photography is really important and why it will ocntinue to be important into the future - Are your photos helping or hurting your business - Understand the combined power of visuals and colour and harmonisung your brand with your images and... Why if it's not GREAT it's actually hurting you! - Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Premium Brands and selling Luxury (why most entrepreneurs get it wrong and how to fix it) #ep07 | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:32:27 | |
Are you selling your premium brand all wrong? In this episode I'm going to talk you through the key ways to take your brand up in to that premium space succesfully. - Pricing and how it effects both you as the entrepreneur and the consumer - Why you need confidence in what you do and why your pricing is the way it is - Branding has a lot to do with percieved value - Every business has something that they can turn into a premium product So have a listen and get the tools you need to go premium successfully. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| 10 Lessons from Necker Island - part 2 - #e33 | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:38:32 | |
Welcome to part 2 of our '10 lessons from Necker Island' (for the first 5 lessons, check out the previous episode) I was invited to Necker Island as a member of The Collective, an impact mastermind for women entrepreneurs led by Natalie MacNeil that is an official partner of Richard Branson’s Virgin Unite. It's a tremendous honor to have the opportunity not once, but twice (so far) to visit this enchanted place, and to do so in the company of more than 30 other curious, creative women who are making major waves in their own communities and businesses. In this episode, I'm going to take you along on my recent trip to Necker, and share the second set: 6 -10 insights and lessons I brought back with me from this magic place... including my biggest takeaway from Richard Branson himself. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Unpacking the Myth of Perfectionism and the 'One Right Way' #ep06 | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:55:42 | |
Did you know that perfectionism has deep roots in white culture. Based partly in religion the white western world seeks 'one right way' to do a thing. This is not something that exists in Black culture. In the episode we talk about the origins of perfectionism and how it oozes into our lives unseen, causing mental health and social togetherness issues. - Why White people don't question things growing up, in fact why they don't question many things in life. - Where we have a crossover between authenticity and and perfectionism - Why perfectionism a giant tool for capatalism - The bias around gnerder, accent and all the things that feed into perfectionism We also go deep with Justin inot what it's like to grow up as a black person in a PWI (Private White Institution) and how it's spilled over in to the rest of his life. So much to unpack, more knowledge you just can't unlearn. More about Lynne and Justin here - http://www.theconflictcloser.com Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Introduction to Dealing with Whiteness #ep05 | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:56:32 | |
Welcome to the first episode in a series I'm calling dealing with whiteness. In a series of interviews with the amazing Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle and her son Justin Na'im Hurdle Price we'll unpack what it really means to be white and what racism actually is and isn't. In this introduction episode we'll go over - How everyone met and the origins of their course On the Matter of Race. - What the course is for and who is going to use it - The deadly combination of white and money and the true complexities of the race issues you face as a white person - Why the black commmunity is not immune and why it's hard to know what's real when it's coming from a white person. So grab a cuppa and have your mind blown by what's really going on and be warned you can't unhear this! On the matter of race - https://theconflictcloser.com/matter-of-race Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| 5 Surprising Ways Colour Psychology impacts your Business #ep04 | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:20:24 | |
Remember when you arrive somewhere, ona website or in a building and you just felt either the good or bad vibes in that moment. That's the energy your feeling and colour is energy - literally! There is real life science here and it effects how you feel about something. In this episode we talk about how colours can effect how you feel and how that applies to your branding, life and general wellbeing. We'll talk about 5 simple ways to get the colours in your life to work for you and your brand better. Episode links: Fiat advert - https://youtu.be/uWLX94pzYVk Check out red Sigrun here - https://www.sigrun.com Get colours that convert here - https://color.jnicholesmith.com/convert/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| What does Joy have to do with Entrepreneurship #ep03 | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:12:22 | |
Have joy, be present and fuel what your doing with passion and if your dog is snoring in the background then let it be and power on through anyway! I've never really had a proper job, I'm the definition of that cringeworthy term 'the serial entrepreneur'. I am essentially unemployable. In this episode we look a little at my history and how some all consuming problems that I hit early on in my career shaped who I became as an business person and how it forced me to make a concious decesion to still live with joy and remain an optimist nevertheless. Spoiler alert - It wasn't just hard work that led to my eventual success. Get colours that convert course - https://color.jnicholesmith.com/convert/ Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| I am for the Wild Ones #ep02 | 04 Jul 2023 | 00:12:48 | |
July 4th should be fireworks, cold beer and celebrations for an American, even one living in an often cold and rainy England. But I've never liked fireworks or been paticularily patriotic so as I set out for my walk a whole different set of thoughts come to my mind. America is one of those products that simply does not live up to it's brand hype. In short relection on a walk I took on this day a year ago I still feel the same, I'm still for the wild ones. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Introduction #ep01 | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:06:11 | |
Welcome to Joy, Colour, Impact and Dogs. A love letter to everything in life that matters to me. Everyone is welcome, but you'll truly want to hang around if you are a misfit entreprenuer and if you are a dog person then you've definately found the show for you. Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| 10 lessons from Necker Island - part 1 - #e32 | 29 May 2024 | 00:40:18 | |
Have you heard of Necker Island? How about Sir Richard Branson? If you're a serial entrepreneur like me, if you have ever sought out examples of entrepreneurs who have taken massive risks, again and again, and won - there may be no better example than Sir Richard Branson.. founder of the Virgin Group. I've been fascinated with Richard's "Screw it, Let's Do it" attitude since I very first discovered him I read every book I could find on his life and businesses... but never could I have guessed way back than (at least 15+ years ago) that I'd have a chance to visit Necker, his private island (his full-time home) - but also spend days and days in his company, listening to his anecdotes, stories, advice and jokes... and absorbing the profoundly transformative energy of Necker Island and its intrepid owner, Sir Richard Branson. I was invited to Necker Island as a member of The Collective, an impact mastermind for women entrepreneurs led by Natalie MacNeil that is an official partner of Richard Branson’s Virgin Unite. It's a tremendous honor to have the opportunity not once, but twice (so far) to visit this enchanted place, and to do so in the company of more than 30 other curious, creative women who are making major waves in their own communities and businesses. In this episode, I'm going to take you along on my recent trip to Necker, and share the first 5 of 10 insights and lessons I brought back with me. If you want to see some of the photos from Necker, be sure to visit my instagram highlights: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17923051547794037/ Enjoy! Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| 10 Reasons to Rebrand Right Now #ep31 | 15 May 2024 | 00:39:37 | |
You might be contemplating a rebrand... but how do you know if now is the right time? Or maybe you haven't even been considering a rebrand... but you've got some discomfort or confusion you haven't yet diagnosed... and you're starting to wonder if maybe it's time to double-down on brand (building a personal brand, tightening-up your messaging or positioning, or simply up-leveling the first impression you make online) In this episode I'm sharing 10 reasons you should definitely consider in order to identify if brand is actually the #1 strategy you should be investing time, energy and money in right now (or not). Want to chat it out? Book a free call and let's find the right way to support your brand makeover: APPLY NOW: https://go.jnicholesmith.com/apply Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||
| Purpose Anxiety, Creative Genius & Elizabeth Gilbert #ep30 | 01 May 2024 | 00:33:22 | |
Come along with me for a critique of an evening with Elizabeth Gilbert, author of 'Eat, Pray, Love' and 'Big Magic.' Let's explore Liz's description of 'Purpose Anxiety' and the profound alternative she recommends to the pursuit of a 'purpose-driven' life. In this episode I reflect on the intricate dance between creativity, fear, risk-taking, purpose and presence. What is the cross-over between being 'purpose driven' and doing less harm... how does that fit in with a joy first life, and being more present in our lives. Do I agree with Liz Gilbert's call to action when she says ''Why are we all trying to make our mark on the world? It seems to me that the world has been eloquently requesting for some time that we stop trying to make marks on her.... or is it in direct conflict with what I believe? Tune-in to find out... Takeaways
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| The Real Reason You’re Not Getting Visible #ep29 | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:22:36 | |
'Get Visible' - one of the most buzzy and commonly peddled sales pitches in the online entrepreneurial world. Why is it that so many business owners need help with 'visibility' - why is it such a struggle? Today we unravel why so many trailblazing and brilliant Founders struggle to step into the spotlight.... But here's the twist: it's not actually about time, money, know-how or missed opportunities. It's about something much deeper. Join me as we explore the root cause of why so many people behind the brand don't get the recognition or attention they deserve (and what to do about it). In this episode we'll Explore:
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| The Cult of Neutral (and how to escape it) #ep28 | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:20:52 | |
Today's podcast topic gets me super fired-up because it's a powerful trend that most people thing is fabulous, but is actually just not good for our wellbeing. This topic might seem a bit superficial at first... but it has really deep roots travel from a bit sad to actually really toxic. The Cult of Neutral Neutral is not as aspirational as we make it out to be: white-beige spaces are not the recipe for a joy first life. We'll Explore:
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| A brand's biggest growth-killer (that's probably got you distracted right now) e#27 | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:23:00 | |
If you're obsessing over the 'how' in your business... You may feel a little lost... Then what you're probably focused on right now is the wrong thing: Today's episode is definitely for you. I will break down what you need to start (and what you should stop right now) in order to shift your energy and attention in a more productive way, to achieve more ease, more focus, and better results overall. I will also share the ONLY thing that has ever worked for me to push-past the 'impossible' changes I've made in my life, as well as what I see happen with my clients who push-past plateaus to actually achieve huge wins and big changes in their life and business. Spoiler: It's not the how, the plan, or obsessing over the product or service... Take the colour quiz - https://www.jnicholesmith.com/quiz Work with me further here - https://www.jnicholesmith.com | |||