RetreatBoss The Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the RetreatBoss™ Podcast. Today, we are excited to welcome Licia Rester, a distinguished expert in instructional design and transformative content creation. In this episode, Licia not only shares her invaluable insights into designing impactful hybrid events that integrate in-person and virtual experiences, but also provides practical strategies that you can implement right away. Whether you're a coach, consultant, or content creator, Licia's inclusive and engaging event design strategies are a must-listen.

We'll explore how to map out a compelling transformation arc for your events and instructional programs, ensuring your content meets the specific needs of various client types, from solopreneurs to corporate giants. Licia will also share her journey of writing and organizing content efficiently, revealing how she wrote two-thirds of a book in just 16 hours!

Moreover, Licia discusses the benefits of working with existing content and developing new material, providing listeners with a roadmap to navigate the overwhelming world of content creation. She's here to inspire and offer practical tools and training for those passionate about driving profound personal and professional transformation.

So, whether you want to enhance your virtual event skills or streamline your content creation process, this episode is packed with advice to elevate your approach. Stay tuned as we explore these topics and more on the RetreatBoss Podcast.

Learn more about Licia Lester:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/licia-rester-3ba7a81/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resterlicia/ 

Website: https://www.vemastery.com/ 

Free workshop link: Free Fast-Track a Breakthrough Book Blueprint + Training Bundle: https://6-figurebooklaunch.com/getbundle

Learn more from Catherine:

https://www.retreatboss.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachmtl/

https://www.youtube.com/@retreatboss

https://twitter.com/KontosCatherine

A thriving community is an essential part of your business – especially in the retreat and wellness industry. A community can create a supportive network of individuals who share a genuine interest in your offerings, ultimately driving sustainable growth and success for your business. 

In this episode of the RetreatBoss Podcast, I am joined by my guest, Maruxa Murphy. Together we discussed building and leading online communities, turning your audiences into loyal communities and the importance of understanding one’s target audience to effectively market retreats and connect emotionally. 

Maruxa Murphy is an award-winning community experience designer, strategist, entrepreneur, author and catalyst for change who has been transforming communities in person and online since 2000. Her work has been featured on Forbes, Reader’s Digest, Fox News, The Huffington Post, and many more. Tune in for an insightful conversation and learn tips and tricks on building your own thriving community!

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In an industry focused on transformation and creativity, finances aren’t usually the top of mind for business owners. However, understanding how to expense your retreats and save on taxes can do so much for your business. Michael Markiewicz is the founder and owner of Markiewicz Enterprises, LLC, a New York-based financial services company specializing in CPA services, consulting services and asset protection. He joins host Catherine Kontos to share his expert tips on how to cut costs and determine taxes for your retreat expenses. Don’t miss out on useful and practical advice you can use for your next planned company trip.

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In this day and age, we have taken “celebration” to a different level. With too many vendors, locations, and providers to choose from or lack of it, the first and one of the biggest decisions you need to make for your special day is choosing who your planner will be. In this episode, Andrea Soueidan and Voula Maroussis from Altitude Connections, a global concierge service for corporate and personal needs, share their journey to finding their passion for true customer service. They also tell us their strategies for making every service they provide and every event they plan a success.

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Going on a retreat alone will give you results but not the results you want. But going with a group, you'll be able to manifest much quicker and stronger. You'll be able to manifest all that positive energy and bring it home with you. Join Catherine Kontos as she talks to Emyrald Sinclaire about group manifestations. Emyrald is an intuitive guide and love coach who helps women to connect with their true desires. Learn how she found her calling and why on love and relationships. Discover the power of retreating as a group versus going solo today!

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Are you planning an event or a retreat for your employees? What are the legalities you need for this? Stay tuned for some free legal advice for your next destination event! Joining us in today’s episode is Elissa Kaner. Elissa is an attorney for online entrepreneurs and a life and success coach. She loves helping businesses with their legal contracts when conducting retreats to protect both the host and other parties involved in the contract. Listen in as she shares her wisdom on the do’s and don'ts when it comes to legal matters surrounding retreats.

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There are several reasons why insurance should be a priority. Catherine Kontos sits with Joe Fagan, the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Gallagher. Joe explains that, as a business operator running a retreat, the risk falls on you. If you hire a yoga instructor and a person gets hurt, you'll be involved in the lawsuit. Even if the yoga instructor you hired is an independent contractor, you will still be included. So it's best to plan ahead to minimize risk and losses. Join the conversation to learn how you can protect your business. Tune in!

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For artists, their work is more than just expressing their feelings. It can serve a greater purpose and represent a bigger ideology. It’s refreshing to see how the NFT community has widely celebrated the appreciation for art. Visual artist Lola Toscano sits with Catherine Kontos to talk about her artworks and blockchain NFT projects. Her first art exhibition became an art movement called Hedoné, which centered on the liberation and pleasure of psychomagic. She is currently working on opening their first Hedonia, a retreat center and community space built around a historical hacienda in Izamal. Listen in and learn more as Lola shares how her first art exhibition has grown into what it stands for today.

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With countries slowly lifting their lockdowns, the desire to travel is at an all-time high. Companies want to start booking their employees out in retreats. Online co-workers who want to finally meet each other outside of Zoom want to travel. Suffice to say, booking agencies are huge right now! Join Catherine Kontos as she talks to Jen Corley about the online platforms that make retreat planning even easier. Jen is in charge of Product Marketing and is the Director of Development at WeTravel. She believes that the travel industry is going to boom this year. Start booking your retreats today!

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At the end of the day, we all want to rest in the comfort of our homes. However, the comfort level a place can provide depends on the overall level of the home environment and design. Laili Gonzalez is known for helping clients achieve their dream home, which inspires and brings joy to them while being practical and functional. In this episode, she shares how it all started. First, she was intrigued and wondered how her designs affect the energy of the places she works on. That’s where she came across Feng Shui. As she learned more about it, she was captivated, which led her to get certified as a Feng Shui consultant. Now, she is helping people transform their homes into better living spaces.

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