Divorced & Determined AF

39 - How Your First Three Years Shape Your Adult Life

Ever wondered how much your first three years on this planet shaped the person you are today? In this episode, we peel back the layers of early childhood development to reveal its powerful influence on our adult lives. We explore the bonds, boundaries, and trust-building exercises of infancy that have subtly sculpted our personalities and perspectives. From personal revelations to professional advice, this conversation offers insights into self-awareness, healing, and the steps towards positive transformation. My hope is that this message acts as a reminder of the importance to taking the time to get to know ourselves at a deeper level so we can understand our inner needs and wiring so intimately that we can then embrace our authentic selves and create fulfillment in ways we've been creating all along.
 
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38 - When a Client Isn’t a Good Fit: Why I Said No to $85,000

Imagine being offered an $85,000 paycheck and choosing to say 'No'. Sound crazy? Well, that's exactly what I did. On this episode, I'm laying bare the details of this unconventional decision, demonstrating how courage and client fit can be more important than the dollar amount.
 
Knowing what is right for you, what is right for the client to get them the results they desire, and knowing what your time and energy worth is - are massive components to this decision. Prepare to challenge your perceptions of success and learn why sometimes the bravest choice is to walk away - for you, for them, and for the sustainable growth of your business.
 
Referenced:
Episode 33 - Regain Control of Your Schedule as an Entrepreneur
 
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37 - Strategic Planning and Risk Management- A Teenager’s Lesson for Entrepreneurs

In this episode, I'll share a story that's an unexpected source of inspiration—a seemingly ordinary day in the life of my teenager son. But it was anything but ordinary. His actions, driven by alertness, reveal powerful lessons on strategic planning and risk management, lessons that we, as entrepreneurs, can apply to our journey.
 
Join me as we unpack this story, and connect it to creating success in our businesses.
Discover how awareness, when applied to our business strategies, becomes our strongest asset. How it can guide our decisions, shapes our risk management, informs our strategic planning, and most importantly, prepares us for the challenges of the business world.
 
Tune in for actionable steps on how to integrate this heightened awareness into your business routine. Learn how resilience plays a role in this narrative, and how it can bolster your own entrepreneurial mindset.
 
Because in the world of entrepreneurship, being truly aware is being truly prepared. Listen in to find out how you can cultivate this awareness and make it your business's strongest asset.
 
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36 - Unlocking Sales Growth: The Power of Strategic Follow-Up Systems

The fortune is in the follow up.
In today's episode, we delve into the often-overlooked art of follow-ups, the secret weapon in your entrepreneurial journey. Get ready to discover how a well-crafted follow-up system can help you transform those leads into loyal customers, boosting your sales conversions and building long-lasting relationships. Let's move beyond just capturing leads and start connecting deeply with our potential customers. You can serve and impact your customers/clients, but you won't get that chance if you don't figure out a way to stay in touch with them and remind them that you're there to provide value and a solution for them. Come along, and let's make a difference in our businesses and our world together!
 
Need help in drafting your follow up system? Check out my Alignment Strategy Program and let's see if it might be a step in the right direction for you!
 
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35 - Taming Underlying Stress: Elevate Work-Life Quality by Managing Silent Stressors

Are you ready to change the game, to shift gears from merely surviving to truly thriving in your personal and professional life? In this mini episode, we dive beneath the surface of our daily struggles to expose that invisible enemy – underlying stress. We all have those moments when the smallest mishap triggers an uncharacteristic outburst, and it leaves us wondering, 'What just happened?' Well, today, we're solving this mystery together. We'll uncover the hidden stress, validate our reactions, and learn to separate the two for a smoother, more empowered journey through our days. So, if you're tired of feeling like you're snapping at the little things, join me. Let's step into the arena of self-awareness, confront our silent stressors, and reclaim control of our reactions, for a healthier, happier work-life. Remember, we're in this together, and together, we can conquer anything.
 
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34 - Maximizing Productivity - The Power of Delegation with Ashley Quinto Powell

Are you a business owner struggling to balance all the tasks on your plate? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with daily tasks, preventing you from focusing on big-picture revenue-generating tasks? In this episode we'll discuss the power of delegation and how it can transform your business.
 
We'll explore the common limiting beliefs that prevent business owners from delegating and provide practical tips for identifying tasks that can be delegated effectively. You'll hear us talk about best practices for delegating tasks to virtual assistants, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and setting expectations. But finding the right virtual assistant can be challenging. Today's guest Ashley Quinto Powell, founder of My VA Rocks, stresses the importance of finding a VA who is a good fit for your personality and work style. She also notes that delegation can be a magical relationship that changes one's life, but it takes intentional patience and alignment to find the right fit.
 
Delegation can be an investment in time that leads to increased productivity and success, so why not give it a try?
 
Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or a business newbie, this episode is packed with practical tips and advice for leveraging delegation to maximize your productivity and achieve your goals. Tune in and start delegating like a pro!
 
Tools mentioned: 
ClickUp
Loom
 
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Visit Ashley's website, check out her book Executive Motherhood: The Art of Having it All Without Doing it All 
and find her on LinkedIn
 
 

33 - Regain Control of Your Schedule as an Entrepreneur

As entrepreneurs, we bear the weight of our dreams, constantly striving to mold them into reality. But to do this, we must first learn to mold time, to shape it in a way that serves our ambitions, fuels our passions, and cherishes our well-being. Easier said than done when we get pulled into a hundred different directions each day, right?
 
Well I'm here to tell you, it doesn't have to be that way. We can actually be more productive in the time allotted AND have our time in the evenings too. Often, what pulls us is a simple matter of a fundamental step being skipped with those we work with - whether clients or team members. The frustrations that naturally occur when our schedules and time aren't respected can be avoided more times than not.
 
In today's episode I'm going to walk you through a key strategy to help you avoid this and turn it into a win-win for everyone so you can ultimately regain control of your schedule and reclaim your time.
 
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32 - Create a Business That Aligns with Your Life with Amy Traugh

Are you looking to design a business around your life? Well, you're in luck because in this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Amy Traugh, founder and CEO of the Moms on a Mission community. We're both obsessed with the notion that you can actually design your business to fit YOUR needs and support your personal priorities, while being successful. It's not just a notion, it's possible!
Today we cover three elements to teach you what you need to be clear on,  the things you shouldn't be doing and what the best ingredient is for that magic to happen. We talk about how to intentionally design a business that aligns with your personal priorities and how to use systems to support that. You can bet that we're going to include aspects around the importance of intentional planning and creating systems because they're so instrumental in supporting your personal priorities and building a successful business.
So, if you're ready to take the leap and design a business that works for you, tune in now!
Mentioned: Episode 28 "How Consistency Can Help You Outpace Your Competitors" Listen Here
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31 - How to Listen to Your Intuition

Today, I'm inviting all visionaries and pioneers on an introspective voyage to tune in and decode the subtle cues your body communicates, enabling you to make intuitively successful decisions. Through a straightforward yet potent technique, I'll help you identify and decipher the unique sensations your body presents and unravel their meanings.
 
As entrepreneurs, we thrive on insight, innovation, and intuition, and this episode is designed to deepen your understanding of all three. Learn to align your physical signals with your entrepreneurial spirit, fostering a synergy that propels both personal growth and professional success. So, are you ready to harness the profound wisdom your body holds? To make decisions that resonate with your inner truth and lead to unprecedented success? Let's embark on this enlightening journey together. Your intuition is waiting to be your most powerful ally.
 
Ready to tune in and truly feel what your body is telling you? Hit play and let's begin!
 
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30 - How to Sell Authentically and Attract More Clients with Jillian Murphy

In this episode, host Jamie Milam interviews Jillian Murphy, a sales coach who transitioned from the corporate world to teaching entrepreneurs how to grow their businesses with more sales. They dive into the importance of authenticity in attracting clients and building a successful business, and advises entrepreneurs to tap into their own innovation and show up as themselves everywhere. Plus, Jillian gives tips on how you can do just that! They discuss aspects of being intentional about your energy and systems to achieve success in your business, along with community building and how that can support you. Tune in to discover how you can rise above the noise and build the thriving business you've always dreamed of.
 
Mentions: Episode 17 of Determined AF - Overcoming Self Doubts Due to Overconsumption of Social Media
 
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