Permission to Kick Ass Angie Colee

I LOVE today's convo with burnout recovery coach and Enneagram expert, Hillarie Kay.  Not only does she have deep personal experience with burnout (her very first story is about winding up in the hospital with a presumed heart attack, only to think, "I don't have time to rest, give me drugs!")... she has a deep understanding of what drives us to burnout in the first place. If you've ever found yourself wondering if there's more to life than "rise and grind," this one's for you. 

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
The surprising reason most affirmations DON'T work (and what you can do instead to help reprogram your brain)... 

To follow or not to follow: Hillarie and I reveal how we decide whether to take a "guru's" advice or follow our own guts (this one is so simple, yet most people won't do it)... 

Bad news: all the growth strategies work. Good news: all the growth strategies work. Now what are you going to do about it?

"You attract how you act" - Hillarie's BRILLIANT and catchy mantra will help you spot what you're doing to bring people to your world... for better or worse.

The shocking reason a lot of businesses fail (and it has nothing to do with capital, or clients, or any of the typical "success" metrics)...Hillarie's bio:

I'm Hillarie Kay a burnout recovery coach, speaker, trainer, and author. Prior to becoming a third-generation business owner, I forged my path in corporate America, specializing in public relations and marketing.

In 2016, I established a full-service marketing agency. In 2020, I underwent a pivotal career transition, delving into the realm of business coaching using the power of the Enneagram personality framework to guide entrepreneurs and teams toward greater success.

Since then, I've coached and collaborated with a diverse range of entrepreneurs and teams, spanning from innovative startups to industry giants within the Fortune 100 space. My passion lies in supporting high achievers, corporate executives, and teams in their quest to prevent burnout, enhance communication, and optimize performance through the transformative lens of the Enneagram.

My husband, two sons, three stepsons, and I split our time between Southeast Missouri and the Raleigh/Durham area of North Carolina. I'm obsessed with the 60s and 70s and you can often find me in antique and thrift stores searching for that perfect vintage outfit or furniture piece!

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I LOVE this episode. I sat down with Meredith and Lindsay of The Village Center. These two kickass entrepreneur moms are disrupting the myth that you have to do it all alone as a parent and a business owner. We challenge the cultural norms that set parents up for burnout, reveal why believing in your vision is not just woowoo nonsense, and talk a surprising amount about nipple cream. If you've ever felt like you're getting it all wrong, you'll love their refreshing perspective on how success and struggle are not mutually exclusive.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
The simple reframe on competition that will stop you from limiting your own growth...

What Meredith and Lindsey did when the DREAM venue fell through...

Perhaps my favorite quote from any of the interviews I've done: "I'm at a point in my life where I don't want to prove myself to people who don't believe in what I'm doing"

How to get unstuck when you find yourself trapped in an anxiety spiral, wondering if your business will ever work (thank Meredith for this ingenious perspective shift)

One thing you can change TODAY to start increasing your sales right away (hint: it's a lot easier than it might seem)...Lindsey and Meredith's bio:

The Village Center was founded in 2023 by Lindsey Baker and Meredith Ventura with the vision of creating a comprehensive wellness center that catered to the needs of families and individuals in the local community. Inspired by their personal experiences and a shared passion for holistic well-being, Lindsey and Meredith set out to establish a nurturing and supportive environment where people could find physical, mental, and emotional support under one roof while building a community. 
 
Lindsey Baker has led 3 different non-profits over 15 years, Lindsey’s work has always been centered on community engagement and bringing people together. She recognized the importance of connecting with other parents and saw a pressing need for resources, support groups, and a safe space where families could come together. 

Meredith Ventura is a massage therapist, energy healer, creative, and mother who sought to build a practice that was patient-centered. With her expertise in massage therapy and a passion for wellness, Meredith believed in the transformative power of holistic healing modalities. Her commitment to creating personalized and effective treatments made her an ideal partner for the Village Center. 
Resources and links:
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Ever wanted to get in the media? You're going to love today's guest, my friend Adela Hussain. This episode covers a little bit of everything, from the power of being unapologetically yourself to becoming an "accidental expert" to business breakups. We'll show you how to lean into those often-ignored "elephant in the room" conversations that most experts tiptoe around, but that truly resonate with audiences.
Can't-miss moments from this episode:
The magic 5-word statement that helps me uncover absolute story GOLD when working with my marketing clients...

What journalists and editors are REALLY looking for in a compelling story (hint: being perfectly put together and reaching a specific "level" aren't even on the radar)...

Why aren't we talking about this more?! Adela and I share our personal experiences with "business breakups" (and how they changed our lives in surprisingly positive ways)...

Stop creating in a vacuum! Adela has some thoughts on why your media efforts may be failing (and how to make idea generation WAY easier)...

Two critical questions to ask yourself whenever you're feeling stuck and overwhelmed (and one of them led to Adela creating an entirely new business for herself!)...Join us for a candid chat about the beautiful messiness of business. 
Adela's bio:

Adela’s a disruptive publicist and is a master at helping you pitch your business to people that don’t know you…yet. 
 
Known for her high energy and laser-sharp thinking, Adela creates equity in publicity by removing the gatekeeper and helps builds authentic connections between rising, ambitious, liberal entrepreneurs and world-class journalists. 
 
Adela discovered she had a talent for pitching when she first started doing PR for her own fashion tech start up and was featured in 14 publications in 12 months, including the Harvard Business Review without pitching! 
 
A former Management Consultant, she has been featured in the BBC, The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Independent, Stylist, Psychologies, Metro and 10 other publications. She was also a finalist in Cosmopolitan’s Self Made Award in 2017 and in 2018 she was in Sarah Woods’ Top 10 Female Founders In The UK To Watch list. 
 
Her Pitch to Press Program and Media Mastermind, The Parlour have helped hundreds of founders fall in love with PR and master their media pitching to sky rocket their sales.
Resources and links mentioned:
Adela’s WebsiteAdela on InstaAngie's HuffPo articleSupport the show
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A developer and a marketer walk into a podcast studio...

This is a great one. Rob Broadhead and I are on our respective soapboxes about the lost art of genuine relationship building... especially as AI becomes more prevalent. Forget cold outreach and spammy tactics - we're making human connection STUPIDLY simple. I couldn't script this one if I tried - Rob brings the real talk and together we'll have you rethinking your entire outreach strategy.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
Collecting business cards is pretty much pointless. #isaidwhatisaid Rob and I rap on what really works when it comes to connecting at business events... 

RANT ALERT: I have a beef with hyper productivity and how it puts pressure on efficiency over connection. Relationships 👏 should 👏 not 👏 be 👏 efficient 👏

Check out my dramatic re-enactment of a cold DM pitch, as if we were talking in a bar (it's got some great tips on how to actually get attention if you can stop laughing long enough)...

Here's what people on the receiving end think about your copy-and-paste cold pitch...

Why making a dramatic shift in your life or business is a hell of a lot easier when you've got a great network (and how to ensure you've GOT a great network vs a collection of business cards)...Grab some headphones and let's reconnect over what really matters... listen now!

Rob's bio:

Rob Broadhead is a professional software developer in Nashville, TN and the founder of Develpreneur.com, helping developers advance in their career.

Rob received his MBA (with a concentration in e-Business) at the University of Phoenix. He also holds a BS in Computer Science from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. 

He is a single father of five staying busy watching them grow up. This occurred after losing the mother of those children and his soul mate of 18 years to cancer.

Rob usually can be found in front of a computer working on his latest project, but sometimes gets away from the desk. He is an avid fan of ballroom dancing and playing hockey in his free time. He also enjoys writing and has authored both technical books and one detailing his wife's battle with cancer.
Resources and links:
Rob’s Develpreneur siteRob's consulting siteDevelpreneur podcastRob  on YouTubeRob on FacebookRob on LinkedInSupport the show
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Diva Diaz joins us today FROM A CASTLE to talk about carving out your own path. I'm still in awe of how ranty we both got about false narratives perpetuated by all the gurus... because the energy throughout this whole convo is so calming.  Diva shared brilliant insights on how to keep moving forward through overwhelm, strong feelings, and all the fits and starts that we face.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
You don't need a new plan or the OnE SEcrEt HaCk - you need better filters. Diva and I break down what that means (and how to do it for yourself)...

What if it's NOT actually your fault the "proven formula" didn't work for you? Diva and I get good and ranty about the guru circle-jerk happening in the world of online biz... 

How to instantly become the most interesting person in the room (this one's a bit counterintuitive, but powerful)...

One thing you can do to increase sales (and it involves no funnels or tripwire offers whatsoever)...

Why I recently tried to burn my business to the ground, and how I brought myself back from the brink (can you identify?)...This one will blow your mind wide open and introduce you to all kinds of possibilities. Listen now!

Diva's bio:

Diva Diaz is a global speaker and facilitator of Access Consciousness classes and seminars that consist of a pragmatic set of tools and perspectives that allow you to change what isn't working for you. Having held several positions in economic media and business intelligence opened her view of global business and piqued a curiosity about the brilliant minds behind some of the most innovative solutions in the marketplace today. Her interest in X-Men began when she came across Access Consciousness and realized that so much of what she had thought was wrong with her, was a capacity. Learn more by visiting, https://divadiaz.com. 
Resources and links mentioned:
Diva’s WebsiteDiva  on InstaDiva on YouTubeDiva on FacebookDiva on Access ConsciousnessSuccess Champion Network Badass Business SummitSupport the show
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I don't say this lightly: this episode made me feel like I could go lift cars and kick through walls.

I sat down to chat with incredible serial entrepreneur Luis Scott about his journey from aspiring pro baseball player to having three successful multimillion dollar businesses in different niches. The best part is hearing about all the businesses that DIDN'T succeed... Luis's approach will have you rethinking your definitions of "success" and "failure". 
Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
"It makes no sense, let's give it a shot!" - how one simple phrase fueled several of Luis's business endeavors, including a multivitamin company, an online newspaper, and a company focused on increasing corn production. This one is wild...
 The real "million dollar secret" that most skeptics ignore (and it's simpler than you think, but it requires a huge mindset shift)...

Why neither Luis nor I care about competing with Tony Robbins (and how it can improve your confidence when it comes to building your business)...

One simple shift that will have you rethinking how much power you allow haters to have over you...

Why it's OK to be an insecure entrepreneur and still achieve wild success (plus a few stories from me and Luis on anxieties that held us back)...WARNING: only listen to this episode if you're looking for a serious injection of inspiration.

Luis's bio:

Luis Scott is managing partner of Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, one of the thirty fastest-growing law firms in the US. The owner and founder of 8 Figure Firm Consulting, he has helped scores of law firms find success, reaching a combined total of over $250 million in revenue and employing more than 2,500 people. He holds a law degree from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia and is an in-demand speaker on elevating and scaling businesses.
Resources and links:
Luis’s WebsiteLuis on InstaLuis on YouTubeLuis on FacebookLuis on LinkedInSupport the show
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