Amina Change Your Life

Latest Episodes:

How to Change Careers with Purpose and Intention Jul 16, 2024

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In this episode, Amina AlTai discusses how to quit your day job with a spiritual approach, offering insights on integrating spiritual principles into career transitions. She shares personal anecdotes and practical advice, emphasizing purpose, integrity, and spiritual consciousness. If you're considering a career pivot, this episode provides valuable guidance and actionable steps for a more fulfilling and authentic journey.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:05 - Enrollment for Authenticity Pays Accelerator 00:02:03 - How to Quit Your Day Job but Make It Spiritual 00:03:34 - Letting Spirit In 00:04:44 - Confront Your Fears 00:05:45 - Stop Hiding 00:11:46 - Quitting with Integrity

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Brittany Driscoll on Strategies for Creating a Brand That Connects and Converts Jul 09, 2024

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Brittany Driscoll is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Squeeze, a way better massage experience from the founders of Drybar. Brittany spent four years running marketing for Drybar where she helped take the company from $30M to more than $100M, and prior to that Brittany spent over a decade in marketing and advertising. Her passion for supporting women in business and her remarkable journey as a cancer survivor and wellness advocate make her a true inspiration. Brittany's commitment to creating purpose-driven businesses and empowering entrepreneurs through franchising reflects her dedication to ethical wealth building. With her insights into crafting unforgettable brands and building businesses with genuine impact, Brittany's expertise is sure to provide valuable perspectives for entrepreneurs and female founders.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:07:10 - Creating Emotional Relationships with Brands 00:10:25 - Prioritizing Employee Experience 00:13:53 - Vision for Community Transformation 00:21:34 - Learning from Hard Moments 00:24:43 - The Benefits of Franchising

Connect with Brittany Driscoll

Instagram: @brit_driscoll

Instagram: @squeeze

Website: squeezemassage.com

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Rebuilding Workplace Trust for Leadership Success with Minda Harts Jul 02, 2024

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Minda Harts is an influential author and speaker known for her bestsellers "The Memo" and "Right Within," along with the YA book "You Are More Than Magic." She is a respected voice in advocating for women of color, self-advocacy, and rebuilding trust in the workplace. Minda's impact extends to major conferences and companies, including Nike, Zoom, Best Buy, Google, and the Aspen Ideas Festival. As an NYU assistant professor and founder of the Memo LLC, she actively shapes future leaders and empowers professionals. Her expertise has been honored by LinkedIn as the top voice for equity in the workplace in 2020 and by Business Insider as one of the top 100 people transforming businesses in 2022. Currently, Minda is dedicated to her new book, delving into the essential topic of rebuilding trust in the workplace.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:08:25 - Healing from Workplace Trauma

*Please note, Amina mentions Kenneth Jones, but she meant Keith Jones

00:13:33 - Embracing Freedom in the Workplace

00:18:58 - Tactics for Building Trust

00:29:43 - Removing Barriers and Creating a Supportive Environment

Connect with Minda Harts

Instagram: @mindaharts

X: @mindaharts

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mindaharts

Website Mindaharts.com

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

How to Heal Your Relationship With Money and Build Wealth with Kate Northrup Jun 25, 2024

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Kate Northrup, an accomplished entrepreneur and best-selling author, is renowned for her expertise in financial healing and empowerment. Her influential books, including Money A Love Story and Do Less, coupled with her top-ranking podcast, Plenty, underscore her dedication to transforming mindsets and improving financial well-being. Featured in publications such as the New York Times, Oprah Daily, and Harvard Business Review, Kate's insights and practical strategies have garnered widespread recognition. With a pragmatic approach on holistic wealth-building, Kate Northrup has emerged as a trusted authority in the realm of financial literacy, resonating with a diverse audience seeking to enhance their relationship with money.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:08:37 - The Journey to Money Consciousness

00:15:37 - Debt and Nervous System Connection

00:20:56 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Investing

00:26:10 - Aligning Work with Menstrual Cycle

Connect with Kate Northrup

Website: katenorthrup.com

Facebook: facebook.com/katenorthrupcommunity

Instagram: @katenorthrup

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

How to Use Empathy to Lead, Influence, and Innovate with Michael Ventura Jun 18, 2024

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Michael Ventura is an accomplished leader, practitioner, and educator. As the founder of strategy and design consultancy Sub Rosa, he advised influential organizations from the ACLU, Goldman Sachs, Google, Microsoft, and Nike to well-respected institutions such as The United Nations and the Obama-Biden Administration. Alongside this work, Michael serves as faculty at the Esalen Institute and in private practice working with individuals seeking personal development and mentorship. His book, Applied Empathy (Simon & Schuster 2018) explores the intersectionality of these two worlds (business and personal development) through the practice of empathy for the self, and for others. Michael is a leading voice in fostering empathy within organizations and is dedicated to enhancing team performance and organizational culture through the power of empathy. And in this episode, we explore exactly how to do that.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:04:55 - The Beginnings of Empathy Work

00:10:37 - The Power of Thoughtful Questions

00:15:39 - Teaching Empathy in Unexpected Places

00:22:03 - Building Trust through Empathy

00:25:16 - Pursuing Multiple Passions

Connect with Michael Ventura

Website: consolidatedeggs.com

Website: michaelventura.co

Instagram: @themichaelventura

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/mvmvmv

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Quick Strategies to Recover From a Bad Day Jun 11, 2024

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We all have rough days—it's part of being human. In this episode Amina gives us a simple and practical bad day toolkit we can use anytime and anywhere. Learn how movement, breath work, and journaling can keep you grounded and strong, no matter what life throws your way.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:03:00 - Move Your Body

00:03:56 - The Wreck and the Cleanup

00:05:06 - Engaging in the Power of Now

00:06:07 - Not Overly Attaching or Identifying

00:08:12 - Crowd Out the Bad with the Good

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Insider Insights Into Building a Digital Media Career with Amy Emmerich Jun 04, 2024

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Amy Emmerich, a seasoned C-suite visionary media executive with a remarkable portfolio of Emmy award-winning original content, is a powerhouse in the media industry. Formerly serving as the CEO for the Miss Universe organization and the global President and Chief Content Officer at Refinery 29, Amy has a proven track record of inspiring real change and driving engaging conversations. Her passion for igniting culturally significant discussions and delivering tangible results through innovative programming makes her a driving force in media innovation and transformation. With a keen eye for empowering individuals navigating the digital media landscape.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:02:24 - Career Journey

00:08:08 - Paving the Way in Media

00:13:02 - Seeding Important Information into Content

00:19:19 - The Fiscal Cliff and Self-Worth

00:23:22 - The State of Digital Media

Connect with Amy Emmerich

Website: amyemmerich.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amyemmerich

Instagram: @amyemmerich

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

The Importance of a Trauma-Informed Workplace with Brittany Martin May 28, 2024

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Throughout her career, Brittany has leveraged integrity and radical candor to empower businesses and clients to unlock their full potential. As the President of Hello Seven, she has been a vital contributor to the company's growth; catapulting the business from seven to eight figures. And she's just getting started.

In her time with Hello Seven, Brittany has been instrumental to the launch of the Hello Seven Foundation and programs such as Glow Up, the Hello Seven Coach Certification, We Should All Be Millionaires: The Club, and Six Figure Side Hustle, expanding business operations and earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 for fastest growing companies for three consecutive years. We talk about growth, team leadership, vision, and creating cultures that can thrive.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:06:40 - Advocacy and Allyship

00:09:48 - Meeting Rachel Rodgers

00:14:42 - Healthy Conflict and Challenger Safety

00:19:07 - Supporting Positive Change Through Business

00:25:01 - Self-Reflection as a Leader

00:31:58 - Recognizing Tools of Oppression

Connect with Brittany Martin

Website: helloseven.co

Instagram: @brittalynnmartin

Instagram: @hello7co

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Audience-First Marketing: Build Strategies That Truly Convert with Kiki Von Glinow May 21, 2024

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Kiki Von Glinow is the founder of Toast Media Group, sharing with us a decade of experience at the intersection of editorial and data. With a background as a journalist and the former Head of Growth at the Huffington Post, Kiki is known for her expertise in marrying data and storytelling. Her agency serves startups, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies, including clients like Bodily Scene, Mindbody Green, and Domino magazine. Kiki's approach centers on cultivating engaged audiences and unique communities, emphasizing the impact and value of marketing strategies. In this episode, we explored mission-driven marketing, community building, purposeful storytelling, and data-driven approaches to growing your engagement.

The key moments in this episode are: 00:06:13 - Referrals and Advocacy in Marketing 00:14:33 - Navigating Trends in Marketing 00:16:31 - Quality Over Quantity in Content Creation 00:19:07 - Platform Changes and Content Strategy 00:24:44 - 2024 Marketing Imperatives 00:27:01 - Balancing Automation and Personalization

Connect with Kiki Von Glinow

Website: toastmediagroup.com

Instagram: @kikivonglinow

Instagram: @toastmediagroup

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

How to Move Ahead When Things Feel Stuck May 14, 2024

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In this episode, Amina shares her journey of overcoming feeling stuck and offers insights on how to move ahead when you feel like you've tried everything.

Maybe you feel:

Stuck in your job. You've been hoping for a promotion of that something will shift but it'sjust more of the same.
Stuck In your business. Like you're doing ALL The activities but the clients just wont come.
Stuck with your money and like you've openend all the portals but nothing is coming through
Stuck in your relationship. You've done all the self work but the relationship feels exactly the same
Stuck In your body. Like you're trying all the things to help your human home feel good, but nothing seems to shift.

This episode takes you through six ideas on how to get out of your freeze state and into flow.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:05 - Understanding Stuckness

00:01:03 - Navigating Stuckness

00:04:48 - Strategies for Moving Forward

00:09:53 - Finding Comfort in Change

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

LinkedIn: linkedin/in/aminaaltai