Lead with Love: Creativity, Business & Life with Jadah Sellner

"Growing an Anti-Hustle Business Takes Practice" - 202 Jan 10, 2024

What do you need to sustain you? In today’s Lead with Love episode, we explore vulnerability, sustainability, and how building an anti-hustle business takes practice. We also talk about the value of prioritizing in-person connections to build your community even if you have a full schedule.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with Nikki Groom who is on a mission to help rising women leaders recognize their worthiness, own their power, and amplify their impact - without checking their integrity at the door.

Nikki is the author of A Power of Your Own: How to Ignite Your Potential, Uncover Your Purpose, and Blaze Your Own Trail in Life and Business. She’s also a business, brand and marketing strategist, the creator of the Movement Makers Mastermind, the host of the Movement Makers podcast (which I’ve had the honor of being on as a guest - I’ll link to it in the show notes at jadahsellner.com/podcast), and the Founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, and acts as an adviser for social entrepreneurs and enterprises.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How you can prioritize making in-person connections to build your community even with a full schedule

:: Thoughts on the vulnerability and what it takes to truly let people into your life

:: A closer look at Chapter 5, Reclaiming Your Time and Energy, and how Nikki implemented these strategies and concepts into her own business

:: What Nikki is being mindful of right now and how she is putting herself in the center of what Leading with Love means to her [34:19]

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/podcast

I’m excited to celebrate She Builds has been out in the wild for over a year! This book is the perfect companion to guide you into the New Year and carve out time and space to think, dream, and clarify your next-level vision. You can grab your copy at shebuilds.com, your favorite bookstore, or your local library. And if you’re an Audible listener like me, head over to shebuilds.com/audible. And if the book inspired you, leave a review at shebuilds.com/review to spread the love.

And if you’re an Audible listener like me, head over to shebuilds.com/audible. Take 5 minutes to leave a review at shebuilds.com/review to inspire others to build an anti-hustle business and life.

"Defining “Enough” and Reflecting on She Builds’ First Year" - 201 Dec 20, 2023

This week, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes peak of my book being out in the world for one year. In this Lead with Love podcast episode, you’ll hear a fun conversation with one of my closest friends Nikki Elledge Brown where I share the lessons I learned and what “enough” really means to me.

Nikki is a mom of three known online for her practical teaching style and refreshingly honest reflections on the realities of parenthood and entrepreneurship. She's a speaker, teacher, author, and mentor who quickly built a name (+ highly profitable business) for herself by helping service-based business owners communicate with clarity and confidence through her first online program, A Course About Copy®.

Nikki launched the Naptime Empires® podcast (soon to be book!) for entrepreneurial moms chasing big dreams and tiny humans. You can find her most recent musings in her audio-note-style On Her Terms podcast or over at nikkielledgebrown.com

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How a co-working session with Nikki led to the recording of this episode and the intention we both have by sharing my book lessons and reflections

:: A few of the highlights from my first year of being a solo published author and how my goals and pace with this book differ from those of other authors :: The feedback I’m getting on what has resonated the most with people who read She Builds

:: What I have done to establish a sustainable pace when bringing She Builds to the world and a closer look at my quarterly planning process that I share in the book

:: A sneak peek at what’s on the horizon for me in 2024 and how I plan to grow the She Builds Collective, all while ensuring it remains a cozy and intimate space for everyone who joins

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_201

Grab a copy of She Builds: shebuilds.com or shebuilds.com/audible

Learn more about The Collective: jadahsellner.com/collective

"Allow Yourself To Rest, Not Quit" - 200 Dec 13, 2023

If you’ve felt overcommitted and struggled with procrastination and perfectionism, then this episode is for you. You’ll be reminded of why it’s important to say no, so you have the space to rest. You’ll also learn tips for identifying the warning signs of when things around you start to become frenetic, to avoid chaos and stress.

In today’s Lead with Love conversation, I get cozy with Michelle Courtney Berry who is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, wellness coach, workplace trainer, keynote speaker, outdoor fitness leader, and author of Keeping Calm in Chaos. She helps busy, overtasked visionary leaders mindfully de-stress so they can truly enjoy success. www.michellecourtneyberry.com

She has also opened for and shared stages with Dr. Maya Angelou, Howard Zinn, Mos Def, Amiri Baraka, and The Dalai Lama.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The key lessons and takeaways that Michelle captured as a beta reader of my book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life

:: How the She Builds Revenue Map really helped her stay on course with her work (and how you can implement this exercise, too)

:: Why so many of us often overcomplicate and/or overcommit to things, and why it’s perfectly ok to say ‘no’

:: Why it’s important to allow ourselves to rest, not quit

:: Tips for identifying the warning signs of when things around you start to become frenetic, to avoid chaos and stress

:: Michelle’s experiences sharing the stage with icons (including Maya Angelou!) and the ways that doing this grew her bravery and belief in herself

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/podcast

My book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life is the perfect companion to guide you into the New Year and carve out time and space to think, dream, and clarify your next-level vision. You can grab your copy at shebuilds.com where I link to all of your favorite booksellers. And if you’re an Audible listener like me, head over to shebuilds.com/audible. And if the book inspired you, leave a review to spread the love.

“The Push & Pull of Loving What You Do” - 199 Dec 06, 2023

If you’ve ever found yourself juggling motherhood as an entrepreneur, you’ll feel less alone in today’s conversation. I talk to published author and life coach, Andrea Owen, who shares her own journey of what it has looked like to balance being a parent, building a business, and writing books. We explore the push and pull between loving what you do while also navigating being a caregiver in your home.

Andrea Owen is an author, global speaker, and professional certified life coach who helps high-achieving women maximize unshakeable confidence, and master resilience. She has taught hundreds of thousands of women tools and strategies to be able to empower themselves to live their most kick-ass life. She’s a Certified Daring Way™️ Facilitator; a modality based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, and she’s also the host of Make Some Noise podcast, with over 3 million downloads. I had an opportunity to be a guest on her show.

She is the proud author of three books, which have been translated into 18 languages and available in 22 countries. Andrea is the proud author of three books, which have been translated into 18 languages and are available in 22 countries. She updated and revised her book, How to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Andrea learned that she needed to lead with intentional kindness, and what this meant to her

:: The behind-the-scenes timeline of a seasoned entrepreneur, and the way Andrea transitioned to be more of an “official” coach while also juggling motherhood

:: A goal-setting process and the markers that you can use to gauge your progress as an entrepreneur (especially if you’re a caregiver at home)

:: A closer look at how Andrea managed childcare at the beginning while building her business

:: Andrea shares her book writing process and the different promotion approaches she used for all three of her books

:: A recent health diagnosis that Andrea has received and how this has impacted the way she shows up in her work

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/podcast

"It's Not Just Your Business, It's Your Life" - 198 Dec 14, 2022

Have you ever been at a crossroads in your business where you wondered, should I stick it out or is it time to move on? Maybe you’re in that place right now and you’re afraid to share it with anyone because they might see you as a failure.

And in those seasons, you have to ask yourself, “what do I ultimately want from my life?” That’s exactly what we’ll explore today––what it looks like to get still, step back, and get honest with yourself, so you can create something that 100% feels aligned with your soul.

Today I’m talking with Carol Gavhane, Chief Sparkler of Sparkle Hustle Grow, an award-winning subscription box and online community for female entrepreneurs that has included books delivered to your doorstep from New York Times Bestselling authors such as Jen Sincero, Shonda Rhimes, and Jenna Kutcher.

Carol was an early Beta Reader for She Builds, and She Builds is being featured in Sparkle Hustle Grow’s January 2023 box. The theme, “Build It Your Way,” is perfect to kick off the New Year and carve out time and space to think, dream, and clarify your next-level vision.

You can learn more and subscribe to Carol’s award-winning boxes at sparklehustlegrow.com. Use the code JADAH for 50% off your first month of a new subscription, available through 1/31/2023.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: An eye-opening realization Carol made about where her energy was going and how she knew that a shift was needed

:: The way that Carol’s very personal experiences led her to another business that gives others hope and strength

:: How the perspective she approached this new business with different from that of her first business

:: The role that She Builds played in aiding her with the discussions she was having with her husband around that time

:: The specific practices from She Builds that Carol has implemented including a Weekly Workflow Plan and how this has helped her as she builds a new business

:: What your “Enough Number” is all about, and how you can apply it to your own life and personal definition of success

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_198

Grab a copy of my book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life (or gift it to a friend) at shebuilds.com. And if you’re an Audible listener like me, head over to shebuilds.com/audible. Once you read it, leave a review. It’s the most helpful thing you can do to inspire more people to build their businesses without burnout.

"How to Write a Must-Read Book that Changes Lives" - 197 Dec 07, 2022

I’ve been sharing a lot of behind-the-scenes of what it takes to write, publish, and promote a book. But one thing that often gets overlooked in the writing process is editing. I like this quote from Mike Lee where he says, “The first draft reveals the art; revision reveals the artist.”

Today, I get cozy with editor and publishing strategist AJ Harper. In this episode, we talk about how authors can find their voice, write books based on the change you want to see in the world, and why it's important not to give up in the dip when marketing your book.

AJ Harper helps authors write transformational books that enable them to build readership, grow their brand, and make a significant impact on the world. As ghostwriter and as developmental editor, she has worked with hundreds of authors, from newbies to New York Times bestselling authors with millions of books sold. AJ teaches her method in Top Three Book Workshop and the Must-Read Editing Workshop at https://ajharper.com.

I personally had an opportunity to participate in one of AJ’s editing retreats and it was amazing! She is the Head Writing Coach for Heroic Public Speaking, the premier speaker training program created by Michael and Amy Port. She is writing partner to business author, Mike Michalowicz. Together they’ve written nine books, including Profit First.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: Defining what “career authorship” is all about

:: Why it’s important to keep your writing close until you are ready and the time is right to share it with others

:: AJ’s expert tips for choosing an editor that is right for you and what you need to consider with this decision

:: How gaining clarity in your book and editing process will allow you to stand up for your book with conviction

:: Her own experience as a ghostwriter and co-writer, and how that compares to now writing her very own book and the pressures that come with doing this

:: Why identifying your core message is essential in book writing, and what AJ’s core message was in her own book

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_197

Buy yourself a copy of my book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life (or gift it to a friend) at shebuilds.com. And if you’re an Audible listener like me, head over to shebuilds.com/audible. Once you read it, leave a review. It’s the most helpful thing you can do to inspire more people to build their businesses without burnout.

"Book Celebrations and ‘Confidence Cooties’ with My BFF" - 196 Nov 30, 2022

In this episode of the Lead with Love Podcast, I’m celebrating my new book, She Builds, which is available on bookshelves and wherever you purchase books online. You can grab a copy at shebuilds.com. In this conversation, I get cozy with my BFF, Nikki Elledge Brown, who has been with me throughout the entire book-writing process.

Nikki Elledge Brown is a self-proclaimed word nerd, military spouse, former park ranger, college professor, and mom of three known online for her quirky-yet-super-practical teaching style and refreshingly honest reflections on the realities of parenthood and entrepreneurship. Nikki launched the Naptime Empires® podcast (soon to be book!) to help family-focused entrepreneurs feel less alone in the journey.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: How it really feels for me now in this moment having my new book in my hands, and the ways in which this experience is so much different than with my previous book

:: The big takeaways I’ve gotten during this launch process and what I decided to put my focus on right now as the book is released to the world :: How I’ve been able to separate the book as a creative work from me as a person :: The ways that I learned to embrace the power of honoring my truth for what ultimately appeared in the final print :: A look at the audio book recording process and what I did to take care of my body and manage my energy during this project

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_196

"Building Dreams Through Conversations, Community, and Laughter" - 195 Nov 23, 2022

We’re in a season where transparency, critical conversations, and deepening connections matter more than ever as we navigate these uncharted waters of collective burnout. Anti-hustle is the antidote to burnout. So we also need more lightness and laughter to not take ourselves too seriously. And I can think of no one more perfect than my close friend, Tamika Lewis to explore these topics.

Tamika Lewis, LCSW is the founder and Clinical Director of Womxn of Color Therapy Inc., a mental health and wellness center that supports teens and womxn of color in Los Angeles, California. She specializes in women's issues and emphasizes the importance of decolonizing traditional approaches to psychotherapy. Her company offers individual therapy, energy healing, self-care workshops, and massage.

Tamika is also a contributor to many publications, including Thrive Global, Washington Post, and Prevention Magazine. She is currently working on her book Tiny Moves: Defining Moments that Change Us. Tamika enjoys collaborating with other health and wellness practitioners and speaking on topics relating to women, relationships, and tools for personal success. To learn more about Tamika’s work, visit Woctherapy.com.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why it’s important as a leader to focus on transparency and intimate conversations to bring people closer (especially if you have a team)

:: A look back at the mastermind that we had together and the impact that it had on the both of us for building our dreams

:: What it looks like to shift from doing your day-to-day work to being a visionary for your company

:: The essential things that women of color who are exploring clinical and therapeutic support should look for

:: A magical story about Tamika’s daughter manifesting her dreams (with a celebrity singer we both admire) that demonstrates the power in appreciating the work that others do

:: Tamika’s advice for others building a business and pursuing their dreams, and the way that she is returning to the essence of who she is through nature and regular practices

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_195

She Builds is the #1 New Release in the Startups category on Amazon. My book is also in the top 5 for starting a business, women and business, and entrepreneurship. If you haven’t grabbed your copy yet, or you’d like to gift one to a friend for the holidays, visit shebuilds.com or shebuilds.com/audible if you like to listen to books.

If you’ve read through the book as your cozy holiday companion, would you take 5 minutes to leave a review shebuilds.com/review. Your support means the world to me.

"Surprising Book Publishing Insights From My Literary Agent " - 194 Nov 18, 2022

Have you ever thought about writing a book? During my sold-out book release party with my dear friend and client Grace Kraaijvanger, founder of The Hivery, she asked the room, “How many people want to write a book?” 75% of the people in the room raised their hands.

If you want insight into how the publishing process works, you’re in for a treat because today I talk to my literary agent, David Fugate, who shares advice about what it takes to publish a book.

David Fugate is the President & Founder of LaunchBooks Literary Agency at launchbooks.com. He has represented a wide range of bestselling fiction and nonfiction projects that have generated in excess of $50 Million for their authors, including Andy Weir, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Martian, which was turned into the Golden Globe winning film starring Matt Damon and directed by Ridley Scott, Artemis, and Project Hail Mary, currently in development to become a film starring Ryan Gosling.

He also represents authors Chris Guillebeau, author of the New York Times bestselling The $100 Startup, Side Hustle, and The Happiness of Pursuit; Vanessa Van Edwards, author of the Wall Street Journal bestsellers Captivate and Cues; Megan Devine, author of the 300,000+ copy selling It’s Ok That You’re Not Ok; Jadah Sellner (that’s me!), author of She Builds with Harper Business, and many others.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What David sees as being the most challenging parts of the book publishing process for authors launching a book

:: The key characteristics an author needs to manage the book writing journey successfully

:: How the clientele he represents has evolved over the years, and why he says that he doesn’t necessarily follow trends

:: His best advice for someone thinking about publishing a book

:: Tips and strategies for the launch phase of getting a book out into the world

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/194

My new book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life is available now! Grab your copy here: shebuilds.com

"How to Say NO to Create More Space in Your Life" - 193 Nov 09, 2022

Do you have competing priorities and responsibilities? If you have a long list of ideas, and a never-ending to-do list that seems like you never have enough time to do them, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In today's conversation, I get cozy with my friend and client Meggan Hill.

Meggan Hill is the Executive Chef and CEO of Culinary Hill, a popular digital publication in the food space at culinaryhill.com. She loves to combine her Midwestern food memories with her culinary school education to create her own delicious take on modern family fare. Millions of readers visit Culinary Hill each month for recipes, entertaining, and skills and tricks in the kitchen.

Meggan juggles managing a team of 7 alongside her home responsibilities of raising 3 young children. I became Meggan’s business coach in 2017, and we still work together today.

In this episode, we talk about intentional tradeoffs and how to decide when is the right time to work on a project or when to say, “no.” We also explore what happens when you get stuck and what to do when the way you’re doing things just sucks the joy out of your day.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why Meggan said no to a big opportunity and the fears that came up

:: How Meggan has been building the practice of saying no (including an example of how you can do it too)

:: How to get past feelings of stagnation with work

:: The key shifts Meggan made to go from a 6-figure to a 7-figure blog, plus what had to be in place first to provide a foundation for this growth

:: Tips and strategies for building out a team and receiving the support you need

:: What “intentional trade-offs” are all about, the questions you can ask to determine what yours should be

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/193

I walk you through my 5-step process on how to create your own Quarterly Plan in chapter 8 of my book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life. You can get a copy of my book at shebuilds.com or download straight from Audible at shebuilds.com/audible.

"Radically Shifting The Way We Approach Goal Setting" - 192 Nov 02, 2022

How do you build a more intentional relationship with work in a way that honors your values, neurology, strengths, and interests? If you're wanting to incorporate more purpose and meaning into the way you approach work, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this conversation, I get cozy with Tara McMullin and we talk about redefining how we approach goal-setting, achievement, and productivity.

Tara is a writer, podcaster, producer, and co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique podcast production company. For over 13 years, she’s studied small business owners—how they live, how they work, what influences them, and what they hope for the future–– she shares her findings on her podcast What Works. Tara has been featured in Fast Company, The Startup, The Muse, and The Huffington Post.

She’s also the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting.

Are you ready to join the Anti-Hustle movement? Preorder my new book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life at shebuilds.com.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The way that self-assessment helped Tara find her new strengths that she is carrying forward on her journey

:: What it looks like to face resistance when pivoting

:: Tara’s tips on scheduling, time management and setting parameters for energy management

:: Why we need to change the way we approach goal setting

:: What the process of shifting from achievement-based satisfaction to self-satisfaction looks like

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/192

“Self-Devotion: A Practice to Fully Live” - 191 Oct 26, 2022

If you’ve ever felt exhausted and felt a call to slow down and simplify your life and business, this episode is for you. I’m talking with one of my closest friends, Michelle Long.

Michelle Long is the founder of The Practice® for Women, a business that supports women as they step more into their truth and claim the life they desire. Michelle has been a teacher of feminine spirituality, yoga, and women’s leadership since 2002

In this episode, we talk about listening to your inner truth, paying attention to your body’s signals, letting go of physical spaces (home and business), and building a sisterhood of support.

I also feature Michelle in chapter 2 of my book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life which is available for pre-order.

Head over to shebuilds.com to claim your bonuses, so you can start your year with more intention, clarity and focus. She Builds will officially be available on November 15, 2022 at your favorite bookstores.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How true friendship has changed Michelle and helped her grow in the journey of sisterhood and support :: The way she put love into practice with her business through a commitment to self-devotion

:: What Michelle did to connect and reconnect with her inner voice, and the role that this plays for her in leading with love

:: Why we often don’t we listen to the voice that is screaming at us to make changes in our lives

:: Specific practices that Michelle put into place that really helped her in her multiple-year journey to start over and rebuild herself and her business

:: How rebuilding simply, and slowly, was key

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/_191

“Writing She Builds: From Concept to Completion” - 190 Oct 19, 2022

Welcome to season 5 of the Lead with Love Podcast. In this episode, I am super excited to share another behind-the-scenes conversation on my book-writing process with my dear friend and personal book coach Azul Terronez.

Azul is the host of the top writing podcast Authors Who Lead™ and helps entrepreneurs and leaders write and publish books that people love. His coaching program, Authors Who Lead, is built around the idea that creating books is about building the conversation that you want to own. Azul is a fascinating storyteller, phenomenal friend, and coach with a teacher's heart. He has his own TEDx talk “What Makes a Good Teacher Great” which has been viewed over 3 million times.

In this episode, we explore the evolution of how I wrote my newest book, She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life.

If you've ever wanted to peek behind the curtains of what it's like to publish a book from concept to completion (finding your idea to actually getting it out into the world), then you will love today's conversation.

She Builds is available for pre-order now. Head over to shebuilds.com to claim your bonuses, so you can start your year with clarity and focus. She Builds will officially be available on November 15, 2022, at your favorite booksellers. \

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The biggest lessons I learned from writing my new book and how this process has shifted the way that I see myself

:: One of the biggest challenges I faced when writing my latest book, She Builds

:: Thoughts on pushing back on editing changes from a publisher, and why it’s okay to stand up for yourself and your messag

:: Who She Builds was written for and why Azul believes so strongly in getting clear with who you are writing for

:: Our best advice for any aspiring authors who want to write a book

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/190

Preorder your copy of She Builds now at shebuilds.com.

“How Faith Brings the Results You Desire” - 189 Dec 15, 2021

In this episode of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with my friend Rachel Luna.

In this conversation, we talk about our books, taking confident action, and giving ourselves the permission to offend in pursuit of our truth, freedom, and going after our dreams.

We also cover what it means to care for our bodies, move through grief, and how to balance healing, motherhood and business.

Rachel is an international speaker, Certified Master Neuroscience & Life Coach to 7 + 8-figure earning entrepreneurs and host of the popular podcast, Permission to Offend which has listeners in over 90 countries around the world.

Rachel is a former U.S. Marine, so she’s fierce and compassionate and will call you out and in to make true transformation in your life. And she was named by Forbes as one of “The 11 Most Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs To Follow On Instagram.”

Rachel guides people on how to manifest their desires in just 5 minutes a day through her Faith Activated Journaling Experience and hosts a live event called Confidence Activated.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How to empower your team as an act of “love” and why micromanaging hinders motivated teams

:: A look at Rachel’s journaling practice to cultivate a relationship with herself, and her perspective on self-love:: How to start journaling as a powerful tool to clarify what you really want in life and business

:: How Rachel ran her business as a mother, all while healing as a cancer survivor

:: The reasons that you must be willing to offend if you too are in pursuit of your own truth and freedom

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/189

“Living Life and Doing Business on HER Terms with Nikki Elledge Brown” - 188 Dec 08, 2021

Are you someone who thinks out loud and needs someone to bounce ideas with? If you want a behind the scenes peek on how I do that with my own business BFF, where we cover book writing, mindset, fear, and friendship, then this episode is for you. You’ll also learn what it means to live life and do business on your terms.

In this episode of the Lead with Love podcast, you’ll get to hear a fun conversation with one of my closest friends Nikki Elledge Brown.

Nikki is a mom of three known online for her practical teaching style and refreshingly honest reflections on the realities of parenthood and entrepreneurship. She's a speaker, teacher, author, and mentor who quickly built a name (+ highly profitable business) for herself by helping service-based business owners communicate with clarity and confidence through her first online program, A Course About Copy®.

Nikki's been featured on NBC News, military.com, and a reality TV episode on Discovery Channel that led to a surprise cameo on Orange is the New Black. She's also known as the online park ranger at Pearl Harbor, welcoming millions of visitors to the USS Arizona Memorial since 2010.

Nikki launched the Naptime Empires® podcast (soon to be book!) to help family-focused entrepreneurs feel less alone in the journey. Her mission is to help high-achieving women avoid burnout so they can lead for the long haul and ENJOY the success. For more tips and inspiration follow Nikki on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown, nikkielledgebrown.com and via her podcast at naptimeempires.com.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Nikki defines “verbal processing” and why it’s so important to have someone that you can do this with

:: How Nikki is now balancing writing a book along with life and being the mother of three (including a toddler at home)

:: Communicating expectations with family and how to maintain stamina when writing a book

:: Reflections of our “sQuad trips”and what we’ve been able to build together over the years of friendship

:: Our relationships with the Internet and social media (including Elizabeth Gilbert’s perspective), and how we both view re-emergence and visibility as we head into a new year

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/188

“Balancing Your Big Energy into Focused Action” - 187 Dec 01, 2021

Do you have that rock solid someone who supports you through hard emotional decisions or when you’re putting big meaningful work out into the world? In this episode of the Lead with Love podcast, you’ll learn one of my secret weapons for birthing big ideas without exhaustion, overwhelm or burnout.

In this conversation, I get cozy with my dear friend and personal life coach of over 5 years Rebecca McLoughlin.

Rebecca helps ambitious women hone and balance their “big energy” into focused action and feminine flow. As a Certified Life Coach with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, Rebecca is able to support clients in doing the deep inner work needed to gain insight and free themselves from patterns of procrastination, self sabotage and burn out.

Rebecca’s been in my corner both personally and professionally for over 5 years. She was a big catalyst of support in 2016 when I was exiting my company Simple Green Smoothies. She’s helped me move forward with numerous big ideas, including my published book coming out in 2022.

In this episode, we talk about the behind the scenes process of how Rebecca has supported me in bringing my book forward as I bring it to the finish line.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What “big energy” means to Rebecca and how that translates into business practices

:: The ways that she was able to help me change directions when it came to the workflow for writing my latest book

:: Tips for fighting resistance you may be facing on your project, and how to break the cycle of guilt

:: The power of retreat and the necessary time with yourself to combat overwhelm

:: When to show up for your deadline, and when it’s ok to allow it to expand

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/187

“A New Way of Approaching Anxiety” - 186 Nov 24, 2021

Have you noticed anxious feelings and thoughts creeping in more and more into your life? If you could use some real talk about handling stress in your family, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my right hand of over 5 years, Michele. Before jumping into business and strategy on our team meeting calls, Michele and I take about 15 minutes to connect and share what’s going on in our lives on a personal level. I believe business is personal and when we bring our whole selves to work, we’re that much more productive when we’re able to connect on a human level.

Over the years, we’ve talked about our daughters and the challenges and joys in raising them. So in this episode, we’re letting you in on one of our conversations. We talk about anxious feelings that we’ve experienced in raising our daughters and various ways and tools that we find useful in helping them navigate the uncertainty of being a teen in our current world. Also, how we can use these same tools in our own lives and businesses to turn down the volume on stress.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What anxiety is and how it impacts our kids, specifically around their schooling

:: How we can begin to minimize anxious thoughts and worry

:: Questions to ask yourself or your team, and ways to begin building a “play menu”

:: Tools and tips to help cope with anxiety, stress and overwhelm

:: Some of the best strategies for dealing with fear and uncertainty that I’ve used with my child and also my clients

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/186

“#BTS: Behind the scenes of my next book part 3” - 185 Nov 17, 2021

Are you curious about all the things that go into writing a book and pouring your heart onto the page?

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend and personal book coach, Azul Terronez, host of the top writing podcast Authors Who Lead™. We’re having another behind-the-scenes conversation about my book writing process (and Azuls’ process too). You can listen to part one of our conversation here at jadahsellner.com/156 and part two at jadahsellner.com/179 to get caught up.

Azul helps authors, entrepreneurs and leaders write and publish books that people love, so they can reach more people, grow their brand, and share their message in an authentic way. He’s been called a book whisperer.

Azul walks his talk because his TEDx talk “What Makes a Good Teacher Great” has been viewed over 2.7 million times. Azul’s clients have included Wall Street Bestseller, Pat Flynn from the Smart Passive Income Podcast, Jadah Sellner co-founder Simple Green Smoothies (that’s me!) and Dana Malstaff the founder of Boss-mom.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Azul’s journey of writing a book and coming up with the BE W.I.L.D. framework

:: Why it’s key to give yourself the time and space to allow the pages of your writing to rest and breathe

:: Azul’s tips for finding the right core message to teach the reader of your book

:: Why we write as if we’re proving something to someone and learning a different way to approach writing a book

:: What is really holding authors and would be authors back from writing a great book that impacts others

:: The single biggest mistake the Azul sees authors making today

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/185

“A Conversation on Heart Projects, Rest, and Play” - 184 Nov 10, 2021

Welcome to Season 4 of the Lead with Love podcast. In this episode I get cozy with my right hand of over 5 years, Michele. I share an update on my book writing process, my inner rebel, and how I deal with resistance. We also talk about productivity and why it’s okay to watch shows and still have time for meaningful work. We also explore where we are right now in the world, in our bodies and in our minds, and all the various shifts and uncertainties we’re still facing today.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How I define a “heart project”, and what I’ve done to further the book writing process

:: The resistance I felt with writing this past September and what happened when I stepped back to gain perspective of it

:: The importance of having a coach or mentor in your corner,

:: The ways you’ll know if it’s time to keep pushing or to step back and play more

:: My own practices for creating a “play menu” to feel liberated during this season of life

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/184

“Balance Your Ambition with Deep Rest, Play & Stillness” -183 Dec 23, 2020

When we have big visions, dreams and plans, and we’ve put a lot of effort and energy into them, what do we do when the unexpected happens? How do we create that space to replenish ourselves? If you find yourself feeling unsettled, disorganized, and on edge, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you. Today I’ll share how to balance your ambition with deep rest, play and stillness.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What I’ve noticed in myself, and clients, when it comes to setting priorities

:: Why we all need to “hibernate” - plus the ways that I do it

:: What to do before you start planning for the future

:: How I let go of the grief and guilt of not getting certain things done this year

:: Tips and strategies for balancing our ambition with the true capacity of what we can handle

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at http://jadahsellner.com/balance-your-ambition-jadahsellner-183

“Follow Your Bliss” with George Brian Sellner - 182 Dec 16, 2020

Do you ever want a sneak peek behind how couples navigate entrepreneurship, long-term partnership, and making big life decisions? If you want to find the inspiration to follow your bliss without destroying your most important relationships in the process, this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with my husband, George Brian Sellner. We've been married for 15 years and explore a wide range of topics. From the highs and lows of starting and closing businesses, how we made it through hard times, and some simple practices we do to stay connected to each other and our personal dreams.

George is a husband, father, teaching artist and entrepreneur. He has spent a majority of his life in the performing arts as a touring actor, musician, performer and educator. He founded One Heart Music, a rock and roll family music class, and for the past 7 years has helped over 1,000 families fall in love with the magic of making music together in a community. He’s recorded three children’s music albums which you can find on Spotify or at oneheartmusic.org. George is a certified coach under Brian Johnson's Optimize program, and he’s committed to optimal living and helping others create a flourishing life.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The story of how we met, and how he says it was “love at first sight”

:: The ways that George leads with love by following his inner voice

:: What living in Hawaii and starting our first business together looked like, plus the key lessons this experience taught us

:: How One Heart Music was born, why we made the decision to close down our learning center and the impact this had on our marriage at that time

:: George’s relationship with social media, and a big realization he made about his time management

:: What George’s “habit stacking” looks like, and something we have done together for 269 days in a row (and counting) that has brought us closer

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at http://jadahsellner.com/follow-your-bliss-georgesellner-182

“Refining Your EFF Management System” with Nikki Elledge Brown - 181 Dec 09, 2020

Do you ever get to a place where things start to feel stressful and not enjoyable anymore? If you want to create a simple and inspired life on your terms without the guilt, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to manage your expectations, identify your priorities, nurture relationships, and stay focused on what matters to you.

In this episode, I get cozy with one of my closest friends, Nikki Elledge Brown.

Nikki is a mom of three known online for her practical teaching style and refreshingly honest reflections on the realities of parenthood and entrepreneurship. She's a speaker, teacher, author, and mentor who quickly built a name (+ highly profitable business) for herself by helping service-based business owners communicate with clarity and confidence through her first online program, A Course About Copy®.

Nikki's been featured on NBC News, military.com, and a reality TV episode on Discovery Channel that led to a surprise cameo on Orange is the New Black. She's also known as the online park ranger at Pearl Harbor, welcoming millions of visitors to the USS Arizona Memorial since 2010.

Nikki launched the Naptime Empires® podcast (soon to be book!) to help family-focused entrepreneurs feel less alone in the journey. Her mission is to help high-achieving women avoid burnout so they can lead for the long haul and ENJOY the success. For more tips and inspiration follow Nikki on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown, nikkielledgebrown.com and via her podcast at naptimeempires.com.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The story of how Nikki got her business off the ground in 2013, and some of the lessons she learned in doing so

:: What “profitable priorities” are to Nikki, and why this concept is so critical to understand for entrepreneurs

:: What your audience really wants from you that will set you apart from others

:: What Nikki’s family situation looks like right now, and an exciting update about her upcoming book :: Two things that would mean much more to her than any financial goal for next year

:: How to start refining your “eff management system” and what Nikki thinks about timelines

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at http://jadahsellner.com/refining-your-eff-management-sytem-nikkielledgebrown-181

“A Call To Trust Your Body’s Wisdom” with Elizabeth DiAlto - 180 Dec 02, 2020

If you feel a call to trust your body’s wisdom in a deeper way, without allowing your mind to override your intuition, then this episode is for you. We cover a wide range of being wild and whole humans, how to have courageous conversations, navigating friendships while we untame ourselves.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend Elizabeth DiAlto.

Known for her raw, honest, and grounded approach to self-help and spirituality, Elizabeth DiAlto specializes in helping women embody self love, healing, wholeness, and liberation. Her body of work has evolved out of 12+ years of experience across several fields including: Fitness, Self-Help, Wellness, Spirituality, Coaching, Personal Development, and Healing.

Elizabeth is the creator of Wild Soul Movement and the Wild Soul Archetypes Quiz (at www.untameyourself/quiz), founder of The Institute for EMBODIED Living, and host of the EMBODIED podcast, which has been downloaded over 3 million times.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: A breakdown of Elizabeth’s Courageous Conversation Framework

:: Her advice for effective communication and the impact it has with others

:: The meaning of “embodied living” and how to express it

:: Examples of times when Elizabeth experienced direct knowing and listened to her body’s wisdom, and the ways that you can start to pay attention to your own signals

:: The difference between womanhood and femininity

:: What the 6 archetypes of Elizabeth’s quiz are, and a big realization I had after getting my results

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at http://jadahsellner.com/trust-your-bodys-wisdom-elizabethdialto-180

#BTS: Behind the Scenes of My Next Book Part 2” with Azul Terronez - 179 Nov 25, 2020

If you’ve wanted to take a peek behind the curtain of writing and publishing a book, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend and personal book coach, Azul Terronez, host of the top writing podcast Authors Who Lead™. We’re having another behind the scenes conversation of my book writing process. If you’d like to listen to part one of this conversation that happened over a year ago, head over to jadahsellner.com/156 to get caught up.

Azul helps authors, entrepreneurs and leaders write and publish books that people love, so they can reach more people, grow their brand, and share their message in an authentic way. He’s been called a book whisperer. His signature coaching program is built around the idea that creating books is about building the conversation that you want to own.

Azul walks his talk because his TEDx talk “What Makes a Good Teacher Great” has been viewed over 2.1 million times. Azul’s clients have included Wall Street Bestseller, Pat Flynn from the Smart Passive Income Podcast, Jadah Sellner co-founder Simple Green Smoothies (that’s me!) and Dana Malstaff the founder of Boss-mom.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: A surprise that can happen when you look at writing a book as a creative process, and not just a task to achieve

:: Why the content isn’t the book - and what really is

:: How becoming an author is different, and so much more, than just writing a book :: The role that my season of loss and grief has played in the writing of my next book

:: An update on where I am right now writing the upcoming book, and the big decision and shift I made to allow it to be happen

:: What Azul says is needed in all books, but is often misunderstood by many authors You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/behind-the-scenes-part-2-azulterronez-179

“A Safe Space to Heal, Disarm and Be Yourself” with Tamika Lewis - 178 Nov 18, 2020

How do you know when it’s time to be supported and have a space for your own growth and healing? A safe space to heal, disarm, and be yourself. Whether there are days that you just don’t want to get out of bed, or you’re hiding in your productivity, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about what it means to lead with our humanity, honor our bodies, and practice self-care.

In this episode, I get cozy with one of my close friends, Tamika Lewis, LCSW.

Tamika is a speaker, writer, and licensed psychotherapist practicing in Los Angeles, California. She is the Clinical Director and founder of Womxn of Color Therapy Inc, a health and wellness community for teens and women of color. WOC Therapy offers free resources like The "Strong Woman's" Guide to Inner Peace, as well as online workshops and courses relating to anxiety, codependency, and racial healing.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: Some ways that we can start disarming ourselves, in order to embrace being human :: The conversations that Tamika is having with her kids around the issues of race, and the practices she does with them to instill a sense of pride and knowledge about their culture :: Tamika’s tools and care practices that she’s using and sharing with her clients during these times of uncertainty :: What role friendship plays in daily life, and why you need to have those key people to be in your corner :: How she is navigating homeschooling as an entrepreneur and her thoughts on “mom guilt” :: The vision she is building and creating with the powerful work that she is doing with teens and women of color You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/safe-space-to-heal-disarm-178

“Grief, Burnout, and Reclaiming Our Lives” with Christina Rasmussen - 177 Nov 11, 2020

Have you ever found yourself feeling like everything looks the same on the outside, but everything on the inside of you has changed? If you’ve found yourself checking out of your life in unexplained ways and not able to fully name it, this episode is for you. We talk about the undercover world of grief, burnout, and reclaiming our lives after experiencing the invisible losses that we often overlook and dismiss.

In today’s conversation I get cozy with Christina Rasmussen.

Christina is an acclaimed grief educator, author of Second Firsts and Where Did You Go? Which have been extremely helpful books for my own family as we navigate grief and loss. She is also the host of The Dear Life Podcast and founder of The Life Reentry Institute at lifereentry.com.

I recently signed up for her Life Reentry class, which has helped countless people break out of what she coined the “waiting room” of grief to rebuild our lives. She describes grief as a catalyst for redefining identity, and outlines the process of “reentry” where we return to our lives.

Her work has been featured at ABC News, Washington Post, and the White House Blog. You can find more of her brilliant work at christinarasmussen.com and secondfirsts.com.

Christina’s mission is to change the way we grieve, the way we live, and how we define our potential in this life, and the hereafter.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The symptoms that can indicate burnout, or not living in alignment

:: The way that she has been able to transform her grief and loss into a movement that is healing so many other people

:: What the safe space of the “waiting room” is all about

:: Christina’s re-entry and the ways that she is now transforming her life (and how you can too after invisible losses)

:: Why she is saying no to money and additional opportunities daily, without feeling guilty about it

:: Christina’s best practices and rituals for writing, plus how she stays connected to the creative process

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/grief-burnout-reclaiming-lives-177

“I’m Not Hiding, I’m Healing” - 176 Nov 04, 2020

I’m back. I’ve been quiet for awhile.

I turned quiet mode all the way on as a form of radical self care.

They say grief comes in waves. And if you know me, you know I’ve experienced 3 tragic losses last year.

So what happens... when the whole world is grieving? ...when the waves don’t stop crashing?

With so much noise and rage and separation, I had to step out of the room to hear my own voice. To connect to my own truth. And reckon with my own anger and sadness.

In this episode with my amazing right hand Michele, I’ll share what’s been happening in my world over the past year and what bright new and inspiring things are on the horizon.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What’s happened in my world over the past year and the profound losses my family and I have experienced :: My personal healing journey and the critical support I’ve received that has allowed me to do it

:: The biggest lesson (and gift) that this time has given me

:: What I’ve been creating inside my “creative cocoon” plus a sneak peek of what’s to come

:: How Michele and I are both processing Black Lives Matter and the recent events around racial equality

:: What “leading with love” really means for me, and a special invitation I have for each listener of this podcast

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at: https://jadahsellner.com/im-not-hiding-im-healing-176

“How to Have Hard Conversations, Lean Into Conflict & Reframe Criticism” with Lynne Maureen Hurdle - 175 Nov 21, 2019

As a leader, how do you commit to having hard, uncomfortable conversations that deepen connection and trust within your company and your home? If you want an environment that is safe for communication, creativity and problem-solving along with the giving and receiving constructive feedback, whether at work or with your family, then this episode is for you.

In this episode I get cozy with Lynne Maureen Hurdle.

Lynne Hurdle is an executive coach, communication expert and conflict resolution strategist. She’s also a facilitator, speaker, and author with over 35 years of experience in blending the connection between communication, conflict and culture into a unique style of engagement for leaders.

She’s the author of the best seller book, Closing Conflict for Leaders: How to Be a Bold Leader and Develop a Kick-Ass, High-Functioning, Happy AF Team.

She teaches leaders the skills to engage skillfully, confidently, and powerfully in everything from daily conversations to the most difficult conflict situations.

She passionately writes about Breaking Culture: Conflict and Cultural Breakthroughs for Psychology Today. She has delivered her unique trainings, workshops and deep coaching to leaders from Harlem to Hong Kong and from the South Bronx to South Africa.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The traumatic event that inspired Lynne to focus on her work to become an expert conflict resolution strategist

:: The way that Lynne defines racial bias, and how this concept relates to conflict resolution

:: The work that helps leaders to increase their awareness and dissolve any biases

:: A way to respond to conflict and what happens when we don’t communicate with intention

:: What founders can do to initiate a new way of being inside the company by using regular communication rhythms

:: How to reframe criticism, and lean into it, instead of resisting it

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/hard-conversations-conflict-criticism-lynne-hurdle-175

“When to quit” with Michelle Tam of Nom Nom Paleo - 174 Nov 14, 2019

Ever wonder what it takes to make your side hustle your full-time hustle while working a graveyard shift, publishing New York Times Best Selling Books and raising two kids? If you’re looking to create work in a way that inspires you while still helping the community you serve without selling out who you are, then this episode is for you.

In this episode I get cozy with Michelle Tam.

Michelle is the creator of the Saveur Award winning food blog, Nom Nom Paleo. Together with her husband, Henry Fong, she also produced a two-time Webby award winning cooking app, authored two New York Times bestselling cookbooks, and was nominated for a James Beard Award. Michelle has a degree in nutrition and food science from the University of California at Berkeley, and a doctorate in pharmacy from UCSF. For over a dozen years, she worked the graveyard shift at Stanford Hospital and Clinics as a night pharmacist before her side hustle, Nom Nom Paleo, became her main hustle.

We talk about her new Paleo-Friendly sauces featured in Whole Foods, how to talk to your kids about the food we eat, her unconventional way of writing books, and the journey to building a blog into a business

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What Michelle was told she was doing “wrong” in her business, and why she decided to keep doing things the way she was doing them

:: Michelle’s pivot from being a full-time pharmacist, after 4 years of juggling her career with her side hustle and a busy family life

:: What she’s done so well to build her online community and what didn’t work so well for her

:: The ways that she stays creatively connected to her work after creating content for such a long time

:: Why Michelle doesn’t try to keep up with every online trend - or even maintain an editorial calendar for the business

:: How her line of paleo sauces came to be created, and for sale, in Whole Foods

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/when-to-quit-michelle-tam-174

“The Freedom Mindset” with Alexandra Jimenez - 173 Nov 06, 2019

How do you balance your personal definition of success while building a seven figure business, growing a team, nurturing a community, and taking care of your customers? This is the question we lean into as we talk about self compassion as an entrepreneur, the freedom mindset, and finding fulfillment.

In this episode, I get cozy with Alexandra Jimenez. She’s the founder and editor-in-chief at Travel Fashion Girl, one of the highest trafficked blogs for female travelers, where she teaches an audience of 1,000,000+ monthly visitors to pack in a light, stylish, and efficient way.

She’s appeared live on the Fox & Friends morning show and has been featured in national digital news outlets including Cosmopolitan, Oprah, Forbes, USA Today, and Pat Flynn’s Smart Passive Income podcast.

What I love is Alex followed her passions after quitting her corporate job in the fashion industry in 2008 to spend almost a decade traveling full-time.

She now has a new travel brand called Compass Rose Travel Accessories that is quickly making its way up the best-selling list on Amazon.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What motivates Alex more than money, and how her business continues to shift to this day

:: How she expresses her values and business ethics (and maintains her energy!) operating a growing Facebook group with over 23,000 members

:: What Alex’s support team looks like today, the struggles she faced growing her team, and why she feels that she actually should have waited longer to hire

:: Why she almost pivoted away from her travel blog, and what allowed her to look at her business with a whole new perspective

:: What really moved the needle for Alex on her journey from a 6 to 7-figure business

:: A book that has impacted Alex greatly, and allowed her to have compassion for herself as her business grows

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/the-freedom-mindset-alexandra-jimenez-173

“How to Stand in the Fire” - 172 Oct 30, 2019

How do you stand in the fire before your vision becomes a reality? If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable sitting in the unknown, but know there’s a next chapter that’s ready to unfold, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this solo episode, I’ll share some practical strategies on how to move through a transition filled with uncertainty.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Some of the big pivots that I’ve made along my journey in entrepreneurship

:: The growing pains I’ve faced through business and why I’ve felt the need to shift through the discomfort

:: What I consider to be the “curse” of being a visionary founder

:: The 3 stages I move my clients through, and why I don’t want you to get stuck too long at any one of those stages

:: What’s worked for me while I’ve been “standing in the fire”

:: The need for consistency in my life and the rituals and routines that bring it to me each day

I’ll also share my morning routine and how to use consistency as the antidote to chaos.

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-stand-in-the-fire-jadah-sellner-172

“The Amazing Effect of Taking Action” with Scott Voelker - 171 Oct 24, 2019

If you want to build a satisfying life without sacrificing a paycheck, and you want to build a more profitable business without sacrificing your life, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with Scott Voelker, founder and host of The Amazing Seller podcast, a TOP Ranked Business show where he helps regular, everyday people start and grow their own online business in Ecommerce.

Scott is a serial entrepreneur that has built and helped others build 6 and 7 figure brands online over the past 15 years and has now taught and inspired thousands all over the world, through his “Take Action” approach with his book: The Take Action Effect: Proven Steps to Build a Future-Proof Business & Create Your Ultimate Freedom.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Scott knew it was time to leave his father’s construction business and become his own boss

:: What it looked like to start a photography business with his wife and the benefits and challenges of being in a partnership with a spouse

:: How Scott transitioned to the online space and what pushed him to do so

:: The marketing strategies from his early days of being an entrepreneur that still work for him (and you) today

:: What his first product launch looked like, and why he says it literally “changed his life”

:: What inspired him to start his top-ranked podcast and the “failures” that taught him so much about podcasting, business and life in general

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/amazing-effect-taking-action-scott-voelker-171

“Overcoming Mom Guilt & Growing a 40,000 Member Community” with Dana Malstaff - 170 Oct 17, 2019

If you’ve ever felt guilty about being a mom and building a business, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you. We talk about getting clear on your priorities, the relationship between resilience and failure, and how to grow a sustainable community online.

In this episode, I get cozy with Dana Malstaff.

Dana is the CEO and Founder of Boss Mom. She is a mother, author, speaker, business strategist, and podcaster. She launched the Boss Mom brand with her first book Boss Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Business & Nurturing Your Family Like a Pro and has turned the brand into an international movement.

Now she has over 20,000 students in various courses and an organically grown Facebook group of over 40,000 that helps women all over the world raise their businesses and babies at the same time. She believes that we need to show our children that doing what we love can be financially viable.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why Dana started her second podcast, Boss Dad, and the amazing realizations she has made by interviewing men

:: What her support teams look like both at home and in her business

:: A big mistake that Dana sees many business owners making when starting to build out a team

:: What’s she’s learned about building communities and fostering relationships from her Facebook Group of over 40,000 Boss Moms

:: How Dana has experienced and navigated mom guilt in her own life, and the way she’s not only moved through it, but has thrived

:: Her motivation for writing her latest book, Climb Your Own Ladder, and how she’s grown as a writer since her first two books

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/overcoming-mom-guilt-dana-malstaff-170

“How to Grow a Community of Superfans” with Pat Flynn - 169 Oct 09, 2019

Do you want to grow an engaged community for your business? The type of community who is the first to buy every single product you create. If you want to learn the action steps that you can take to start attracting and nurturing your Superfans right now, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend and mentor, Pat Flynn.

Pat is a father, husband, entrepreneur and host of the Smart Passive Income and AskPat podcasts, which have earned a combined total of over 50 million downloads and features in publications such as The New York Times and Forbes. I’ve been a guest on Smart Passive Income twice talking about how I grew our Simple Green Smoothies’ email list from zero to 200,000 subscribers in one year, and also how I made a pivot to exit my business partnership to follow my calling. I will include links to those episodes in the show notes at jadahsellner.com/169

Pat is also a keynote speaker, advisor for companies like LeadPages and ConvertKit, and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Will It Fly, Let Go, and I’m super excited about his newest book, Superfans.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Pat’s Flyncon event showed him that families can be in business together, and grow closer in the process

:: Why Pat says that your Superfans will want to learn from YOU

:: What the book writing process for his latest book looked like, including the challenges he faced

:: How Pat involved his Superfans in the book writing process and what he did to make them an important piece of his marketing strategy :: Action steps that you can take to start attracting and nurturing your Superfans right now You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-grow-community-of-superfans-pat-flynn-169

“Permission to Dream” with Giovanni Marsico - 168 Oct 02, 2019

What if we gave ourselves permission to dream? What if we allowed ourselves to create an epic vision that seems impossible? Today, we talk about claiming the word dreamer, the importance of finding people like you, and the magic that goes behind hosting live events.

In this episode I get cozy with my friend and fellow dreamer, Giovanni Marsico.

Giovanni Marsico is the founder of Archangel, an organization and global community dedicated to supporting the growth of Superheroes: visionary leaders and mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to change the world.

The Archangel organization is designed to provide these Superheroes with the tools and resources they need to grow, and to connect them with one another for support and peer-to-peer sharing, both virtually and through immersive experiences like the annual Archangel Summit conference, which brings together thousands of attendees in Toronto every fall.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Giovanni is promoting a world for the dreamers and visionaries

:: How he focused on his mind over his heart in his previous career, and why he finally decided to pivot from real estate to hosting events for world changers

:: Giovanni’s earliest experiences as an entrepreneur and how it allows him to recreate the magic with the events he now hosts

:: Why this year’s Archangel Summit is for the dreamers, and why the word “dreamer” means so much to him

:: How the Archangel Summit was born from Giovanni’s earlier events, and what his plans are in the future to make it even more epic

:: His creative process for designing the experience for attendees, including how they choose the themes and speakers for each event

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/permission-to-dream-giovanni-marsico-168

“The Art of Growing A Business” with Meri Cherry - 167 Sep 25, 2019

How do you prepare yourself to step into a leadership role, make decisions from a place of abundance over fear, pause to celebrate your wins, spend time with your family and rest? If sometimes you feel you can’t see the forest through the trees when you’re so in your business, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m bringing Meri Cherry back for a cozy conversation. She is the founder of Meri Cherry Art Studio in Los Angeles, California, which also provides mobile and in house art parties for top celebrities and influencers. Meri is also the author of Play, Make, Create: A Process-Art Handbook.

Meri was on a previous Lead with Love episode, so I’m excited to deepen our conversation today. She has cultivated and engaged a loyal online community of over 35k Instagram followers, 50k Facebook fans, and a popular website and blog with over 100k monthly visits at mericherry.com.

I’ve personally worked with and mentored Meri over the past two years in the Love Over Metrics Incubator –– an implementation program for women with big ambitions and even bigger hearts. Inside the incubator, we help entrepreneurs create a clear vision and strategic plan, so they can take the next steps for business growth to increase income, impact, and freedom. Learn more at loveovermetrics.com.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Her thought process and the challenges she faced while stepping into the leadership role

:: The way Meri and her team is now creating magic in the studio for the families they work with

:: Meri’s experiences as a member of The Love Over Metrics Incubator, and what led her to the program

:: The goals Meri set and accomplished, and what she’s done to celebrate them along the way

:: How Meri sustains herself growing a business while raising a family, including the practice of “Artist Dates”

:: The rituals she employs to stay connected and present with her daughters

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/the-art-of-growing-a-business-meri-cherry-167

“Building Deeper Friendships” - 166 Sep 18, 2019

How do you cultivate deeper, stronger, more meaningful relationships in your life? I get asked this question a lot, especially when people choose the unconventional path of being a business owner.

As founders, we can feel very isolated and lonely at times. And as humans, we have a deep desire to build a supportive community of like-minded people.

In this solo episode, I’ll share how I personally build deeper friendships and why they matter so much.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Where you find friends to go deep with - and what I’ve done to find mine

:: How to make sure that you stay connected with your friends when life gets super busy

:: How to be a good friend that someone wants to spend time with

:: My top tips for being vulnerable with your friends and for “keeping it real”

:: What I mean when I say to look for “transformational over transactional” when it comes to relationships

:: My special invitation to you that will help you build deeper friendships starting today

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/building-deeper-friendships-jadah-sellner-166

“Run Your Business Like Clockwork” with Adrienne Dorison - 165 Jul 17, 2019

Do you want to own a business that can run without you? Whether you want to earn more to give more away, baby proof your business, or take your time back, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my dear friend and former client Adrienne Dorison where we talk about how to take back your time as a business leader and give back without sacrificing growth.

Adrienne Dorison is the Co-Founder of Run Like Clockwork™ where she equips CEO's to design a business + team that can run itself, like clockwork. Based on the best-selling book, Clockwork, Adrienne's work has helped hundreds of business leaders increase their profit margins, empower their teams, and take an unplugged vacation.

Adrienne has spent the past 10+ years in the field of operational efficiency, and has since created the most simplistic approach to making your business ultra-efficient.

She's personally passionate about baking in generosity into business models, and she believes when we earn more money, we can give more away. Adrienne lives in St. Petersburg, Florida with her husband, their 2 dogs and soon-to-be baby.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How to show tough love to clients and why Adrienne says that she doesn’t need her clients to necessarily like her at all times

:: What the radical one-year plan that got her out of debt looked like

:: How to leave corporate work to become a full-time entrepreneur and what Adrienne’s initial offers as a first time entrepreneur looked like

:: What to do when you feel unclear after building a successful business, and how to get the clarity to transition into a new business

:: What sparked Adrienne’s partnership with Mike Michalowicz and how the Run Like Clockwork business was born

:: How to clockwork a new business with a baby on the way

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/run-your-business-like-clockwork-adrienne-dorison-165

“How to Sell Well (& Actually Enjoy It)” with Matthew Kimberley - 164 Jul 10, 2019

How can you delight the people you want to help and make selling more fun? If you want to create experiences for the people you serve where they remember you, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my dear friend Matthew Kimberley where we talk about selling, speaking on stages, and creating a life and business based on what you value the most.

Matthew helps small business owners enjoy more fun, freedom flow. He's the creator of Professional Persuasion, Delightful Emails and the Single Malt Mastermind and spent half a decade as the head of the Book Yourself Solid(r) School of Coach Training. He hosts the How To Get A Grip podcast and wrote a book of the same name.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Matthew’s personal relationship with selling and how to actually enjoy cold calling

:: How he pivoted from being in a partnership to go all in on creating his own brand and projects

:: His tips for handling feedback and criticism from others on our creative work

:: Why Matthew is looking to create more space in his calendar, and the shifts he's doing to make this happen

:: The reasons many entrepreneurs resist email marketing and how his Delightful Emails course is solving this problem

:: One action step you can take today to start writing more delightful emails and why all your emails don’t have to be educational

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-sell-well-and-actually-enjoy-it-164

“How to Trust the Wisdom of Your Body” with Jonathan Mead - 163 Jul 03, 2019

Have you ever found yourself staying so busy that you don’t even know what you want or what you really need? This Lead with Love episode is about trusting the wisdom of your body and giving yourself full permission to slow down in our fast paced world.

In this episode, I get cozy with movement teacher and embodiment coach Jonathan Mead.

Jonathan quit his office job at age 23 to help people uncover their true offer to the world. He’s passionate about helping people reclaim their naturally strong, capable, resilient bodies, so they can play freely without fear of breaking and show up strongly for the communities they love.

Believing that people need more connection to their bodies, to nature, and to each other, he loves seeing the ways people transform when they reconnect to their true selves.

His deepest mission is to instigate a movement of humans reconnecting with their true nature, and rebuilding their naturally strong bodies.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Jonathan quit corporate life as a rebellious 23-year old and made the leap to being his own boss

:: The struggles he faced in taking care of his body during this time of grinding and hustling

:: What appeared as indicators that told Jonathan he needed to make another change to pursue his passions

:: Why he originally had fears around monetizing his passion and how he overcame them to support others around movement and embodiment

:: Where to start in building your foundation and why this is so critical to your overall health and success

:: The parallels that exist between our bodies and our businesses

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-trust-wisdom-of-your-body-jonathan-mead-163

“Willing to Fail with a Mighty Purpose”, with Sally Haughey - 162 Jun 26, 2019

Are you willing to put yourself out there even if you might get rejected? Can you trust the process? We’re such a results driven culture that we don’t celebrate when we fall and fail our way forward.

That’s why I love my most recent Lead with Love podcast guest. She’s willing to fail in front of everyone because she believes in her mission so much.

In this episode, I get cozy with my client, internationally acclaimed early childhood education specialist Sally Haughey.

We talk passionately about education, honoring the whole child, and the parallels in how we learn as entrepreneurs.

Sally Haughey is the Founder and CEO of Fairy Dust Teaching and Teaching Mastery Institute, Inc. She co-authored Through a Child’s Eye with a new one on the way called Wonder Art Workshop: Creative Child-Led Experiences for Nurturing Imagination, Curiosity, and a Love of Learning

She offers an online exclusive membership club called “The Wonder Tribe” where Sally shares her signature method, known as Wonder Based Teaching™.

Sally serves, inspires, and educates thousands of teachers worldwide through online courses, master classes and biannual conferences including educators from over 60 countries, sharing content inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf and other play based teaching.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Sally handles the need to be seen and acknowledged, as well as avoid the temptation to compare herself with others

:: An example of how she’s been able to honor each child in her classroom, even in the most challenging of situations

:: What similarities exist between teaching in the classroom and building a business

:: The reasons she never focuses on just the money aspect of business

:: What inspired Sally to start sharing online beyond her classroom walls, and what her first course launch looked like

:: What led Sally to be coached by me, and the amazing results she has achieved so far

:: Why play-based education in early childhood is so necessary for our children

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/willing-to-fail-with-mighty-purpose-sally-haughey-162

“Building a Business While Traveling the World” with Matthew Kepnes - 161 Jun 12, 2019

So often we get caught up in worrying about tomorrow, that we don’t give ourselves the opportunity to live today. We’re going to explore the heart of wanderlust and what it means to build an accidental business around a desire to travel the world.

In this episode, I get cozy with New York Times bestselling author, Matthew Kepnes.

Matthew Kepnes runs the award-winning budget travel site NomadicMatt.com. He's also the author of the New York Times best-seller How to Travel the World on $50 a Day as well as the upcoming travel memoir Ten Years a Nomad. His writings and advice have been featured in The New York Times, CNN, Budget Travel, Time, and many more! He also regularly speaks at travel trade and consumer shows, owns a hostel in Texas, and launched a non-profit called FLYTE, which empowers students from underserved communities through transformative travel experiences.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: His strategies for building a brand around himself, while adding extreme value for others :: How he uses social media to share his journey and a pivotal moment for him :: The doubts and fears Matt has encountered along the way and how he’s learned to relax and trust the process :: What he’s done to navigate the big shifts in the blogging world over the past decade and what he feels is more useful to use than Facebook :: Matt’s writing process for his new book and why his second release was much more challenging than the first for him :: Why travel is easier to do than you may think, plus what Matt does to help people interested in traveling get started

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/building-business-while-traveling-matthew-kepnes-161

“Finding the Courage to Lead with an Open Heart” with Nisha Moodley - 160 Jun 05, 2019

If you’re looking for inspiring and practical ways to deepen your leadership, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend and women’s leadership coach, Nisha Moodley where we talk about open hearted leadership, boundaries, motherhood and business, and channeling anger for the greater good.

Nisha is the founder of Global Sisterhood Day and the creator of Soul of Leadership where you embrace and embody the twelve soul qualities of leadership. Her work is driven by a belief in the immense power of sisterhood to help us expand our individual and collective freedom.

She works with women who feel a deep calling to offer their hearts and hands in service to humanity, and through their work together, her aim is to support them in embracing their innate brilliance, expanding their freedom, embodying their leadership, and aligning their actions with their inner truth.

Her work blends years of interest and study in spirituality, holistic health, coaching, and Family Systems. She’s been a coach for 10 years, leading mastermind groups, online courses, and over 30 retreats around the world.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why courage is one of Nisha’s favorite words and how it relates to leading with love

:: Her approach to sharing personal stories online and the boundaries she’s put in place around doing this

:: Why Nisha uses her voice and online presence for justice and advocacy, and what she’s learned about channeling her anger for the greater good

:: Her favorite embodiment practice and the way she now celebrates her choices

:: What she brings to her retreats to add to the overall experience for the guests, and herself

:: The birth of Nisha’s course, Soul of Leadership and what it’s become since starting

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/finding-the-courage-lead-with-open-heart-nisha-moodley-160

“The Journey To A Million Followers” with My Nguyen - 159 May 29, 2019

What if you believed in yourself more than anyone else? In this episode of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with my friend My Nguyen, founder of My Healthy Dish. We talk about building with intention and not letting the critics (which are sometimes the people you love the most) stop you from going after your dreams.

You can find her recipes with a healthy twist on the food you love over on her Instagram account @myhealthydish_ which she grew to over one million followers. So we definitely cover some Instagram tips and strategies in today’s episode.

My actually was the person who encouraged me to start an Instagram account in 2012 for Simple Green Smoothies. If it wasn’t for her nudge and encouragement, my life would look a lot different today.

My started posting Instagram photos of simple and nutritious meals she made for her twin daughters. She sparked so much interest by sharing her recipes and healthy lifestyle, so she turned it into her life’s work to educate others about what they put on their plate. All of her recipes are dishes she makes for her own family, and as a busy mom, she has to find ways to take shortcuts in the kitchen- without taking shortcuts on flavor.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How My uses the feedback she receives from her followers to become a better influencer

:: The rejection and failure she experienced when looking to get her first book published and how she reframed it

:: How and why she intentionally pivoted on Instagram to go back to sharing more of herself again

:: The way My was able to get better at handling the criticism and how she protects her energy as an online influencer

:: What she sees as the upsides and joys of being online, and why she says she’ll never complain about social media

:: Her Instagram strategies that worked then and now, including how she wins the “hashtag lottery”

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/journey-to-a-million-followers-my-nguyen-159

“Stand Up & Take Up Space” with Martha Shaughnessy - 158 May 15, 2019

If you’ve ever felt you’ve come from a world of work where you’re a woman fighting for a seat at the table, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you. We explore what it means to leave the boys club and redefine work on our terms as female leaders.

In this episode, I get cozy with Martha Shaughnessy, the founder of The Key PR, and she’s the San Francisco Communications Lead of the Women’s March.

Over the span of her 20 years in communications, working with huge tech brands, startups and nonprofits, Martha has cemented her position as a trusted go-to among journalists.

In 2017, she founded The Key PR with a mission to serve high-impact, low-BS communications services to clients. Headquartered in San Francisco, the team has doubled in size over the last year, and has the pleasure of creating media, messaging and content programs for game changing companies in financial tech, transportation, and consumer brands like Lending Club, Swell Investing, Skip Scooters, and Shopkick.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: Her escape plan to leave her former corporate position and the shifts she had to make in order to transition to being an entrepreneur :: Martha’s collaboration with the Women’s March in San Francisco and how the opportunity presented itself, and came together :: The way Martha turned her shortcomings into her strengths as a team leader and why she views the company as a single team that wins and loses together :: What have been the key ingredients for building a company culture that people want to be a part of :: The ladder that Martha has built for equal pay and how Key PR is created a money-savvy group of employees :: The most valuable marketing Martha says she has done since starting the company You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/stand-up-take-up-space-martha-shaughnessy-158

“How to Put Family First as a Busy Entrepreneur” with Jim Sheils - 157 May 08, 2019

As entrepreneurs, we can get all consumed with our work. How do you make sure work doesn’t fill up your entire life, so you don’t miss out on connecting with the people who matter the most to you? I believe a business that compromises your health and relationships is not a sustainable business model.

In this episode, I get cozy with Jim Sheils, the author of the Amazon best-seller, The Family Board Meeting. We talk about a simple solution that will deepen your connection and presence with your family. And even if you don’t have children, you can do this with your life partner as well.

Motivated by what he saw as one of the most tragic challenges of modern life—the disconnection of busy entrepreneurs from their families—Jim developed the Family Board Meeting process to help business owners bridge the gaps between themselves and their loved ones.

Jim’s message has spread around the globe, often called “Crazy Glue” for families. His popular and simple frameworks now reach thousands of parents worldwide, helping them feel more connected with their kids, be happier at home and leave a lasting legacy.

Jim is the founder of 18 Summers, which specializes in live events, workshops and private consulting for organizations looking to strengthen their family lives while still succeeding in business. He’s an in-demand public speaker, and owns a private real estate company that has done more than $200 million in transactions.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Jim’s process for value-based decision making and what qualities of his support him leading with love

:: What is a family board meeting, how they work and where the inspiration to start them came from

:: Why his private Facebook group is called “18 Summers,” and a shocking stat around the time we have to spend with our kids

:: The amazing story of how “Pizza Fridays” began and the impact it had on Jim and his son

:: What is needed for the family board meetings to work and what reading Jim’s book will give you

:: The 3 major life areas, or core pillars, that he realized school wasn’t addressing and how to start imparting this wisdom to your children

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-put-family-first-as-busy-entrepreneur-jim-sheils-157

#BTS: Behind the Scenes of My Next Book - Part 1” - 156 May 01, 2019

Have you ever considered writing a book? If you’re anything like me, you love to peek behind the scenes of how books are created.

Today’s conversation is a unique one because I talk about my book writing process with my friend and book coach, Azul Terronez.

We talk about my mindset, fears, and the uncertainty that comes along with discovering what the book will actually be about.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The two distinct paths you can take in the book writing process

:: The way that building a timeline of your life can be used to build a more impactful book

:: A way to reframe how you look at the chapters of a book

:: One huge myth that exists around writing a book

:: What a good book should make readers say once they’re finished it

:: What’s next for me in the book writing process and the biggest fears I still have around it

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/behind-the-scenes-my-next-book-p1-156

“Celebrating Life, Now” with Lynnette Abbott - 155 Apr 24, 2019

Do you ever catch yourself watching, wishing and waiting to press play on a dream or idea that’s been brewing in your heart?

What I’ve noticed with many of my clients is they already have success in business, but they have this secret heart project that they want to bring to the world.

In this episode, I get cozy with Lynnette Abbott where we talk about trust, taking steps blindly and making decisions from love, not fear.

Lynnette Abbott is the founder and designer of Craft My Occasion, a company that creates party supplies celebrating children of color.

What started as a party planning company, turned into a purpose-driven company when Lynnette discovered that there was a huge disparity in the amount and variety of party supplies that feature characters of colors. As a creative, Lynnette was compelled to create more diversity for the party planning industry.

Craft My Occasion’s party supplies raised more than $21,000 and was named a “Project We Love” by Kickstarter. The party supplies have also been featured in The Huffington Post, Scary Mommy, Parents, Black Enterprise, and POPSUGAR.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The pivotal moment Lynnette realized she needed to change directions in her career and still be creative, but with less stress

:: What challenges Lynnette overcame to pursue her passion project

:: What the journey to start her own business looked like, including the way she successfully used a Kickstarter campaign to make it all happen

:: Where Lynnette’s passion for celebrating parties comes from

:: What lessons healing from cancer has taught Lynnette and the way she’s applied them to her business

:: The amazing story about how she stopped wishing and waiting, and made her dream of living on Hawaii a reality

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/celebrating-life-now-lynnettee-abbott-155

In this episode, we mentioned the Build Your Challenge course that Lynnette joined before launching her $21,000 Kickstarter campaign. You can get the 5-step roadmap for free at buildyourchallenge.com

And to learn more about the Love Over Metrics Incubator that Lynnette has been a part of, make sure you’re on the waitlist at loveovermetrics.com

One thing that I love is hearing from you. So as your listening, take a screenshot, share your favorite takeaway and tag me on Instagram and Facebook @jadahsellner

“Unhooking Self Worth From Success” with Rebecca McLoughlin - 154 Apr 17, 2019

Have you ever questioned your productivity, ambition and energy levels where you feel like you have too much or not enough? If you struggle with the highs and lows and the guilt that comes along with having big energy, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my personal friend, life and mindset coach, Rebecca McLoughlin where we talk about success, burnout, self-worth and validation.

Rebecca helps ambitious women hone and balance their “big energy” into focused action and feminine flow. As a Certified Life Coach with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, Rebecca is able to support her clients, myself included, in doing the deep inner work needed to gain insight and free themselves from patterns of procrastination, self-sabotage and burn out. Through skilled questioning and deep listening clients not only experience more success and ease in their business, but also create more joy and meaning in their whole life.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: A practice Rebecca recommends if you find yourself linking your worthiness to your work and success of your business :: What being a “big energy woman” really means, and what to consider if you are one :: What “Vitamin V” is and the what Rebecca does to practice taking it daily :: The fears she had in growing a family after already having a thriving business in place :: How Rebecca has learned to trust the season she is in right now, and her rituals for getting (and staying) grounded :: What she says is behind the success of every single big energy woman

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/unhooking-self-worth-from-success-rebecca-mcloughlin-154

“Releasing Resistance & Staying Inspired” with Lana Shlafer - 153 Apr 10, 2019

If you are looking to be inspired, feel worthy and in the flow, then this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with Lana Shlafer. Lana is a life mastery expert, speaker and online course creator.

Through her videos, meditations, courses and events, Lana has helped thousands turn pain to gain, manifest miracles and master their lives. Over 20,000 people have joined her Manifesting Challenges and experienced extraordinary breakthroughs and manifestations.

Lana has been featured on television and in popular publications such as TVOne, NPR and The Huffington Post. She resides in Puerto Rico with her three kids and husband, and is working on her first book.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How to respond to critics and an example of when criticism touched Lana deeply

:: A significant change happening in the self-growth and coaching industries

:: A time in Lana’s personal life where she did push against resistance, how she realized what was happening and the action she took to correct it

:: The powerful exercises that Lana does using her clients’ life experiences and why she does them

:: Why she says that givers are some of the most selfish people in the world

:: Lana’s routines for staying in the flow and feeding her soul in order to manifest miracles in her life

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/releasing-resistance-staying-inspired-lana-shlafer-153

"How to Create More Space to Focus” - 152 Mar 27, 2019

Are your days starting to feel extra full, packed minute to minute with no space to create, no space to rest, no space to restore? If you need a reminder that it’s okay to not do it all, then episode 152 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this solo episode, I’ll share how to create more space and simplicity in your life, so you have room to create and focus on what’s truly lighting you up.

I’ll share four simple steps that help me reset my mind and prioritize my schedule:

1. Connect to your vision 2. Clear the mental clutter 3. Clear the deck 4. Calendar your priorities

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: What will happen if you keep saying “Yes” to every opportunity that comes your way :: The ways I can tell if I’m losing spaciousness and things are getting out of control :: How having a strategic quarterly plan, and long-term vision, will help you succeed :: The “brain sneeze” exercise that just takes minutes, but can significantly reduce your mental clutter :: What it means to “clear the deck” and the four ways you can do it :: The process of setting boundaries and letting your calendar dictate your priorities

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/create-more-space-to-focus-jadah-sellner-152

“Think Disruptively” with Miki Agrawal - 151 Mar 20, 2019

Are you craving some innovation inspiration in how companies are built through conscious capitalism where everyone wins? If you’re ready to disrupt the status quo in how you build a company, then episode 151 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with serial entrepreneur and author Miki Agrawal.

Miki was named 2018 Fast Company’s “Most Creative People”, “Young Global Leader” by World Economic Forum, “Social Entrepreneur of the Year” by the World Technology Summit, and was one of INC Magazine’s “Most Impressive Women Entrepreneurs of 2016.”

She co-founded THINX (www.shethinx.com), a high-tech, period-proof underwear brand and led the company as CEO to a valuation of over $150 Million and to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2017, founded TUSHY (www.hellotushy.com), a company that is revolutionizing the American toilet category with a, designer bidet attachment, and WILD, the acclaimed farm-to-table, alternative pizza concept 3 locations in New York City, one in Guatemala and more on the way.

She’s written two books, her first book titled DO COOL SH*T and her most recent Disrupt-Her that just hit the shelves.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: A reframe you can make around the concept of “failure” :: The lessons Miki learned by facing severe criticism by others :: How writing her latest book differed from the first and the concept of the “70/10/10/10” process :: What to consider if you’re looking to partner with others for corporate givebacks :: Why Miki believes that “conscious capitalism” is the future of business :: The ways she balances her business ambitions with her family life

Blog url: https://jadahsellner.com/think-disruptively-miki-agrawal-151

“Trust & Surrender to the Process” with Brigit Esselmont - 150 Mar 13, 2019

What would it take for you to trust yourself, trust others, trust the process, and trust the timing of how things unfold? If you know it’s time to practice patience even when it’s hard, then episode 150 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with Brigit Esselmont.

Brigit is the best-selling author of The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Card Meanings, The Biddy Tarot Planner, and her newest book and deck, Everyday Tarot.  A professional Tarot reader for more than 20 years, Brigit founded Biddy Tarot (www.biddytarot.com) in 1999, where each year more than 5 million people are inspired to live more mindful and enlightened lives, using the Tarot as a guide.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: How Brigit got started with tarot and her first impressions of it :: What fears and hesitations she had in taking a stand for her chosen field :: Her journey to building a team and 7-figure business :: What she’s done well (and not so well) in building a community and a large online following :: The ways she’s personally taking a stand for what she believes in and why we should be integrating silence into our lives daily

Blog url: https://jadahsellner.com/trust-and-surrender-to-the-process-brigit-esselmont

“Embrace The Mess” with Kavita J Patel - 149 Feb 20, 2019

How could perfection and old stories that you created when you were younger be blocking you from more connection and love in your work and your life? If you want more clarity, but feel stuck and just can’t figure out why, then episode 149 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend Kavita J Patel.

Kavita is a Relationship Coach. She has studied ancient eastern philosophy for 20 years, and combines those practices with her studies and experiences in family systems and human behavior to create her own transformational process, called The Parent Work™ .

Kavita teaches that our relationships with lovers, spouses, money, our bodies, our kids… are all affected by things that happened between us and our parents or those that raised us in our childhood. And The Parent Work™ is a unique approach that has helped thousands change the way they operate in their lives by often having one profound conversation...with their parents.

Kavita supports her clients in breaking through those limiting subconscious patterns, so they can create deep levels of connection and love within themselves, and become the person they’re meant to be.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Ways that the need to be perfect can hold us back in our relationships

:: The tremendous way our relationships with our parents will affect us throughout life and what lights Kavita up with her work around this

:: A very personal example of a time that she was triggered and the conversations she experienced around sharing about these traumatic past events

:: The positive effect that opening up to her parents has had on her marriage and how you can take the first step to having similar conversations with your parents or caregivers

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/embrace-the-mess-kavita-j-patel-149

"Rise To Your Calling” with Kimothy Joy - 148 Feb 13, 2019

What would happen if you gave yourself the space to slow down, listen, and allow yourself to play? If you feel like you’ve been forcing an outcome in your work or your life, then episode 148 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with Kimothy Joy.

Kimothy Joy is a Denver-based artist who is passionate about creating artwork that uplifts and empowers women & girls. She partners with like-minded individuals like Melinda Gates, Reese Witherspoon’s HelloSunshine media team and others to create social-awareness campaigns that inspire thought and action.

Specializing in watercolor and ink drawings, she often paints portraits of heroines of past and present. Kimothy is the author of a book that was personally gifted to me, “That’s What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women” published by HarperWave.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: Why she took a hiatus from doing art and the way she was able to reconnect with it and turn her art into a career :: What the process looked like sharing her art on Instagram and then of starting an online store :: The mindset shifts Kimothy had to make in order to generate money from using her hands to create art :: How she turned her idea of writing a book into reality :: The way Kimothy is painting the world that she wants for her daughter and how her views of the world have changed since becoming a mother

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/rise-to-your-calling-kimothy-joy-148

“Falling in Love With Failure” with Abby Walker - 147 Feb 06, 2019

Have you ever questioned if it’s possible to build a profitable, successful business that brings you joy, freedom and peace without pushing, crushing, grinding? If so, then episode 147 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

This is a business love story about a working mom who built a hobby business on the side of her corporate career that now generates multiple seven figures per year.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend and client Abby Walker, who I just adore to pieces.

Abby is the CEO of Vivian Lou, a multi-million dollar company dedicated to helping women look and feel better in high heels. She shares how she was fueled by passion when she leaped from a corporate career to googling her way to a path of entrepreneurship.

She’s also the author of Strap on a Pair - A Middle-Aged, Middle-Management, Middle-Class Mom's Quest for Something More, written to inspire anyone who feels trapped in the daily grind to take the first step—or the next step—toward finding their something more.

Her mission as the CEO of Vivian Lou is to empower women to wear heels 4x longer without pain so they can focus more on their dreams and less on their feet.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Abby and I originally started working together, and what I feel is one of her superpowers

:: A time when Abby admits she had fallen out of love with business, and what got her out of it

:: How her past career in the corporate world led to her building a multiple 7-figure “hobby” business

:: The story of how and why she briefly returned to Corporate America and when she realized that she finally “made it” as an entrepreneur

:: When some of Abby’s best ideas come to her and the book she says that literally changed her life

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/falling-in-love-with-failure-abby-walker-147

“Fueling Your Inner Fire” with John Lee Dumas - 146 Jan 30, 2019

Are you willing to be patient enough and consistent enough to do the work that lights your soul on fire? If you know it’s time to pursue your dreams even when you see no clear path on how to achieve them, then episode 146 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In this episode, I get cozy with my friend John Lee Dumas.

John Lee Dumas is the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, an award winning podcast where he interviews inspiring Entrepreneurs who are truly ON FIRE. With over 2000 episodes, 1 million + listens a month, and seven-figures of annual revenue.

Some things we talk about are…

:: The power of consistency, patience, and following your heart

:: How imposter syndrome can hold us back

:: Why who you spend your time with matters

:: The one thing you should do before creating your next product or service

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at https://jadahsellner.com/fueling-your-inner-fire-jld-146

“Writing a Book That Changes You First” with Azul Terronez - 145 Jan 23, 2019

What if you didn’t have to find a big idea, but a small idea? If you’re looking to share your message through Ted talks and writing books, then episode 145 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with my friend and personal book coach, Azul Terronez, host of the Born to Write podcast. Azul helps authors and entrepreneurs write and publish books so they can reach more people, grow their brand, and share their message in an authentic way.

In our conversation he shares how he delivered a TEDx talk that reached over 1 million views and how he became Pat Flynn’s book coach for the book Will It Fly, which became a Wall Street Journal Bestseller.

Originally from California, Azul’s love for travel and discovery led him to purge most of his possessions and create a location independent lifestyle and business with his husband.

Some things we talk about are… :: How to cultivate authentic relationships and mentors in business and life that open up doors to new possibilities :: His counter-intuitive process to growing his Tedx talk to over 1 million views :: Simple tips, habits and strategies to write your book (not just talk about writing a book) in 30 days or less :: Why the mental game of writing a book is so critical to master

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at http://jadahsellner.com/writing-a-book-that-changes-you-first-azul-terronez-145

“How to Rewire Your Brain for Success” with Dr. Shannon Irvine - 144 Jan 16, 2019

Are you ready to reach your next level of success and follow your true calling? If you’ve been facing resistance, procrastination, self-doubt around a big dream that’s brewing in your belly, then episode 144 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with Dr. Shannon Irvine. She’s an Entrepreneur, High Achievement Mentor, Host of the Epic Success Podcast and Philanthropist.

She has a Ph.D. in Neuro-Psychology and helps her clients “neuro-hack” their success by harnessing the power of the brain to hardwire productivity, goal attainment, and high performance mindset mastery.

In this episode you’ll learn why our brains keep us stuck and how to retrain your thoughts so you can get what you want in life.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why connection (and customizing services for someone’s needs) matters

:: A breakdown moment for her and how she realized that she had been making performance determine her worth

:: How Shannon was able to shift the deep-seeded beliefs in her own mind

:: A timeline, tools and easy to implement strategies for rewiring your subconscious using her step-by-step process

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-rewire-your-brain-for-success-shannon-irvine-144

How I reflect, renew, and plan for the new year” - 143 Jan 09, 2019

Have you taken the time to really close out a chapter in your life, so you can fully step into what’s next? If you’re feeling ready to create an expanded vision for your life, but haven’t taken the time to pause and reflect on what you’ve already accomplished, then episode 143 of the Lead with Love Podcast is for you.

In this solo episode, I’ll share my process for how I close out the end of year, so I have the space to think and dream about what I want to focus on next, and the schedule I prepared for my husband and I to reflect on 2018 and welcome in 2019.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What really inspires my goals (hint: it’s not money!)

:: 3 core things I do (and you can do too) to create the space and time to think and dream

:: What steps I take to start my annual review and planning and the supplies you’ll need

:: A big realization and shift I made around the writing of my new book

:: Why you’ll want to write your dreams down and say them out loud

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/how-i-reflect-renew-for-new-year-jadah-sellner-143

“Honor The Season You’re In” with Kate Northrup - 142 Jan 02, 2019

Are you called to do less in your life? If you’re looking for another way to do work and live a more meaningful life without the badge of burnout, then episode 142 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with entrepreneur, bestselling author, and momma, Kate Northrup. We talk about creativity, motherhood, and a new way to approach productivity.

Kate supports ambitious, motivated and successful women to light up the world without burning themselves out in the process. Committed to empowering women entrepreneurs to create their most successful businesses while navigating motherhood.

Kate is the founder and CEO of Origin Collective, a monthly membership site where women all over the world gather to achieve more while doing less. Her first book, Money: A Love Story, has been published in 5 languages. Kate’s work has been featured by The Today Show, Yahoo! Finance, Women’s Health, Glamour, and The Huffington Post, and she’s spoken to audiences of thousands with Hay House, Wanderlust, USANA Health Sciences, and more.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why “leading with love” means something different for Kate now versus what it did a few years ago

:: What makes good boundaries and how they make life easier for everyone

:: How she realized that she was playing small in her life and business and the money and mindset blocks she had to overcome

:: Her journey to having a 7-figure business and how she turned “pro”

:: How her “Do Less” philosophy was born and how it can help you achieve more

:: The way that Kate honors the season she’s in - and helps others do the same

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/honor-the-season-youre-in-kate-northup-142

“Power, Liberation and Love” with Elizabeth DiAlto - 141 Dec 19, 2018

Are you looking to create and lead with more joy? If you want to fully own who you are and enjoy the process along the way, then episode 141 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

I get cozy with Elizabeth DiAlto, an Integrative Spiritual counselor, creator of Wild Soul Movement, an author, and the host of the popular Truth Telling with Elizabeth DiAlto podcast. We talk about doing business your way, reclaiming our power, how to lean into uncomfortable conversations imperfectly, and even stand-up comedy.

Known for her raw, honest, and grounded approach to self help and spirituality, Elizabeth has been a teacher, leader, speaker, coach and trainer to groups and individuals for 15+ years in three different industries.

Her greatest mission in this life is to help those who identify as women worldwide to reclaim and redefine their own womanhood, and contribute to a new paradigm of culture where it is both safe and natural for women to love, trust, and accept themselves fully.

In 2013, Shape Magazine listed her alongside Dr Oz, Ellen, Jillian Michaels, Tim Ferriss and more as a Top 30 Motivator. She has written for and been featured in Marie Claire, New York Magazine, SELF, Shape, The Huffington Post, US News and Health Report, Yahoo! News and many more.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How she’s challenged a common definition of “power” and what the word really means to her

:: Why she isn’t interested in being a “guru” and how she has decided to lead others instead

:: How she guards her own time and the practices and rituals she’s put in place to do this

:: Her shift to deeper conversations and how she’s influencing others to take a stand too

:: Why sharing her voice now as a stand-up comic has been such a natural transition for Elizabeth and her big goals for her career

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/power-liberation-love-elizabeth-dialto-141

“Remembering & Reigniting Our Sacred Dreams” with Tererai Trent - 140 Dec 12, 2018

Are you ready to own your sacred dream that is for the betterment of your community? If you have personal goals, but you know you have a dream that is bigger than yourself, that is full of purpose and service, then this episode is for you.

In episode 140 of the Lead with Love podcast and in today’s conversation, I get cozy with Oprah’s “favorite guest of all time” Dr. Tererai Trent. We talk about the baton of poverty, rituals, and love.

Dr. Trent is one of the world’s most acclaimed voices for women’s empowerment and quality education She is the founder of Tererai Trent International, an educator and motivational speaker.

She has published two highly acclaimed children’s books and is the author of the award winning, The Awakened Woman – Remembering & Reigniting Our Sacred Dreams. Tererai serves as the president of The Awakened Woman, LLC, a company dedicated to empowering women with tools to thrive as they achieve their dreams.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Her dreams as a young child and the inspiration for her knowing that she could achieve them

:: Tererai’s experiences growing up not being allowed access to education and why she feels that education is so key for current and future generations

:: Why Tererai calls her 5th dream the “Sacred Dream” and how she is striving to create more education for young girls and boys worldwide

:: Her favorite rituals that help her stay connected to her dreams and why she feels rituals are needed for all of us

:: The journey of writing her own book and releasing her message, including the challenges she faced

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/remembering-reigniting-our-sacred-dreams-tererai-trent-140/

"Protecting the Queen Bee in Your Business” with Mike Michalowicz - 139 Dec 05, 2018

Are you ready to increase your financial health, empower your team, and create work from your soul? If you believe money is a form of freedom, but is not the end game, then this episode is for you.

In episode 139 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with Mike Michalowicz who is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion dollar companies, which he launched before his 35th birthday. Mike sold his first company to private equity and his second firm to a Fortune 500.

He’s the author of Clockwork, Profit First, and many more. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and the former business makeover specialist on MSNBC. He’s on a mission to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty, so you don’t want to miss this conversation.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Who we shouldn’t forget about when leading with love

:: What Mike means when he says that we should be “putting life back into business”

:: His journey to becoming a self-made millionaire, losing it all and the pivotal moment that set him on the path to where he is today

:: What a successful business really is and some common misconceptions that people often have about entrepreneurs

:: What is the “QBR”, how to identify it in your business and why knowing it is crucial

:: How he plans to take an “operation vacation”, the challenges he faces with it and why it should be a goal for all entrepreneurs

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/protecting-queen-bee-in-your-business-mike-michalowicz-139

“Permission to Build Slowly” - 138 Nov 28, 2018

Where in your business or life are you pushing too hard? Where are you willing to release the pressure of over perfecting and pushing so you can create more time and space for creativity and flow? If you’re looking for a new way of doing business, one that’s more aligned with you and your purpose, then episode 138 of the Lead with Love Podcast is for you.

In this solo episode, I’m talking about giving ourselves permission to build slowly.

Building slowly is counter intuitive to most people in the business space. It’s all about fast growth, high performance and increasing profits as quickly as possible.

And as a serial entrepreneur at heart, having built 4+ businesses, I fully acknowledge that all of those things are important. I’m a huge fan of profitability. I’m a huge fan of high performance. But it all needs to be aligned with purpose. It’s not about building fast just for the sake of building fast, as a way to gain that extra external validation. It’s about so much more than that. It’s about getting back to your why and to the root of what really matters.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What simplifying to simplify will do for your life and business

:: The concept of “whole living” and why it’s essential for us to be dedicating our time to doing it

:: What to consider when building a long-term vision for your business

:: A big mistake that entrepreneurs make when leaving the corporate world to go solo

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/permission-to-build-slowly-jadah-sellner-138

“How to Sustain Your Energy as a Leader” with Briana Borten - 137 Nov 21, 2018

If you’re looking to lead with more flow, love and sustainable energy to do work that really matters to you and the world, then this episode is for you.

In episode 137 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with wellness entrepreneur and peace engineer, Briana Borten.

Briana inspires people to live extraordinary, healthy lives and create what they want. At age 23, she opened The Dragontree Holistic Day Spa in Portland, Oregon, which has expanded to two additional spa locations with an herbal apothecary product line.

Briana is also the creator of The Rituals for Living Dreambook, a tool to help people achieve their life dreams; the founder of a non-profit to empower women to create lives they are inspired by; and (her favorite passion project) leading transformational group energy programs with Love Rising.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Briana is bringing love to the team she works with and why she feels it’s a requirement to have

:: Her approach to difficult conversations and what can happen when you change the lens through which you view others

:: What gave her the confidence to start her own business at age 21 and open a new spa at 23

:: The difference between sustained energy and “cheerleading” energy

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/sustain_your_energy_briana_borten_137

"Unlock Your Message” with TEDx Coach Jill Wesley -136 Nov 14, 2018

Are you a leader who wants to ignite a movement and change the world through speaking? If you’ve got something to say, this episode is for you.

In episode 136 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with my friend and speaking coach, Jill Wesley, the creator of the Science + Soul of Speaking™— a unique way to truly “show up” in your talks.

Jill is the speaker coach for TEDxSanFrancisco and over the past 25 years she’s trained and coached over 80,000 executives and high-performing employees in some of the world's top companies (LinkedIn, Twitter, Stanford Law School, NFL Players Association). I personally had the opportunity to have Jill as my speaking coach as I prepared for my first TEDx talk.

Jill is dedicated to working with people whose work makes a difference, including speakers in the fields of leadership, technology, science, journalism, pro sports, entertainment and social justice. Some of her clients have won Super Bowls, Pulitzer Prizes and Emmys®.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How to unlock your message and share it with the world

:: My own experience with my TEDx talk

:: The hesitation, procrastination and fears that come up when you’re preparing to deliver a message that matters to you

:: How to identify if your message is sticky

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/unlock_your_message_jill_wesley_136

“Serve First, Then Scale” - 135 Oct 24, 2018

Have you found yourself feeling a little behind? Like you can’t catch up? When you pause to look at the big picture of life, you see so many people around you making dents in the universe, and you feel like your contribution doesn’t really matter.

If your confidence feels shaken, and you need a reminder of your greatness, then this solo episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

As the co-founder of Simple Green Smoothies where we grew our community to over 1 million followers across our email subscribers, Instagram followers and Facebook fans, our heart and attention was on service, not on scale.

In this episode, I’m going to share a powerful reframe that will help you show up and serve without doubting your brilliance or dragging your confidence down.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Some mistakes many businesses are making when it comes to scaling their operations [2:08]

:: 3 things to focus on before beginning to scale [3:13]

:: What questions we can ask ourselves in order to truly connect with the people in our community [14:23]

:: What to do if you find yourself in the “comparison trap” [15:44]

:: Some challenges I have for you to do that will totally change your business - starting today [20:58]

You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/serve-first-then-scale-jadah-sellner-135

“Where Your Power Is” with Tara McMullin - 134 Oct 17, 2018

What if we committed to making our businesses a catalyst for change? If you want to do business differently and embrace being a pioneer, rebel and culture maker in your industry, then episode 134 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you. I get cozy with sought after speaker, educator, and one of CreativeLive’s best selling Money & Life experts, Tara McMullin.

Tara is on a mission to turn today’s small business owners into tomorrow’s economic powerhouses. She’s the founder of CoCommercial, a platform for helping small business owners work together to achieve their business goals. Entrepreneur named her podcast, What Works, one of 24 top women-hosted podcasts for business owners. Tara’s work has been featured in Fast Company, Inc, DailyWorth, Forbes, and The Huffington Post.

In this episode, you’ll learn why it’s important for us to tear down the power structures we’ve been trying to step away from and the power of building community first.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Why Tara moved from a traditional scaled coaching business to focus on building community first

:: How to see the biggest barrier the people in your community are facing right now

:: Tara’s intention in building CoCommercial membership without using her personal brand to grow it and the challenges that she’s faced along the way

:: How products can evolve through multiple iterations over many years

:: Her experiences in operating a brick and mortar business and why she feels her latest business is now like a “toddler” in many ways

:: What she’s most proud of about the team she’s built and where a lot of business owners go wrong here when doing this

:: We’ll also talk about the one skill that every entrepreneur needs

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/where-your-power-is-tara-mcmullin-134

“How to Overcome Your Inner Critic” with Amy Ahlers - 133 Oct 10, 2018

What would be possible if you stopped being hard on yourself? How much of your energy would be freed up? If you’re a woman stepping into more leadership so you can do big work in the world, then episode 133 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

I get cozy with one of my favorite people in the world, Amy Ahlers. Amy is a master coach, featured keynote speaker on stages at places like Google and Oracle, the host of the Amy Ahlers Show podcast, and the bestselling author of Big Fat Lies Women Tell Themselves and Reform Your Inner Mean Girl.

Amy is on a mission to STOP women from self-bullying and being so darn hard on themselves. She’s created transformational programs such as Inner Mean Girl Reform School (with Christine Arylo), Find Your Calling (with Martha Beck and Lissa Rankin) & Lift-Off Business Academy, and now facilitates programs to help transform the corporate culture for women so they can Shine, Rise and Lead.

In this episode, you’ll learn a simple 3-step process that can help you overcome your inner critic, in every single arena of your life.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: What patterns you can start to notice in yourself and the stand you can take to overcome your own inner critic

:: What happens to our “inner mean girls” as we get older

:: The job of the inner critic and Amy’s Wake-up Call 3-step process for quieting that voice inside your head

:: How to bring your inner mean girl out of the shadows and into the light so she can be healed

:: How to use this simple process with our children, so they can tune into their own inner critic and their inner wisdom

:: What we can do to heal our addiction to achievement if you happen to fall in the “achievement junkie” category

:: ...and what it means for us as women stepping into bigger leadership roles in our careers and lives

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/how-to-overcome-your-inner-critic-amy-ahlers-133

“Saying Yes To The Next Level” with Rachel Rodgers - 132 Oct 03, 2018

Do you wonder what it takes to grow a million dollar business? Especially when you have a big family and big ambitions to make a big impact in the world? If you have big entrepreneurial visions, but don’t want to lose sleep and sanity in the process, then this episode is for you.

In episode 132 of the Lead with Love podcast, Rachel Rodgers and I have an honest conversation about the ups and downs of the entrepreneur journey as a CEO, mom and wife.

Rachel Rodgers is the founder of Hello Seven where she helps entrepreneurs grow seven figure businesses. Rachel is an intellectual property lawyer and a business coach, and she’s also one of the guest mentors for my Love Over Metrics Incubator.

Rachel has built her own seven-figure business while raising three kids, and she knows it’s possible to have it all – family, success, money, impact and eight hours of sleep.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

Why loving yourself and leading by example is so important in business
What is really happening when you undervalue your services
How Rachel shifted her business from offline to online, and a peek behind the scenes of her first launch
What being an entrepreneur and a mother looks like (the good and the bad)
The power of having others show you that something is possible and the positive influences in Rachel’s journey in business
Why a strong “home team” is just as important as your business one and what Rachel’s work team looks like now
We also talk about biggest fears and how entrepreneurship can bring security

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/saying-yes-to-next-level-rachel-rogers-132

“A Conversation Around Boundaries” with Alexandra Jamieson and Bob Gower - 131 Sep 26, 2018

The one thing I’ve learned in business and life, is how important it is for us to expand our toolbox on how to have brave, vulnerable, and sometimes challenging conversations. If you want more tools to communicate your boundaries, desires and needs, then this episode is for you.

In episode 131 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with two dear friends of mine, husband and wife Bob Gower and Alexandra Jamieson, and authors of the new book Getting to Hell Yes. We talk about how to have honest conversations with people you work with and people you love.

Alexandra Jamieson is the best-selling author of Women, Food & Desire, co-creator and co-star of the Oscar-nominated documentary Super Size Me, and highly-sought-after wellness expert and coach to creative, professional women who want it all..

Bob Gower is the author of Agile Business: A Leader's Guide to Harnessing Complexity and

and has advised leaders at numerous companies—including GE, Ford, Chanel, PG&E, and Spotify—in creating more effective organizations.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: Taking a stand with your clients in order for them to have more love in their own lives

:: The importance of boundaries and honest conversations in work and life

:: Why finances aren’t the only metrics bigger companies should be looking at

:: Giving voice to our “secret shames”

:: What was going through Alex’s mind before publishing her viral blog post

:: The ways Bob and Alex are able to navigate a relationship while both being in the public eye

:: Where the idea for their new book, Getting to Hell Yes, came from and the powerful 4-part structure featured in it

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/conversation-around-boundaries-alexandra-jamieson-bob-gower-131

"How I Met Prince and Justin Timberlake" - 130 Sep 19, 2018

Yes, it’s true! I met and got to spend time with Prince and Justin Timberlake. And I’m going to share my mindset around relationship building and belonging, so you can see how these opportunities happened.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong, or you’ve struggled to create deep connections with people you admire, then solo episode 130 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

I’ll share two stories on how I met two amazing musical icons, Prince and Justin Timberlake, to help illustrate where true belonging starts from.

Creating community isn’t just about increasing the number of likes on your posts or getting more email subscribers, it’s about creating a space where people feel the ABC’s of love: Acknowledgement, Belonging, Connection.

In episode 130, I’ll share lessons that I’ve learned on my personal quest to feeling like I belong and why belonging is really a choice.

:: What I realized about belonging while growing a community to over 1 million people [2:18]

:: How consistency relates to belonging and an example of this from my life [3:40]

:: A strategy I use to reframe rejection [6:48]

:: The ways I have chose into belonging with influential people like Prince and Justin Timberlake [10:58]

:: My secret to relationship building [24:18]

You can find full show notes over at:

https://jadahsellner.com/prince-and-justin-timberlake-jadah-sellner-130

“Exploring Your Next Chapter” with Grace Kraaijvanger - 129 Sep 12, 2018

If you’ve surrendered to the calling of your life’s work and you’re seeking to create your next chapter, then episode 129 of the Lead with Love podcast will really speak to you.

I get cozy with Grace Kraaijvanger, speaker, business mentor, and the founder of The Hivery, a co-working space and community where women can create, express themselves and receive authentic support as they change careers, start businesses, or take time off to pursue a passion.

The Hivery was awarded “Best Office Space in the U.S. and Canada” by Wayfair, Inc. in 2017, and Grace and The Hivery have been featured in Domino, Huffington Post and Entrepreneur. If you fall in love with Grace and what she stands for, I invite you to join us in San Francisco at The Hivery’s Entrepreneur + Inspiration Lab with an amazing lineup, including Marie Forleo and Dr. Tererai Trent.

I’ll be speaking about: How to Grow Your Community, Increase Engagement and Serve Your Tribe with Love, so you can spark a high-growth movement, build a deeper relationship with your fans and customers.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: The importance of core values and what you want your business to be known for and how it informs every decision you make

:: How to respond to ideas that keep creeping back into you mind and how to turn a dream you may have been sitting on for many years into reality

:: The resistance Grace faced starting a brick and mortar business (from others and herself) but why she didn’t let it stop her

:: What essential ingredients she used to build a thriving in-person community with The Hivery and a major challenge Grace has faced in building the community, and how this obstacle led to new opportunities

:: How to help women recognize they are worthy enough to invest in themselves and their dreams

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/exploring-your-next-chapter-grace-kraaijvanger-129

“Permission to Speak Your Truth” with Jasmine Star - 128 Sep 05, 2018

In episode 128 of Lead with Love, I get cozy with photographer and business strategist Jasmine Star, who inspires us to speak our truth.

Jasmine dropped out of law school to pursue her dreams of being a photographer. In less than three years, she built an internationally recognized and award-winning business and has grown her social platforms to over 700,000 followers.

Jasmine consults with business owners on how they can use social media to build a brand and grow their businesses. In this episode, Jasmine shares tangible strategies to create social conversations and build community online in an authentic way.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

:: How Jasmine really began to understand what it was to be a business owner, and the mindset shifts she made along the way

:: What she did when she realized she wanted to pivot and build her own personal brand - and how she finally gave herself permission to do it

:: How to make online conversations a part of your daily workflow

:: Top tips and content creation strategies for sharing on Instagram

:: The reasons Jasmine didn’t want to build a community online at first, but why she realized she :: had to

And my favorite takeaway from this conversation… speak your truth

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/permission-to-speak-your-truth-jasmine-star-128

"Push, Pause, Pivot" - 127 Aug 29, 2018

If you’re in a place of overwhelm and uncertainty, and you’re not sure what direction to move in next, this solo episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

When we’re creating meaningful work in the world and have a vision to make a bigger impact for the communities we serve, we find ourselves in these different seasons of productivity (and some might even seem counterintuitive).

In episode 127 of Lead with Love, I talk about a question that’s been stirring in my heart and head over the past month and now I’m asking you...

How do you know when to push, when to pause and when to pivot?

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: What pausing is really all about and why it can be so important

:: How you can find opportunities by pivoting

:: What to consider when in each phase and how you may be creating unnecessary pressure for yourself

:: What can you can do right now and a special invitation I have for you

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/push-pause-pivot-jadah-sellner-127

“Rich in Purpose” with Nicole Walters - 126 Aug 22, 2018

If you want to make money in a way that feels aligned with your purpose and soul, you’ll love episode 126 of the Lead with Love podcast with Nicole Walters. By age 28, Nicole was a highly-paid executive at a Fortune 500 company, managing multibillion dollar accounts.

She quit her corporate job live on Periscope in front of 10,000 people because her job was feeding her family, but not her soul.

Nicole was able to build a steady, seven-figure gig on her own terms by opening her own private business and product development consulting firm, The Monetized Life. She now teaches everyday entrepreneurs how to earn “passive income” through her wildly popular online course, 1K1Day at NicoleWalters.tv

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: Why it’s important to look at the whole person and not just look at people as numbers

:: Making leaps into the unknown and the fear that comes along with it

:: Accessibility, wealth, and “rich friends”

:: How to leverage stories and online visibility in your business

:: What to automate and what not to automate in business

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/rich-in-purpose-nicole-walters-126

“Exploring Identity, Privilege and Power” with Trudi Lebron - 125 Aug 15, 2018

In episode 125 of Lead with Love, I have a powerful conversation with Trudi Lebron, the co-host of That’s Not How That Works podcast.

Trudi D. Lebron is a coach for entrepreneurs and leaders who want to use their work to create more equity, sustainability, and community in the world.

In today’s episode, we explore identity, privilege and power and how we as leaders can create a safe space for the communities that we serve.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: What barriers exist in the world today and how we can start lowering them

:: Trudi’s favorite tools for building environments where all people can feel safe and thrive

:: Her advice for people using public platforms to share political beliefs

:: The difference between saying that you accept everyone and building processes that are really meant to serve everyone

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/identity-privilege-power-trudi-lebron-125

“Love Over Metrics Spotlight” - 124 Aug 08, 2018

Today is a unique episode. I get cozy with three female founders who are choosing to lead with love in their business and lives. I’ve personally worked with and mentored these women over the past year in the Love Over Metrics Incubator - loveovermetrics.com

In episode 124 of Lead with Love, you’ll meet: Meri Cherry, founder of Meri Cherry Art Studio in Los Angeles California, Nikki Silvestri, Founder and CEO of Soil and Shadow, Co-Founder of Live Real and former Executive Director of People's Grocery and Green for All, and Julia and Megan, Co-Founders for KidArtLit.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

From Meri…

:: What fears she had growing her business to the next level

:: Some of the key wins Meri has had over the past year and a big lesson she’s learned from Love Over Metrics

:: How Meri manages to balance a busy business and being a mother

From Nikki…

:: Why Nikki decided to build her business leading with love first

:: Her transformation into a CEO and mom, all while only working 20 hours a week

:: Who Nikki feels that Love Over Metrics is really designed for

From Julia & Megan…

:: The story of how they met and whether or not they had fears around working together to build a business

:: What the startup phase looked like and why building a platform first was so important for them

:: Why they both decided to join Love Over Metrics and the wins they’ve had in just the last year

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/love-over-metrics-spotlight-124

“Creating for an Audience of One” with Srinivas Rao - 123 Jul 25, 2018

If you’re questioning everything and not sure which way is up, episode 123 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

I get cozy with Srinivas Rao, the author of a Wall Street Journal bestseller book, The Art of Being Unmistakable. We talk about dark chapters in life, the role our environment plays on our behavior and mindset, and what to do when you’re in a big transition in your career and life.

Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, where he’s interviewed more than 700 people ranging from bank robbers to billionaires. Guests have included Tim Ferriss, Elle Luna, Seth Godin and 100’s of others.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: How a rough period in Srini’s life forced him to question everything and be more vulnerable which led to the creation of his first book

:: What role our environment plays on our behavior and mindset, and 3 steps to take now if you’re in a dark place in your life

:: How to create things that you’re proud to put your signature on and find joy in the process

:: We also explore his newest book, An Audience of One which covers innovation, creativity, and productivity and what it really means to create for an “audience of one” and the ultimate paradox about it

You can find full show notes over at:

https://jadahsellner.com/creating-for-audience-of-one-srinivas-rao-123

“Taking Imperfect Action” - 122 Jul 18, 2018

In episode 122 of Lead with Love, I’m challenging myself to do something I always tell my community to do.

Take Imperfect Action

I had a summer flu that kicked my butt to the moon and back. Being out of commission for 2 weeks threw the little momentum I’d gained right out the window. Instead of hustling in high gear, I was hibernating with Zicam, antibiotics and fluids.

I felt so guilty, and before I knew it, I found myself in that spiral of badgering myself, overthinking and questioning everything.

Isn’t it crazy how a small set back can make you question everything that you’re doing?

So to get out of my head and back into motion, I’m going to take my own advice.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

What to do when life throws you a curveball and you get off track
What can happen when we only present the “polished” version of ourselves to the world
How to truly express ourselves and serve in a bigger way
An example of the way one of my clients recently took imperfect action and a special challenge I have for each of you

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/taking-imperfect-action-jadah-sellner-122

“Expressing Your Voice as a Leader” with Pam Slim - 121 Jul 11, 2018

Are you ready to step into your next level of leadership? If you want an honest conversation about how to trust yourself as a leader, learn how to handle rejection, and serve your community authentically, this episode is for you.

In episode 121 of Lead with Love, I get cozy with Pamela Slim, the author of two best-selling books: Escape from Cubicle Nation and Body of Work Finding the Thread That Ties Your Story Together.

Pam is a small business coach who advises very large companies on how to understand and connect with small business owners today. She is frequently quoted as a business expert in press such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: The perspective on leadership Pam gained from her time in the corporate world –– including why leadership is a choice

:: What motivated Pam to journey from her corporate job to entrepreneurship and tips she has for others looking to make that leap

:: What Pam has learned over the years of building communities and how she is now practicing this in her local community

:: The biggest challenges Pam has faced in opening a brick and mortar business

:: Why we shouldn’t play small or hesitate to share our opinions

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/expressing-your-voice-as-leader-pam-slim-121

“How to Balance Growth and Sustainability” - 120 Jun 27, 2018

In today’s solo episode, I want to talk about how you can build a business with intention and not just rebuild what you just left.

Maybe you’ve exited a toxic company culture that was not a fit and you started your own company to lead a team in a new, inspiring way.

Or maybe you’re like me and your body of work is evolving into something new. You’ve had a heart whisper calling you to the next chapter of your journey.

Or maybe you run your own business, but it feels like it’s running you, and you know something has to change to reach that next level of growth. Because you are so over the overwhelm of overworking.

I help high impact women grow their businesses in a sustainable way that does not compromise their health, relationships, and sanity.

And what I’ve noticed with my own clients is they struggle with three things.

1. Clarity. Identifying the direction they’re moving in and what next steps to take to make it happen.

Overwhelm. Doing all the things all the time without asking for help.
Isolation. Feeling disconnected from themselves, their vision and a community on the same path.

Some things I talk about are…

:: A trap we can all get caught in when it comes to running our businesses

:: What the first step to balancing growth is

:: Action steps you can take now to figuring out what it is you really want

:: Why working harder and longer isn’t the answer - and what to do instead

:: The 3 A’s for clarity - are you doing them?

:: What communicating stronger boundaries can do for your life and business

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/balance-growth-and-sustainability-jadah-sellner-120

“Business, Babies and Bottom Lines” with Jill Stanton - 119 Jun 20, 2018

Have you ever found yourself wondering if you have what it takes to step into that next level of leadership in your business, especially when it comes to growing your community and team while raising a family? If you want a real and honest conversation about the behind the scenes of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you.

In 119 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with my dear friend and fellow community builder, Jill Stanton, co-founder of Screw the Nine to Five.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: The one skill that Jill is working on now that is helping her become a more effective leader and show love to others –– including how they’re building their team differently

:: What proved to Jill that money could be made online and the important role that her husband Josh played in this

:: What’s been surprising about motherhood and business, along with sharing what a typical day at home looks like for her (pre and post-baby)

:: Jill and Josh’s first launch and the powerful lessons she took from it –– including why they presell everything they offer

:: Her experiences running a membership community and the shifts she’s choosing to make now to establish more boundaries in her life

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/business-babies-bottom-lines-jill-stanton-119

“Authentically Being Boss” with Kathleen Shannon - 118 Jun 13, 2018

Have you ever wanted someone to lift the curtain and tell the truth about the messiness of motherhood and business, share what it takes to have a business partner, and be super honest about imposter syndrome on social media? If you want a backstage pass to what it really looks like to being your own boss when time is your most precious asset, this episode is for you.

In episode 118 of the Lead with Love podcast, I get cozy with Kathleen Shannon, the co-host of the popular podcast (and now published book), Being Boss.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: Imposter syndrome and how metrics and numbers can completely skew our perception of the humans behind social media accounts

:: What a business partner is and isn’t and ways to make business partnerships work

:: Share behind the scenes of the book writing process and the challenges faced along the way

:: What a day looks like for Kathleen when things don’t quite go according to the plan with kids at home

You can find full show notes over at https://jadahsellner.com/authentically-being-boss-kathleen-shannon-118

“Love: The Secret to Money Mindset” with Denise Duffield-Thomas - 117 Jun 06, 2018

If you’ve ever found yourself feeling blocked around money, and yet you know you want more freedom, more money, and more flow in your life, then episode 117 is for you.

Heads up! This is an ear muffs conversation with some adult profanity, so if you have little ones, you may want to plug in your headphones.

In today’s conversation, I get cozy with Denise Duffield-Thomas, the money mindset mentor and author. Denise’s best-selling books give a fresh and funny road-map to create a successful life and business –– by helping women release their fear of money and take back control over their finances.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: Why your pricing is not a literal translation of your worth as a human being.

:: How Denise has aligned her baby making with money making

:: She also shares her earliest memories about money as a child and the language she uses with her kids now (I’ve already starting using this with my daughter and it works right away)

:: How women can start having a more honest conversation about money - without it being so “taboo”

You can find full show notes over at

https://jadahsellner.com/love-secret-to-money-mindset-denise-duffield-thomas-117

“Living the Unconventional Life” with Chris Guillebeau - 116 May 30, 2018

If you’ve ever found yourself pursuing the unconventional path in life, then episode 116 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.

In today’s conversation, I talk with Chris Guillebeau, the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup (one of my favorite books), Side Hustle, and other books. During a lifetime of self-employment that included a four-year commitment as a volunteer executive in West Africa, he visited every country in the world (193 in total) before his 35th birthday. His daily podcast, Side Hustle School, is downloaded more than two million times a month.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: how to build a community from scratch

:: what Chris does to stop comparing himself to others (and he admits this is an ongoing process)

:: balancing criticism and connection - and why not everything you write has to land with everyone

:: The path to take if you want to speak at an event like World Domination Summit - and the one thing you should never ask

You can find the full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/living-the-unconventional-life-chris-guillebeau-116

“How to overcome your addiction to achievement” with Julie Santiago - 115 May 23, 2018

If you’ve ever found yourself addicted to achieving and accomplishing more and more, and yet it never seems like it’s enough, this episode is for you.

In episode 115, I get cozy with my dear friend, Julie Santiago, the author of Awaken: 6 Sacred Steps to Remember Who You Are & Why You're Here.

Julie Santiago is an inspirational speaker, the creator of The Gratitude Circle with over 40,000 members, and a spiritual catalyst for women who are longing to find something “more” in their lives. As a certified master life coach, initiated priestess, kundalini yoga teacher, she has led thousands of women through her private coaching, group trainings and retreats.

Today, Julie draws from her personal experience and years of deep soul initiation to guide women to break through their fear, discover their purpose, and awaken to their personal truth.

What you’ll hear (and don’t want to miss!)

:: How the “addiction to achievement” can stop us from feeling worthy, along with some tips on how you can overcome it

:: Julie’s personal story of gratitude and how it led to the creation and growth of an online community of over 40,000 people (and the lessons she’s learned from building it)

:: Why we need both masculine and feminine leadership to thrive

You can find the full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/overcome-addiction-to-achievement-julie-santiago-115

"Embracing Rejection as Redirection" with Amber Rae - 114 May 16, 2018

What do you do when things don’t work out the way you expected? Today’s guest, published author of Choose Wonder over Worry, Amber Rae gives us the answer. It’s all about “Embracing Rejection as Redirection.”

In this episode, I dive deeper into what that means for Amber Rae. She truly leans into this question through her curiosity with experiments –– not always knowing what the outcome will be on the other side. And one of those experiments we talk about is actually how she got her book deal.

Amber Rae is an author, artist, and speaker whose work invites you to live your truth and connect with your emotions. Her public art has spread to more than 20 countries and her personal stories and online musings has reached more than 5 million people in 195 countries.

What you’ll hear (and don’t want to miss!)

:: A period of Amber’s life where she wasn’t acting from a place of love, and how her core principles developed because of this

:: How she helps others with anxiety in the workplace and what this work looks like

:: The way Amber manages her fear around disappointing others

:: How she decides what (and how much) to share on social media

You can find the full show notes over at : https://jadahsellner.com/embracing-rejection-as-redirection-amber-rae-114

"Following Feelings Over Formulas" - 113 May 09, 2018

If you consider yourself an overthinker and you want to quiet the self-doubt so you can trust yourself, your body and your intuition, today’s solo episode is for you. I talk about following your feelings over formulas, and I believe there is a call (especially if you’re stepping into leadership) for us to release the “training wheels” of formulas, templates, and checklists.

When we start following our feelings, our heart and our body, we’ll quiet that mental chatter of beating ourselves up, as well as not allowing ourselves to get beat up from the outside world.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

One quote that validates everything for me around our feelings [3:43]
Two ways we can make learning easier [5:38]
What is our Self 1 and Self 2 - and why it’s important to be aware of them [10:48]
How to get the clearest possible picture of your desired outcomes [12:28]
Ways you can start learning how to trust yourself [15:41]
How to see what is happening - without judgment [22:03]
Actions steps for you to take (and how I do things in my own life) [27:38]

FIND full show notes here: https://jadahsellner.com/feelings-over-formulas-jadah-sellner-113

“The Know, LOVE and Trust Factor” with Chris Ducker - 112 May 02, 2018

In this episode of Lead with Love, I talk with my friend Chris Ducker, the bestselling author of Virtual Freedom and founder of youpreneur.com — the entrepreneurial mastermind community that helps experts become the go-to leader in their industry.

Chris has built several businesses since venturing into the world of entrepreneurship in 2004, which today collectively house over 450 full-time employees and generates a multi-seven-figure annual revenue.

I love Chris’ approach to building a personal brand to support your business by becoming “somebody’s favorite.” He goes deeper into this process in this episode as well as in his newest book The Rise of the Youpreneur.

What you’ll hear (and don’t want to miss!)

:: When Chris knew he really wanted to make a difference by helping others - and the “scandalous” story that goes with this

:: The importance of paying it forward by always honoring your mentors

:: We also talk about why you don’t need a huge following now to make a true impact online

:: How to lead with intention, as a parent and spouse and how to stay connected with your family

You can find the full show notes over at : https://jadahsellner.com/know-love-trust-factor-chris-ducker-112

“The Art of Doing Less and Making More” with Amy Porterfield - 111 Apr 25, 2018

In episode 111 of Lead with Love, I talk to my dear friend and online marketing expert, Amy Porterfield. She’s the host of one of my favorite and top-ranked business podcasts, Online Marketing Made Easy, and the creator of some amazing bestselling marketing courses like List Builders Lab and Courses that Convert.

She deeply cares about serving and nurturing her global community of over 250,000 online entrepreneurs, and in this episode she shares how she does it.

What you’ll hear (and don’t want to miss!)

:: A time when Amy didn’t have compassion for herself – and the one mistake she couldn’t shake for years

:: Her advice for people wanting to grow an email list as quickly as possible

:: Tips for resetting and replenishing after burnout

:: And how she’s been able to infuse authenticity into her business (vulnerability hangovers

included)

You can find the full show notes over at : https://jadahsellner.com/doing-less-making-more-amy-porterfield-111

"Being Loyal to Your Dreams and Not Your Fears" with Tara Mohr -110 Apr 11, 2018

Loved my cozy convo with Tara Mohr, author of Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create and Lead. Tara’s book has made a tremendous impact on my life and I love sharing messages that speak to my heart + soul.

Tara has a unique + magical way of bridging the internal conversations that are running through the heads of women as we step into our leadership.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

:: Why Tara initially resisted her calling to step into the personal development space.

:: Ways she has been able to stay creatively engaged in sharing her work after offering her Playing Big leadership program for 7 years now.

:: Scaling in business and what Playing Big really means and having had several personal conversations with Tara –– how she defines Playing Big is not what you think.

You can find the full show notes over at : https://jadahsellner.com/being-loyal-your-dreams-not-your-fears-tara-mohr-110

"Love is Leadership" with Jennifer Kem - 109 Apr 03, 2018

In episode 109 of Lead with Love, I am talking with my dear friend and brand strategist, Jen Kem.

In this episode, Jen shares when she was out of alignment in her business and what happened as a result, her thoughts about giving away your best content for free, and her heart project Femmefluence, a platform that supports women leaders to fully rise in their influence and their affluence so they can make an even greater impact in the world.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!)

Why Jen feels so strongly about having love as one of her core values, and how she sees it as an advantage in business
A period when she was out of alignment and the effect it had on her business
The messaging Jen heard as a child that had her “playing small”
Her 3-part framework for business success
How Jen is pursuing her vision of “Femmefluence”!

FIND full show notes at: https://jadahsellner.com/love-is-leadership-jen-kem-109

"Serve First and the Money will Follow" with Pat Flynn - 108 Mar 28, 2018

In this episode I talk with Pat Flynn, and he shares what introverts can do to best serve their audiences (I’m over here raising my hand because I am closer to the introvert side of the spectrum)! He also reveals his first experience with a hater and why he almost quit his business because of it. Pat also shares some recommendations for how people can stand out online in a crowded marketplace and so much more!

Pat is a father, husband, entrepreneur and host of The Smart Passive Income podcast, which I had the honor to be on just a few short years ago when I shared how to build a community online by hosting challenges to nurture your community (I packed all that up into my course, Build Your Challenge). He also has a podcast called Asked Pat, and between his two popular shows he’s had a combined total of over 50 million downloads!

Even though he has amazing numbers when it comes to his downloads and the revenue he’s been able to create, he is all about serving first and allowing the money to follow – which is what leading with love is all about.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE

How I was introduced to Pat’s work and the ways that it provided me inspiration for my own online business [4:15]
How Pat is able to lead with love – even while being a self-described “numbers nerd” [7:43]
What introverts can do to best serve their audiences [12:00]
The decision by Pat to allow his 8 year-old son to start his own YouTube channel, and the family conversation around it [15:14]
Pat’s first experience with a “hater” and why he almost quit his business because of it [17:22]
His recommendations for how people can stand out online in a crowded marketplace [23:56]
Some of the mistakes he’s made along the way – including the $15,000 lesson and what you can take from it [27:05]
What Pat thought passive income was when he first started his business versus how he views it now [33:28]
The ways he stays creatively inspired and why he still feels that podcasting is the #1 platform for crafting a message [38:45]
Pat’s powerful mission and vision for entrepreneurship [45:15]

FIND full show notes at: http://jadahsellner.com/serve-first-money-will-follow-pat-flynn-108

5 Simple Rules to Build Your Community with Heart | World Domination Summit Keynote - 107 Mar 21, 2018

This week’s episode is a recording of my very first keynote talk at Chris Guillebeau’s World Domination Summit, when I spoke in front of 3,000 people. I kicked off my keynote with a very personal spoken word poem that I wrote in celebration of finding true love in life, but not without some adversity, lessons and challenges along the way. It’s my truth and my story as a married female business owner of color, with a young daughter by my side, big dreams and a whole lot of ambition.

In this episode I share my rocky and honest journey as an entrepreneur, plus I share 5 simple strategies I used to grow the company I co-founded, Simple Green Smoothies, where I helped grow our community to over 400,000 Instagram followers, over 300,000 Facebook fans and 355,000 email subscribers. And I did this by leading with love and service first, and allowing the numbers to follow.

If you think friends in your life could benefit from this episode, then I encourage you to share it with them. I don’t think there are many entrepreneurs that talk about the behind-the-scenes of when it gets really messy in relationships, and I really put it all out on the table in this one. I’m so happy to share this keynote presentation that I did with you today, so enjoy…

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE

• Why building a business is a lot like a relationship [7:06] • 3 things that have helped me (and will help you) find the perfect match in love and business [9:07] • The moment that I realized something had to change in my life – and what I decided to do about it [15:17] • What imperfect action I took, starting to multiple businesses, to move towards where I wanted my family to be [18:07] • 5 rules to building your community with heart [24:22] FIND full show notes at: http://jadahsellner.com/5-simple-rules-to-build-your-community-heart-107

"Owning the True Expression of Who We Are" with Sarah Jenks - 106 Mar 13, 2018

In today’s episode I talk with my dear friend, Sarah Jenks about transitions and what it looks like when we give ourselves permission to fall apart; rebuilding businesses from a place of magic and nature, and owning the true expression of who we are. We also talk about how to get back into the flow after being overwhelmed –– you don’t want to miss this part. Such a great reminder for all of us.

I met Sarah when she was leading her international program, Live More Weigh Less, which has been celebrated in publications such as Forbes, Parenting magazine and Martha Stewart living.

Sarah shares real, unfiltered stories about the messiness and magic of life in a weekly letter that reaches close to 100k women and you must follow her on Instagram she always keeps it real and makes me laugh out loud in the best way.

In our conversation, Sarah gets really honest about how she felt like she lost her freedom and sparkle in her life after having her first child.

And now she takes a stand for women to pull forward their most alive, confident, soulful self, so that we can end the pattern of taking scraps after everyone in our lives has feasted.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE

What leading with love means to Sarah and how she put love into practice in her own business [4:35]
What her “inner priestess” is really saying as she transforms her business and the ways she’s now honoring all parts of who she is [13:43]
How the process of becoming a mother changed Sarah in so many ways [16:23]
The way she is able to nurture such a beautiful community online [27:38]
What it looks like when we give ourselves permission to fall apart [30:53]
Sarah’s recipe for getting back into the flow after being overwhelmed [34:23]
Her big “Why” and the belief system she’s now doing away with to get there [40:38]
How she’s come to understand the importance of cycles in life [46:53]

FIND full show notes at: http://jadahsellner.com/owning-true-expression-who-we-are-sarah-jenks/

What’s Enough? – 105 Mar 06, 2018

Have you ever made a super-detailed to-do list, with the 100 things that you want to do in this lifetime? Or maybe you’re just thinking about how you want to feel? Maybe with all of these long lists, you feel like you’re not doing enough, don’t have enough or you are not enough? In this very first solo episode of Lead with Love, I’m going to share how we can create more space in our daily lives and answer the question, how much do you really need to live a full life?

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE

The powerful conversation that made me wonder what is enough [2:32]
What really happens when we start comparing ourselves to others [3:55]
My own “a-ha” moment around what was enough for me, and my journal entry about this [5:53]
Why we need to be aware of our state of mind and remember to take inventory of what is good in our lives [12:28]
What to create instead of a “to-do” list [17:43]

FIND full show notes here: http://jadahsellner.com/whats-enough-jadah-sellner-105

“Finding Magic in the Messy Middle" with Danielle LaPorte - 104 Feb 27, 2018

You’re listening to episode 104 of the Lead with Love podcast. This interview was originally on a Facebook live video, so here's the show notes link if you want to watch it (FIND full show notes here): http://jadahsellner.com/finding-magic-in-the-messy-middle-danielle-laporte-104/

In this cozy conversation about transitions, trust, and finding magic in the messy middle, I interview Danielle LaPorte. Her answers are super inspiring, real, and unfiltered (so kids wear your ear muffs!).

Danielle LaPorte is a writer, speaker, poet, business maven, mama, muse to many, and a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100. I love the way she shows up in the world, standing in her truth and leading with heart.

You can get your hands on Danielle’s newest book White Hot Truth: Clarity for Keeping It Real on Your Spiritual Path from One Seeker to Another.

Some things we talk about in today’s episode are…

How Danielle responds to a room full of strangers when asked, “so what do you do?”
Her reason for cutting her dreads (did you know she had them twice?!)
Why she took a break from the speaking circuit (and her thoughts about FOMO - fear of missing out)
You’ll learn a couple of different ways you can say “no” to opportunities that come your way
Transitions, rebranding, and her favorite way of connecting with her son (this simple, quick ritual is SO good, and I’ve already added it to my family routine)

I also asked a question that Danielle’s never been asked before and her answer was a good one! You’ll have to listen to find out which one it was. ;-)

I hope you’ve been enjoying the Lead with Love podcast. If you want more cozy conversations about business growth, love, and social impact, visit: www.jadahselllner.com I’d also love to hear what resonates with you the most? You can keep the conversation going on Facebook and Instagram.

Now let’s get to know Danielle LaPorte in today’s episode!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE

How Danielle answers the question, “What Do You Do?” [5:01]
Why she now incorporates spoken word poems into her speeches [8:25]
The reason Danielle is taking an intentional pause and saying “No” to opportunities [11:20]
How Danielle evolved and let go of any attachment to identity and brand [17:40]
What the transition looked moving away from 1-on-1 work and what she learned in the process [23:25]
Why everything Danielle does is a “heart project” [27:00]
The powerful message she has for Corporate America - right now [29:21]

"Making Decisions From Your Heart" with Marie Forleo - 103 Feb 20, 2018

In this conversation, you’ll get to know Marie Forleo. I discovered her when I joined her amazing online business program (that helps you fall in love with online marketing!) called B-School.

In this episode we talk about why making decisions with your heart matters, even if it doesn’t always make sense on paper. We look at how to quiet that vicious voice in your head so you can do your work in the world, and also the importance of choosing joy, even when the work is not always sexy behind-the-scenes.

The cool thing about Marie is that she is so down to earth, even though she’s been named by Oprah as a thought leader for the next generation, as well as being named one of Inc’s 500 fastest growing companies.

Marie’s mission is to help you build a life you love and to use your gifts to change the world. She’s the creator of the award-winning online show, Marie TV, with over 35 million views on YouTube from an audience in 195 countries! As well as being the founder of B-School, through her Change Your Life, Change The World initiative, every product purchased helps support a person in need.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE:

Why Marie says that leading with love and listening to your heart in business is always a win-win situation
The process she uses to determine the things she says “Yes” to
An example of a time when Marie went with logic over her heart - why it didn’t pay off and what she did about it
What she means when she says that she’s a “multi-passionate entrepreneur”
The intentional things that Marie did when she first starting building her community online – and who she has zero tolerance for
What shifts she’s looking to make in her business and the filter that her team uses when making all decisions
The mantra that Marie lives by in business and life…

FIND full show notes here: http://jadahsellner.com/making-decisions-from-your-heart-103/

"Loving the Process, Not the Product" with Jonathan Fields - 102 Feb 09, 2018

So excited to welcome my good friend, mentor and award-winning author Jonathan Fields to today’s show. He’s the founder of the Good Life Project®, a mission-driven media and education venture and also hosts the top-ranked Good Life Project podcast, with millions of downloads by a global audience, Jonathan’s latest book, How to Live a Good Life: Soulful Stories, Surprising Science and Practical Wisdom, offers a powerful framework for a life well-lived, and its companion journal, The Good Life Journal, reveals a simple 12-minute daily practice that lets you come alive not someday, but today.

In this episode Jonathan reveals his strategy for building long-term versus chasing trends, how he optimizes results and how he continues building a community without losing the magic. We also have a look at the backlash of the screen and how being “connected” is not the same thing as actually being with somebody.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE:

What “Leading With Love” looks like to Jonathan and how he puts it into practice in his own life [1:56]
The ingredients he added to build his Good Life Project community [7:55]
How the idea of Camp Good Life Project came to be and where the magic happens there [14:30]
Jonathan’s thoughts on how the online space is shifting and changing the way that we interact with each other [18:30]
The difference between self knowledge and self-awareness – and why it should matter to you [34:13]
Why Jonathan doesn’t identify himself by the things he creates [40:48]
What pulls Jonathan forward and his powerful mantra! [45:45]

FIND full show notes here: http://jadahsellner.com/loving-the-process-with-jonathan-fields-102/

"How Did I Get Here?" Jadah's Personal Story with Nikki Elledge Brown – 101 Feb 09, 2018

In this first full episode of the Lead with Love Podcast, I get cozy and comfy with my friend and business soul sister Nikki Elledge Brown. I share my vision for the Lead with Love movement, how community and connection have always been a part of my life, and how we can all operate in a different way to pursue our own dreams.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR (AND DON'T WANT TO MISS) IN THIS EPISODE:

How my entrepreneurial journey started and the various pivots that brought me to this current season of my life [5:45]
Why you still need to watch your numbers closely, even when leading with love [7:20]
The experience that opened my eyes to the unlimited possibilities available online and how it led to the amazing success of my first online business [17:35]
How I learned the power of saying “No”, having focus and waiting for a time that feels right [38:30]
Why I’m so excited to start a podcast now and how I decided to use this medium to blend life and business while fully expressing myself [44:38]
My mission in life and the role that human connection play [52:30]

FIND full show notes here: http://jadahsellner.com/jadah-sellner-story-nikki-elledge-brown-101/

Welcome to the Lead with Love Podcast – 000 Feb 09, 2018

Welcome to the Lead with Love podcast!

I’m your host Jadah Sellner, and I’m so happy you’re here.

In this show, we’ll explore what it means to lead with love in business and life. I’ll share meaningful conversations to help you the creative, the entrepreneur, the world changer reach more people, go after your dreams, and serve your community with love. In this special intro episode, you’ll learn:

Why I’m doing this podcast. I’ll share my vision for this show, why this message matters to me, and an overview of what you can expect as a listener.
Who this podcast is for and the types of people that will appear as guests on the show.
A ‘lil bit about me. A sneak peek at who I am and how I want to show up in the world

FIND full show notes here: http://jadahsellner.com/lead-with-love-podcast-intro-000/

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