The Laptop Lifestyle with Alexis Teichmiller

A Letter to my Listeners, with Alexis Teichmiller Dec 13, 2018

An open letter to my listeners - this is one of my most important episodes I've ever recorded, just for you.

Dear Laptop Lifestyler -

I am so thankful for you. You’ve shared your dreams, goals, struggles and fears with me over the past two and a half years. That takes bravery and strength. Thank you for trusting me.

Thank you for your countless emails, encouraging Instagram messages, phone calls, and for taking the time to listen to the podcast. We built a family of laptop lifestylers - a safe place to be seen and heard through the struggles of running an online business.

Most importantly - I am so proud of you. Your work is important and the world needs to hear what you have to say.

Being a laptop lifestyler is not easy. No one knows that better than you. It’s not for the faint of heart. The doubt that circles you, the naysayers who don’t get your dreams, the late nights - it’s a hard road at times.

But the work you do, the art you make, the services that help people, the products you create that transform people, the blog posts you write that motivate people, the photos you take that inspire - they matter.

DO. NOT. GIVE. UP.

Keep fighting, keep pushing, keep trying.

You may fail, and that’s okay. There is always a big win after a heart-wrenching loss. You will pick yourself back up and keep going because that’s what we do fam.

We keep going. We keep creating. Because we don’t know how not to.

In the dark times when you don’t know if you can keep creating, hear my voice cheering you on friend! I will always be here to bounce an idea off of, jump on the phone with, and encourage you.

Thank you for your time. Thank you thank you thank you. You will forever be apart of my life and I am so thankful to have walked this incredible season with you.

With love, your friend and fellow laptop lifestyler,

Alexis

The Travelpreneur Lifestyle, with Instagram Strategist Elise Darma Dec 12, 2018

Elise Darma makes beaches, coffee shops and co-working spaces her office by working remotely, all while growing her international marketing agency, Canupy. She’s run her agency full-time through over 30 international cities, with spotty WiFi and monkeys grabbing at her snacks .

Through her agency, she's collectively grown Instagram accounts to over 250,000 followers, brokered 100s of deals between influencers and brands, and has delivered more blogs and newsletters than she can count.

With an Instagram following of over 70,000, Elise additionally offers online courses and one-on-one coaching to other aspiring "travelpreneurs" who seek freedom from the 9-5.

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Building Something From Nothing, with Luv AJ Jewelry Designer, Amanda Thomas Dec 12, 2018

Luv Aj Designer, Amanda Thomas started her accessories line in 2005 once her after-school obsession parlayed into her own line of accessories. After a chance encounter with a buyer at Fred Segal, they picked up the entire line for their stores and by the age of 16, Luv Aj was officially created.

As a graduate from Otis College of Art and Design, Amanda has learned from the best, interning with clothing designer, celebrity fashion stylists and the lovely ladies at the online magazine Who What Wear. These opportunities have inspired Amanda to pursue her love of jewelry and eventually expand Luv Aj to boutiques across the nation, leading to its popularity among starlets and clients such as Bella Hadid, Kylie Jenner, Emily Ratajkowski and Emma Roberts who admire her signature heavy-metal spikes and layered chains.

As a recent addition to 2015 Forbe’s ’30 Under 30’ list, designer Amanda Thomas continues to expand Luv Aj and hopes to adorn the whole world in her bling.

Elevating Your Network and Community Through True Connection, with Author and Entrepreneur Jake Kelfer Oct 09, 2018

One thing we all struggle with... relationships. In this episode, Jake Kelfer, author and lifestyle entrepreneur, shares how to elevate your personal network by bringing your whole self to relationships and connection.

Jake Kelfer is the bestselling author of Elevate Beyond and a lifestyle entrepreneur.

He is the founder of the Professional Basketball Combine which features NBA draft prospects in a secondary draft combine. As a high energy inspirational speaker, he is on a mission to elevate and motivate millions of people to achieve their definition of success.

He and his work have been featured on Forbes, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, NBC Sports, USA Today, Bleacher Report, and many other media outlets.

His new book, Elevate your Network: 25 Keys to Building Extraordinary Relationships in Life and Business just launched and is already climbing the amazon best selling charts

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Boundaries with food, life, and relationships with RN and Blogger Claire Guentz Oct 02, 2018

Setting boundaries are incredibly important because they give you space to step into your full self. Wether it be with food, relationships, or life in general, it's impossible to have a healthy, integrated life without boundaries.

Today on the podcast we have special guest, Claire Guentz. Claire has a lifestyle blog that focuses on health and fitness, where she gives women the tools to lead a healthy but balanced lifestyle.

Claire and her husband have a podcast called "The Husband and Wife Podcast." It's easy listening podcast that is both entertaining and informative on all things lifestyle--from fitness tips, relationship advice, to leading a more fulfilling life.

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Learning to Pivot, Trade, and Take Risks, with Six-Figure Stock Trader Tela Holcomb Sep 25, 2018

Pivoting in your career is hard. It's a risk - sometimes it pans out and sometimes it doesn't. In this episode, we learn the importance of pivoting and taking big risks to pursue your passions with Tela Holcomb.

Tela Holcomb is a mom, wife, six-figure stocks and options trader, 9 to 5 survivor, risk taker and freedom catcher. By consistently applying her system of trading and investing, Tela more than doubled her retirement account in 8 months and achieved financial freedom in 3 years.

Tela now uses her knowledge and experience to teach burnt-outemployees what it's like tonot feel forced to clock into an employer’s dream.

Free Course: telaholcomb.com/theexchange

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Overcoming the Stories We Tell Ourselves in Order to Pursue Greatness, with Makeup Mogul Tiyana Robinson Sep 18, 2018

We all know what it's like to create false stories in our heads about who we are to keep us from doing big things. They could be stories we've made up from our own insecurities or the insecurities of others.

In this episode, Tiyana Robinson shares how she's pushed through those stories to pursue greatness. Tiyana has been voted DC's Best Makeup Artist and has been featured in Buzzfeed, Bustle, Bazaar, and Black Enterprise just to name a few. Now, she travels the country teaching other makeup artists how to be makeup moguls by teaching them the foundations of business and branding.

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Everything You NEED to Know About Influencer Marketing, with Author and Director of Influencer Strategy at Hearst Media, Brittany Hennessey Sep 11, 2018

Consider yourself an influencer or thinking about becoming one in your space? You NEED to listen to this episode filled with strategies on how to be an influencer.

Brittany Hennessy is the author of INFLUENCER: Building Your Brand in the Age of Social Media, the first-ever Senior Director of Influencer Strategy & Talent Partnerships for Hearst Magazines Digital Media, and the co-founder of Carbon.

In 2007, after graduating from Rutgers University with a degree in journalism, Brittany created ChiChi212.com, which was nominated by Paper Magazine for “Best Nightlife Blog,” and became an influencer for Bacardi, Popchips, Svedka, and the Gap.

When she was flown to Germany as the North American ambassador for Nivea just to hang out with Rihanna on a cruise ship and tweet about it, she knew it was time to make the switch from journalism to social media. Learn more at: www.InfluencerTheBook.com

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Listening to Your Body, with Holistic Skin Health Specialist Haley Ferretti Aug 21, 2018

We all handle stress in different ways. But how we manage stress takes a toll on our body, our energy levels, and even our skin.

In this episode, I'm joined by Haley Ferretti, a Holistic Skin Health Specialist -- we talk through what foods to avoid when fighting acne, how to manage stress, the importance of listening to your body, and why you NEED to find your niche online.

Haley Ferretti had been battling severe acne for almost eight years when her doctor told her she would have acne for the rest of her life. Haley just knew she could overcome it, but traditional medicine wasn't going to cut it. She switched to a plant based diet and healed her acne in 7 months.

After coaching hundreds of women with different forms of skin conditions, she developed easy to follow programs (online and in person) to heal your skin at the root of the problem.

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Vulnerability and The Power of Storytelling, with Brand Coach Michelle Knight Aug 14, 2018

Vulnerability. Something we all crave but have a hard time leaning into. On today's podcast, Alexis brings brand coach, Michelle Knight on the show to share the importance of vulnerability and storytelling when building a personal brand.

Michelle Knight is a Branding and Business Coach, mother, wife, world traveler and storyteller.
Michelle has distinguished herself as an entrepreneur through the power of storytelling and its power to unite people, especially women.

She has helped transform the businesses lives of female entrepreneurs by supporting them in tapping into their story to create a standout brand and message, ultimately leading them to living a life of freedom.

As a storyteller and branding expert herself, Michelle supports women who are unfulfilled in their 9-5 break free into a life of freedom. Programs include private coaching, self-study courses, and a group program that unites women to create thriving online businesses.

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Join her private community: authenticbrandbuilders.com

Being "Money Smart" So You Can Build a Sustainable Life, with Full-Time House Sitters and Personal Finance Coaches Dan and Tracy Kellermeyer Aug 07, 2018

Full-time house sitting. Financial Planning for Digital Nomads. Scorpions and MORE! This podcast features nomadic entrepreneurs Dan and Tracy Kellermeyer of The Money Smart Nomad, who left corporate America in early 2017 to pursue their own online businesses.

In the process, they sold their house and most of their belongings and became full-time house sitters so they could travel the U.S. and save money.

For more info on Dan's financial planning services or just to learn more on financial health, click here.

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Solocast: Burnout, overwhelm, and exhaustion - the side of the laptop lifestyle we need to talk about, with Alexis Teichmiller Jul 17, 2018

It's easy to scroll on Instagram and compare our laptop lifestyle to everyone else's.

It's hard to create from a place of scarcity. In this episode, I get pretty vulnerable about how close I am to burnout and complete exhaustion. I also share a few ways I'm combating this hectic season of life and taking more time to rest and stop the comparison game.

If you want to chat or if there's anything I can do to help you please DM me on Instagram @alexisteichmiller or email me at alexisteichmiller@gmail.com. You are not alone and we have to start talking about the downsides of a laptop lifestyle.

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Running towards your dreams and ignoring the haters, with Adventure Coach Travis Barton Jul 03, 2018

Chasing down your dreams is scary and hard.

It's even harder to nail down what that "dream" is if you don't know. In this episode of The Laptop Lifestyle, Travis Barton walks us through how to reverse-engineer our BIG dreams and how to cultivate happiness in the small moments of life.

One of my favorite conversations with Travis is about how he address "haters". There will always be people who don't understand you or your goals. It's how you respond to their negativity that dictates how far you'll go.

More about Travis here.

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Living Inside Your Story and Leaving "The Hustle" Behind, with Social Entrepreneur Amber Runyon May 22, 2018

From Hospice Nurse to social entrepreneur, Amber Runyon founded Legacy and Eleventh Candle Co. out of the desire to bring hope to women both in the United States and in Ethiopia who’ve been vulnerable to human trafficking, abuse, exploitation, and addiction. Focusing on providing therapeutic work setting that allows all women a fair chance and opportunity to grow. She hires women in Columbus , Ohio to make candles which helps fund micro-finance loans to women in Ethiopia.

Use the code "laptop" for a discount off your next Eleventh Candle Co purchase :)

From Social Media Manager of Country Music Stars to Thriving Yoga Entrepreneur, with Emmy Singer of Inner Light Yoga May 08, 2018

Emmy Singer is an entrepreneur and yoga studio owner of an one of kind yoga studio in Nashville, TN named Inner Light Yoga, where you can do a sun salutation to the beat of Beyonce. Inner Light Yoga is a music-based yoga studio where classes are themed around hits from Hamilton The Musical, Usher, hits from the 80s and more. The pace of each class is driven by the tempos and themes of the songs selected. With playlists featuring popular songs from every type of genre, visitors will be singing along while breaking a sweat.

Emmy met yoga in 2008 and it was nearly love at first flow. With a heartbeat for storytelling and pulse for music, she moved to Nashville in 2011 to pursue her music industry dreams. Emmy learned to balance her role running digital for a roster of country artists by maintaining her life-giving yoga practice. Taking her passion one pose further, Emmy trained to be a certified yoga instructor and following her open-heart and renewed spirit transitioned from music to teaching yoga full-time.

NOW is the time for Youtube, with Youtube Strategist and Podcast Host Erika Vieira May 02, 2018

Erika Vieira is a YouTube strategist, marketing and sales expert with the goal of helping video influencers unleash their true potential on screen. In addition to hosting and producing the #1 video strategy podcast, Beauty and the Vlog, Erika works one on one with video creators to help them refine their niche and uncover their true passion, talents and drive.

She hosts the group coaching program, the Beauty and the Vlog YouTube Bootcamp for women business owners and content creators in beauty, family, fitness and lifestyle. Her students have gone on to quit their day jobs, reach follower goals in the hundreds of thousands and ultimately achieve the video influence they desire.

In this episode we chat about all things Youtube strategy, how to narrow in on your why and why value is EVERYTHING. Also we talk about why Youtube is NOT dead and why right now is the perfect time to get started.

Navigating Relationships, #InstagramHusbands, and Setting Expectations with your Significant Other with Matthew Huels Apr 24, 2018

Relationships are hard. They can be even more difficult when you and your significant other have different interests and completely different career paths.

In this episode, I'm joined by my long distance boyfriend of four years, Matthew Huels, and we talk about how we've navigated our relationship through the years. Matthew is an economic geologist and I'm an internet marketer/podcaster/content creator.

We talk about the importance of supporting and respecting each others goals, how communication is EVERYTHING, and why it's okay if you have different interests as your S.O. as long as you have the same core values.

Building Authority That Leads to True Influence, with Award Winning Travel Photographer and Blogger Gary Arndt Apr 19, 2018

Gary Arndt is an awarding winning blogger and travel photographer who has been traveling around the world since 2007.
His travels have taken him to 190 countries and territories in the Traveler’s Century Club and 120 United Nations countries. He has also visited over 335 UNESCO World Heritage sites and all 50 US states.

His blog Everything Everywhere is widely considered one of the most popular travel blogs in the world. In 2010 Time Magazine named it one of the Top 25 Blogs on the Internet and it earned a Gold Medal in the Travel Blog category in the North American Travel Journalist Association (NATJA) awards.

In this episode we talk about the importance of building authority in order to have true influence, why gary loves traveling to off the grid locations, and how travel has changed his life.

Solocast: Creative Funks, Seasons of Feeling Lost, and Vulnerability with Alexis Teichmiller Apr 10, 2018

Ever felt lost? Me too. Ever had to walk away from something you've always wanted, but knew it wasn't the right thing for your life? Same here.

In this episode, I share a few experiences in the last few months that have shaped my creative journey and taught me how to bounce back after feeling defeated.

Link to podcast I did on AT avenue and the lessons I learned: https://simplecast.com/s/aa4a5322

Discovering Your Core Values with Josh Durham, CEO and Co-Founder of Weighting Comforts Apr 03, 2018

Josh Durham is a social entrepreneur that believes in creating change for good. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Weighting Comforts, a social enterprise weighted blanket company that intentionally employs refugees to help them integrate culturally.

In college he was leading digital marketing strategy sessions for Fortune 500 companies. After graduating college Josh scaled Weighting Comforts from 6 to 43 employees in 7 months and took his business from 6 to 7 figures all before turning 23.

In this episode, Josh and I chat about the importance of vulnerability and self-awareness as you're building a business and life, how to discover your core values (and how those values help you make better decisions), and why the millennial generation get's a bad rap.

Your Community is Your Biggest Asset, with Courtney Slazinik from Click It Up A Notch Mar 27, 2018

Your community is your biggest asset. As you're building an online business, it's important to lean on your community for their insight so you know who you're serving and what to create.

Courtney Slazinik is a mom, a blogger and the founder of Click it Up a Notch - an education base website where she’s helped over 40,000 people unlock the power of their DSLR cameras and take better pictures of the day-to-day love and laughter in their lives. She has been voted by Huffington Post as one of the Top 5 Best Blogs for Momtographers.

In this episode we dive into how to overcome negative comments on the internet, getting past the ego of the "ask", and the importance of leaning on your audience for ideas on what to create and asking your community for help.

Saying “No” in Order to Build The Business You REALLY Want, with Founder/CEO of 17hats Donovan Janus Feb 13, 2018

If you struggle with saying no or narrowing down your focus as you build your business, this insight from Donovan will help. We chat about why it's important to know exactly who your customer is, the secret weapon in business no ones focuses on (systems), and why you should offer fewer products instead of trying to have something for everyone.

Donovan Janus is Founder and CEO of 17hats, a Pasadena, CA tech company that provides an online suite of business tools to help small businesses organize, systemize and grow. Donovan is a lifelong entrepreneur, with a passion for helping small business owners.

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The Power Of Perspective, with Case Kenny Founder of PRSUIT.com Jan 30, 2018

Impact. Influence. Confidence. As entrepreneurs we are all seeking impact through our businesses. In this episode of The Laptop Lifestyle, Case Kenny dives into how new perspective can open the door to being a better person, which allows you to positively impact the world.

Case Kenny is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of PRSUIT.com, a leading daily newsletter. He is the co-founder of Trep Media Group, founder of 216 Ventures, co-host of The Hustle Sold Separately Podcast and resides in Chicago, IL.

Subscribe to PRSUIT here: https://prsuit.com/

Connect with Case on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/case.kenny/

Connect with Alexis on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alexisteichmiller/

The Honest Truth About Comparison, with Youtube Star and Content Creator Sarah Belle Jan 23, 2018

Sarah Belle Elizabeth is a content creator who started out on YouTube 8 years ago. Now with over 360k Youtube Subscribers and 285k Instagram followers, evolved her channel from makeup tutorials into a lifestyle one-stop-shop for everything on Instagram, YouTube and her blog.

Throughout the years she’s worked with brands like Macy’s, Kohl’s, Neutrogena, Revolve, Show Me Your Mumu and more! Check out her work at www.sarahbellelizabeth.com, @sarahbelleelizabeth on Instagram and her YouTube channel www.youtube.com/user/sarahbelle93x!

Watch Sarah's 2018 Goal Setting Video here.

Letting Your Business Evolve with Productivity Strategist Megan Minns Jan 16, 2018

Megan Minns is a Productivity and Systems Strategist who helps online business owners streamline their systems, simplify their tech, and organize their business to get more done the lean way.

Megan creates done-for-you tools and templates that free up your focus to do the work you love most and free up your time to spend with the people you love most.

As a business owner who has also managed other six and seven-figure businesses, Megan knows how important it is to create workflows that work for you, so you can achieve your highest priority goals in less time.

In this episode we talk about the importance of pivoting and letting your business evolve other time, tips on productivity, and the importance of setting boundaries and expectations with your clients.

Click here to get Megan's FREE Ideal Day Planner workbook - https://meganminns.com/laptoplifestyle

Creating a Life and Business of Integrity and Character, with Entrepreneur and Real Estate Mogul Joshua Ellis Jan 09, 2018

Joshua Ellis is an entrepreneur, real estate mogul in Nashville, community leader, and creator.

In this episode, we chat about integrity, character, knowing yourself, and how to get clarity on what you want and who you want to be. This episode is filled with so much honesty and heart, you won't be able to stop listening.

To follow Joshua on Instagram, check out @moderndayleader and to check out Joshua's Nashville creative community, click here.

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Behind the Laptop: Collaborating with Brands (a mini series with Alexis & Jessica) Dec 21, 2017

In this "Behind the Laptop" mini-series, Alexis and Jessica have an honest chat about traveling and working at the same time. The main topics covered: How to pitch your services to brands, why it’s important to keep a brand at the center of the partnership, and how to leverage your skills to work with companies and brands.

Click here to download the template I use to pitch to brands that land me incredible travel blogging and content trips!

Behind the Laptop: Travel + Work + Experiencing the world around you at the same time (a mini series with Alexis & Jessica) Dec 19, 2017

In this "Behind the Laptop" mini-series, Alexis and Jessica have an honest chat about traveling and working at the same time. The main topics covered: productivity hacks for when you’re working from the road, the importance of establishing a vacation mindset and a work mindset, setting realistic expectations around working and trying to experience the new places around you, and the struggle of living in moments instead of trying to capture them all the time

Behind The Laptop: Collaborating with other creatives (a mini series with Alexis & Jessica) Dec 14, 2017

In this "Behind the Laptop" mini-series, Alexis and Jessica have an honest chat about working with other creative entrepreneurs. The main topics covered: how to set better expectations with the people you work with, the importance of creating with other people with different opinions than you, and how can you surround yourself with a community of people who genuinely what what’s best for you.

Behind The Laptop: A honest chat about creativity (a mini series with Alexis & Jessica) Dec 12, 2017

In this "Behind the Laptop" mini-series, Alexis and Jessica have a raw conversation about the ups and downs of creativity. The main topics covered: the difference between a creative block and a creative funk, how to incorporate for playful energy when you're creating, and how to battle the pressure to grow/create quickly.

Overcoming Creative Blocks and Impostor Syndrome with Designer and Youtuber, Charli Prangley Dec 05, 2017

If you're struggling with overcoming creative blocks in your life and business, or perhaps you're battling with that inner voice telling you "you're not good enough" this episode with Charli is for you.

Charli Prangley is a designer from New Zealand currently living and loving life in London. She’s passionate about side projects and when she’s not designing at ConvertKit she's running an online store, and creating content for her design-centric 70k+ subscriber YouTube channel (CharliMarieTV) and podcast (Design Life) with the aim of helping out young creatives.

Finding Your Creative Freedom with founder of Dazey LA, Dani Nagel Oct 24, 2017

Dani is a self taught illustrator, graphic designer, and photographer, as well as the boss babe behind Dazey LA. She graduated at age 19 with a degree in fashion design, but as lover of both art and fashion she combined these two passions to make a career in apparel graphics.

For the past 6 years she has been designing for many notable companies both freelance and full time. Some of these companies include Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Forever21, Truly Madly Deeply, Mate the Label, Amuse Society, Gypsy Warrior, Show me your Mumu, The Laundry Room, Top Knot Goods, Electric West, Midnight Rider, Not Another Label, Current/Elliott, Macy's, Pac Sun, Hot Topic, and more.

While all that was great, her true goal was to have full creative freedom with a label of her own. After years of daydream and doubt, she took the leap and created Dazey LA. She draws every tee by hand and does all the photography you see throughout the website and instagram. Check out all her other work at www.daniroxanne.com, @graphicteegirl and @daniroxannephoto!

How Creating Every Day Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business, with Founder and CEO of ConvertKit Nathan Barry Aug 29, 2017

Nathan Barry is the Founder and CEO of ConvertKit, an email marketing tool for creators. Before ConvertKit's growth took off, he worked on building iPhone apps, writing books, and coding websites. Nathan got his start as a web and software designer, but soon became obsessed with the world of audience building and book publishing. During that time he wrote 3 books (The App Design Handbook, Designing Web Applications, and Authority) and 2 courses (Photoshop for Web Design and Building Profitable Audiences).

In October 2014, Nathan made the decision to walk away from the book and training business and focus full-time on ConvertKit (at the time we had just $1,000/month in revenue and now we have $770,000/month). Since then we’ve grown 300x and have an amazing team, product, and customers. And I feel honored to be apart of the ConvertKit team!

Over the past year, I have learned so much from Nathan. And in this episode we really dive into some big topics like: the importance of asking why and questioning the "normal" ways of doing things, the true gift of a side hustle, the inside look of how Nathan wrote 3 books in 2 years, how working in public, creating every day, and teaching everything you know are a key parts of entrepreneurship, knowing when to shut down or double down, and how to tap into vulnerability and use it as a way to overcome fear and connect with others.

The Emotions of an Entrepreneur, with Business Coach Alisha Byrd Aug 09, 2017

Alisha Byrd is a business coach dedicated to helping creative women live their life & create their business on purpose. She’s a self-published author of "The Blogpreneur" and is currently working on her second book, “Living Over Existing.” Alisha is also the creator behind several physical products created to help online business owners organize and build their brands. Through her work, Alisha empowers women to uncover their voice, ditch fear, gain clarity & begin making money doing what they love.

In this episode, you will learn the art of knowing when to quit something you love to grow to the next level, the importance of building a strong brand as a beginning entrepreneur, why it's key to give up control in order to grow, how to view fear as just an emotion, and how to overcome negative thoughts and opinions of others.

The Power of Vulnerability with Founder of She Is Light, Elise Hodge Aug 01, 2017

Hailing from the sunny Gold Coast, Australia, Elise Hodge is the founder of She is Light and the Flourish on Instagram online course.

Elise started She is Light on Instagram in late 2015 with a mission is to empower young women to understand their worth and pursue purpose-filled lives. With her background in Public Relations and Media, Elise harnessed the power of Instagram to rapidly grow the She is Light community, attracting young women from around the world. With her expertise in Instagram strategy, it was natural for her create an Instagram course, Flourish on Instagram, to help others use the platform to attract their unique audience too.

Elise believes life is too short not to pursue your passions - it’s this mantra that led her to quit her full-time job in turn for a part-time job and more flexibility, allowing her to work on what she loves! With a whole lot of tenacity and a bit of faith, Elise is working on developing She is Light to be the go-to online community for young women around the world.

In this episode, you will see the value of creating a community for people to feel safe and heard online, how to use tools like social media to really understand and connect with your audience, how to pursue a vulnerable lifestyle, how to use intentional thinking to make move in your careers and life, and the importance of separating the feelings of failure from comparison.

Living a Digital Nomad Lifestyle with Blogger and Entrepreneur Yaro Starak Jul 25, 2017

Yaro Starak is the author of the Blog Profits Blueprint and founder of the Entrepreneurs-Journey.com blog. He began blogging over ten years ago initially as a hobby, however as his income from blogging surpassed $10,000 a month, he decided his future lay in this new publishing medium. Since then Yaro has used his blog as a platform to sell over $2 million dollars in ebooks, online courses and membership sites.

Today Yaro is a mentor to thousands of experts, authors, coaches, consultants, speakers and trainers, teaching how to turn knowledge into a profitable online business. Yaro helps people set up their own “Blog Sales Funnel”, a system that combines blogging with email marketing to build a platform to sell digital training products on autopilot.

Yaro has a proven track record of results, with his “graduate bloggers” going on to make thousands of dollars – some even millions – in such diverse niches as book design, ADHD counseling, acne treatment, BMX bikes, skiing, cars, sports news, speed reading, real estate, television production and fat loss.

In this episode, you will learn - how to view failures as experiments, the importance of knowing the why behind starting a business, the pros and cons of living a digital nomad lifestyle, how easy it is to travel and work at the same time, and how to say no to opportunities that don't serve your long term goals.

Blog Profits Blueprint - How to earn a living from your blog or online business

Owning Your Zone of Genius with Business Strategist Shannan Scott Jul 18, 2017

Shannan Scott is a Canadian girl living life out loud in California who recently broke all the rules of average by quitting her 5+ year corporate career and diving head first into being her own boss — all in the name of living a more intentional & inspired life.

She’s a small business strategist, podcast host, and the founder of the Made For More Collective™ who helps visionary entrepreneurs turn their potential into performance, implement forward motion & bring their big ideas to life — ideas that not only exist in the world, but make it better. Shannan combines her background in event management with her creative spirit & strategic brain to paint the big picture and sail through the small details of purposeful plans & projects in business.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of identifying your strengths to tap into your zone of genius, how to break through the corporate mindset as a creative entrepreneur, discovering a life of intention and how to live one, and how to take your ideas from concept to completion.

Do you have a lot of half executed ideas that have full fledged potential? Download Shannan's Make It Happen Roadmap to take those ideas from 0 to 100!

Building a Legacy Through a Strong Community with Youtube Boss Sunny Lenarduzzi Jul 11, 2017

Sunny Lenarduzzi has almost a decade of experience as an award winning video, social media and online business strategist. From tech start up’s to authors, Sunny has worked with clients across industries – helping Hootsuite develop a YouTube series that increased subscriptions by 75% and Applebee’s hit 1 billion impressions in 1 day. Sunny is also the creator of Boss Video Branding, a digital course on how to leverage social video from Snapchat to YouTube, for your brand or business. In the past two year, she had grown her Youtube subscribers to over 100,000 and now she helps people learn to do the same.

Speaking internationally, from NATO’s Headquarters in Brussels to Creative Live in San Francisco, Sunny is passionate about helping brands and businesses leverage social video for increased leads and awareness. Sunny has been featured on national and international radio, television and online publications like Entrepreneur.com , Forbes, and The Huffington Post. You can also catch her weekly YouTube show talking about social media trends and the latest digital news.

In this episode you will learn how to combat ego as an entrepreneur, the importance of intention, why we should be adding more humanity back into the online world of numbers and metrics, the raw necessity of building a community online and in person, and how to take care of yourself in those early stages of hustle.

Want to step up your Youtube game? Download Sunny's Youtube Channel Checklist here.

Pursuing Faith and Authenticity in a Filtered World, with Lifestyle Blogger, Lauren Kay Sims Jun 06, 2017

Lauren Kay Sims is a lifestyle blogger incorporating all things travel, fitness, fashion and faith. Her blogging journey began in 2014 after she left the corporate world as a buyer for Neiman Marcus and started writing and running LOLOMag.com alongside Lauren Scruggs Kennedy. In the fall of 2015, Lauren Kay Sims took a leap of faith and started her own blog and brand. In just a short year and a half, she has grown her blog following to over 175k on social media and is making a full time income from her blog.

She has collaborated with brands like Nike, ASOS, Lululemon, Four Seasons, Nordstrom, Kendra Scott, and more. Connecting with women online and cultivating conversations about confidence, faith, and finding beauty in everyday life is at the core of why Lauren started her blog.

In this episode, you will hear about Lauren's career leaps from corporate life to the unconventional world of blogging, how to take risks and own your work, the importance of setting boundaries as an entrepreneur, the behind the scenes of what goes into a single blog post, how to be unfiltered in a filtered world, and learning to hold everything with an open palm.

Mastering Unconventional Thinking with Marisa Sergi of RedHead Wine May 17, 2017

Marisa Sergi is the CEO of RedHead Wine. Her love affair with wine started in the basement of her parents’ home with a sippy cup at age 5. In fifth grade, she went public with her dream of being a winemaker. A third-generation winemaker, she came by her career choice naturally, having grown up in the family winery business, and in 2015, she graduated from Cornell with a degree in Enology and Viticulture. She also interned for and worked at E&J Gallo Winery in California.

Her senior year capstone project at Cornell led to the launch of RedHead Wine - a unique blend of California Zinfandel and Chilean Carménère. Although Marisa’s only been working full-time on RedHead since last August, it’s already available at nearly 200 stores in Ohio. And she has been hard at work on a Provence-style rosé, with a profile that is fruit forward but clean, crisp and refreshing.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of asking for help and feedback on your work, the value of in-person connections to grow your online business, what it means to be a woman in business, and how to master the power of unconventional thinking.

Thinking Outside of the Box with Kelly Mindell, Founder of Studio DIY May 09, 2017

Kelly Mindell is the colorful powerhouse behind the DIY lifestyle blog Studio DIY where she shares bold projects, yummy recipes and fresh ideas for making life one big party. Kelly is passionate about celebrating not just the holidays, but the every day and her smile-inducing projects have been featured in Martha Stewart Living and Parenting Magazine, and on Buzzfeed, The Today Show, Miley Cyrus, NPR and more. Kelly lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Jeff, and son, Arlo.

In this episode, you will learn how to create a loyal community online, how to address negative comments online with kindness, the importance of honoring your intuition in life and business, and why you need to take control of your own future to create the life you want.

"One of the biggest issues people have is they see life in boxes. You have to get outside of those preplanned, perfect boxes and chase what you want." - Kelly Mindell

Choosing a Healthy and Positive Mindset with Life Coach Madison Hedlund Apr 18, 2017

Madison Hedlund is a life coach, speaker, writer, and entrepreneur who helps women own their story, step out of fear and shame and come alive to their most vibrant, confident selves. Known for her soulful spirit both online and in person, she brings authenticity, power, and creativity into all she does. Whether she is working one on one with clients, facilitating a workshop, or speaking to a large group, it is Madison's deepest desire to see women step up to their very best and truly come alive.

In this episode you will experience Madison's healthy mindset on shame and ego, the power of giving yourself the permission to love yourself for who you are, and how to overcome imposter syndrome. This is an extra special episode because the last 15 minutes, Madison and I have an impromptu coaching session on my fears and lack of creativity lately. It's raw and it's real.

Trusting the Creative Process with Youtube Star and Songbird Liz Mace of Megan and Liz Apr 04, 2017

Liz Mace is a Youtuber, Singer/Songwriter, and the other half of Megan and Liz. Over the last ten years, Liz and her twin Megan have built their Youtube audience to over 1 million subscribers by releasing covers and original music. This resulted in millions of views and helped launch their career, releasing several singles and EPs. From being on Oprah to building two successful Youtube channels (Megan and Liz & Life of Megan and Liz) that launched their singing career and created a strong, loyal audience, Megan and Liz are true Laptop Lifestylers.

Liz is a believer in all things goodness and love. Her ability to seek gratitude and stay grounded in the midst of success is what keeps her centered and able to create meaningful work.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of combating ego with gratitude, how to create authentic relationships in business, the creative process behind songwriting, and the power of loving your body just the way it is.

From the Corporate Grind to Jewelry Designer with Bethany Wilson of Bela Begonias Mar 28, 2017

Bethany is the artist, designer, maker and owner behind Bela Begonias. She was born into the Appalachian mountainside of eastern Tennessee, and later immersed in the vibrant culture of Asheville, North Carolina before finding her way to Nashville. Her art is an organic reflection of the mountainous landscapes from which she came, heavily influenced by nature, earth tones, the beach and ocean, the southwest and countless other wonders this incredible world creates.

Bethany is a walking wanderlust, having spent years exploring the world at each opportunity given. Although she studied art, design and fashion in college, the courage to "be an artist" seemed unrealistic upon entering "the real world." After a decade of feeling like a round peg trying to fit into a square hole, in 2015, Bethany (with the undying support and true belief in skill from her loving husband) finally took her vision, studies, travels, ethos and experience and cultivated it into a single leap-of-faith that is now Bela Begonias.

In this episode you with learn the important of patience as an entrepreneur, how to choose quality over quality, why a social media following doesn't always mean you'll successful, and how to build up enough confidence to put yourself out there to build relationships.

#SoloCast: How to Collaborate With Any Brand You Want Mar 21, 2017

Have you ever followed people online who are working with brands and traveling to places you've always dreamed of?

Have you then thought, how do they do it? How can I do that?

Guess what.... YOU CAN!!!!

In this episode of The Laptop Lifestyle, I walk you through how to create partnerships and add value to brands you've always dreamt of working with. Also - Make sure to sign up to download the free email template that has landed me countless brand deals and collaborations here: alexisteichmiller.com/brandtemplate

The Value of Being Authentic Online with Lifestyle Blogger Hunter Schleicher Mar 14, 2017

Hunter Schleicher is a lifestyle, fashion and travel blogger based in Nashville, TN. She started a blog, grew her Instagram following to 20k, and recently quit her full-time job to pursue blogging as a career - all in the last 7 months! Hunter is also the Social Media coordinator for Parlour 3 and Hunter Paige, two of Nashville's top salons.

In this episode you will learn the time management skills it takes to be a full time online entrepreneur, the power of being authentic and how it can connect you with your audience, the value of staying true to your vision regardless of what people say, and how to combat comparison.

Inside the Mind of a Serial Entrepreneur, with John Cascarano E-Commerce Expert and Founder of Tame The Beast Mar 07, 2017

John Cascarano is the founder of Tame the Beast men's beard & body products, and Fresh Dog, grooming products for your dog. In college at Duke, John helped create mental_floss, a magazine and trivia company later acquired by the founder of Maxim magazine. He went to law school at the University of Michigan, met his wife, co-authored a book of sorts, and practiced law at a big law firm. He left practice to found an online beauty product retailer, Lock and Main, which exceeded $5 million in yearly revenue within five years before its sale.

Recently, he served as E-commerce Director to FASHIONABLE, a women’s apparel and accessories retailer with an inspiring social mission, where he drove a doubling of the company's online revenue in less than one year.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of building a sustainable company with meaning, knowing when to quit and move on to the next chapter in your career, the mindset of a serial entrepreneur, and why building up people is just as important as building a business.

Telling Your Story, with Clark Buckner, B2B Podcaster and Content Marketer Feb 28, 2017

Clark Buckner is a B2B podcaster & content marketer. His team partners with influencers, conferences and organizations to utilize the magic of podcasting. He also serves as Podcast Lead at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center -- they support entrepreneurs with the critical resources to create, launch and grow their businesses.

Based on market need and customer validation, Clark grew into an agency solution. He's the co-founder of a podcast production agency, Relationary Marketing, that creates broadcast-quality interviews for rich content marketing, event promotion, relationship nurturing and thought leadership.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of story telling in branding, how to develop a successful podcast, the difference between podcasting and videography, and why it's crucial to create a strong and supportive community.

Quitting Your Day Job to Pursue Your Dream Job, with Ashley Wilson of Everest and Co Boutique Feb 21, 2017

Ashley Wilson is the girlboss behind the online women's clothing boutique, Everest & Co. After studying film in LA, Ashley moved to Nashville, TN in search of living out her creative passion. Once in Nashville, she studied Music Business and started working at Universal Music Group. What seemed like a dream job, wasn't quite fulfilling Ashley's desire to create and run her own business.

That's when the idea of Everest & Co. came to life. Ashley says it best, "Everest & Co. was dreamt up from a cubicle in a glass high-rise building in Nashville, TN. We are here to make you feel your best, simple as that. Let’s be real though…not everything looks great on everyone and that’s okay! Embrace it. We are here to make you feel good and find the perfect clothes for you. We want you to get that job, find the love of your life, and run the world in our clothes. All eyes will and should be on you. Because #LifeAtTheTop is just so much more fun."

With a #LifeAtTheTop, her goal is to celebrate every aspect of a women's life, especially those mountain top moments!

In this episode, you will learn how to narrow your target audience when you're in the beginning stages of building a brand, balancing working full time while creating a business on the side, the millennial mindset about the corporate world, and how to have those difficult conversations that will get you closer to your dreams.

#SoloCast: Conquering Fear with Gratitude Feb 14, 2017

We all have fear in our lives.

Some fears are bigger and weigh more than others. Some fears might be so small you barely notice it's there.
There are moments in life (believe me I've had them!) where the fear becomes too much and it stops you in your tracks.

You stop taking chances, you stop seeks opportunities, and you stop growing.
In this #SoloCast episode of The Laptop Lifestyle, I open up and share some of my biggest fears. I ask, "What would happen if we allowed ourselves the opportunity to be grateful for our fears?"

I also introduce a new mindset called the "Positive Fear Cycle," which encompasses Fear, Gratitude, Growth, and Clarity. This addresses the idea that by being grateful for your fears, you make space for growth and clarity in your life.

Designing a Strong Brand, with Jennifer Worman of the blog Red Soles and Red Wine and founder of T + J Designs Feb 07, 2017

Jennifer Worman is the blogger behind Red Soles and Red Wine and co-founder of T+J Designs, an online women’s clothing store.

Jennifer co-founded T+J Designs with her sister four years ago starting out just designing jewelry. Now they design clothing and jewelry sold all over the world and that is sold wholesale in over 300 boutiques. Their jewelry line has been featured in InStyle, The Today Show Oprah, US Weekly, Who What Wear among many others.

Family is a key component to Jennifer’s life, as the mother of two adorable sons. She works closely with her mother, father, sister and other family members to run T + J like the empire it is.

In this episode you will learn the difference between following trends and creating them, how to use social media like a true business building tool, the key components of running a successful online company, and the importance of data based decisions.

Building the Life You Want, with Ellen Bennett Founder of Hedley & Bennett Jan 31, 2017

Ellen Bennett is the founder and creator of Hedley & Bennett, the Los Angeles based apron company founded in 2012 at age 24.

After culinary school and while working as a line cook at two Los Angeles’ restaurants, Ellen noticed the stale look and poor quality of the aprons she wore daily. Inspired to make a more functional apron, she created Hedley & Bennett.

Soon, attention came from press like the New York Times and celebrity chef fans such as Martha Stewart and Mario Batali, solidifying her as a real player in the restaurant game. Ellen grew her operation from a 400 square foot office space to the showroom, office space and 14,000 sq. ft factory she currently resides in in Downtown LA - all in under three years.

The company has quickly expanded and now her aprons can be found in more than 3000 restaurants worldwide. Upon realizing aprons weren’t only for chefs but for any maker who wanted a professional grade apron to protect them while they work, she developed aprons for gardeners and potters so they too could have a garment as beautiful as the clothes they wore underneath.

Since then, Bennett has collaborated with SpaceX, Google, Lexus, Delta, Four Seasons, Food & Wine and thousands of others to craft functional aprons for their specific needs.

In this episode, you hear the behind the scenes story of how Ellen started Hedley and Bennett, how to believe in yourself, and how to create a positive company culture.

The Power of Creating a Versatile Skill Set with Anya Kaats, Holistic Health Coach and Marketing Consultant Jan 24, 2017

Anya Kaats is a San Diego-based Holistic Health Coach and Marketing Consultant on a mission to share good food, health & happiness with as many people as possible.

As a paleo blogger and photographer, Anya shares her love for organic food and creativity through her photography and expert experience in the organic industry. She has worked in house with brands like Whole Foods, Suja, Momma Chia, and now consults for various companies in the natural products industry.

In this episode, you will learn how to cultivate strategy and skill in your work, the details of negotiating contracts with brands and clients, the importance of authentic marketing, and how to create a versatile set of skills around the same niche.

Following Your Fears with Julie Solomon, New York Times Best-Selling Publicist Jan 17, 2017

Julie Solomon is a New York Times Best-Selling Publicist, brand manager, and blogger. She’s worked with firms like Thomas Nelson, Press Here Publicity, and Abingdon Press.

Her work at Thomas Nelson Publishers included publicity efforts on the record-breaking book, Heaven is for Real, which has sold over 10 million copies worldwide.

Julie cofounded OMG! Publicity, which begin her entrepreneurial career. The company focuses on managing publicity campaigns for authors, bloggers, entrepreneurs, and creative new product launches. OMG Publicity was soon able to gain renowned clients including Devon Franklin, Meagan Good, Emily Maynard, Max Lucado, Simon & Schuster, Harper Collins Publishing and others to manage growth of their brand.

In this episode you will learn how to make smart transitions in life and business, how to follow and grow from your fears, the importance of self- awareness and how you can use it to help identify your strengths and weaknesses, and the secret building long term influence.

Being Brave in Business with Beth Harper - Business and Marketing Coach Jan 10, 2017

Beth Harper. is a marketing and business coach, entrepreneur, blogger, and a total girl boss.

From private coaching to social media consulting, Beth is every ambitious female entrepreneur’s dream coach! Her work has been featured on online entrepreneurial platforms like Belong Magazine, Society Gal, and Gospel Driven Entrepreneur just to name a few.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of being brave in business, how to create a successful freelance coaching business, the power of influence, and how to build a solid community in person and online to surround you with encouragement .

Fearlessly Chasing Creative Dreams, with Chloe Hall - Professional Blogger and Photographer Dec 20, 2016

Chloe Hall is a Photographer, Blogger, Youtuber, and Digital Content Creator. She has worked with brands like Pepsi, Bose, Macy’s, Gap, and Madewell to create unique brand content which has successfully grown her social following to over 120k.

Starting her career path out in the music industry, Chloe quickly switched to graphic design to pursue her passion of photography. After creating her own paper company, starting a blog, and picking up more and more photography client work, she saw the real value of being an entrepreneur. Just after her sophomore year of college, Chloe dropped out college to pursue blogging and photography full time.

In this episode, you will learn how to create professional long term partnerships with big brands, the truth about making money as a blogger, the importance of seeing the value in your platform, and how to hold every opportunity with an open hand.

Trusting Your Talent, with Jessica Steddom: Lifestyle + Brand Photographer Dec 13, 2016

Jessica Steddom is a lifestyle and portrait photographer as well as product stylist and social media manager. Her incredible work has been published in Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Nashville Business Journal, and The Tennessean. She has created images for brands like Coach, Radio Disney, Country Nation, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and Megan & Liz just to name a few.

With the mission of helping others tell their stories, Jessica focuses on capturing those in between moments of life that bring her clients to life through her images. I can speak from personal experience, Jessica is a one of a kind photographer. Her raw talent is so apparent. It's an honor to bring my good friend on the show today! I can promise there will be some laughter and jam packed with value for entrepreneurs just getting started in their journey.

In this episode, you will learn the art of navigating a full time job while having a full time side hustle, time management as a freelancer, having confidence in your experience and craft, and how to start a photography business.

#SoloCast: 5 Reasons to Take More Risks Nov 29, 2016

We take risks every day. Some small, some big.

How do you take those big risks that reap big rewards? How do you learn from your mistakes, fail fast, and move forward?

This episode of The Laptop Lifestyle is all about risks and 5 reasons you should take more of them with a mix of my personal experiences with risk taking. I share the benefits of takings big risks and what you can learn along the way.

The Value of Time Freedom, with Brie Beeks of Blissful Bosses Nov 23, 2016

Brie Beeks is the woman behind BlissfulBosses. She created BlissfulBosses to help women take their entrepreneurial ideas and turn them into a successful online business.

It's a haven for the driven go-getters, entrepreneurial souls, and those who want more than the 9-to-5 life. Her main focus is business strategy, growing your online presence, and social media marketing.

In this episode, you will learn how to build an online course, how to find financial freedom as an entrepreneur, and why it's important to establish boundaries in order to be productive.

Show Highlights:

If you aren’t passionate about your niche anymore, change it. Your audience and clients can tell when your hearts not in it.
You don’t have to go to college to be successful anymore. You can create your own success without a degree.
You have good months where you’re flying high and everything is growing. Then you have bad months where you feel like quitting. That's the entrepreneurial roller coaster.
You have to be self aware that you need self care.
If you can’t give it all to whatever it is you’re working on, stop. Take a break. Close your laptop. Only open it when you’re not distracted anymore
When you feel fatigue in your focus, walk away and come back when you’re ready to give it your all.
Think of ways you can make money not just right now, but all day every day, even when you’re sleeping.
If you can take the financial void out of your family stress, you begin to feel the freedom of not being bound by money any more.
As an entrepreneur, your business can be anything that YOU want it to be. You make the rules. You aren’t bound by the four walls of a cubical.
The things you’re passionate about aren’t always profitable.
Make sure your audience knows the real you, and not something you’re copying.

Reaching Goals and Building Strong Habits, with Ben Kissam of The Coach K Show Nov 15, 2016

Ben 'Coach K' Kissam is a coach, author and host of The Coach K Show. He teaches people how to achieve their goals by becoming 'that' person we've all met that finds success in everything they do. Ben is also a teacher and NLP Master Practitioner in the business of helping people achieve their goals. He has coached clients in areas including weight loss, new habit formation, breaking of bad habits, discovering purpose, and advancement of careers.

Ben is the author of the bestselling book, Confined To A Cave, a 30-day guide to turning exercise and diet into lifelong habits. When he's not working on his business, you can find him in the gym, hiking, writing, reading, or traveling.

Movement is the primary way that Ben leads a balanced life, while competition continually drives him to practice what he preaches in his teachings. He has completed 8 ultra-marathons, won CrossFit competitions, and competed in powerlifting.

In this episode you will learn the step by step roadmap to setting and reaching your goals, how to manage stress in the midst of failure and overwhelm, and why it's important to have yet contain your ego as an entrepreneur.

Show Highlights:

Reaching your goals is possible in any setting as long as you're committed to the process.
You have to know who you are and what comes to you naturally.
What are you holding on to that's plaguing you from moving forward and getting the results you desire?
Create a lifestyle around the things that you care about and the goals you want to achieve.
We judge people for what they value most if it's different than us, but most of the time we're just choosing different vehicles of fulfillment.
Motivation comes and goes, but it's your habits and the things you commit to on a daily basis that will produce the results you want.
The confidence to execute anything comes from discipline and that discipline comes from putting in the work every single day.
People know when you're not confident in your ability to deliver.
When you focus so much on what you're not, you lose sight of what you are.
Ego is a distortion of reality.
A little ego is necessary as an entrepreneur because what you're doing isn't the normal path so you need confidence to keep going.
Learn to separate yourself from the results you're getting because it can feed into your ego and detour your future success.
You can't change something you're not aware of.

Work Hard, Stay Humble with Fashion Blogger McKenna Bleu Nov 08, 2016

McKenna Bleu is the fashion blogger and trend setter behind McKennaBleu.com. Starting her blog just over four years ago, she has built a successful full time business and grown her social following to over 200,000 people.

With a motto of "Work Hard, Stay Humble," she has grown her brand and business to fuel her creative passion. McKenna has worked with brands like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Sephora, Target, Kate Spade and more.

It’s a true honor to have her on the show because McKenna is the woman who inspired me to start my blog two years ago!

In this episode, you will learn when to take the leap from full time day job to full time entrepreneur, how to create a brand that’s authentic to who you are, and how to make a full time living as a blogger.

[Disclaimer: Please excuse the first 20 minutes of poor sound quality]

Show Highlights

Blazing your own way and making something truly yours is the only way you can be a successful entrepreneur.
If you go into an opportunity seeking only dollar signs, it’s not going to get you too far.
When you’re doing something you love, it makes the hard work worth it.
It’s not about what you’re wearing, it’s about sharing the experience of what you're wearing and where you are.
Sometimes the biggest areas of growth in your life are the areas of uncertainty.
There is room for everyone on the internet.
We may work for the same brands, but they want us for all different reasons.
A blogger has more influence on a brand than a billboard.
There is value in every aspect of your story.
Know your value no matter what your following is.
If you stick to what you know and what you love, it shines through your work.
Everyone is valuable and creates for different reasons. That’s what makes us unique individuals.

Continue the inspiration:

mckennableu.com
Instagram: @mckennableu

Mastering Profitability Over Popularity, with Elana Jadallah of ElanaLoo Consulting Nov 01, 2016

Elana Jadallah is the girl boss behind ElanaLoo Consulting, which consists of social media consulting, digital marketing and content creation. Her heart lies in making authentic relationships, inspiring genuine connections & learning about this world from varied perspectives. She has worked with brands like Urban Outfitters, Free People, Elite Daily, Lululemon, Darling Magazine, and Old Navy.

Elana is a visual storytelling creative entrepreneur, with a unique understanding of how to connect entrepreneurs with their ideal audience through online marketing.

By advising small businesses on how to strategically and creatively use their online platforms, she strives to bring intention to the social space, help brands bring their aesthetic to life and build an online community surrounding their brand.

In this episode, you will learn the value of being authentic and setting boundaries online, clarifying how you can make money from your creative passion while traveling at the same time, and the importance of profitability over popularity when it comes to building a success business.

Show Highlights:

It's okay to 100% pursue your brand and build yourself up to create a long term successful business. You don't have to feel guilty about it.
Write down all the things that you could earn money from that align with what you're passionate about.
Every creative job can be seen as risky, but also incredibility valuable. People hire us to be creative and use our gifts to elevate their lives and businesses.
Social media has a way of glamorizing the truth behind entrepreneurship and working for yourself.
Our mindset dictates the way we view the life around us. Positive thoughts, positive life.
Chasing your dreams takes time. Be realistic with how much time and hard work it will take.
Just because you're pursuing something you love to do, doesn't mean that there won't be ups and downs.
You don't have to post every good or bad thing that happens to you online. Just live in that moment.
Respect your privacy and build boundaries for what you share and don't share online.
We live in a time where your business can easily have an international audience.
When you're able to focus your efforts on one social platform, then your strategy becomes so much clearer.
Being popular isn't helping anyone if you can't create value from it. Followers don't always convert to dollar signs.
In life, it's hard to see when you're turning off an opportunity and when you're turning onto one.
What serves you personally won't always serve you as a business owner and vice versa. That's why it's called balance.
You say no to some thing, every time you say yes to some thing else.

Continue the Inspiration:

ElanaLoo.com
Instagram: @elanaloo

Defining the Discipline of Success, with Elite Athlete Brandon Wynn of Brandon Wynn Gym Oct 25, 2016

Brandon Wynn is an International Gold Medal Athlete, Men’s Senior National Gymnastics Team Member, Olympic Trial Competitor, and online fitness entrepreneur of Brandon Wynn Gym.

Recruited to Ohio State University, he graduated with 6 All Americans, 2 NCAA medals, and 2 Big 10 medals. For the last 7 years, Brandon has been a member of the U.S. Men's National Gymnastics Team and is now team captain. He has been on 3 World Championship Teams and is one of only two gymnasts to ever win a medal on the Still Rings in a world or Olympic competition.

In his online courses, Brandon creates different nutrition and fitness plans for people of all different fitness abilities and technical levels. He wants to empower his clients to live healthier, fuller lives and feels inspired by how his clients positively influence the people in their lives. Seeing transformation in his clients, mentally and physically, is what makes Brandon feel fulfilled in his career as an entrepreneur.

In this episode, you will learn the true grit it takes to build discipline in life and business, the value of creating an action plan to accomplishing your goals, and how to get crystal clear on what your passion is.

Show Highlights:

Discipline is identifying the variables that make you successful and doing them over and over again.
Instead of looking at obstacles as sacrifices, starting seeing them as opportunities to improve.
Always remember there are certain stepping stones that are absolutely necessary and essential for success.
A great idea with a bad plan will always loose to a bad idea with a great plan.
The plan is the fuel to success and without fuel you'll never get to the finish line.
If the path you are on doesn't really speak to you and your inner core, it's not the path you should be on.
You don't need to listen to every piece of advice you hear. Listen to what is applicable to you and filter the rest out.
Learn to appreciate the struggle, because that means what you're chasing has value.
Value is always created by margins. And how large that margin is, is how big of a value you're creating.
Don't build a product that isn't relevant and doesn't fulfill the pain points of your audience.
Be a student of every one. You can learn something from every single person you meet.
As you start to uncover the different things you thought you didn't know, you realize they were only paralyzing because of the fear of not knowing them.
Take the first step towards your goal. Because even if you fail, at least you're going somewhere. If you don't take action, you can't move forward.
Everybody has the same amount of time in one day. What you do with that time can make or break your goals.

Follow Brandon Wynn on Instagram @brandonwynngym

How to Make Real Money Online, with Full-Time Blogger John Meese Oct 18, 2016

John Meese is a professional blogger, podcaster, course creator, and co-founder of Notable Themes, a premium WordPress theme provider.

John built an email list of 250 email subscribers in 30 days. He had a product launch period of 10 days and made $10,000 of his first launch. In 2015, he made the same amount of money in his online business as he did in his full time job at Chick-Fil-A.

With a philosophy of “Always Be Teaching,” John now builds courses teaching others how to build a successful blog and business online.

In this episode, you will learn how to earn a real living online, the importance of diversifying your income as an entrepreneur, and how to stay authentic online as you gain success.

Show Highlights:

When building a business on the side, you need to get crystal clear on what’s important because time is limited.
Focus on the one thing you can do today too move your business forward.
Track your time to see how long you are spending on each area of your business, then get disciplined on cutting back on areas you’re spending too much time on.
If your biggest motivator as an entrepreneur is freedom, then you need to have stability built into your business.
Your time is valuable. If you are putting in a lot of effort, you deserve to make money from that effort.
When creating a product, ask yourself what transformation you want the customer to experience. If there is no transformation, don’t sell the product.
Three Levels of Motivation: Fame, Fortune, and Freedom. Which of the three motivate you first?
Anybody can set goals. Focus on how you can attain the goal.
You can’t create natural drive, but you can create a powerful why.
What is your super power? What sets you apart?
Clarify your niche. Build your audience. Launch a product. Rinse and repeat
You have to create more than you consume.

Continue the Inspiration:

Designing an Inspired Life, with Alexis Andra of The Shift Creative Oct 11, 2016

Alexis Andra is the creative genius behind The Shift Creative. The Shift Creative is a custom installation, event design, and styling business based in Southern California. Her goal is to create original art pieces that have not been executed before.

Alexis has worked with brands like Crate and Barrel, Nike Women, 100 Layer Cake, Gwyneth Paltrow, Yellow Conference and many more. Her artistic process is rooted in letting creativity happen without trying to force it.

In this episode, you will learn how to create a business and life with intention, creating partnerships with authority instead of desperation, and why it’s important to not put your worth in social media.

Show Highlights:

When starting out, you won’t always get paid to create. Expect to create for free until you have authority to charge.
The world of entrepreneurship isn’t consistent so don’t rely on it to be.
Believe in yourself. Network with the people in your industry. Put yourself out there.
If you don’t put yourself out there, how can you expect anyone to know who you are and what you can offer them?
When pitching yourself to new clients, create specific ideas that are so unique, it makes it difficult for them to say no.
Just because a person has a bigger number behind their name, doesn’t make them any better than you are.
You never know the finished product of something if you never start.
Your worth isn’t in what other people deem as successful. That can only be determined by you.
When we think of others less and ourselves more, that’s a good indication that our motives aren’t pure.
Why do we look to social media to give us worth and define our success?
If you’re feeling uninspired, choose to engage instead of withdrawal.

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#SoloCast: The Meaning of Inner Greatness + Recap of The Summit of Greatness with Lewis Howes Oct 04, 2016

When 450 entrepreneurs and wave makers get together in one room, magic happens. That's the only way I can accurately describe my week at The Summit of Greatness in Columbus, OH. The Summit was organized by the one and only Lewis Howes, NYT best-selling author and podcaster of The School of Greatness.

This last minute trip turned into a life changing experience that I will never forget. I met people with dreams bigger than mine that challenged me to think bigger and love who I am. The conference featured incredible speakers Stacy London, Matthew Hussey, Kyle Maynard, and many more.

On this #SoloCast, I share with you a few take aways from my favorite speakers , my overall big personal takeaway and a pretty big challenge for you! Grab a pen and paper because it's about to get real!

Show Highlights:

In life you need two things - competence and confidence. @matthewhussey
Get good at being alone. Be okay on your own. Then you’re not afraid of losing someone. @matthewhussey
You can’t compare yourself to what’s out there. You just have to be better than the day before. @fabioviviani
Whether you’re running forward or limping forward. Forward is forward. @fabioviviani
Circumstances never define who you are. It’s only how you react to those circumstances that will create or destroy the path you’re own. @fabioviviani
The thing you think you’re hiding from the world you’re really screaming. @stacylondon
Growing up is about learning and then unlearning everything we learned. @INQLIFE
Maturity means standing in the dark to bring in the light and trusting that everything out of your control will be alright. @INQLIFE
Learned fear can be overcome when you realize the voice inside your head isn't yours. It's an imitation from the voices before. @INQLIFE

Discovering Your Worth, with Kelsey Chapman of Radiant Magazine Sep 27, 2016

Kelsey Chapman is the boss lady behind Radiant Magazine, an online magazine built around women sharing wisdom with each other in all the areas of life. Her personal blog, KelseyChapman.com, has been wildly successful as she shares a mixture of her own passions, adventures, and lifestyle.

As a blogger, entrepreneur, and social media consultant, Kelsey strives to create moments and opportunities to inspire people to see their worth and find their voice.

She is extremely passionate about empowering women, building connection, and extending a gracious hand to one another. After writing at her personal blog, she felt she could carry out Radiant Magazine to a greater extent by forming a team of fantastic women to write about everything ranging from music, beauty, relationships, discipleship and the in-between!

In this episode, you will learn how to grow as a leader by watching and learning from the people around you, when to know when to walk away from relationships and careers that no longer serve your greater mission, the pros and cons of entering into business with friends, and how to do the hard work when relationships get tough in life and business.

Episode Highlights:

You are given gifts, talents, and desires for a reason and it’s not bad to pursue those.
There are a lot of “shoulds”. There will always be things you “should” do. Don’t feel like you have to do them.
Is what you’re doing right now life giving or life taking?
If you miss it with your team in pursuit of accomplishing this grand mission, you’re missing the point.
Learn how to lead and how not to lead by closely watching those around you.
We are all flawed and make mistakes. How we overcome and learn from them defines who we are.
As a leader, you need to set goals and expectations for your team in writing and explain The Why.
In this world, everyone wants a platform. It’s not always easy to find people who want to work with you for the right reasons.
Find people you can trust with the small things, then you know you can trust them when you grow.
You have to be willing to do the hard work of understanding how you and the people in your life best communicate.
Owning your value comes with time. It takes time to see your worth.
You love the world through the lens at which you love yourself. If you can’t love yourself, you can’t love the people around you.

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The Motivational Millennial Mindset, with author Jake Kelfer of Elevate Beyond Sep 20, 2016

Jake Kelfer is the Amazon bestselling author of Elevate Beyond, a high energy inspirational speaker, and the creator of a blog, Fundamental Mindset. The purpose of his blog is to help motivate and foster new ways of thinking on the journey to success. His time working with the LA Lakers inspired him to write his first book on high performance athletes and entrepreneurs, which is now being used as curriculum in California Universities.

Jake combines lessons from successful athletes and entrepreneur with his own experiences to teach you how to discover a career you are passionate about, become a champion networker, and use resume, interview and social media strategies to stand out from your peers and colleagues.

In this episode, you will learn the inside view of a successful millennial mindset, the importance of creating a consistent daily morning routine, the process and strategy behind writing your first book ,and how to use social media to stand out in the job market.

Show Notes:

What do you know that you can share with the world?
Go for it. The worst that can happen is you fail, and try again. The best thing that can happen is your life is changed forever. @jakekelfer
There are so many ways to make it work, you just need to find one. @jakekelfer
You are the average of the top 5 people you surround yourself with.
As millennials, we don’t have to follow the normal career path. We can create our own path.
The only short cut in life is to start now. @jakekelfer
It takes ten years to be an over night success.
There is only one of you in the whole world. Once you embrace who you are and what you can offer the world, something magical happens.
Social media is your online personality. Your online personality should amplify your in-person personality. @jakekelfer
Never let your age keep you from making a difference.
Everybody has their own definition of success. Not one is the same. @jakekelfer
Once you understand who you are and what you’re capable of, you can be confident even in the midst of failure.

Living a Purpose Driven Life, with Ashley Reale of Love Everywhere Sep 13, 2016

Ashley Reale is the super woman behind Love Everywhere. This company started based upon one question 7 years ago, “What if one tiny act of kindness could change a life?”

So Ashley started to share love with strangers through hidden notes of encouragement, leaving these notes behind everywhere she went. In 2014, she launched a website, and, with the help of a team of 25 ambassadors located across the US and internationally around the globe over 8,000 notes have now been distributed worldwide.

Due to the outpouring of support for the social project, Love Everywhere launched a shop of hand-crafted, inspirational items; and will release a new item each month for the next year.

In this episode, you will learn how to turn passion into profit, the importance of building a positive team culture, the power authenticity can have in your life, and how to use social media ambassadors to grow your brand.

Show Highlights:

One simple idea really can impact people’s lives in a positive way.
Every action you take has a ripple effect.
Never underestimate the power of a strong, positive team that can lift you up.
My business wouldn’t exist with the Instagram Community we’ve built around Love Everywhere.
The more people sharing your mission, the more eyes you have on your business, and the more impact you can make.
Even if social media didn’t existent, I would still do what I do, even if no one knew about it.
Write down your negative thoughts or creative blocks so you can get it out of you and move on.
For someone to be inspirational, they must first be inspired by something greatly.
When you go through hard times, you have to make the choice to believe in something bigger and more powerful than yourself.
What do you do to pull yourself out of those dark clouds of negativity?
Be honest and don’t be afraid to share your heart - because that’s when people see the real you.

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The Truth About Blogging + Entrepreneurship, with Amelia Leach of Amelia Styles Sep 06, 2016

A fashion blogger and an entrepreneur, Amelia Leach knows what it’s like to build something from the ground up. She created her style blog, Amelia Styles, in 2014 as a way to share her enduring passion for style, writing, and thirst for fashion.

Her new clothing line, Amelia Styles, is centered around her personal sense of style that focuses on classic meets modern, ready to wear street fashion. Feminine ease and simplicity are tenets of my personal style, and she loves challenging herself to create looks that appear unintended, yet refined.

Style is something Amelia has always been drawn to. She believes it embodies who you are, what you love, and what you want to say to the world around you.

In this episode, you will learn the basics of blog branding, how to stay authentic to your style, the transformation from being a follower in the market place to a leader, and the sacrifices it takes to become a successful entrepreneur.

Show Highlights

Find what you’re drawn to and what interests you and go do it.
You can’t always begin where you want to end up. Sometimes you have to start small.
Hone in on your brand or style and over time, those people that resonate with you will come find you.
Comparison is a never ending game. And I chose to stop playing it.
It’s easy to get lost along the way when you don’t start with a plan.
Blogging is about more than making money, it’s about building a platform.
Patience as a young entrepreneur doesn’t come naturally because we grew up in a world centered around instant gratification.
Zero in on your goals and do what you have to do to accomplish it.
Do what you have to do right now so you can do what you want to do in the future.
If you’re going to bet on any one, it should be yourself because you are in control of yourself.
Let’s stop victimizing entrepreneurship.
Live like nobody else today, so you can live like nobody else tomorrow.
Social media is 100% responsible for the success I’ve had as an entrepreneur.

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Cultivating a Creative Community, with Kelsey Cherry of Kelsey Cherry Photography Aug 30, 2016

Kelsey's work goes beyond producing exceptional photos. She aims to make every person she works with feel comfortable and connected with others. A joyful community builder, Kelsey aims to translate the personal connection she creates within people to each of her photos.

Kelsey specializes in portraits, fashion, and travel. Her work has been featured in ELLE Magazine, The Everygirl, US Weekly, The New York Times, and Redbook. She is behind the camera for some of Nashville's most influential bloggers including Moriah Murrell, Velvet's Edge, Nutrition Stripped, and Happily Grey.

In this episode, Kelsey takes you on her journey as a photographer and finding a community that uplifts and inspires her. You will learn the importance of community, self-care, and how to establish strong business relationships with brands.

Show Highlights:

If you can bring something to the table and see what other’s can add to the idea that’s where the magic happens.
People are going to be attracted to you if you act in your real self and not abide by what other people think.
As a solo entrepreneur or creative, you see the world around you and it can be extremely intimidating on your own.
When you’re doing something you love and you’re surrounded by a lot of people doing the same thing, you don’t know where to dive in.
There is always something to learn and something you don’t know. It’s important to be open to learn from others.
When you have a community of people behind you that you believe in, that’s when you’re going to reach your full potential.
When you say yes to every project that comes your way, you lose a little bit of your character and creativity.
If you go into everything that you do and you feel inspired by it, you’e going to end up creating something that you’re more proud of.
Having a blog as a creative is important because it allows people to see who you are and your real life.
No matter what you’re circumstances are, if you’re surrounded my the right people and have a strong passion, you really can be whatever you want.
You were not put on this planet to pay a bunch of bills and then die.
You can do more work and have more freedom when you allow yourself to have a set schedule with boundaries.
When you constantly say “I’m so busy” people hear that and that’s what you become known for. And that’s how you miss opportunity.

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Finding Your Voice, with Olivia Muenter from Bustle Aug 23, 2016

Olivia Muenter is the Fashion and Beauty Editor of Bustle. With over 10 million monthly unique visitors, this online magazine provides a fresh spin on news, entertainment, fashion, beauty, lifestyle and any and all subjects that concern women.

After graduating college from the University of Florida, Olivia moved to New York City to begin her career at Bustle where she primarily writes about fashion and beauty, alongside creating shareable Pinterest content. With a viral article under her belt, this inspiring woman spends her time creating content that educates, inspires, and entertains women around the world.

In this episode, Olivia will share the hustle it took her to land a job right out of college at one of the largest online women's magazines, how to find your voice as a writer, and why it's important to stay grounded.

Show Highlights:

Say yes to the things that intimidate you and figure the rest out along the way. @oliviamuenter
No matter how bad it is, just put one foot in front of the other to get yourself started.
Focus on yourself. The more you focus on other’s, the less successful you’ll be at being yourself. @oliviamuenter
Never doubt yourself. If you have an idea and you think it’s good, it more than likely is. So go for it. @oliviamuenter
Find the sweet spot of writing that appeals to a large group of people, but that's entirely your own voice.
Who you surround with plays a big role in how you feel about yourself. @oliviamuenter
If you’re around people who bring you down, your self talk will reflect that.
We live in a world where we can create the life and career we want. Why not do it?
There is so much freedom in being able to work from anywhere with just a single laptop. @oliviamuenter
Don’t let small minuscule things take up space in your creative life. Use that energy for yourself.

To follow Olivia's journey at Bustle in New York City, follow her on Instagram.

Creating a Vision Worth The Hustle, with Brooke Webb of KBStyled Aug 16, 2016

Brooke Webb is the babe behind the style blog, KBStyled. Not only is she a wife, a mom of two, and the Vice President of HR for one of the largest banks in America, she also has an extremely successful blog too. She has collaborated with brands like Nordstrom, Coach, Dove Hair Care, Vera Bradley, and New York and Company along with many others.

In this episode we break down how to set boundaries for true work-life balance, the misconceptions of blogging, the truth about hustle, how to make money blogging, tips on how to grow your Instagram following, and strategies for collaborating with the brands.

Show Highlights:

You have to set boundaries with your work. Take time to live in the moment with the people you love.
Don’t miss moments and memories with your family and friends because you were buried in work.
Know what comes first. Get your priorities straight in the beginning and you’ll go far.
Being creative and relevant takes work.
Give your dreams a real chance. And if it doesn’t work out, move onto something else that fits more naturally and flows freely.
Create a vision so clear, it makes the hard work worth it because you know what you’re working towards.
You don’t always know the reason behind a “no”. Don’t take it personal and move onto the next.
Always keep moving forward. And if you can’t get over the negativity or failure - take a step back from your goal to remember why you started
Be okay with losing those hours of sleep due to late night hustle. You’ll get them back later on down the road.

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Embracing the Struggle, with Chelsea Briche of The Millennial Miss Aug 11, 2016

Chelsea Briche is the girlboss behind the lifestyle blog, The Millennial Miss. The mission? To be an active landing spot for the twenty-somethings who are fearlessly stumbling into the real world while hustling to land that dream job.

In this episode, you will learn how to narrow down your personal brand, how media appearances help you build awareness, and the importance of never settling.

Show Highlights:

During the day, do what pays your bills now. At night, do what pays your future bills. @cbriche
Life isn’t just about a paycheck. Let’s stop holding our paychecks so high above everything else.
Be stable enough to support yourself before you quit your day dream.
We always hear about the success stories. It’s time to create our own and give light to the struggle of the side hustle. @cbriche
The decision to step out and take the leap will always be yours, and yours alone. @cbriche
A picture on social media can be manipulated into whatever that person wants it to be.
Take one step every day that will get you closer to where you want to be. @cbriche
If you use social media in the right way, it can be your best asset.
Reach out to people. Ask for opportunities. If you don’t, you can’t expect them to come to you.
There is so much power in looking back to see how far you’ve come. @cbriche

If you want to continue the inspiration, follow Chelsea's blog, The Millennial Miss.

Instagram: @cbriche

Twitter: @cbriche

Facebook: The Millennial Miss

Blaze Your Own Creative Path, with Larz May of Livin Like Larz Aug 09, 2016

Larz May is a digital storyteller. Creative Director and Boss Lady behind Livin Like Larz and Half The Story, she creates social media content strategies for brands and individuals around the world.

In this episode, you will learn how to embrace and learn from failure, what it means to hustle your way to the top, and an inside look to a 22 year old entrepreneurs life.

Episode Highlights:

We create expectations based on the stories we tell ourselves.
Half The Story is for anyone who wants to share the other half of the story that social media doesn't show.
Instagram is the cover of the book and Snapchat is the full story.
My ability to take risks is due to my ability to embrace failure. - @livinlikelarz
My biggest risk was the just being myself - it’s a risk that people are afraid to take every day. - @livinlikelarz
Embrace yourself. It’s the biggest risk you can take and the most rewarding.
Any dream can come true if you fight for it.
Money comes and goes. Jobs come and go. Business relationships come and go. But your friends are there for life.
You can’t hide behind your computer all day. That’s not where the magic happens. It happens from building real relationships.
No one is going to believe in you if you don’t believe in yourself.
It’s not about letting opportunity find you. It’s about creating it for yourself.

To be inspired on a daily basis, follow Larz on Instagram: @livinlikelarz + @halfthestory

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