HTL 060: How To Discover Your Path and Live Life on Purpose, with Joe Elliott

HTL 060: How To Discover Your Path and Live Life on Purpose, with Joe Elliott

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In this episode, we are talking about a question that so many of us ask ourselves but often never really answer. Who Am I? Why Am I Here? Where Do I Fit In? These are big questions. We go out into the world to try to figure it out. How many years have been spent trying to find ourselves? Understand who we are? Why is this so hard?  I have a theory that it is because we don’t know what questions to ask ourselves about our purpose. When you don’t know the question, how can you expect to receive an answer? My guest today is Joe Elliott, who is the founder and executive director of the Catalyst Collective and the Purpose Project which helps people answer these questions for themselves. …
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HTL 059: Following The Bread-Crumb Trail of Your Curiosity, with Junaid Ahmed

HTL 059: Following The Bread-Crumb Trail of Your Curiosity, with Junaid Ahmed

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I love the title of today's show, Following the Bread Crumb Trail. Do you remember the story of Hansel and Gretel? They were lost in the forest, but Hansel had dropped breadcrumbs and they were able to follow the trail and get back home. That is kind of what my guest, Junaid Ahmed, is going to encourage you to do. Junaid is the host of the podcast, Hacks and Hobbies. He, himself, is a lifelong hobbyist. He has explored many things: tech, cycling, photography, beekeeping, film and video, studio set up, podcasting; and all were explored by following his curiosity. Curiosity is natural to everyone. Even if you think you don’t have imagination or curiosity about anything, I would say, not true. You were probably steered away from it or…
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HTL 058: It’s Okay To Try Different Things, with Matt Woicik

HTL 058: It’s Okay To Try Different Things, with Matt Woicik

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Today I am speaking with Matt Woicik who wants to let you know that it’s okay to try different things. His own path from architect to computer tech to digital marketing entrepreneur was pretty straight with no real deviations. It turned out well, but he would like to encourage his own children and this audience that it’s okay to try different things. It won’t throw you off a chosen path, and can even enhance it.  If you think you have to be laser-focused to reach a level of prestige and comfort, do so if you find it completely fulfilling. But it is also fun to try out some different things and it will still turn out okay. Everything works out. Make sure you are really enjoying it along the way. If…
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HTL 057: How To Be a Good Parent and Keep Your Sanity, with Adrienne Brown

HTL 057: How To Be a Good Parent and Keep Your Sanity, with Adrienne Brown

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Today’s topic is about how to decrease stress, how to consciously take that pause before you react to something emotionally or physically, and how to take care of yourself in order to be your best for others. And not just any others. The most precious of the others: your children.  This is going to be a show about parenting. A job worth doing well; you’re absolute best, actually.  In this interview, we will talk about why it is so important, how to be purposeful and present about it, and how to set the intention to be the best parent to your children that you can be.  It is an honor to raise a child and bring that child into adulthood.  And it is definitely a life skill. One that at…
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HTL 056: Problem-Solving Skills You Acquire From Solo Travel, with Kristin Addis

HTL 056: Problem-Solving Skills You Acquire From Solo Travel, with Kristin Addis

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Today’s topic is apropos as life is returning to normal and people are venturing out again.  We are going to talk about the skills you learn when you travel.  Travel, remember that? As the world is returning to normal, people are ready to get back out there and there is a lot to be gained by world travel. It is a unique education that can provide you with skills that will serve you for life. In this podcast, we are going to talk about some of those skills.My guest today is Kristin Addis. Kristin is the founder of the blog, Be My Travel Muse, which is the most read female travel blog in the world! She has a unique story of how this came about, starting with a one-way ticket to…
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HTL 055: Creating Multiple Streams of Income Through Real Estate Investing, with Jay Helms

HTL 055: Creating Multiple Streams of Income Through Real Estate Investing, with Jay Helms

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In the past, I have spoken about passive income streams, what that is, and different ways to create that.  Today, I have another option for you and that is to add real estate holdings to your portfolio. Don’t be freaked out by those words. It just means you can make money without having to go to a 9-5 job by investing in real estate. Still, confused? Don’t worry, it is about to become much, much clearer to you. Jay Helms is my guest today and he is the founder of the W2 Capitalist, and he wants to help you build multiple streams of income through real estate investing.Multiple streams of income; imagine - removing all stress and anxiety about providing for yourself and your family. How nice does that sound? Jay…
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HTL 054: The Importance of a Creative Outlet, with Johnny McLean

HTL 054: The Importance of a Creative Outlet, with Johnny McLean

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Life is filled with a lot of work, obligations, commitments, and deadlines it seems. It can get very hectic and it is rather easy to fall into a cycle to work, work, work.  Work is good. It is productive and is often satisfying. But it can easily consume your every moment if you are not paying attention and that can lead to burnout. It can happen but it doesn’t have to happen.  And that is what this episode is about. The importance of a creative outlet.  A creative outlet is that something that you really enjoy that allows you to release stress, and which allows you to escape and recharge so you can go back to your day-to-day reality with a better mindset and more energy. My guest is Johnny McLean…
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HTL 053: Skills You Need To Be An Executive Assistant (aka superhero), with Jess Lindgren

HTL 053: Skills You Need To Be An Executive Assistant (aka superhero), with Jess Lindgren

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I have another episode today for the What Am I Going To Do With My Life Series. In case you are new to this show, every once in a while I will have a guest who talks about possible career choices. I like doing these interviews because you never know what just might resonate with someone. A chance comment can potentially be the answer to a question you might have. So here is another one for you. Are you super-organized? Are you dependable? Are you good with the details? Do you get the job done?  Well, maybe you might consider being an executive assistant? In this interview, I am speaking with Jess Lindgren, who is the right-hand woman for Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income. Pat is a very big name in…
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HTL 052: The 7 Superpowers of Introverts, with Kim Beasley

HTL 052: The 7 Superpowers of Introverts, with Kim Beasley

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Introverts unite! Then retreat into a quiet room. Alone.  I really like today’s topic. It is all about introverts!  We are going to talk about the special strengths that introverts often possess and how to use those strengths to your advantage both personally and in business, especially online. Online businesses offer a unique opportunity for introverts to really thrive.  I am speaking with Kim Beasley, the "introverted entrepreneur whisperer". She has a whole coaching practice geared toward helping this personality type succeed and thrive in the online business world. This topic really hits home for me. I am an introvert!I used to think I was just shy, insecure, and awkward, but that was only because I didn’t know I could leverage my personality in my own way and on my…
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HTL 051: How To Give And Receive Through Volunteering, with Amy von Kaenel

HTL 051: How To Give And Receive Through Volunteering, with Amy von Kaenel

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  There are many ways to develop character, leadership, teamwork and so many other skills that will only help you throughout your life. And one of those ways is through volunteering. It is important to learn how to help others and give of your skills and time. It encourages generosity and selflessness and compassion.  You can earn service and leadership awards, scholarships, and it is also very fun! These are traits that many colleges and employers look for in potential students and employees.  But until recently, it was often challenging to find volunteer opportunities. Keeping track of hours, verifying those hours, and keeping it all organized to submit to advisors, counselors, clubs, programs or colleges was also a little daunting. But not anymore. Today I am speaking with the CEO…
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