Wouldn't it be amazing if we could DESIGN our lives around the things that bring us JOY instead of defaulting to just "letting it happen" but not having to work so hard to "make" it happen?

That's where today's guest comes in!

Meet Kate House. By day you can find her running around the small town of Gettysburg, PA with her two little boys as a stay-at-home mom and wife to her college sweetheart, and by night she's the host of The Live By Design Podcast, health coach, educator, meditation enthusiast, slow-but-steady-runner, and creator of The LBD Collective. It brings her no greater pleasure than to speak kindness, love, and encouragement into your earbuds via her podcast and on IG @mskatehouse and to empower women to courageously take one step, each and every day, in the direction of your dreams.

Want to connect with Kate?

• Check out her website: www.mskatehouse.com
• Instagram: @mskatehouse
• Free month of LBD Collective Membership!!!

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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My guest Kelly Wittman is a brand strategist and designer who owns Witt and Company, a brand strategy and design studio based just north of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kelly and her team have supported more than 100 purpose-driven businesses craft consistent and cohesive brands using a strategy-first approach and the principles of Seasonal Brand Theory and Color Psychology. Prior to the unplanned start of her business in 2017, she spent six years in marketing, event management, and fundraising, specifically in the nonprofit and startup space. Now, she happily wears the title of ‘unemployable’, is proud to have a business that supports her and her family, and is on a mission to help people-first businesses create strategic and intentional brands that support them in doing more good work.

Want to connect with Jess?

• Check out her website: https://wittandcompany.com/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellymwittman
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wittandcompany

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Get ready for a rush of inspiration to take the scary action in order to get you to your dream life.

A former celebrity personal trainer and elementary school teacher, Jess turned her once “cute side hustle” into a multimillion dollar business in 18 months. Since leaving her teaching job in 2017 she has hired a team of incredible heart-centered leaders, served hundreds of clients, and helped them generate over $11 million in revenue. She is committed to helping 100 entrepreneurs create 7-figure impact driven businesses (9 down, 91 to go!). As a result of donations and the awareness she and her company, “The Digital Business Evolution,” have generated, Jess was able to fund the building of a school in Ghana, Africa with Pencils of Promise. The school opened in January 2021 and is home to over 150 students and local staff.

Jess has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Yahoo Finance, The Today Show, Good Day New York, The New York Post, Shape Magazine, Well + Good.

As evident through her business, life, and philanthropic endeavors, Jess’s mission is to cause a ripple effect and inspire change for generations to come, making a massive impact along the way and leaving a lasting legacy beyond her singular actions.

Want to connect with Jess?

• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjessicaderose/
• Check out her website: www.jessglazer.com
• Free Quiz: https://www.jessglazer.com/quiz

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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For the last 18 years, Lauryn Henley has worked as a leader, speaker, facilitator and consciousness coach. Her purpose is to support individuals, families, communities and organizations to liberate themselves, thrive and experience transformative relationships. Lauryn is deeply committed to ending systemic racism and views this as her life’s work since she was 19. In 2003, she graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s in Psychology focusing on race and multicultural studies. Specifically, she studied the role that white people play in perpetuating racial injustice. At that time, Lauryn was committed to racial equality through educational transformation and joined Teach for America in 2003.

Want to connect with Lauryn?

• Follow her on Instagram: @laurynhenley
• Lead For Liberation Website: LeadForLiberation.com
• Personal Website: laurynhenley.com

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If this served you well, hit subscribe! And follow along with my daily musings over on instagram. I'm thrilled to have you in this community.

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Shayna Renee Hammond, Founder & CEO of Lead For Liberation and IndigoWomen, is a serial entrepreneur with an extensive 20-year background in leadership and life coaching, organizational culture redesign, business strategy, and education leadership development. Her first company, Lead For Liberation, is a leadership development organization dedicated to guiding leaders of organizations, school districts, and foundations to redesign their workplace cultures through the lens of liberation. Through Lead For Liberation’s transformative group coaching cohorts and long-term partnerships, executive leaders within organizations and school districts across the country have co-created high-performing, interdependent organizational cultures where leaders and staff members thrive, innovate, and experience belonging.

Want to connect with Shayna?

• Follow her on Instagram @indigowomencommunity
• Lead For Liberation Website: LeadForLiberation.com
• IndigoWomen Website: IndigoWomenCommunity.com

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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For reference, here's the Instagram post I talk about in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cgx8HzpDTtV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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Well, you can throw that old saying right out the window because it's probably not working out too well for you, is it?

Amy Hager, a true marketer and community builder at heart, uses her years of experience and expertise to help coaches and consultants around the world build businesses they love at the Joyful Business Revolution. Her experiences help her relate and apply strategies across many different industries by utilizing her background in marketing, communications, engagement, community development, and organizational growth.When this cat mom isn’t helping clients with their Joyful Marketing she can be found finding her joy while exploring her own backyard, hanging out on her boat, visiting as many wineries as possible, and/or traveling the world.

Want to connect with Amy?

Join us in her Facebook group where she gathers with smart coaches/consultants and host live trainings: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ContentStrategyLab

Content Personality Quiz: https://joyfulbusinessrevolution.com/quiz/

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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I am so excited to share the story with you all about how I began, and the path it's taken me on since. Thank you all so much for your support and love throughout this self development, awareness, and leadership growth journey.

I'll be back Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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My guest Lucie is an intuitive business coach that is currently expanding her hypersensorial abilities (soul essense/psychic). Lucie is passionate about reminding women of their power to build generations of wealth by being their authentic selves. She is multi-dimensional, mystical and pragmatic. She encourages women to embrace their light and kink through understanding their womb power. As a soul healer, modern shaman, spiritual guide, wealth and pleasure mentor, business owner and mother Lucie brings women together in the deep understanding that together we can connect with our deeply rooted purpose. 

Want to get in touch with Lucie? Follow her on the 'gram at @Divinelylucie

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If you want to lead your team, you need to know who they are and HOW they work. To do that we're using a personal assessment tool used by more than one million people every year to help improve teamwork, communication, and productivity in the workplace.

My amazing guest Erin has spent the past 17 years educating and empowering leaders. She guides others to confidently lead themselves, lean into their strengths, and be the most confident version of themselves to stand in their power. During the pandemic Erin saw an even deeper need to help women as she went through her own metamorphosis; through a chronic health struggle, losing her dad, and her mom's extreme sudden decline with a rare form of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It was in her own personal breakthrough she learned the tools, tips, and tricks to help you own the warrior within.

No matter the pressure or pivot life throws at you, this will have you stepping into your NEXT BEST YES - intuitively, confidently, and powerfully. -Take Erin’s Free animal quiz HERE.

Want to take an assessment and get a deep dive with Erin as your expert? click HERE for a special that she extended to all of our listeners.

To connect with Erin follow her on the 'gram @erinjayneofficial

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If you want to lead your team, you need to know who they are and HOW they work. To do that we're using a personal assessment tool used by more than one million people every year to help improve teamwork, communication, and productivity in the workplace.

My amazing guest Erin has spent the past 17 years educating and empowering leaders. She guides others to confidently lead themselves, lean into their strengths, and be the most confident version of themselves to stand in their power. During the pandemic Erin saw an even deeper need to help women as she went through her own metamorphosis; through a chronic health struggle, losing her dad, and her mom's extreme sudden decline with a rare form of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It was in her own personal breakthrough she learned the tools, tips, and tricks to help you own the warrior within.

No matter the pressure or pivot life throws at you, this will have you stepping into your NEXT BEST YES - intuitively, confidently, and powerfully. -Take Erin’s Free animal quiz HERE.

Want to take an assessment and get a deep dive with Erin as your expert? click HERE for a special that she extended to all of our listeners.

To connect with Erin follow her on the 'gram @erinjayneofficial

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Welcome to the 3rd of my 5 episode series on how we can best utilize this tool in our own lives for success, Today we're going deep into the mechanics of the second type, 'I' Personality.

My amazing guest Erin has spent the past 17 years educating and empowering leaders. She guides others to confidently lead themselves, lean into their strengths, and be the most confident version of themselves to stand in their power. During the pandemic Erin saw an even deeper need to help women as she went through her own metamorphosis; through a chronic health struggle, losing her dad, and her mom's extreme sudden decline with a rare form of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It was in her own personal breakthrough she learned the tools, tips, and tricks to help you own the warrior within.

No matter the pressure or pivot life throws at you, this will have you stepping into your NEXT BEST YES - intuitively, confidently, and powerfully. -Take Erin’s Free animal quiz HERE.

Want to take an assessment and get a deep dive with Erin as your expert? click HERE for a special that she extended to all of our listeners.

To connect with Erin follow her on the 'gram @erinjayneofficial

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Welcome back to the 2nd of my 5 episode series on how we can best utilize this tool in our own lives for success, Today we're going deep into the mechanics of the first type, 'D' Personality.

My amazing guest Erin has spent the past 17 years educating and empowering leaders. She guides others to confidently lead themselves, lean into their strengths, and be the most confident version of themselves to stand in their power. During the pandemic Erin saw an even deeper need to help women as she went through her own metamorphosis; through a chronic health struggle, losing her dad, and her mom's extreme sudden decline with a rare form of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It was in her own personal breakthrough she learned the tools, tips, and tricks to help you own the warrior within.

No matter the pressure or pivot life throws at you, this will have you stepping into your NEXT BEST YES - intuitively, confidently, and powerfully. -Take Erin’s Free animal quiz HERE.

Want to take an assessment and get a deep dive with Erin as your expert? click HERE for a special that she extended to all of our listeners.

To connect with Erin follow her on the 'gram @erinjayneofficial

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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My amazing guest Erin has spent the past 17 years educating and empowering leaders. She guides others to confidently lead themselves, lean into their strengths, and be the most confident version of themselves to stand in their power. During the pandemic Erin saw an even deeper need to help women as she went through her own metamorphosis; through a chronic health struggle, losing her dad, and her mom's extreme sudden decline with a rare form of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It was in her own personal breakthrough she learned the tools, tips, and tricks to help you own the warrior within.

No matter the pressure or pivot life throws at you, this will have you stepping into your NEXT BEST YES - intuitively, confidently, and powerfully. -Take Erin’s Free animal quiz HERE.

Want to take an assessment and get a deep dive with Erin as your expert? click HERE for a special that she extended to all of our listeners.

To connect with Erin follow her on the 'gram @erinjayneofficial

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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In today's episode with 'Thank you for Laughing' podcast host Steaphanie Shar, we get into strength, confidence, motherhood and more.

Stephanie Shar is a single mother, podcaster, writer, direct sales expert, corporate queen, social media influencer, and mental health advocate. Her mission in life is to empower women to tap into their inner strength and realize their full potential while loving themselves and living their best lives.

Want to get in touch with Stephanie? Follow her on the 'gram at @ownyourbold and/or join her private Facebook group, Stronger Together: HERE.

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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But let's be real here... how much time do you think you spend doing things you don’t even want or need to do?

My guest in today's episode, Gael Wood, is a author, entrepreneur, coach, and mom. Gael knows exactly how it feels to have plans and dreams but not enough time to implement them. That was her life until she decluttered her schedule and found time she didn’t even realize she had! And you can do the same with ease just by following the tips and strategies we talk about in today's episode.

In 2013, Gael launched her first online business, which she managed along with her career as a Massage Therapist. As the online businesses began to take off, she made the decision to retire from the hands-on massage work in 2016 and concentrate on using her extensive knowledge and experience to create tailored training and coaching materials and courses for estheticians, massage and spa professionals. With a business to run, family responsibilities, and volunteering Gael was extemely busy, but she had an idea for a new project, and I really wanted to make it work. She was able to accomplish it with the help of decluttering my schedule.

Want to connect with Gael? Follow her in Instagram @elevate_with_gael_wood or check out her website here.

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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But that feels impossible... right?

Then you haven't met Katrina McGhee.

My guest Katrina McGhee is a Career Break and Sabbatical Coach - a certified life coach with an MBA who helps 9-to-5ers design mind-blowing breaks to create happier, more fulfilling lives.

After saving $40k in 18 months, Katrina sold all of her possessions and left her corporate job for a 20-month break to travel around the world. Upon returning to work, she landed five job offers in just five weeks, paid off $42k of debt in full, and then embarked on career break #2.

Katrina helps her clients create fail-proof plans to leave their jobs and take successful breaks of their own. They return from their breaks recharged, inspired, happily employed and forever changed. The accomplishments of her 35+ clients on their time off include writing novels, traveling the world, changing careers and more. Her advice on career breaks, money management and international travel has been shared across various websites, blogs and podcasts including Forbes, Smarter Travel, Thrive Global and HuffPost.

Want to connect with Katrina? Follow her on the 'gram @kmcgheecoaching, & check out her site kmcgheecoaching.com

Taking this serious? Katrina has offered a free Career Break Assessment for The Beyond Leadership Podcast listeners that you can schedule HERE.

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Public speaking and communication is one of the biggest key skills to have as a leader, and today we're giving you all the tips on how to communicate successfully.

Eddie Rice is a professional speechwriter with over 10 years of experience in helping business leaders, keynote speakers, TED talk presenters, and everyday people enhance the messages they tell through great storytelling and structure. He loves creating strong narrative-driven speeches that focus on balancing emotional and thought-leadership content. As a speechwriter, he has worked with CEOs, college presidents and trustees, superintendents and principals, business owners, authors, politicians, organization leaders, nonprofit executive directors, and everyone in between. Now, he's here to share his knowledge with all of us!

Want to connect with Eddie? Check out his website and don't forget to pick up a copy of his book 'Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact' HERE.

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Amanda Tice is a successful curve model who has worked the past twelve years for and with well-known retail clients such as Nordstrom, Target, Saks, and Hanes. Since becoming a mom, Amanda has built on her background in Comparative Human Development to lead a mom revolution aimed at helping mothers tap into their inner wisdom and uncover hidden truths about motherhood to thrive postpartum and beyond.

Find her on Instagram or through her website -- and don't forget to check out her book, The New Mom Code: Shatter Expectations and Crush It at Motherhood, anywhere books are sold.

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My guest Ashley Meyer and I chat all about building a referral-based business through community connection, How networking fills your bank and your soul, and how authenticity and true self are the magic keys that unlock massive business success!

As an attorney, wife, mom of 3, law firm owner, MOMpire founder, and serial entrepreneur, Ashley's passion in life is showing other moms that they can build a business they love without sacrificing themselves or their family. She started MOMpire on a whim when she was kicked out of a Mom Facebook group because business didn't belong there. She knew there were other moms who longed to love motherhood but still do business. She created a home for moms to build deep connections, true friendships, and authentic referral partnerships, leading to profitability without exhaustion. Ashley truly believes that community is the best, most sustainable way to grow a business that you love while supporting the life you dream about.

Join the MOMpire Network HERE

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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One of the biggest pieces of the puzzle to creating a successful business is marketing... and I'm sure you knew that. But what you might not know is that marketing CAN be simple, and it's actually going to be more sustainable for you as an entrepreneur the less complex it is. This is why in today's episode I invited Michelle Vroom (a go-to marketing expert) to walk us through how we can market like a boss.

Michelle is a business coach with more than 15 years of marketing & PR experience with nonprofits, agencies, and big corporations. Now she helps small business owners grow to 6-figures with more freedom and peace. Michelle believes every woman entrepreneur should be able to get clients whenever she wants. She understands the challenges of limited resources and time, and shares her proven methods for visibility and relationship building to get clients and grow your business.

Want to get in touch with Michelle? Follow her on Instagram: @marketlikeabossmv or check out her website: https://michellevroom.com/

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram).

xo,

Sara Mae

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Think you're being mindful of those with disabilities when it comes to your online business? There may be some things you are or are not doing that could be detrimental to connecting with a whole community that you aren't even aware of. Well, this conversation with Kellina Powell will be sure to open your eyes to how you can be more accommodating to those in the deaf community.

Kellina is a young entrepreneur who loves to help people with their personal growth and educate others about the deaf community. Little do people know Kellina is actually hard of hearing, becoming deaf at the age of 4. She recently graduated with a psychology degree and is now starting her own online coaching business while finishing working on her book!

Don't forget to reach out and connect with Kellina!

Website: Kellinaempowerment.com

IG: Deafqueenboss

Facebook: Kellina Powell

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Trust me, you're not going to want to miss Ashley's take on this!

After 16 years in Corporate America, most recently as a Director & AVP, Ashley is passionate about helping women actualize and leverage their power so that they can create success on their terms. She teaches leadership, mindset, and strategies for career acceleration without burnout. Ashley has helped nearly 2,000 people create rewarding careers and holds a BA in Political Science with a minor in Strategic Communications from Seattle University.

Want to get in touch with Ashley? Follow her on IG @ashleymorganlive or contact her through her website https://ashleymorgan.live/

I'll be back Thursday with another amazing guest, but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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My amazing guest, Ashley Morgan, and I go into the details of why the personal development space seems to be so one-sided, how you can leverage your personal power to take advantage of everything available to you, and how women can change the role of what leadership looks like going into the future.

After 16 years in Corporate America, most recently as a Director & AVP, Ashley is passionate about helping women actualize and leverage their power so that they can create success on their terms. She teaches leadership, mindset, and strategies for career acceleration without burnout. Ashley has helped nearly 2,000 people create rewarding careers and holds a BA in Political Science with a minor in Strategic Communications from Seattle University.

Want to get in touch with Ashley? Follow her on IG @ashleymorganlive or contact her through her website https://ashleymorgan.live/

I'll be back Tuesday with the second half of this jam-packed episode, and it's going to be all about manifestation! But if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Danielle Langton is a business strategy coach and consultant who spent more than a decade working at a Fortune 500 company followed by a tech startup, before trading in her title as VP of Global Strategy to partner with six-and-seven-figure entrepreneurs to build profitable and sustainable businesses. Her mission for herself and her clients is to create a life AND a living — which she achieves through customized business plans that focus on pricing, products, people, and profitability. When she’s not working with her inspiring roster of clients, Danielle enjoys morning walks with Fred, her golden retriever, and exploring her new town of Austin, Texas with her husband Matt.

Want to get in touch with Danielle? Follow her on Ig @danielle_langton_ & be sure to check out her site https://daniellelangton.com/

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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We've all been there, and today's episode is for the women who are ready to break through those mental barriers you didn't even know you were putting on yourself.

Janelle Lynnae is the Founder of Next Level Confident. She is a Confidence Coach and Corporate Workshop Facilitator that teaches women how to break through psychological barriers unknowingly placed on self. Her mission is to help every woman see herself as the valuable asset she is to this world.

You can check out her podcast, The Next Level Confident Podcast or follow her on instagram or TikTok - @janelle_lynnae! Janelle primarily works with women in STEM industries like Cisco, McAfee, Madwire, and STEMblazers, giving concrete tools to building women’s confidence muscle in order to become the woman she’s meant to be. 

She has a Free Journaling Ebook available called: The #1 Way to Build Your Confidence Muscle

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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You've got the skills.

You've got the training.

You've got the desire.

So why aren't you getting the results?

Your mindset plays a HUGE part in this because you can WANT it from here to kingdom come, but if you don't believe you can achieve it, you never will. Before you give up on your 2022 goals this month, consider joining me for 30 minutes that'll change how you think about yourself, your business, and your ability to succeed. You've got nothing to lose except that crappy "can't do" attitude and everything to gain.

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram). Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If so, you're in luck! Today's episode is a grounded take on how to discover our unique design, embody it, and start living a life you're actually excited to wake up to!

Stacy is a Life Coach & Energy Healer that is obsessed with helping people transform their lives! She has dedicated her life to helping others make the internal shifts necessary to rekindle their excitement for life, reconnect to their soul essence, and lead them down a transformational journey of self-mastery & personal growth. Stacy uses a combination of Human Design, Ayurveda (The science of life), Tantric principles (the art of the becoming whole), and Shamanic teachings (understanding the fields of energy, messages, DNA, & what is inside us) to help you understand yourself at a deep level in order to optimize who you are & create a life that you wake up excited to live.

Want to get in touch with Stacy? Follow her on Instagram: @stacy_gissal or check out her website: www.stacygissal.com

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram).

xo,

Sara Mae

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Amy delights in creating bright, strategic brand images for small business owners who need to stand out online. She used her background in interior design and theater to create a proprietary planning process that quells her clients’ overwhelm and helps tell a unique visual story about each business that she works with!

Since transitioning into brand photography from portraits and weddings, she has worked with authors, TedX speakers, marketing pros, coaches, and more. When not strategizing for her next shoot, you’ll find her re-watching the same three TV shows, reading, shopping, crafting, or planning her next road trip.

Want to get in touch with Amy? Follow her on Instagram: @amylynn_creative or check out her website: www.amylynncreative.com

Get your free stock photos: https://amylynncreative.com/email-signup

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram).

xo,

Sara Mae

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Shout me out on social media if you listen to this episode -- let me know if we should turn this into a full length episode with more depth and reason and ways out of the hole!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Uhm, yeah me too!

As leaders situations like this are inevitable, and knowing how to handle it is what is going to set you apart as the leader your people actually want to follow. That's why today's episode of The Beyond Leadership Podcast is all about navigating those difficult conversations with the expert herself, Julie Crenshaw.

Julie Crenshaw is a Conversation Coach and author of the book, Navigating & Avoiding Awkward Conversations. She teaches on a wide variety of topics, from basic socializing and small talk skills to dealing with conflict, to having conversations on difficult subjects such as illness and grief. As a doctor of physical therapy and a board-certified specialist in geriatrics, subjects related to healthcare, patient rights, and caregiver burden are close to her heart. Her mission is to empower others to feel confident in their ability to express themselves and their needs/desires more clearly and to be able to handle difficult situations and conversations with ease. She believes that with a strong foundation of compassion, boundaries, and a healthy mindset, anyone can learn to gracefully connect with others, no matter the situation.

Want to get in touch with Julie?

Check out her website HERE, follow her on Instagram, and don't forget to pick up a copy of her book!

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on instagram).

xo,

Sara Mae

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It's easy to get derailed as a mompreneur, trust me I've been there. So how do we manage to stay on track? It's by DISCOVERING YOUR PRIORITIES.

Join me as I walk you through the 3 steps to discovering your enduring priorities and how to stay on track. We're diving deep into the best way to determine priorities, how to juggle everything and still make progress, and how to stay focused. Having these tools in your toolkit is going to make you a better leader and get you to achieve your goals with ease -- you with me?

What are you going to start prioritizing today? And what's the reason you haven't been? I'd love to hear your thoughts! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on Instagram).

I'll be back next Thursday with another amazing guest but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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It has become way too easy for women to solely define themselves by labels given once they get married and/or have kids. It's 2022 for gosh sakes, what better time to start pushing past these societal norms of what being "a wife" or "a mom" means and redefine ourselves according to what actually lights our soul on fire.

If you've ever felt like you lost yourself to keep up with how everyone else expects you to act, you're going to want to listen in to today's episode with special guest, Jess Copacia.

Jess is a wife, mother, and pediatric nurse practitioner. After years of checking off all the "life boxes" instead of feeling happy, she found herself overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious, resentful, and more unhappy than ever before. Spending years worried about following the expected path and putting everyone else's needs before her own, she lost who she was and what she wanted out of life. It was this ultimate low, she decided to do the hard work, and start questioning the labels that had held her back for so long. Through that journey, came the realization of the power of living a life free of expectations and one aligned with the soul and ignited a passion to empower other women to do the same. In 2020, she started her coaching business and became the host of the 'Mom Guilt Is BS' Podcast.

To connect with Jess, follow her on IG @jesscopacia or check out her website HERE.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast, and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on instagram).

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Bonus: Oliver singing!

Remember -- I'll be back on Thursday with another full episode of The Beyond Leadership Podcast where we'll be talking about authentically stepping outside of societal expectations.

Ready to UPGRADE YOUR 2022 MINDSET? Sign up for my free workshop at 6PM CST on Thursday, January 20th: https://forms.gle/SUU5komKuwF3fA2n6

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These are questions that we should all be asking ourselves as leaders, and if you have to think about the answers to these questions too hard, odds are these areas could use some improvement!

On today's episode of The Beyond Leadership Podcast, Breanne Surfin joins me to dive deep into leadership mistakes that are so often made, and how we can avoid them.

Breanne has been in network marketing for decades, with multiple companies & teams. No matter where she is, she's always on top. She and her family of four travel full time in an RV, and she still somehow manages to keep a successful network marketing business and help other women learn how to build successful teams themselves. Breanne has had years of experience with many top tear leaders, she's seen the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to leadership.

To get in touch with Breanne, follow her on the 'gram @breannesufrin

I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's episode! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on instagram).

I'll be back next Thursday with another amazing guest but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Today's first short, on my 35th birthday, recaps 34 and the non-goal things I'm doing in 2022 to make 35 my best year yet.

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In today's episode, we're going to bring awareness to and address this belief head-on!

Vally has been on her own self-worth journey for over a decade and recognizes that each day is a work in progress. For the last seven years, Vally has invested countless hours mentoring the women in her organization to believe they can have everything their hearts desire while also immersing herself with like-minded individuals who know and believe we, as women, are meant for more. Vally is the very embodiment of the love and support that we all crave so badly and I know her message of 'you are worthy of everything and more' is going to bless you today.

Get in contact with Vally via Instagram: @The_worthiness_project

or check out her YouTube channel Worthy Wednesday’s - 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRlbxdUAKllYPit7agPIOVA

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Warning: Side effects of listening to today's episode of The Beyond Leadership Podcast may include extreme feelings of female empowerment💪

What is the very first image that pops into your head when you think of leadership? ...Let me take a guess, an old man in a suit?

Ladies, it's time to redefine what leadership looks like and pave way for this new era, making leadership less about power and more about what we actually need... empowerment. You're not going to want to miss out on this inspirational conversation with Kelli Tennant where we talk about how to connect to ourselves and step into our feminine to become authentic leaders.

Kelli is the Host of the TOP 50 Podcast, The Kelli Show, and Co-Founder and CEO of Soulfire Productions. Tune in while Kelli guides us into the juicy intersection of spiritual and sexual liberation, challenging us to break free from a lineage of toxic lies and rules.

You can get in touch with Kelli via IG @kellitmoore.

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I think we've all been there!

I know it seems tough at times but it is possible to attract more of your ideal clients AND stay authentic to who you truly are. And today we're going to learn how!

In this episode we're being joined by our expert on the topic, Lena Haill. Lena is a life, business, and social media coach who after spending 8 years as a top leader in a network marketing company, took her skillset and experience to create her own company providing coaching and mentorship to all entrepreneurs. She is now on track to have her first 6 figure income year by fall 2021 and has a passion for teaching others how they can do the same. Lena teaches women how to scale their business online through gaining maximum visibility by creating magnetic/viral-worthy/powerful content that speaks to their ideal client and converts to sales. In just 8 short months her clients have collectively had over 1.4million views! She helps women uncover their purpose, gain clarity and embrace their unique brand and blueprint. Lena takes her clients through her signature system to help them accomplish confidence and mastery in their movement and message to bring their business to life and start creating spiritual and financial abundance.

You can get in touch with Lena on her IG: @lenahaill or email lenahaillco@gmail.com

Remember friend, listen to your intuition, it's trying to tell you something important and will lead you in the direction most aligned with YOU! Until next time... let's go!

xo,

Sara Mae

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So today we’re talking about how to ditch mom guilt, the journey to finding balance, intuitive eating, and more with @squatsandmargaritas.

A mom of two juggling workouts, playdates, and happy hours, lifestyle blogger Erin Washington subscribes to the philosophy of living life with balance. The former college athlete struggled with eating disorders and body image for 20 years and finally found her best body at 37-years-old after having two kids!

Tune in to begin your journey of creating a more balanced lifestyle today!

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It's time to take the stress out of what's for dinner, learn quick & easy tips on how to add more nutrition to your family's diet, and how eating healthy aids us as leaders.

Kristy Baranovskis is a Certified Sustainable Wellness Coach with a mission to help busy moms learn skills in the kitchen, develop simple routines, so they can be confident living a healthy lifestyle. Kristy grew up living a life of constantly struggling with food, over time food became a comfort and what she turned to when she was bored. Who else can relate!? The problem was the food that she was turning to was empty in calories and gave no nutritional value. After years of leaning on easy-to-cook processed foods, Kristy knew she had to make a change and finally found joy in committing her health. She was able to maintain consistency with a plant-based lifestyle and food was no longer her source of comfort but a source of energy and life!

Since then, she has worked with many private clients, spoken in front of groups, and is living her dream of helping professional, working moms who share the same struggle.

For more information, check out Kristy's website HERE.

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So how do we navigate the various seasons of our lives to bring in as much joy as possible?

Becky Morrison is a lawyer turned leadership and happiness coach on a mission to spread joy by helping people discover what they need to live happier, lead happier and build happy businesses. After going to a prestigious college and attaining a law degree from a top-tier law school she started working as a litigator at a big law firm, was in a happy marriage and had a beautiful baby daughter. Becky was a high-achiever who “had it all” - most of what the world told her defined success. But something was missing. She had done everything that the world told her that she “should” do in order to have success. There was just one problem. She wasn’t really that happy. She wondered, was it possible to have both success and happiness? Dedicated to finding out, she spent the next several decades untangling her own happiness.

Visit her website https://www.untanglehappiness.com/ or purchase The Happiness Recipe on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736773011/

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Kim (visit her on instagram here @mrskimpeterson) is a mom, podcast host, cancer survivor and she is giving us permission to party with champagne (glasses) every morning.

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Alex believes when you tell your story you change the world. As an actor, youth pastor, and public speaker for more than 20 years, he knows firsthand how powerful storytelling is when it comes to personal development, business strategy, and cultivating empathy in our world. Alex has been telling stories since his first time acting on stage with his mom in 2nd grade. It wasn't until 10 years ago that he really understood the power of storytelling, when his mom said, ‘We show up to change the audience’s story when they leave here.' Now, Alex helps people uncover their signature stories and share them to make massive impact in their lives and businesses.

Alex has coached TEDX Speakers, bestselling authors, and 7-figure coaches to find the WHY rooted in their signature story. With his Transformation Story Arc, Alex helps entrepreneurs create a clear message that connects with their audience and changes their stories. He has a Masters in Theological Studies, is a husband

of 16 years, and dad to three Gen Z kids in Toronto.

Go follow him IMMEDIATELY on instagram for all things story telling.

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According to today's guest, you take your moment to feel and then jump into action - even if it's imperfect.

Paden Hughes is a type A, highly sensitive empath who went from burned out employee to 7-figure entrepreneur while being married to her business partner and having two babies along the way. In the height of the pandemic and 2020 both of her businesses were heavily impacted, one of which was shuttered. With two kids under 4, 10 employees counting on paychecks, over 450 clients to serve and having just invested their last dollar into a start up company.... 2020 was the year that tested her as a leader and gave her the perfect training ground to put her mindset training and intuition to the test. 

It also was the year that brought her to her high performer knees.... once again in total burnout but this time with a serious health scare. It took a 5 day Soul Adventure in Sedona AZ and committing to spending 2 hours a day for her happiness to bring her back into balance. 

Paden is a passionate speaker, 7- and 8- figure business consultant, podcast host of Paden's Pep Talks, CEO of two businesses and part of Forbes' Business Council. She is married to her business partner and together they have a 1.5 year old son and 4 year old daughter.

You can find her on Instagram @padenhughes or listen to her podcast "Paden's Pep Talks" on any podcasting platform!

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Today's episode is for all the busy mamas out there struggling to keep up with all the things. You know what I mean? Sometimes it's HARD -- I get it. But there are some things we can do to make it easier. Enter Hannah Pearson.

Hannah is a Registered Nurse and Certified Health and Life coach who works with women in the workforce who are also juggling motherhood. She helps them prioritize healthy habits, routines and mindset shifts so they can optimize their performance in business and family life without sacrificing their current and long term mental and physical health. Hannah knows how important it is to focus on habits and mindset to prevent burnout, bad health and ultimately poor performance in work and family life. Hannah has worked with hundreds of patients and clients over the last decade of her professional career helping them master a holistic long term solution for mental and physical health. Hannah is a veteran Army Registered Nurse and certified coach with deep levels of experience in leading and teaching patients and clients into long term success. Hannah holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from Middle Tennessee State University. She is a military wife, mother and business owner. 

Visit her on instagram at @nurse.hannah.faith and check out her upcoming masterclass to become the healthiest, thriving version of you.

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On this episode, we’re talking about how to find your quantum identity. I promise, it isn’t as complicated as it might sounds and I know you will fall in love with Jennifer, just like I did.

WHO IS JENNIFER WATSON?

Jennifer Watson, MPT, I.M.T.,C., owner of Jennifer Watson Leadership, is a dynamic speaker and coach with a gift for intuitive and visionary coaching. She is an expert in wellness + leadership development, identity & mental edge enhancement, post-trauma growth, movement & change adaptation, soul-aligned living mastery.   

Incorporating her expertise along with her athletic gifts as a former collegiate athlete and All American, she has had the honor to share her message on the TEDx stage, NBC, Fox Radio and top Podcasts. With 20 years’ experience in business and leadership management and health + wellness advocacy, she inspires those to unleash their potential and performance in all areas of their life. Her company, Jennifer Watson Leadership, elevates high-performing, conscious business leaders to get rid of permanently their spiritual blocks keeping them stuck (TRUE WELLNESS), redefine and fan their unique gifts as leaders (TRUE IDENTITY), and reclaim their true VALUE and purpose (TRUE LEGACY). Her gift is truly to tap into the leaders “Zone of Genius” in Wellness + Leadership and create their EXTRAORDINARY LIFE. 

In addition, Jennifer is the owner of Watson Wellness. She received her undergraduate degree in kinesiology and a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her time at Wisconsin Jennifer was also a member of the University of Wisconsin-Madison track & field team in which she received All-American honors. As she began her work, her interests began to grow outside the athletic arena. She has completed over 800 hours of continuing education courses in manual therapy, functional orthopedics, and postural restoration. Her “bread & butter” is in unique and profound body work, Integrative Manual Therapy with certification from the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy. 

Her areas of focus & expertise include high performance, gut health, brain health, mental health and a special interest in men & women’s health. Jennifer Watson Leadership + Watson Wellness has given rise to Jennifer’s great passion of supporting people in their journey to live their EPIC Health, their EPIC Leadership, and their EPIC Legacy that they were destined for. Jennifer’s special interests and hobbies include hiking, running/competitive racing, yoga, stand-up paddle, and anything to do with the beach or mountains! She also enjoys reading, hanging with family & friends and takes special joy in hanging with her nephews. Jennifer has a passion for organizations that support Mental Wellness as well as active & retired Military.

HOW IT STARTED

Jennifer recognizes that being an athlete has shaped her in ways as a leader that are beneficial, along with some attributes that may not be beneficial. 

BENEFICIAL QUALITIES GAINED FROM BEING AN ATHLETE:

·      Perseverance

·      Communication

·      Teamwork

·      Getting up time and time again after failure 

·      Refining your craft

SOMETHING THAT IS NOT BENEFICIAL THAT CAME FROM BEING AN ATHLETE:

·      Equating performance and success to significance and love

Jennifer emphasizes the importance of separating success and significance and that these two things do not equal each other. Your success is not your identity.

WHERE SHOULD YOUR IDENTITY COME FROM?

Jennifer realizes that many people connect their identity to something they are good at and when that thing has to stop or comes to an end on its own, it can be detrimental. 

“How to separate your identity from something you’re good at is highly, highly important as leaders.”

Our success is very subjective, and Jennifer teaches leaders how to constantly be separating who they are without all the “bells and whistles.” The way we get to our true identity, is if you took all these “successful” things away and see what would be left. 

“Identity is who you’re being without thinking about it.”

THE FIRST STEP: SELF-AWARENESS

Jennifer believes the first step towards finding your identity is being self-aware of what you’re made up of. Why you do the things you do, where your beliefs come from. Rattling off the things you do, is not who you are.

During this step, you may find certain beliefs or behaviors that you find yourself doing, but that really don’t feel like you. This then allows you to move into self-actualization and fanning into flames your giftings and passions in order to make a difference. 

BETRAYAL OF SELF

The worst form of betrayal is not being the person you were meant to be. It doesn’t feel good when you first realize you may be living true to who you are. But no one has the same blueprint as you and no one’s path is your path. 

As humans, we need connection, and we need our tribe. But we have to be careful to not allow the dopamine rushes from the praises we get for doing things well lead us down a path that we aren’t supposed to be on. Jennifer talks about how she dealt with depression after she stopped playing sports because she found herself asking, “Who am I without sports?” 

We have to take time to find out who we truly are so that we can pick the right tribe. 

“You shouldn’t want to be a part of a group that’s not speaking your language just to be a part of something.”

When you self-betray, you’re not only hurting yourself, but you’re also hurting the people around you. It takes courage to be yourself and find those who resonate with you. This can be hard for people because we don’t like rejection. But it’s so worth it in the end.

CREATING BOUNDARIES

As we evolve and continue to grow as we learn in this process, family and friends who knew you before may not be as easy to get along with. Jennifer discusses the importance of knowing what your yes’s are and what your no’s are. 

As these people are seeing a different part of you and may not be getting you like they used to, it’s so important to know who you are and what you stand for. You can then set boundaries around these factors.

EX: You may limit the time you spend with certain people. It’s also important to recognize when someone no longer belongs in your life. It’s not that these people are bad, it just means you are in different spaces. You are responsible for your intentions, but not their response.

This also applies when leading a team. The 90-day probation period is a great time to learn boundaries and how that person will fit into your business, or not.

ACTION STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TODAY

1.     CONTRAST. Write things down you want to try to find what you like and don’t like. Start with things that are polar opposites. EX: If you don’t know whether you’re truly an extrovert or introvert, go to a party and then go by yourself into the woods.

2.     Just sit and create space. This allows your mind to start bringing up old beliefs and behaviors that don’t serve you anymore but may also be playing out in your current life. It then allows your brain to problem solve these issues.

“Let’s make epic-ness happen.”

MORE FROM JENNIFER WATSON

Tune into the episode to hear Jennifer share in more details about finding your true identity and what it takes to get to being the real you. 

Follow Jennifer on Instagram @jenniferwatsonleadership or on LinkedIn: Jennifer Watson, MPT, I.M.T.,C. Jennifer answers her own DMs and would love to help you live your true identity and be the leader you were meant to become!

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WHO IS ALEXIS GRECO?

Alexis Greco, the creator of The Rhythmic Home, is an Army wife of 10 years, homeschool mom to four children - ages 7 and under - and lifelong entrepreneur. She has been in Network Marketing for 14 years and reached the top 1% of her company earning annual 5 figure commissions. 

She now supports entrepreneurial women through her Signature System, the E.D.G.E Framework, to find rhythm in their home & business, so that they can increase efficiency & decrease stress. She believes that you can be successful at home AND in your business, not one or the other.

FINDING RHYTHM

After Alexis would do trainings for her network marketing company, people would always come up to her and ask, “How are you doing this with four small kids and your husband is in the army? How do you make all of this work?” She quickly started to realize there was a theme in her answers.

“I’m not perfect, I mess up, but there are certain things that I do that create little, easy hacks, easy tips, easy strategies. And I started to notice they were like a rhythm.”

Because of this, Alexis decided to go beyond serving the women who buy starter kits from her. She decided to serve all entrepreneur leaders, particularly moms, and teach them and support them in finding rhythm for their home and their business.

WHY RHYTHM?

Alexis describes our lives as an ebb and flow. She believes we are the common denominator between being the business owner and the wife, etc. All those things and everything in between.

There will be days where you will be pushing hard for a goal in your business and your child gets sick and Alexis identifies the need to have the ability to be able to go back and forth, without falling into the cycle of shame and guilt.

TAKE ACTION TODAY

1.     Stop and think what you want your week to look like. Look at your schedule and make adjustments to create the week you want. (ex: if you don’t want to be exhausted, get in bed 30 minutes earlier every night.)

2.     Do a brain dump and mental walk-through.

3.     Check in with your spouse/partner for their schedule and find a way to get your schedules to work together.

MORE FROM ALEXIS GRECO

Tune into the episode to hear Alexis share in detail about her hacks that make her life, and yours, easier. Alexis shares simple examples and things that have worked for her clients time and time again.

Follow Alexis on Instagram @alexistgreco and join her Facebook Group, Rhythmic Home. Alexis hangs out in her DMs everyday but Sunday. She encourages you to shoot her a voice message asking for help so she can help you get your rhythm back!

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WHO IS BECCA GONZALEZ?

Becca knows all things money mindset and is a freaking genius when it comes to business finances and how they meld with your personal finances and how It all works together. Becca has created a plan that not only served her but has also helped served me and all her other clients when it comes to maintaining our personal, business, and family financial goals.

Becca teaches from a place of experience. If you’re not good with money, she gets it. She’s been there.

HOW IT STARTED

As Becca and her husband were getting married, they realized they handled in complete opposite ways, and not in a good way. Early on in their marriage, they found out they were pregnant. Not to mention, Becca brought $90,000 of debt into their marriage, while her husband brought $0 of debt. Becca realized all her debt was unnecessary.

They knew they needed to start working on it so they started a popular financial program that ultimately left Becca obsessed over money, not in a good way. Two jobs, no vacations, no fun. 

Becca realized she had developed a negative money mindset and saw how money was controlling her. So, Becca started reading and educating herself on how to do it differently.

“It was no longer about what we did not have, it was exciting to see that I had changed my mindset – consciously and willingly – to ‘we have exactly what we need right now, and we are working very slowly towards the future that we want together.”

This led to Becca also coaching her friends and family through their financial journey’s.

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE NOW

Becca now teaches women financial literacy to start and how to walk themselves from their vision to their goals just like she did. She teaches about the scarcity mindset versus the abundance mindset and how it effects every area of your life. Becca believes it’s not just about the actual money, it’s about opening yourself up to the opportunities around you. 

WHAT IS FINANCIAL LITERACY?

Becca hears two things all the time.

1.     “I grew up in a home where my dad/the male in the house was the breadwinner.”

2.     “I grew up in a home with a single mom and she worked 4-5 jobs to provide for the family.”

People either see a male providing for the family OR a female who is working so much that she has no time to spend with her family. 

Becca wants women to know how to stand on their own two feet financially. She wants them to know finances and be able to make a difference in the world through confident business decisions and personal financial decisions. Becca’s wants to help you make money work for you.

APPLYING THESE TEACHINGS TO YOUR DAILY LIFE

Becca’s 5 step process:

1.     Dig into your vision/dream and then commit to anchor yourself into that over and over.

2.     Dig into your budget and make corrections.

3.     Work on your mindset and habit changes.

4.     Goal setting

5.     Planning action steps to walk you to your vision.

BUDGETING

Becca consistently sees three places in women’s budget that almost every single person struggles with.

1.   Groceries 

2.   Subscriptions

3.   Debt repayment

GOAL SETTING

Becca teaches women how to make a goal and work the goal backwards. Her method is to have you choose your goal and then have you break it down into manageable steps. 

BUSINESS FINANCES

Becca also works with women in business and entrepreneurs. She not only wants to help them get started, but she wants to make sure they are profiting from their business, along with tracking their income, losses, and potential income. 

MORE FROM BECCA GONZALEZ

Tune into the episode to hear Becca’s personal stories that led her to being a successful financial coach for many women in their personal life and business ventures.

Becca shares in detail about strategy and steps you can take today to turn your financial life around.

Follow Becca on Instagram @beccagonzalezco or email her becca.gonzalez.co@gmail.com.

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P.S. No, I don't hate NWM leaders! I love network marketing and I've had a few accomplishments there myself. I know first hand that you can have a successful career in the NWM space if you keep your priorities in front of you and lead in alignment. Curious to learn more? Sign up to be the first to know when the next round of the Aligned Leader Project launches.

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At just 19 years old Rachel had dealt with more than her fair share of emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual trauma and nothing that the doctors tried seemed to work. Instead of giving up, Rachel looked for alternate practices that worked so well, she now teaches other people. As a natural healer, Rachel talks today about brain rewiring as a way to work through trauma and the science behind how we can raise our vibrational frequency to attract more of what we desire in life.

For more information, reach out to Rachel on instagram.

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Enter: Determined Molly

Molly joins The Beyond Leadership Podcast this week to teach us the basics of how to leverage our message and our leadership to grow on Instagram. As an Instagram growth coach for nearly a decade, Molly specializes in helping network marketers learn the ropes of Instagram so they can sell their product, grow their team, and spread their message with ease -- instead of feeling fake and sales-y. That shitty "hey girl hey!" script that made your sister-in-law block you? Yea. Molly teaches you how to get rid of that. (PLEASE get rid of it!) Today she shares base knowledge of the platform and simple steps you can start using to grow TODAY. If you're interested in learning more, go follow her at @determinedmolly and be sure to let her know you heard this episode of the podcast!

As always, if you love this episode, hit subscribe and share your takeaways on social media. Remember to tag both me (@saramaeski) and Molly (@determinedmolly) so we can share your thoughts (hint: this is one of the ways you grow!)

Until next time...

xo,

Sara Mae

P.S. Thanks for sticking with me as I've been working to prep all of the goodness that is Season 2! Hit subscribe so you don't miss anything that's coming up. Hints at some of the changes are in the new intro -- did you hear them!? xo

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If you had to stop and think about it, it's been WAY TOO LONG, my friend!!!

Join me and my friend Jillian in the first episode of season 2 as we team up to help you walk confidently into the new year.

Jillian Murphy is insanely passionate about empowering females in sales in a way that bring in simplicity & authenticity. She began her career in sales 22 years as an entry level sales rep having no clue how to do it but knew how to build relationships and connections. She was the first female hired into her organization of over 35 men sales reps and knew she wanted to be a leader . In 22 years she has sold over 100 million in sales, piloted 2 brands from idea to execution within her sales company, lead a team of over 100 sales professionals and in March moved to the online space because I saw need for women to be more confident in selling which leads to more income and impact!

When not working alongside women online, Jillian is can be found participating in masterminds, networking events to always to learning & growing, being a mom to both her daughter and her rescue pup! You can get in touch with her directly over on Instagram!

Remember friend, you are worthy of the confidence inside you -- please just let it out!! And until next time... let's go!

xo,

Sara Mae

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So many great things happened in 2020 (I know, I said it) -- but here are my top 3, along with 4 things I've got coming up this year. The year 2021 brings 34 and I can already tell it's going to be my most impactful year yet!

Regular episodes for season 2 kick off on January 7th and, trust me, you're not going to want to miss a single one so hit subscribe + don't miss a single notification! xo

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You're not going to wake up on January 1, 2021 and have anything be different except the number on the end of your calendar. 

That is... unless you change your habits around time management. And that's why Sarah Light, creator of the Sol Planner, has joined the Beyond Leadership Podcast to help us shed some light on how to effectively manage our time, set boundaries, and use what we have to our advantage moving forward.

Combining years of studying top network marketers, her 8 years of experience as a leader in direct sales where she mentored many other women to leadership positions as well, and her natural strengths of focus and discipline, Sarah developed a paper planner that has become a tool to help other go-getters achieve their biggest goals without sacrificing what's most important to them. Check out the planners for yourself at: www.solplanners.com

There is only ONE MORE EPISODE left in season one of the podcast! Thank you so much for coming along on this journey with me. If you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook. 

And finally, as promised, I wanted you to be the first to know about the special Leadership Deep Dives I'm offering through the rest of the year to help you level up your leadership and break through your personal bullshit, one-on-one with me, so you can head into 2021 knowing how to create the team and legacy you've been dreaming of. Get on the waitlist here. 

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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After this series, there are only THREE EPISODES LEFT in season one of the Beyond Leadership Podcast! To get more great leadership + lifestyle content, be sure to follow me on Instagram and if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If you're interested in more Curious Conversations, check out Julie's group over on Facebook!

After this series, there are only THREE EPISODES LEFT in season one of the Beyond Leadership Podcast! To get more great leadership + lifestyle content, be sure to follow me on Instagram and if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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I know, you can't go anywhere without hearing or seeing it. But it's incredibly important to VOTE -- not just in the big, sexy, expensive races, but all the way down the ballot. Let's talk about why!

This is the first episode in a three-part series being released just prior to the election. I won't tell you who to vote for -- that decision is your own -- but make sure it's one you can live with November 4th and beyond.

After this series, there are only THREE EPISODES LEFT in season one of the Beyond Leadership Podcast! To get more great leadership + lifestyle content, be sure to follow me on Instagram and if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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This is precisely the reason one of the MOST important things you can do in your life and business, is get clear on your VISION. Brace yourself: we're not talking short-term, play-it-safe goals here -- we're talking long-term, makes you feel like you're going to puke, big-time dreams.

On today's episode guest Kelly Brock takes us through the art of VISIONEERING so we can clear the path to start moving toward that dream.

Kelly is everything you think of when you think of a successful leader. On the surface, she had it all together. She had been running a successful network marketing business for more than a decade and was highly respected in the field. But on the inside, she was struggling. She had become so addicted to achievement that she was neglecting her relationships and my health. And that’s when her body forced her to stop. Creator of the Anxious Achiever Project and Peaceful Performer Business Coaching programs, she knows that it is possible to live a life of both peace and profit and she is here to share it with as many women as possible! Follow her story on Instagram so you can get more info on the Peace Posse!

Kelly is my personal coach and friend and I've learned so much in our journey together. So much that I'm now ready (or not!?) to take the next step in my leadership journey and start teaching women in a more intimate setting how they can design a brand of leadership that is completely authentic and in alignment with who they were created to be. Learn more at https://www.saramaeco.com/aligned-leader-project

I'll be back next Thursday with another jam-packed episode but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook and the FREE MASTERCLASS on Becoming a Leader People WANT to Follow on Sunday, October 18th at 7:30PM CST.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Justin resides in Baltimore, Maryland. He completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Stevenson University, holds a Master's Degree in Healthcare Management, and has been working for Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM) for the past seven years. Within his leadership roles at JHM coupled with his financial consultancy work, Justin has managed several multi-million dollar budgets, and has vast amounts of financial expertise. Justin is also an adjunct college professor where he teaches finance, economics, accounting and healthcare management courses at a graduate and undergraduate level. Justin has recently started his own personal finance coaching program called Financial Foundations, where he is helping an array of people around the United States bridge the gap from financial shame and illiteracy to financial abundance and freedom. 

I'll be back next Thursday with more tangible tips to help you level up your leadership game but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook -- we'd love to have you!

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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We're going all in on middle management today and learning three steps that can help you not feel stuck on your way to your next position:

1. know two languages
2. give & take
3. influence

Sounds easy enough, right? Listen for all the details because it really isn't as hard as you might think to lead powerfully from the middle!

I'll be back next Thursday with more tangible tips to help you level up your leadership game but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook -- we'd love to have you!

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If I told you that you could have all of that (and more!) by implementing one small habit, would you go for it? Or would you tell me I'm crazy?

Well, there's psychological research that proves that you can have less stress, better memory, and more level emotions by simply picking up a pen and writing. That's right: journaling. I know. Once upon a time, I didn't believe in that BS either... enter my friend Amy Berry...

Amy is a wife, a mom, an adult dance fitness instructor, a friend, and a woman who loves to inspire and empower women -- so much so she created the Worthy Heart Blog and The Good Life journal. After enduring quite a bit of trauma, Amy figured out a four step process to living The Good Life. The Good Life focus is on God, Ourselves, Others, and Divine Happenings. Amy firmly believes that by incorporating these four points in our lives daily, we too can have The Good Life while walking out our unique purpose bodly and confidently.

For daily inspiration, journaling tips, and belly laughs, follow Amy on instagram or join the Flocking Good Life group on Facebook.

Do you journal? What other habits do you hold to up-level yourself? I'd love to hear your thoughts! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on instagram).

I'll be back next Thursday with more tangible tips to help you level up your leadership game but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook -- we'd love to have you!

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Sounds like me... does it sound like you too? Hopefully not after this episode! We're diving deep into the realm of delegation: why we don't do it, why we should do it, and how to do it right. Letting go and giving others the authority to solve organizational problems for you is going to make you a better leader and an all around better person to be around -- you with me?

What are you going to start delegating today? And what's the reason you haven't in the past? I'd love to hear your thoughts! If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast and be sure to tag me (I'm @saramaeski on instagram).

I'll be back next Thursday with another amazing guest but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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My friend Joy Farley joined me to start this conversation on racism. What can I do as a white woman with a primarily white community do to be a better ally? How can white leaders lead actually consider their whiteness and lead at THIS turning point in history? 

Her answer? Be courageous. Be an ally (and we talk about what that means!). Show empathy. Take a look in the mirror. Ask the hard questions. Learn. These are conversations we need to be having in order to move the world forward. No, they're not comfortable -- but if you're comfortable, you're not growing!

After you listen, let's continue the conversation over on Instagram!

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

More about Joy:

Originally from the Queen City, Joy Farley has seen Charlotte, North Carolina grow and thrive in every way and she is always finding herself in the middle of what’s new. She sees herself as a BUILDHER— building and selling new homes by day and uplifting, inspiring, and encouraging women at any chance she can get . She believes there is so much power is collaboration over competition and is always looking for new ways to bring women together. She is the founder of MADE FOR MORE, a Facebook community of women who exist to see their full potential and help empower another woman to do the same. When one woman wins we all win! 

Joy is currently shooting a TV pilot show, The Soul of Charlotte, where she and 4 other influencers tell the stories of this beautiful city, explore new places, meet new faces, and bring you along for the ride. She also co-leads an online Bible Study called SOLO with almost 2,000 women as they show up daily in the word - ready to see amazing things individually and collectively. 

Joy is one of seven kids who are all doing amazing things at the highest of levels from the NFL, the world of wine, sales, and the arts. Family comes first in her life and she is always her siblings biggest cheerleader.

When she is not selling real estate you can find her spending intentional time with friends, cooking something healthy, sweating in the gym, and growing through personal and professional development.

Connect with Joy on Instagram

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Harvard Business Review did a study that showed the psychological evidence that regular, daily celebration of meaningful progress in the workplace will get your team motivated to do more -- and to do it well!

Listen to WHY the celebration is so important, learn HOW to implement the celebration, then CELEBRATE your own wins for the week! Shout me out on Instagram @saramaeski so I can celebrate with you!!

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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In this episode I discuss easy ways to get through this by supporting your team's work and supporting your team mentally + emotionally. Simple, basic solutions in a time of crisis instead of further complicating an already complicated situation. Combine these solutions with a little bit of transparency and a whole lot of empathy and you'll end up on the right side of history when this thing is over.

Let me know over on social media what you're going to be implementing in your organization to help you through the rest of the year.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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I'm incredibly passionate about knowing your team because I truly believe that you won't be able to work with them until you understand who they are as people -- not just employees or coworkers. With this one simple non-question, you will be able to discover everything you need to know if you just let them talk and listen.

This question is #1 in my Five Questions for Exceptional Leaders training that you can get for free here: https://www.saramaeco.com/freebies

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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Guest Tiffany Mast loves connecting with people and learning both about and from them. She also enjoys traveling around the world to immerse in different cultures to expand her understanding of people and life. She's originally from North Carolina and moved to the Maryland area about 5 years ago. Currently, Tiffany is a Senior Lean Six Sigma Facilitator at a community hospital under Johns Hopkins Medicine in Maryland so she's been incredibly busy in this season of life. She's passionate about the improvement work that she gets to do every day with individuals’ ranging from Environmental Service Cleaners all the way up to the President of her organization. In addition to being passionate about the improvement culture she gets to create, she is also passionate about emotional intelligence, especially in

leadership, as well as from a personal development perspective. Her goal is to blend her knowledge and experience with both to help create new lenses of awareness in people so that they get to create more choice in their lives each day.

Get in touch with Tiffany on Instagram at @tiffmast or reach out to schedule your one-on-one discovery call to find out if an EQ profile could benefit you at https://www.createawarenesscoaching.com/ [UPDATED].

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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If you've ever felt like you were overworked or over available or just not making time to maintain your own mental + emotional health, your lack of boundaries around your time + energy might be why. In a world where we're taught the power of NOW, let's dive right in by talking about healthy boundaries: 1) what are they -- and what are they not? 2) why are boundaries important? and 3) how do we set them?

Once you have a firm grasp on what you need to change in your own life + business (hint: the 5-8PM rule has worked wonders in my home!), share what you learned with your fellow busy leaders, trying to juggle all the things. If you share on social media, tag #beyondleadershippodcast and be sure to tag me -- I'm @saramaeski on instagram.

I'll be back next Thursday with more great info but if you're looking for a way to connect with like-minded and like-hearted leaders in between episodes, check out our Beyond Leadership Community on Facebook.

Until next time... LET'S GO!

xo,

Sara Mae

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