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Amber Renae: E-Learning & The DreamLife

Amber Renae: E-Learning & The DreamLife

Amber Renae is a Civil Engineer turned serial entrepreneur and TV star inspires women to re-discover their 'Wow' factor through building their dream digital business & personal branding.   We talk about how she went from starting her own fashion brand using just a sewing machine to growing the empire she has today... she shares openly her bouts of depression that she went through during her many different transitions in her business and her life.   Amber talks about "following your bliss" through e-learning and how it's the future of learning in general!   You can find Amber on Instagram @theamberrenae And find her book "DreamLife" and courses over at www.amber.courses/
43:0616/09/2020
I'm Anxious All The Time, What Can I Do?

I'm Anxious All The Time, What Can I Do?

Anxiety can stop you from doing nearly everything! For those that need help with it I give my best advice for someone that tends to feel anxious all the time.   Disclaimer: you should seek professional advice, help and possibly medication if you suffer with anxiety.
05:1511/09/2020
How Can I Stop Doubting Myself?

How Can I Stop Doubting Myself?

This can either keep you stuck, or not. But having doubts and overcoming them can make all the difference to your life! I share a way you can handle doubting yourself.
03:5707/09/2020
How Can I Increase My Self Esteem?

How Can I Increase My Self Esteem?

Self esteem is potentially behind a lot of the struggles you could be having right now and this episode helps you get a handle on how to see yourself more positively!
09:2101/09/2020
Nicole Russin-McFarland: Behind The Curtain: The Acting World

Nicole Russin-McFarland: Behind The Curtain: The Acting World

Nicole Russin-McFarland is an Actor, Film director and producer who shares behind the scenes of what it's like being an actor and what it takes for actors to "make it."   You can find Nicole on Twitter @nicrussin IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8200022/  & her website http://cinematnic.com/
01:17:5727/08/2020
My Favourite Ways To Journal

My Favourite Ways To Journal

Journaling has been a popular practice for myself and others for many, many years; and there are a ton of ways to do it and make it work for you.   I share my favourite things I like to do when I journal and maybe they can help you too!
05:4320/08/2020
5 Tips To Stay Motivated

5 Tips To Stay Motivated

Trying to get and STAY motivated can be a challenge but I share my 5 top tips for staying motivated long term!
05:5714/08/2020
Michael Burich: Mindfulness & Synctuition

Michael Burich: Mindfulness & Synctuition

Michael Burich, Co-founder Of Synctuition, global mindfulness app, with millions of downloads, joins me on the podcast!   We discuss mindfulness, how to change the perception around meditation and how "storytelling through music" creates a unique meditation experience.   Michael shares his story of getting a record deal with Sony that he took with him into Synctuition. We also discuss what the future is for the app!   You can check out the app at https://synctuition.com/ And find Michael over on Linkedin
33:1310/08/2020
My Thoughts On Self Care

My Thoughts On Self Care

Self care is becoming more and more important as you realise that being able to perform at the highest level requires you to take care of yourself.   Having the motivation, energy and focus to achieve your dreams can all come down to your ability to look after yourself; I share my thoughts on self care and what you can do to tip the balance in your favour!
06:2705/08/2020
Moving Into The Unknown

Moving Into The Unknown

Fear of the unknown can be paralysing and potentially hold you back forever.... or as long as you let it!   I share my insights on how you can handle this and finally make progress!
06:5730/07/2020
Handling Having a Big Mission

Handling Having a Big Mission

Feeling like you have a big mission and purpose to your life isn't an easy way of life for some; it can be too much for those that aren't prepared!   I share how you can handle it and increase your chances of succeeding!
06:2225/07/2020
My Thoughts on Universal Basic Income

My Thoughts on Universal Basic Income

Universal Basic Income [UBI] has became an important topic over recent years. It's been a debate with a lot of pro's and cons around giving everyone a set amount every month to cover things like survival costs.   I share my thoughts on it; pros, cons, and how I think the scheme may or may not work.
11:3520/07/2020
How To Deal With Negativity

How To Deal With Negativity

Negativity (Whether that be online or offline) can cause soo much anxiety if you let it control your life. "Walking on egg shells" isn't fun and can take the JOY out of life!   Whether it be people, places or things, I share my method for dealing with negativity and help you feel more positive day to day.
08:0817/07/2020
Rachel Pedersen: The Queen Of Social Media

Rachel Pedersen: The Queen Of Social Media

Rachel Pedersen, “The Queen of Social Media” - Founder & CEO of award-winning social media marketing agency The Viral Touch. Rachel is a top social media marketer, worldwide viral sensation, leading authority on story-telling through social media & TikTok expert.   Rachel’s journey began as a side hustle around her 8-5 day job. Within 6 months she replaced her income and built a clientele that she loved working with. We dive into how she started and Rachel shares what it was like for her to be a marketing expert and how she sets goals and hits them.   Finally, we talk TikTok! creating videos, answering the question, "do we need to dance?" and some best practices for using TikTok to grow your business!   Check out Rachel's TikTok Starter guide at www.tiktokstarterpack.com/free Find out more about her at www.rachelpedersen.com and @themrspedersen on all social media
21:4913/07/2020
The Power Of Morning Routines

The Power Of Morning Routines

Morning routines can be the enabler of so many things and its often your habits that are the best at predicting where you'll end up in the future.   I share my thoughts on the benefits of morning routines and the ways you can start using them in your life.
06:5209/07/2020
Is Sleep Important?

Is Sleep Important?

It's becoming more widely known now that sleep can make all the difference to your performance, your health and a lot of other things.   I share my thoughts on the importance of sleep and how you can get the most out of it too!
05:4003/07/2020
Can Positive Thinking Ever Be A Bad Thing?

Can Positive Thinking Ever Be A Bad Thing?

Positive thinking is one of the most popular ways of slowly changing how you think... but can it ever be a BAD thing? Can it ever go too far?   I share my thoughts on this and a way you can maximise your results from positive thinking!
07:1230/06/2020
Top3 Tips For Stress Relief

Top3 Tips For Stress Relief

Stress is becoming a bigger problem over recent years and the solution can seem way more complicated than it needs to be because stress can come and go moment to moment.   Here's 3 things that you can do to manage your stress levels
03:4324/06/2020
Lance W Essihos: University of Adversity

Lance W Essihos: University of Adversity

Lance Essihos (@lance.essihos) is the host of the Top Rated Podcast University of Adversity.   Lance talks about his journey that started out in ice hockey, he got as far as wanting to go professional until his life took a sudden turn.   He spiralled for a while, lost his identity until he found his new passion which was improvement, getting better at things and took his sporting work ethic into being a bar tender and creating cocktails; which is something we dive into.   He took the lessons he learned (Connecting with people & providing an memorable experience & more) and took that into online marketing and podcasting which enabled him to get to where he is today.   Check out Lance at www.lanceessihos.com and University of Adversity on Itunes & Stitcher
49:5616/06/2020
Is The Media Doing More Harm Than Good?

Is The Media Doing More Harm Than Good?

The media has certainly been challenged over recent years and someone asked me if the media doing more harm than good. Let me know what you think :)
09:5309/06/2020
What's The Key to Happiness?

What's The Key to Happiness?

I get all the easy questions don't I!?   But happiness is a subjective thing, it completely depends on what makes you happy.   Happiness also changes from day to day, moment to moment and so "life" or the game of life is to discover what is happiness for you and doing your best to live that moment to moment, day to day, month to month, year to year as best as you can.
02:5601/06/2020
How Can I Stay Motivated?

How Can I Stay Motivated?

Motivation is a hot topic right now but it's something everyone struggles with from time to time.   I share ways you can stay motivated and keep "The Fire Burning" when things seem difficult.
03:5127/05/2020
Jane Baker: The Queen of High End Selling

Jane Baker: The Queen of High End Selling

Jane Baker (@janebakerbiz), The Queen of High End Selling, has been in business for well over 10 years and has shown thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners how to supercharge their sales through high end offerings to live a Limitless Life!   Jane takes us through the myths around high end selling like: needing to be "Polished" and "add everything and the kitchen sink" into what you provide in order to make it Worth It. They simply aren't the case and jane dives into this.   Then we talk about living limitlessly, finding your version of success and the future of what high end selling is going to look like.   Grab Janes Bestselling book "She Lives Limitlessly" at www.janebakercoach.com/book/
42:0019/05/2020
The Education System for Business Owners

The Education System for Business Owners

The education system can be helpful, gives us a foundation of knowledge that can get us by; but what about business owners and entrepreneurs? Is the system helpful? How far does it go?   I share my best answers on the education system and IF it can benefit business owners.
12:0812/05/2020
How Do I Believe In Myself More?

How Do I Believe In Myself More?

Belief can play a HUGE part in your ability to take action; often thoughts like "what's the point?" creep in when belief is all you need to be able to commit to the action to make sure you succeed.   Belief breeds commitment which can only INCREASE your chances of improving your results!   I share the best ways to believe in yourself more.
05:0908/05/2020
5 Tips For Beginner Podcasters

5 Tips For Beginner Podcasters

Podcasting can be an amazing tool for getting your message out into the world for those that are "camera shy" but still want to be heard!   I share my top 5 tips for podcasters that you might not think of!
08:0201/05/2020
Kate Erickson: You Say You Don't Have Time?

Kate Erickson: You Say You Don't Have Time?

Kate Erickson (@katelerickson) is the engine behind EoFire the Award-winning podcast where John Lee Dumas [JLD] interviews successful entrepreneurs. We talk about the idea of "Not Having Time" and go behind that story of going full time in your business. It can be overwhelming in the first instance BUT how certain practices like: knowing your why, knowing your end goal and understanding that clarity can make your entire journey easier, changes the game when it comes to how you spend your time. Kate references Simon Sinek's TED Talk "Start With Why" that you can check out on YouTube HERE The biggest take away was that everyone's journey is different and you have to get clear on your perfect day, week and proactively work towards that everyday by taking imperfect action and improving overtime.
20:2323/04/2020
Dieting For Weight Loss

Dieting For Weight Loss

Losing weight can send you into a rabbit hole of methods, tactics and it can be very overwhelming when trying to find the way that works best for you. I share my thoughts and break it down so its easier to understand
07:4216/04/2020
My Thoughts on Meditation

My Thoughts on Meditation

Meditation can have a wide range of benefits and uses when you find a practice that works best for you. Everything from clearing the mind, reducing stress and helping you deal with stressful situations have all be noted as benefits; but sometimes the practice itself can be frustrating for most....
04:0208/04/2020
My Thoughts on Network Marketing

My Thoughts on Network Marketing

Network marketing has been given a bad reputation but is there more to it?   I share my thoughts in this episode and hopefully shed some light on the industry for you.
13:0003/04/2020
What are My Journaling Prompts?

What are My Journaling Prompts?

Journaling has become more and more mainstream over the years and there are dozens of possible ways of doing it. Finding what works best for you is key and hopefully this episode will give you an insight that will help you.   Make sure you subscribe if you found this helpful and spread the word so this can benefit more people!
04:3324/03/2020
Welcome Back!

Welcome Back!

New Look Podcast! Ask Me Anything Here's your chance to ask me anything about all things business, mindset, self-improvement, and life in general and I'll give my thoughts and BEST answers to them. I created the new look to help people Directly from the show... let's do this!   Join My Community Facebook Instagram
02:2118/03/2020
Feel The Fear & Do It Anyway

Feel The Fear & Do It Anyway

Fear can stop you, keep you stuck, and stop you from changing, growing and building your business! Fear creates many stories at several points while on your entrepreneurial journey that you have to deal with. Success in business more of a mental game than a strategy one and I dive into what you can do when fear shows up for you! Join my FREE community on Facebook HERE
07:3624/11/2019
You Need to Stretch Yourself

You Need to Stretch Yourself

If you don't stretch yourself, how do you ever expect to change? I talk about the idea of challenging yourself, and how it helps you grow as an entrepreneur! Let me know what you thought of this episode over on Instagram @michael_mcdonnell1  
03:4017/11/2019
Kim Barrett: Social Media is for Everyone

Kim Barrett: Social Media is for Everyone

Kim Barrett (@realkimbarrett) is the owner of Your Social Voice which is a digital marketing agency that can take your business to 6,7, and 8 figures using social media. He also is the host of The Kim Barrett Show. We talk about how social media has evolved over time, the difference between advertising, marketing and go into the details around the two. You can find out more about Kim over at www.kimbarrett.com.au  
44:3710/11/2019
Don't Stay In Your Head

Don't Stay In Your Head

Thinking before you leap IS helpful; but how long before it becomes procrastination, overthinking or talking yourself OUT of doing the things, deep down, you really do want to do? I dive into this on this episode. to join my free community, click www.facebook.com/groups/SideHustlersHangout/
08:2503/11/2019
Practical Optimism

Practical Optimism

In this episode I dive into optimism balanced with action and riding the line between optimism and delusion! Enjoyed this one so I hope you do too!
09:1327/10/2019
Personal Transformation BEFORE a Business One

Personal Transformation BEFORE a Business One

Your business grows at the rate YOU grow as a person; very often you go through a personal transformation before you become the PERSON that can take your business to the next level! Make sure you leave a review if you got value from this episode!
04:3420/10/2019
100TH EPISODE!

100TH EPISODE!

The Podcast has officially made it to episode 100! And I'm soo grateful for everyone that's supported the show; either as a guest, or a valued listener! The show has grown over the last two years and I'm sure it'll continue to grow into the future too. Thank you soo much to all the guests; from Jane at episode 1 all the way to Steve at 99 and for the listeners and supporters that have dedicated their time and energy to help the show start and stay until today.  Here's to the next 100!
18:3613/10/2019
Steve Anderson: Grow Your Business Like Amazon

Steve Anderson: Grow Your Business Like Amazon

Steve Anderson (@stevetn) is the author of USA TODAY & The Wall Street Journal's Best Seller, "The Bezos Letters" that teaches you 14 principles that can help you grow your business like amazon. We dive into a handful of the principles in the book and share how they can help you grow a small business all the way to a business similar to Amazon. You can grab a copy of the book and check out the free assessment over at thebezosletters.com
51:0106/10/2019
Yes YES to Yourself

Yes YES to Yourself

Saying NO to yourself can show up in many forms; and saying YES to yourself can have so many benefits to your ability to grow your business and empire. I share the POWER of saying yes to yourself and some ways you can start doing that. Let me know what you thought by tagging me on Instagram @michael_mcdonnell1 or Facebook @MichaelBMcDonnell and I always appreciate a review wherever you tune in :)
03:5929/09/2019
Marc Mawhinney: Natural Born Coaches

Marc Mawhinney: Natural Born Coaches

Marc Mawhinney (Twitter or Instagram) is the host of the Natural Born Coaches podcast and helps coaches grow their businesses! We dive into the coaching industry and share our thoughts on things like whether you need a qualification or certification to become a coach, Marc's views on "Discovery calls" amongst other things. If you're a coach (or want to be a coach) then this podcast episode is for you! You can find Marc over at www.naturalborncoaches.com
01:29:0822/09/2019
Predict Your Success With Routines

Predict Your Success With Routines

Don't leave your success to randomness! Habits and routines give you a predictable system that you can that tweak as and when you need, to get the results you want. I break it down in this episode and share more benefits of having routines and how to start implementing them. Let me know what you thought over on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and write a review wherever you tune in :)
05:4115/09/2019
Helen Pritchard: Is Linkedin For You?

Helen Pritchard: Is Linkedin For You?

Helen Pritchard (Helen on Linkedin) is a "Business owner that uses Linkedin to grow her business." As she became more and more successful, Helen describes it as "they came to me for help." We break down a lot of myths about Linkedin for business, Helen brings me upto date on best practices and goes step by step as to how to use Linkedin to grow pretty much any business out there at the moment. And we also cover her "30-mins-a-day" strategy that you can use to grow your business on Linkedin too! Enjoy! :) Helen has a FREE Facebook community all about growing your business on Linkedin that you can join by clicking here!
49:2908/09/2019
Productive Vs Busy

Productive Vs Busy

Are you productive? Or busy? I break down my views on this and the difference between the two! Tell me what you thought of the episode over on Instagram Twitter or Facebook! Subscribe so you don't miss future episodes and I'd really appreciate a review wherever you tune in :)
07:2401/09/2019
Are You Good Enough?

Are You Good Enough?

If you've ever felt like you're not good enough or unworthy of the goals or ambitions... then it could "All be in your head" ... or a REAL thing that you need to practically work on TO become able to achieve your dreams! This episode of the podcast breaks it all down for you :) Tell me what you thought over on Instagram .. Twitter .. or Facebook and write a review of the show wherever you tune in!
12:2225/08/2019
Richard Jacobs: The Power Of Sleep

Richard Jacobs: The Power Of Sleep

Richard Jacobs (richardjacobsx) is the creator of The Good Night’s Sleep Project™ and the Inventor of America's first custom-tailored pillow. As someone who'd struggled with sleep himself, Richard sought relief for years with no success.  We talk about the benefits of a good nights sleep, how to get the most out of your night and some of the risks around not prioritizing sleep too.
40:4918/08/2019
The Dark Side of Success

The Dark Side of Success

Success isn't always sunshine and rainbows, and in this episode, I share some of the Darker sides of being successful. Let me know what you thought of the episode over on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook by sending me a message OR sharing to your stories and tagging me. Feel free to share the show with your friends that you think would benefit too!
04:5511/08/2019
Zachary Babcock: From Jail to 20K Months

Zachary Babcock: From Jail to 20K Months

From living with convicted felons in prison for over 5 years to rubbing elbows with multi-millionaires every day, Zachary Babcock (@zacharyjbabcock) helps entrepreneurs launch, grow, and monetize top-rated podcasts on iTunes. He also runs a podcast production agency that frees podcasters from the tiring grind.   He is the host of the top-rated podcast, Underdog Empowerment, and a student of psychology, business, and marketing with a broad perspective from both extremes of life.    
19:5004/08/2019
89- It's Already Difficult

89- It's Already Difficult

Entrepreneurship is difficult, there's no doubt about it... so why do you make things more difficult than they need to be? Why do you get in your own way?   Really enjoyed this episode!   Leave a review on iTunes, tell me your thoughts or send me a topic you would like me to cover on Twitter @M_McDonnell2 & Instagram @michael_mcdonnell1
08:5028/07/2019