Enoughness with Lisa Carmen Wang

Lisa shares a few of her important reflections from 2020 and how she has shifted her mindset to live powerfully and purposefully in 2021 in a conversation with David Nebinski from The Portfolio Podcast. She discusses: How to let go of the fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of judgment The importance of leaning into discomfort in order to grow How I tap into my intuition before engaging with people and environments How to change the internal narrative that’s keeping you stuck How to create space for a loving relationship The most valuable thing you can give to anyone to change their life Work with Lisa at: LisaWang.co Follow @LisaCarmenWang on Instagram, connect on LinkedIn

Everyone’s felt it. The voice in your head reminding you that you don’t belong. That voice can be quiet at times and deafening at others, and it seems that the only way to shut it down is by gaining the validation of others. When someone validates you, those negative thoughts are silenced, but only temporarily. The real remedy is to commit to living consciously. In other words, to actively choose how you live your life without allowing others’ opinions to dictate your priorities. My guest today is Cat Hernandez. She is a Partner at The Venture Collective and a long time operator and investor. She believes that venture capitalists are responsible for investing in companies that are creating a positive impact and reducing inequality in society. In this episode, we discuss: What it means to be free and the American dream The mental fatigue that comes with being a woman in a male-dominated industry Overcoming Imposter syndrome and discomfort in career and life The difference between healthy and toxic external validation Cat’s experience growing up in Saudi Arabia, as a woman How Cat stays motivated, focused, and self-aware The importance of diversity in the workplace Want to work with Lisa? Head to LisaWang.co to learn about coaching, speaking, and partnership opportunities. Follow Lisa on social channels at @lisacarmenwang

Ally Brooke first burst onto the music scene as a member of Fifth Harmony. Since then she has embarked on a solo career, releasing her own hit singles, joining the twenty-eighth season of Dancing with the Stars, and showing people everywhere the rewards of hard work and faith. In this episode, Lisa and Ally talk about overcoming the pressure to be perfect, overcoming body shame, and how to stay true to yourself while in the face of external forces. They discuss: Overcoming body shame while in the public eye Life after Fifth Harmony and paving a solo singing career How she embraces her Latina roots in her career Why Ally has chosen to have no sex before marriage The importance of picking meaningful projects and the right team How Ally defines success for herself Want to work with Lisa? Head to LisaWang.co to learn about coaching, speaking, and partnership opportunities. Follow Lisa on all social channels at @lisacarmenwang

The fear of failure is often more paralyzing than actually failing. Fear is what holds us back, not failure. Fear keeps us from living our truth and acting on new ideas. Failure gives us the opportunity to learn from our mistakes and apply our learnings to something better. Where would any of us be if we always let the fear of failure be bigger than the opportunity to succeed? When we visualize the future, our anxieties can feel so physically heavy on our shoulders that it keeps us stagnant. Often, we look at other people, and deeply believe that we could never do what they did. In this Enoughness episode, Lisa chats with Tina Cheng, a serial entrepreneur and mother, about how she’s shed the fears of starting a new business and how she’s allowed herself to explore the unknown. They explore how building multiple businesses and experiencing both success and failure shaped her into the woman she is today. They discuss: How to let failure guide you to success How to learn to trust and believe in yourself and your abilities How to release guilt as a career-driven mother How to find happiness and enoughness while working for yourself

Traditional love stories make us believe that two people fall in love and live happily ever after. The reality of modern dating is the exact opposite -  failed communication, suboptimal timing, bad texting, cheating, and misunderstandings - every once in awhile a love story succeeds, but now, even the definition of a successful relationship is up for interpretation. A ring on her finger and a nice house are no longer the ultimate goals, and as more women prioritize their careers and become financially independent, what does a real partner look like?  In this episode, Lisa chats with award-winning storyteller Vika Viktoria about how they are reclaiming their voices and re-writing their own life stories - romantically, professionally, and personally. They discuss: How to bring love into your life without without a partner Why healthy masculinity is so important How to set boundaries and prioritize self-worth and respect in dating The concept of antifragility and how to use it in re-writing your narrative Feeling enough even when you have big ambitions and goals Full show notes at: Lisawang.co/enoughness

Every narrative we tell ourselves benefits us in some way - even the negative ones. It's easy to take the role of the victim. When we normalize negative self-talk and blaming other people for our problems, we forsake the burden of responsibility for our own lives. It's easier to sit back, but in doing so we also give up our #power and #agency.   How the feeling of not being enough drives us How to replace passive negativity with proactive confidence and action How to identify and release narratives that are no longer serving us How to achieve "Fierce Focus" to prioritize the things that matter most  In this week's episode of the #Enoughness podcast Lisa conducts a live coaching session with several female leaders in her coaching program. Learn more and work with Lisa at Lisawang.co/coaching

Without realizing it, most of us fall into the rat race. Chasing a life that we believe is shinier, better than our present one. But what is it that you're chasing? Is it more money? More recognition? More awards? And if so, what would attaining those things bring you? Would it make you feel validated? Would it make you feel powerful and successful?  In this episode, we discuss how to examine our goals and release our attachments to external validation and ego. Once we do, we can discover that these are sensations and feeling states that we already have within us. Nothing external can categorize or define us.  Shalini Sarena Bahad is an international mindset coach, yoga teacher, holistic healer and entrepreneur. She believes deeply in the importance of taking care of yourself and keeping healthy along your growth and ascension journey.  We discuss: Why releasing your attachment to the ego is so important Why focusing on future ‘Potential’ can be detrimental to the present How to slow down and reconnect with your authentic self

Maitland Ward is a pornographic actress, formerly known as Rachel on the popular 90’s TV show Boy Meets World. When she hit her 30's, Maitland started feeling Hollywood’s pressure to suppress her sexuality. Instead of accepting the roles forced on her, she made the decision to dive into the adult film industry and reclaim her sexual power. Maitland is the recipient of XBIZ Award for Best Actress in a Feature Movie, based off her most recent film Drive. Today she is building the bridge between mainstream and pornographic entertainment, releasing women from the sexual shame that has pervaded society for far too long. In this episode you will hear about: How she followed her joy for performance & navigated the early stages of her acting career How she gained confidence to reject mainstream Hollywood standards for women and take the leap into adult film Her experience working in the porn industry and making award-winning features The ever-evolving conversation around sexuality, art, and women’s bodies For full episode notes, go to: LisaWang.co/enoughness Subscribe: https://herpower.substack.com Follow: https://www.instagram.com/lisacarmenwang/

Lisa realizes she has been contradicting her own advice around enoughness. In her first public confession as an overachiever, she owns up to the reality that she continues to struggle with not feeling good enough, and even when she thought she overcame the feeling, it came back to slap her in the face. In the midst of trying to scale her business, write multiple books, and launch several new projects, Lisa faces the hard fact that sometimes trying to do it all doesn’t lead to more success, just more exhaustion. She discusses: Unhealthy patterns of perfectionism and self-imposed pressure How workaholism is like digging your own grave Feeling shitty when you compare yourself to other people Why being an introvert is hard How wellness and self-care “experts” can make you feel inadequate Trying to be present and enjoy life while still striving for big goals Work with Lisa: https://lisawang.co Subscribe: https://herpower.substack.com Follow: https://www.instagram.com/lisacarmenwang/

What does it take to win? What does it take to become one the most legendary teams in history? If there’s one team that can answer that, it’s the Chicago Bulls. Known as one of the NBA's greatest dynasties, the Bulls won six NBA championships between 1991 and 1998 with two three-peats. The Bulls are the only NBA team to win multiple championships while never losing an NBA Finals series in their history. Today’s guest is Bill Cartwright, he is a retired Chicago Bulls Player and Head Coach. He played 16 seasons for the New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls and Seattle SuperSonics, and helped the Bulls capture three consecutive championships. In today’s episode, we discuss: - How to have a winning mindset at any stage in life - The importance of appreciating your teammates and coaches - The untold story of The Chicago Bulls in Michael Jordan’s ‘The Last Dance’ Documentary I hope this episode reminds you that you have capability to win at whatever you pursue, so long as you want it badly enough. Connect with Lisa at https://www.lisawang.co/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/

Curiosity has the power to remind us that there is always more to learn, there's always more ahead of us. Oftentimes when we fall into the trap of negative thinking, we do so because we let cynicism take over our perceptions rather than allowing ourselves to remain curious about the lessons that we can learn from any experience whether positive or negative. In many instances, curiosity helps us overcome fear even more than bravery. When you start following curiosity, it becomes an exciting adventure rather than an external pressure to achieve or fit in. There's no such thing as overnight success, and there's no easy route to finding your passion or purpose. All of these take time and a consistent curiosity about all that life has to offer. Today's guest is Kara Goldin. She is the founder and CEO of hint, a US flavored water company that is valued at over $100M. She has been named Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Forbes’ 40 Over 40, and more. In this episode you'll hear about: How she found success by following her curiosity and surrounding herself with good people The evolution of identity and brand throughout the course of her career The importance of integrating curiosity and passions into your work and livelihood Connect with Lisa at https://www.lisawang.co/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/

There has never been a more critical need for empathetic leaders who truly care about their communities. Leadership is no longer about being the toughest or the strongest. Quite the contrary, the leaders we admire most are the ones who are willing to be vulnerable, the ones who risk their comfort to share their own difficult stories in order to lift up others. Jacques-Philippe Piverger is a Managing Partner at Ozone X Ventures, a mission-driven venture fund investing in women and minority founders building world-changing companies, a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader, and a Term Member of the Council on Foreign Relations In this episode, he shares how facing his past pain and learning to feel the full range of emotions empowered him to become the leader and investor he is today. Apply to The GLOW Leadership Program: TheGLOW.org Connect with Lisa at https://www.lisawang.co/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/

In his book, The Art of Loving, Philosopher Erich Fromm wrote, “There is hardly any activity, any enterprise, which is started with such tremendous hopes and expectations, and yet, which fails so regularly, as love.” This is especially true in modern love and dating. We have never had so many options to find love, and yet have never been so lost in knowing how to cultivate it. Too often we jump into dating without actually having any knowledge around what it is that we want. We jump in expecting that if it's the right love, It will be effortless. But the truth is just like anything else worth pursuing, finding and creating a lasting love requires work, effort, and commitment. If we want to find the best person for us, we need to first commit to being the best version of ourselves. The energy we put out, is the energy we will attract. Dawoon Kang is the Co-founder and CEO of Coffee Meets Bagel, a dating app that prides itself on helping users create meaningful connections. In this episode, Dawoon talks about: The similarities between being a better dater and being a better leader How to view the dating journey as a personal growth journey The importance of communication, empathy, and emotional intelligence in creating successful relationships and high-performing teams Join The GLOW  Leadership Program: https://theglow.org/coaching Connect with Lisa at https://www.lisawang.co/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/

Jess Mah is the Founder and CEO of Indinero, the multimillion dollar B2B startup accounting software company employing 300+ employees. She’s been named Forbes 30 Under 30, Inc 30 under 30, and has graced the cover of Inc Magazine. Despite being a straight C student throughout high school and struggling through depression, she made one decision that changed her entire life. She decided to believe in herself when no one else would. Jess’s story is one of ambition and determination, after she raised her first $1 million in funding, she burned through all of it and had to rebuild from the beginning. Even when no one would give her more money, she kept going. She believed in her ability to create impact, to run a massive company and to change how leadership and companies are run. How did she have the confidence when she didn't have the degree, the financial background, or the network? In this interview, Jess shares exactly how she was able to manifest her empire. Join The GLOW: https://www.TheGLOW.org/coaching Connect with Lisa at LisaWang.co or on social linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/ and https://www.instagram.com/lisacarmenwang/

Meg Whitman is without a doubt one of the most formidable leaders in the world today. She's worth $4 billion, and is best known for taking eBay from $5.7 million to $8 billion in sales as eBay’s CEO from 1998 to 2008. She then became the CEO of Hewlett Packard, where she oversaw it split into HP Inc, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. She remains on the boards of Procter & Gamble and Dropbox. In 2018, she became the CEO of Quibi, Jeffrey Katzenberg’s new short form video platform reinventing digital video and storytelling that closed a $1 billion dollars in startup funding. Meg shares her most important lessons as a leader who has stepped into multiple high-pressure, high-profile roles. She discusses the importance of showing up fully in even the most difficult challenges, how to overcome rejection and loss, and how she built confidence and courage over the course of her career. Join The GLOW Leadership Program: https://www.TheGLOW.org/coaching Connect with Lisa at LisaWang.co or on social linkedin.com/in/lisacarmenwang/ and https://www.instagram.com/lisacarmenwang/

Jean Case is a prolific executive, investor, philanthropist, and impact investing pioneer. She is the Chairman of the National Geographic Society and CEO of the Case Foundation, which has been recognized for addressing significant social challenges and driving exponential impact. Jean is also the author of her latest book, Be Fearless: 5 Principles for a Life of Breakthroughs and Purpose. Jean is dedicated to social impact and she and her husband Steve Case joined The Giving Pledge and publicly reaffirmed their commitment to give away the majority of their wealth to fund worthy charitable causes. In today’s episode, Jean talks to us about how to take big bets, how to step outside of your comfort zone, and what it really takes to create a big vision and an extraordinary, fearless life. The 5 principles of being fearless (4:10) The importance of “failing in the footsteps of giants” (5:44) Social media’s impact on perceived success (6:15) How to create urgency in your life even without life threatening situations (8:24) Taking the long view in life (9:12) The early stages of growth at AOL from startup to a “10 year overnight sensation” as the first internet company to go public (11:08) How to leverage disenfranchisement to your advantage (15:38) How your brain can trick you even when you know you’re safe (22:00) Some questions we discuss: How did you overcome your fear of risk? (19:44) How to differentiate between what’s real fear and what’s not? (21:11) Are you someone who has mostly done things in your life you’re sure you could be good at? (20:54) How do you start right where you are? (25:21) What is your experience as a woman in tech? (27:57) “The world might count you out, but don’t be the one who counts yourself out. Stay in the game, keep the long view”

Fran Hauser is a best-selling author and successful startup investor,  and she did not have to sacrifice her personality to achieve it. In her book, The Myth of the Nice Girl , Fran talks about how to bring your best self to work, and how to achieve a career you love without becoming a person you hate. Learn how Fran successfully navigated her career in a leadership style true to herself,  how to successfully transition between roles, how to build trust with managers, and the key to pitching an investor or mentor to invest in you. Fran gives us simple, actionable strategies that can change your career today. In this episode, you will learn: The unproductive territory of people-pleasing (5:24) When Fran began thinking of herself as a leader (6:37) Why you need to be known for something (9:06) How to choose a path when you are at a crossroads (19:33) Why you must separate the personal from the professional when hiring (35:40) Ways to cultivate and keep trust (41:56) Concepts from the book that resonated most with readers (46:13) Some questions we discuss: What is the myth of the “nice girl”? (1:28) Why did Fran choose the word “nice” for her book? (3:17) What were Fran’s career motivations? (10:08) What is Fran’s advice to those who realize entrepreneurship is not as glamorous as it seems? (21:28) What exercises has Fran done to figure out what she wants in life? (31:53) How do you find the right mentor? (48:53) Fran Hauser’s quick fire answers to “one thing” questions. (52:52) Links and Resources The Myth of the Nice Girl by Fran Hauser Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse Four-Square Model of setting boundaries and priorities

Beth Comstock, GE's former CMO and first ever female Vice Chair, is fresh off the release of her new book,  Imagine It Forward: Courage, Creativity, and the Power of Change. where she shares what she’s had to do throughout her career to overcome self-doubt, the best risks she’s ever taken, and how women in particular can learn to get comfortable with being ambitious.  Despite her decades of success, she admits to a lifelong struggle with painful shyness and lack of confidence. She doesn’t shy away from sharing her biggest hardships (like single motherhood) and mistakes (that nearly cost her huge promotions) either. Beth shares what it means to have social courage, how you can build it into your daily habits, and what it can do for your life and career. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The unexpected and less-than-glamorous side of becoming an author. [3:12] How becoming a single mother spurred Beth into action. [9:07] What’s in Beth’s own internal monologue of insecurity, and how she fights it. [10:59] How perceived failures can teach us to take control of our own narratives. [14:11] All about the biggest career leap Beth ever made—even though her colleagues thought she was crazy. [15:22] Some of Beth’s personal confidence exercises & The importance of saying "I don't know." [23:12] The big mistake that almost cost her a huge promotion. [28:48] The piece of advice Beth took from a certain 14-year-old girl. [30:45] Some Questions We Discuss: How is writing and publishing a book an entrepreneurial pursuit? [2:00] Where do confidence and shyness issues come from in the first place? [7:02] What are the other, bigger fears that underpin the fear of change in our lives? [17:21] How did Beth get through backlash for being a CMO with no marketing experience? [20:20] How to fight back against the devaluation of so-called “soft skills”. [22:23] How can we overcome shyness to promote ourselves on social media? [32:40] Links and Resources Beth Comstock’s book Book recommendation: The Creative Habit: Learn it and use it for life by Twyla Tharp Follow Beth on Twitter Follow Beth on Instagram Quotes: “I think that's where a pure product entrepreneur and an author would have a lot in common. It's your baby. There can't possibly be anyone who cares about it as much as you do.” “There were moments when I realized I was holding myself back. I wasn't speaking up. I saw other people who put ideas out, and they were moving ahead, and I wasn't! And finally I had just had enough. I said, ‘Okay, I've got to do something.” "Every great leader I know is a communicator."

In the final moments of the presidential debate, Hillary Clinton was answering a question when Donald Trump quietly called her a “nasty woman”. Clinton may not have flinched at the words, but the rest of the world did. Trump’s mumbled insult stirred up an online storm. Amanda Brinkman’s simple, clever idea transformed into a call for solidarity among women across the globe. A spur-of-the-moment idea, she decided to put “Nasty Woman” on a t-shirt, put them up for sale, and donate half the proceeds to Planned Parenthood. What was meant to be an ironic statement turned into a viral success overnight, changing the course of Amanda’s life. In the days that followed, Amanda worked tirelessly to build a business that could withstand and outlast her 5 minutes of fame. Her overnight success did not come easy, and was accompanied with death threats, legal barriers, and an overwhelming load of t-shirt orders she now had to supply. Today's interview dives into the challenges faced in the touch-and-go world of social media fame, developing resilience, differentiating your brand, and most importantly - building a meaningful business that you can proudly stand behind. Some Questions I Ask: What are some of your fears? (08:12) How do you differentiate your products? (16:05) How do you define pop culture and the impact it can have? (28:15) How is pop culture influencing what we feel is possible? (30:27) How do you think about brands and how can they create sustainable value? (33:50) Do you feel integrity wins out in the long run? (36:15) How to market to customers that aren't in your target market? (40:20) In This Episode, You Will Learn: How 'Nasty Woman' became a viral call for solidarity (05:20) Why you don't need to have everything figured out when starting a business (07:30) The dark side of going viral which no one talks about (09:35) Understanding your fears and feeling enough as a person (17:40) Coming up with the idea for ' The Nasty Woman Game ' and how it has sparked important conversations (24:00) The importance of a strong brand identity (36:49) Links and Resources Mentioned: Pelican Bomb Shrill Society The Nasty Woman Game Book recommendation: Circe by Madeline Miller

Success is almost never a straight path. In fact, the things we think we want - money, fame, power - are rarely the things that actually make us happy. Today’s guest, Betsy Pearce, hailed as as one of the most powerful people in fashion, has been the legal deal-maker for top fashion icons like Carolina Herrera and Alexander McQueen, the creative directors for Bottega Veneta, Nina Ricci, and Dior Homme and more. When it comes to the types of high-stakes negotiations she deals with, she says the biggest mistake people make is thinking that it’s just about the money. It’s usually not about the money, it’s about proving someone wrong. Ego, emotion, loneliness, or rejection all play a part. As such, she wants us to get comfortable with the idea that sometimes, we don’t know what we don’t know. We learn by taking steps, and when we realize they aren’t the right ones, it’s okay to ask for help. Studies have shown that happiness often stems from a sense of community and being needed. However, there is no reason for us to wait for people to need us. It’s okay to ask for help when we need it, and to offer help to those around us. Courage is the ability to open up about what you you really need to get where you want to go. Happiness comes from realizing that the journey itself doesn’t need to be taken alone. Some Questions I Ask: Where do you think the desire to prove others wrong comes from? (04:07) Success isn’t clearly defined for creatives - how have you seen some of the more prominent creatives you’ve worked with navigate this? (11:13) Outside of money, what are other priorities that people mistake as the thing they should be focused on? (13:04) Have you ever found it hard to ask for help? (14:03) What is it like going into rooms to negotiate with larger corporates that don’t have the same mentality of collaboration? (24:31) What are the biggest mistakes you’ve seen people make in negotiations? (27:25) What do you think about the idea of finding your purpose? (39:34) In This Episode, You Will Learn: Betsy’s ties to the Midwest and how her roots shape her life today (01:55) How being bitten by a dog in her face helped Betsy realize what matters in life (6:00) How Betsy’s athletic career shaped her outlook on teamwork and women supporting women (07:45) The importance of community in creating internal happiness (13:38) Why achievement doesn’t guarantee happiness (14:39) The difficulty in admitting to needing help (16:08) The things Betsy feels would have been easier if she had a mentor (19:50) How self worth turns into a dollar amount (28:49) The passion behind empowering women in creative-driven industries (35:05) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community by Robert D. Putnam Secrets of the Flesh: A Life of Colette by JUDITH THURMAN More about Betsy Pearce in Gotham Magazine Alexander Mcqueen Bottega Vanetta Kate Spade Vera Wang Jimmy Choo Bergdorf Goodman The Carlisle Group Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

At the end of every decision is an outcome, every single time. But sometimes we don’t have enough time or information, so how can you make smart decisions to create your desired outcome? We may often find ourselves consumed with decision fatigue because we are afraid of the consequences of making the wrong choice. Other times, the product of our actions feels so far away that we cannot even begin to fathom how to make the right decision. Instead of obsessing over finding the right answer, today’s guest, Catherine Ulrich, encourages us to start by asking “Who do I want to be?” and taking a long hard look at all of the outcomes, especially the less desirable ones. This isn’t to prepare for the worst, but rather, to assess the worst-case scenario in detail to stop it from having any reign over our lives at this moment. When we keep the different possibilities in mind, we always know what we’re walking into and how to behave accordingly. At the end of the day, our energy dictates our thoughts and feelings. Instead of allowing ourselves to get caught up in overwhelming feelings, we must understand why we are afraid, the steps we can take to overcome that fear, and why that fear is much bigger in our heads than it is in reality. In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to find confidence in your own voice (03:49) Defining “who you want to be” rather than “what you want to do” (11:19) How to create a culture of radical candor and transparency (18:59) Learning to break down big lofty goals into more feasible steps (24:24) Anticipating failure and preventing self-sabotage (27:09) Growing out of relationships and how to accept the new phases of your lives (37:38) Energy and the ways your energy affects others (40:49) Creating your own model of leadership in a male-dominated field (47:55) Plus much more… Some Questions I Ask: Were you and are you a perfectionist? (07:02) Do you believe in models like the 80/20 rule? (09:11) How do you balance giving hard feedback when sometimes it can also put you in a place of vulnerability? (18:58) How do take the pressure off decisions that feel high stakes? (24:24) Do these feasible steps apply in terms of how you evaluate the thought process of an entrepreneur? (28:46) How have your relationships and friendships evolved over time? (35:25) What does it take for people to find that space to be okay with looking inside? (45:05) Links and Resources: Radical Candor by Kim Scott The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni First Mark Capital Follow Catherine on Twitter Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

I often speak about the importance of self-reflection, but is there a point where we become overexposed to ourselves? Today’s guest, Alex Wolf, founder of Boss Babe, unloads a cathartic insight on social media and the exposure that comes along with it. The pros to social media can be great. We have the ability to share our lives with many others and create more personal relationships in a short amount of time. However, at what point do we spend too much time focusing on our own image and not enough time focusing on our lives? Alex exposes the cons of societies’ overexposure to ourselves through social media and the pressure it can bring. Like her new novel, Resonate , Alex explores how social media can be used by young entrepreneurs to build their brand while sharing insight on the mindset needed to maintain such a brand. Some Questions I Ask: How did you get into social media? What was driving you? (1:55) How do you think about human psychology as it relates to growing your following? (9:07) Were there times when you started to feel a disconnect between being your authentic self and the face you had to put out there? (15:13) Why do people get stuck and keep themselves from living the life they want? (26:48) Have you ever been afraid of death? (35:35) What do you think is your greater “why?” (39:51)          In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Alex approaches social capital and its growing value  (6:50) The four different elements of resonating in a message (10:50) How Boss Babe reaches out and engages with their followers (16:43) The difference between art and entertainment (21:01) What we can do to stay deeply inspired by their own lives (38:41) The struggles our constant use of technology brings into our lives (42:40) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Boss Babe Resonate: For Anyone Who Wants To Build An Audience by Alex Wolf What is Art? by Leo Tolstoy The Opposite of Loneliness: Essays and Stories by Marina Keegan Read Work by Neil Postman Visit Alex's Website Follow Alex on Instagram Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

What if someone told you there were no right or wrong answers, only right questions? We are often trying to chase the “right answer” without defining what the right answer is. Without setting that fundamental definition of success, we will continue chasing a vague idea that doesn’t look like much of anything. This is why we need to ask ourselves the right questions, the questions that ultimately lead us in the right directions. “What are you doing?” “Why do you want certain things?” These questions allow us to be introspective and the answers to these questions can change, allowing us to grow in different directions. Today’s guest, Jeff Madoff is founder and CEO of Madoff Productions. He is an American director, photographer, writer and professor living in New York City . His film and video work include commercials, web content, music videos and documentaries for various clients such as Ralph Lauren and Victoria’s Secret. Madoff teaches a course, Creative Careers: Making a Living with your Ideas, at Parsons The New School for Design. Jeff talks about the importance of knowing your goals, never doubting your ability, and always pushing back the fear of failure in order to continue forward toward your goals. Some Questions I Ask: What drew you to film in the first place? How do you feel about the progression of video today? (05:40) What are the dominant narratives you see right now and how is that shifting? (09:46) What sort of emotions were you feeling in terms of figuring out if you could do justice to the story of Lloyd Price? (23:26) What do you think drives you to keep creating? (26:51) During your artistic career, have you had moments where you’ve felt like you weren’t good enough or your work wasn’t good enough? (33:52) Do you think you are who you are because of your circumstances or in spite of your circumstances? (55:48) In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Jeff shows people how to make a living with their ideas (01:49) Steps Jeff took to create Madoff Productions (03:11) The idea of basic human expression and how it is shown through film (14:15) The creative side of longer form film (15:51) Passion versus making money in a film career and how the goals sometimes shift when having a family (45:21) “Creative Careers: Making a Living with Your Ideas,” Jeff’s book in the works and its goal (47:22) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Madoff Productions Follow Madoff Productions on Twitter Find Madoff Productions on Facebook Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds by Michael Lewis Ralph Lauren Victoria's Secret Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

Education has always been a driving force for today’s guest, Logan Cohen, CEO of Kudzoo App. Whether it's educating herself about the complexities of others or encouraging tomorrow’s leaders through her app, Kudzoo, Logan is always pushing herself to grow and encouraging others to grow alongside her. In today’s episode, Logan reminds us that we not only have to know our strengths, we also have to own them on a daily basis. It’s easier than ever to constantly feel like you’re constantly falling behind, especially when comparing ourselves to others. In these moments, it’s important to notice the fears that are driving us and focus on the ways we can conquer them rather than letting them conquer us. In fact, understanding our fears may be the best place to start when it comes to understanding others. Logan is insistent on creating space to listen to others, regardless of their position relevant to her because she knows that she will always learn something new. This is what makes us stronger people. When we listen and understand, we create possibilities. When we create possibilities, we succeed. Some Questions I Ask: Did you always know you were going to become an entrepreneur? (01:31) How did you start blending yourself with being an entrepreneur? Did you ever lose yourself in the company? (04:53) Did you ever feel any pressure to change yourself to fit in with the mold of the typical Silicon Valley founder? (09:45) Talk about being “your own worst enemy,” can you share some of your internal dialogue to overcome this? (17:03) Are there any fears that are driving you? (28:58) What are the challenges of being an ambitious woman who is “crushing it” in so many parts of her life? (32:45) In This Episode, You Will Learn: Logan’s upbringing and the inspiration she drew from her parent’s accomplishments (02:21) The strength Logan has to connect with and learn from people (08:57) How Logan grew her education rewards system for students, Kudzoo (13:45) The way Logan widens the space between stimulus and response by trying to understand (21:49) The mantras Logan uses in her day to day (36:04) The things we can take with us into tomorrow (38:26) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Kudzoo The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google by Scott Galloway Lemonade by Beyonce More Episodes Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

Letting go can be extremely difficult. When you build something from the ground up and work on it for years, it becomes part of you. Today's guest, Rand Fishkin founded Moz, which has grown into one of the most massive SEO empires. Moz now has 36,000 customers, 160+ employees and does around $47 million dollars in annual revenue. Just recently, Rand Fishkin has stepped away from the day-to-day operations of the company and is ready for the next adventure. But what prompted him to leave the empire he built? In today’s interview, we discuss the pressure for entrepreneurs to fit within the Silicon Valley model of success, and how venture capital can be detrimental to a founder in the long run. We cover a lot from self-doubt to arrogance to the need to confront. Rand talks honestly about his difficult move out of the CEO position at Moz and into building his next venture, SparkToro. In This Episode, You Will Learn: How SEO is still the best practice for driving traffic to a site (03:10) Importance of trial & error and learning as you go (04:10) The vision Rand had for Moz early on (12:12) Why you don't need to build the next Facebook or Amazon (28:00) How arrogance and depression are connected (31:40) Stepping down from the CEO position (39:20) Rand's new book and promotion around it (44:35)  Some Questions We Discuss: What's your background? (03:53) Did you enjoy raising capital for Moz? (07:07) Do you consider yourself an emotional or more logical person? (16:44) Why don't we talk enough about depression in the business world? (21:43) How do you define success? (27:06) Who are some of the entrepreneurs that you admire? (29:29)  Links and Resources Mentioned (https://sparktoro.com/)

Have you ever chased a dream only to realize that it actually feels more like a nightmare? Many entrepreneurs escape the corporate rat race to live life according to their own terms, only to realize years later that the one they’ve built is still far from fulfilling. Today’s guest, Jason Van Orden spent over a decade helping thousands of thought leaders grow their influence by strategically turning their passions into viable revenue streams. He has studied top Internet influencers in order to decode the psychology and strategies they use to launch and grow world-class personal brands. Jason launched over 60 online courses, taught more than 7000 entrepreneurs, generated 6 million dollars in online course sales, and 8 million downloads of his podcast. However, despite his outward success, Jason silently struggled with his own internal challenges that left him feeling apathetic, distressed, and unmotivated. In a world where your social image increasingly dictates your success, Jason reveals the dark underbelly of influence and the pressure to project an external image of confidence while quietly struggling with depression. Do you want to build a powerful brand? It starts with self awareness. So in this episode, we get real about facing fears, embracing vulnerability, and turning trauma and pain into your own creative genius. In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to launch a product with a tiny email list (04:04) Why formal training in the online business atmosphere isn’t the most important thing (06:52) Knowing when an idea or a side project has the potential to become a real business (10:52) Launching 3 podcasts at the same time (15:54) Making an impact versus just making money online (20:24) Suffering from depression and from the shiny object syndrome (27:30) Importance of being open about your fears (32:32) Passions and causes that excite Jason today (48:17) Taking something that causes us pain and turning it into something creative (53:25) Some Questions We Discuss: What are the mistakes creative people make when trying to self-promote and market themselves? (08:43) Does success come mostly from talent, hard Work or luck? (18:07) What were the steps you took to treat the depression? (28:47) Is it harder for men to share their vulnerabilities and insecurities? (37:41) What are some of the projects that you are currently working on? (43:53) What do you want your legacy to be? (46:04) Links and Resources: Show Your Work by Austin Kleon (https://www.internetbusinessmastery.com/)

Women. We know them. We work with them. We love them. We are them. Our world is constantly changing, being reshaped and redefined by the people that live within it. This sort of revolution births leaders. It just so happens that today, many women are at the forefront of that change. Today’s guest has been behind the curtain of inspiration, encouraging girls everywhere to grow up and become powerful women. Ann Shoket, former editor-in-chief of Seventeen and author of The Big Life , speaks about the power women hold within themselves. There are dreams to be followed, lives to be lead, changes to be made, and no traditional thoughts on gender should be holding anyone back. Some Questions I Ask: Do you think there’s still a negative connotation between women and ambition? (05:45) What are your thoughts about the role of class in this movement? (19:25) What in particular did you do at Seventeen and CosmoGIRL! that you think really made a difference in terms of the content girls were reading and how they could perceive themselves? (28:15) What sort of advice do you have for people who are afraid to take the first step to following their dream? (40:40) Have you ever had a moment throughout your career where you had a big failure, and how did you overcome that? (44:46) In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to acknowledge that you deserve your dreams and how to reach them (08:50) Ann’s desires for sizzle, excitement, adventure that lead her to follow her dreams (12:04) The role men should take in having conversations about women in business (21:46) How millennial women are defying the norms and how older generations should embrace that change (29:35) Is there such thing as “too much?” (36:37) The feeling of fire and navigating your life by breaking away from tradition (47:41) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Why We Should All Be More Millennial | Ann Shoket | TEDxStLouisWomen Seventeen CosmoGIRL! The Big Life: Embrace the Mess, Work Your Side Hustle, Find a Monumental Relationship, and Become the Badass Babe You Were Meant to Be by Ann Shoket America's Next Top Model Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar by Cheryl Strayed Badass Babes Dinner Guide Ann Shoket Follow Ann on Instagram Follow Ann on Twitter Connect with Ann on Facebook

It’s empathy. It’s humility. It’s fear. It’s part of being human. Today’s guest, Ben Parr, discusses all of the different reasons behind why we perceive people the way we do and just how those unconscious perceptions shape our society today. Ben is the founder of Octane AI and author of Captivology: The Science of Capturing People’s Attention, making Ben no stranger to the way people act, react, and interact. Since Ben has always had a heart for others, he created a system to make the lives of company owners just a bit easier. Octane AI allows business owners everywhere to automatically respond to their incoming social media messages with the help of a Chatbot. This helps keeps both businesses and their customers happy. At the end of the day, it all comes back to the people. How they feel-- what they think-- and how small positive experiences can add up to make a world of change. Some Questions I Ask: What did you dream of becoming as a little boy? (04:06) What’s your focus?  (13:39) Do you ever feel like the weight of all the things you have to do will ever be enough? (18:08) What keeps you up at night right now? (20:44) Do you ever feel like, as an efficient entrepreneur, you lose touch with your emotions? (21:35) Do you think there’s a connection between humility and empathy? (24:09) Are there any fears for you that remain under the surface? (38:54) In This Episode, You Will Learn: Ben’s fourth and final goal to bring space to the rest of humanity and his realization of combining the business and research ends of science to enact change (04:32) Ben’s evolution of ambition through his college years (10:35) How Ben is helping businesses (14:35) The importance of keeping your mind refreshed by taking things one day at a time (18:27) The difference of empathy and humility between female and male entrepreneurs and the unconscious bias we have every day (24:26) More about Ben’s Book, Captivology (32:25) How to prioritize your self-care and personal relationships (44:35) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Octane AI Captivology Samasource Follow Ben on Twitter Connect with Ben on Facebook Follow Ben on Instagram

Just one more cookie. Just one more episode. Just... There are a million different ways to fill in the blank. We often sabotage our goals by giving in to short-term pleasure because in that moment, we are more focused on fulfilling our desires rather than thinking about what will happen when those few, blissful moments are over. In this episode, I talk about how you can stop self-sabotaging yourself by being more mindful and holding yourself accountable in order to reach the goals you’ve created. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why people start straying away from their New Year’s goals (00:55) The control you have over your life, thoughts, and behavior (01:33) How to stop self-sabotaging (02:06) How self-sabotage is taking the path of least-resistance (05:16) Focusing on yourself despite your external environment (06:54) Changing the association with your sabotaging behavior (08:17) How to hold yourself accountable for your behavior (09:37) Plus much more… Links and Resources: Follow me on Twitter Follow me on Instagram

Have you ever considered the way your beliefs impact your life? Most of us have thought about it, but it’s only when we really dissect our perfectionism, our vulnerability, and our perception of ourselves that we can truly understand how the little things impact the big picture. Today’s guest, Sasha Cohen, former Olympic Figure Skater and National Champion, gets real personal real quick, giving us an authentic look into the intricacies of her life from first skate to last, the struggles navigating the pursuit of a new purpose, all of the way to her present-day life in New York City as an investment manager. Though once participating in a sport where vulnerability was a weakness, Sasha is nothing short of vulnerable when speaking about refunneling her energy into new projects and redirecting her life after leaving the rigorous daily routine that is associated with being a full-time athlete. Simply put, honesty is the name of today’s game-- honesty with others, honesty with our peers, and most importantly, honesty with ourselves. Some Questions I Ask: What were your dreams as a little girl? (01:58) What was the point you realized you were good at skating? (03:24) Where do you think your expectations come from? (09:56) Are you a perfectionist? (17:33) Do you feel like you have started to learn to be fully present? (26:17) What is your new dream? (31:47) What’s one of the experiences in your past that has shaped who you are today? (49:10) In This Episode, You Will Learn: When Sasha realized that she could go further in life (04:57) The emotions behind physically falling over and over (07:23) What a competitive environment looks like from the inside (14:20) How being harsh on yourself may impact your perception of others (20:34) How appreciating things encourages joy in your life (39:25) Acknowledging your vulnerabilities can help you grow (51:20) How Sasha connected with others through being vulnerable (57:30) Plus much more... Links and Resources: Follow Sasha on Twitter Follow Sasha on Instagram Find Sasha on Facebook Full Transcript and More Episodes Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

We all know about fear, whether it be of failing, speaking up, or feeling a certain way. However, today’s guest gives fear the finger as she dives into an in-depth conversation about gender diversity, self-acceptance, and why women should never cease to push the boundaries created for them by a male-dominated society. Cindy Gallop, brand and business innovator, discusses the things women can do in order to change the world working against them such as taking small actions to change the way they think, saying what they mean, and supporting other women. Cindy works every day to help women diminish fear, jumpstart self-acceptance, and ultimately push back at the environments that push to keep them under. Cindy is the founder of makelovenotporn , a mission based on “Pro-sex. Pro-porn. Pro-knowing the difference,” and works as a consultant for people who want to change the game in their sector. Cindy is known for her stance on diversity, equality, and confronting societal issues every day. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The way Cindy thinks about fear and its effect on us (2:38) Cindy’s journey through a creativity-driven life to help women share their voices (5:50) The reasons micro-actions are important for impact (13:19) The importance of expressing what you think (16:45) Why change isn’t being made in the world of gender diversity (26:10) Why you should call out the barriers in your professional environment (38:55) Realizing you are the only one who can change things (47:49) Plus much more... Some Questions We Discuss: What is a specific micro-action you think people should take today? (16:05) At what point did it occur to you, “I can say whatever I think?” (18:45) Why did you speak out after Kevin Roberts claimed the gender debate was over? (19:50) What do you think is the solution when we talk about wanting to make people buy? What is that strategy right now? (30:32) What specifically would you tell those women who believe they have the potential to change the world? (34:45) Who are some of the people that inspire and motivate you? (43:06) What advice would you give men? (44:42) Links and Resources: Misogyny: The World's Oldest Prejudice by Jack Holland (https://inspirefest.com/)

Do you utilize your skills daily? If not, today’s guest, Beth Ferreira may be able to help you understand the importance of holding on and maybe even letting go. Before Beth was a managing partner at WME Ventures, she did a number of jobs in different departments. Beth used this to her advantage, for when she reached the top of the corporate ladder, she knew exactly who she was empathizing within other areas of the company. Not only does Beth have an inner connection to the people throughout her company, she has the ability to put her once seemingly useless skills to use every day. Beth often accentuates the point of living realistically, whether it be taking responsibility for her team or knowing the weight (or lack thereof) of the decisions she makes, making her a leader that continues to help others flourish with her daily. Some Questions I Ask: Did you always know this was the path you were going to take? (4:41) Did you have any trepidation when you were entering at an early stage? (8:02) Did you ever question yourself as a manager in a new role? (10:48) Did you feel like you needed to go to business school? (15:10) Were there moments where you felt like you should pull back? (24:45) Was there a point in your journey where you felt your sense of self? (31:13) Do you still have moments where you don’t feel good enough? (43:16) Are there any remaining fears that you feel are driving you? (49:07) In This Episode, You Will Learn: The importance of businesses that change something (14:35) How Beth learned from every role she was in (17:04) How much information is too much information (19:06) The unspoken responsibilities of being a leader (25:03) Who to ask for advice (30:20) The reality of navigating a company as a high-powered woman (35:40) The ways Beth adapted to a new role (39:31) How to look at the fate of decisions realistically (44:20) Plus much more… Links and Resources: fab.com Etsy FirstMark Capital BCG UBS Full Transcript and More Episodes Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

Would you be willing to put yourself in harm’s way to stand up for what is right? Today’s guest, Kimberly Motley, doesn’t hesitate to go great lengths to help a fellow human. Kimberly is the only foreign lawyer in Afghanistan. She is straight to the point about the issues in Afghanistan while full of hope for its people. In fact, the people are why Kimberly stays in Afghanistan fighting. Her empathy runs deep. Kimberly thoroughly believes that every human deserves a right to protection. Kimberly is constantly meeting with people in Afghan prisons, hearing their stories, and finding the justice they deserve, inevitably helping reshape Afghanistan’s societal structure. Some Questions I Ask: What’s the dynamic for you growing up half African American and half Korean? (3:59) How did the race relations in Milwaukee affect you? (6:11) What took you to Afghanistan? (9:17) How were you feeling going into Afghanistan for the first time? (10:36) How do you feel good enough for these cases when they’re such big issues to tackle? (22:16) Are things getting better in Afghanistan? (28:43) How do you know when you’ve done enough? (35:05) In This Episode, You Will Learn: The flawed racial climate that continues to exist (4:49) The truth Kimberly learned by conversing with people in Afghan prisons (13:46) How Kimberly tackles the big issues (19:39) The power Kimberly feels with the court (26:40) Kimberly’s abundant hope for Afghanistan and its people (30:05) Plus much more… Links and Resources: Motleys Law Trailer Richard Bronson on Kimberly Motley, “The Law Belongs to Us ” Women for Afghan Women Contact Kimberly Follow Kimberly on Twitter Full Transcript and More Episodes Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

It is the time of the year when we inevitably reflect on the months that trail behind us. Does your 2017 look more like trials than triumphs? That’s okay, thank it anyway. That’s right, it’s time to say “thank you” to 2017 because without its accomplishments and inevitable downfalls, we wouldn’t have the power to push on into the new year —t he year of realigning our goals, redefining ourselves, and acknowledging just how much we have to be thankful for. With a little help from this episode, you’re guaranteed to start your year off a little more hopeful, a tiny bit brighter, and a lot more determined to make changes for the better. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why you should be asking “why?” How to change your life story by changing the definition of yourself What is affecting your mindset, goals, and happiness Why it’s important to distance yourself from particular people How to give up the idea that asking for help means you’re weak How many doors you can open by being grateful Allowing your purpose to find you by serving the world first Plus much more... Links and Resources: Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram

Problems aren’t uncommon, especially in today’s community of young adults. Student debt stacks up, housing expenses rise, and once seemingly simple milestones get pushed further and further into the average adult’s life. But people aren’t letting that stop them from reaching their goals. In fact, it is the exact situation that pushed today’s guest toward his goal. Ajay Yadav figured that if having roommates in your adult life is a reality, then there should be nothing stopping us from having good roommates. Thus, Ajay combined what he knew best, building websites, with what he once feared, people, to create Roomi. Roomi is an app designed to help everyone feel a little more at home by connecting people with common interests, goals, and mindsets. Ajay has made sure the process is safe and secure, allowing people the potential to build more comfortable lives without worrying about adding more problems to the equation. Can you imagine if we were all inspired by the problems just out of our reach? Some Questions I Ask: What happened that brought you from India to the US? (04:32) How have you gone about building relationships? (8:38) What are the biggest challenges managing your team? (15:26) Do you have a feeling that your company may never be enough? (21:31) Outside of work, what does “enough” look like to you? (23:54) Who are some of the most influential people in your life today? (25:15) What is one thing you wish people would ask each other more often? (35:56) In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Ajay started creating websites (3:18) Where Ajay found the support for Roomi (10:29) Leading a business team (15:35) Creating a space in your business for personal growth (17:15) The importance of trusting your employees (22:02) Bringing happiness to your company (28:18) Plus much more… Links and Resources: Ajay's Linkedin Ajay's Twitter Roomi

What if your prosperity was quantified by the number of people you inspired? Or how you overcame in the face of tragedy? Or perhaps in the way you empathize with people daily? If success was measured by your goodness, would you be flourishing? We often think of success as a monetary value or a name on the side of a building, but what if our guest today were to tell you that her success stems from fulfillment? And not necessarily her own. Our guest today is not only inspiring others to find fulfillment in their lives but is using their success to fuel her own fulfillment. Mary Wittenberg is the CEO of Virgin Sport, a movement that is revolutionizing fitness while inspiring people to move together. Mary helps orchestrate large festivals meant to bring people together in hopes that through the power of movement and exercise, she can connect cultures and inspire people to live healthier lifestyles, not only physically but emotionally. Mary regularly accentuates the importance of kindness and empathy in creating a better tomorrow. Everything that is shared at a Virgin Sport festival, whether it be laughter or a healthy hunger for competition, is meant to be echoed throughout communities everywhere, especially after the event ends. Through kind hearts, and a few push-ups, Mary has created an environment that will ineluctably push us into a better tomorrow. “Make the most out of every day. Look forward to tomorrow. Leave the wake of the day before far behind the boat.” Some Questions I Ask: Why do you run? (2:43) Who were you before all of your accomplishments? (3:29) Was there ever a time where you felt like you weren’t good enough? (10:37) What drives you? (20:15) Did you ever have the sensation that your time was running out to achieve certain things? (27:47) What is your dream for Virgin Sport? (51:50) What is your mantra today? How has it changed over time? (54:24) What is the legacy you want to leave the world? (01:02:54) In This Episode, You Will Learn: The importance of learning from experiences (14:35) Mary getting caught up in what she knew (24:53) The power of pausing (33:11) Mary’s way of assuring sure she gets what she requires out of her life (38:25) Trusting the process of decision making (41:00) The “give it a go” spirit infused in Virgin Sport (50:34) Being a well-rounded leader (58:50) Plus much more...

Am I enough? It’s a question comprised of three simple words, but the answer to that simple question is what defines our limits. I'm no stranger to the question or the weight it carries. After consistently pushing myself to be number one at everything, a split second of self-doubt created a new barrier between me and my goals. This is when I decided to dissect the nature of failure at the intersection of enoughness and achievement. What I found there were the solutions that would ultimately push me to accept, reason, and try again. In This Episode You Will Learn: The art of perfection (2:16) How doubt determined Lisa’s fate (3:44) Commitment to achieving (6:50) The ways Lisa avoided letting her past define her future (8:29) The lack of privacy in suffering (9:53) A solution to not feeling good enough (11:47) External measures of success (13:35) The power of understanding yourself (14:40) Plus much more...