Great Big Yes

Have you heard of the enneagram? On this episode, Sue talks to Jen Higgins, a personality coach and the "Enneagram Ninja" about how the enneagram can help us understand ourselves and others better. This comes in handy for us as we strive to create a business and a life we love! If you are an enneagram aficionado or even if you are new to the whole idea, you don't want to miss this episode!

Are you launching a dream? Are you saying "Yes" to your vision? Have you committed to a new path in your life? If so, you've probably already met some resistance. We all come up against it. This can come in many forms, especially in our own thoughts and habits! We have to be able to let go of anything that no longer serves our bigger vision, anything in the way of us getting to the outcome we desire. This is tough! But not impossible. Listen in as Sue gives examples of resistance and ideas to overcome it!

In this episode, Sue talks about mindset shifts. From thinking there was one right way to be a perfect mom (ummm...duh) to being offended by someone calling her "ma'am"(she moved from Chicago to Texas and this ma'am thing was a shock at first), she has had to adapt her way of thinking and grow as she goes! Her new mantra is "Be Adaptable" and "Learn as you go. Expand what you know." She's currently making up a cheer with that rhyme.

On this episode, Sue chats with Layne Bruner of Wellthy Soul. Both Sue and Layne are in Austin, Texas, love fitness and are passionate about the businesses they've created! They discover several other things they have in common in this conversation, including a strong faith that keeps them grounded. Layne started Wellthy Soul as a side hustle but now it is a thriving business keeping her busy full time. Listen in to hear more about how she turned an idea that come to her on a mountaintop into her life's work, allowing her to serve others and create a business and life she loves!

Your limiting thoughts are in the way. The reason you aren't launching your business isn't because of tech issues or lack of knowledge about Instagram or needing a prettier logo. Those are excuses. The truth is you are not moving forward is because your thoughts are holding you back. It's time to take every thought captive and take ownership of your life. If you are ready to live on purpose and build a business and a life you love, you will need to start with your thoughts! Let's do this!

This episode is so much fun! And incredibly inspiring! Sue chats with the women of the "Take Up Your Mat" podcast! They answer the question, "How do you stay sane these days?" with wisdom, humor and authenticity. These women come to this conversation as they approach their lives, armed with the Word of God, trusting and full of hope. Listen in and be encouraged by Mia Neuenhoff, Kelsey Zahn Melton, Kimberly Mervyn, Pam Milner, Wendy Landin, Kerry Tomberlin and Jen Froning.

We are still in the middle of a pandemic. Covid is not gone. School is supposed to start and there is much discussion on if it should be online or in person. Different communities are coming up with solutions that work for them. In the midst of the chaos and uncertainty, there is one thing we know for sure. God is still sovereign. Could it be that God is inviting us to see this time as a reset? A time to go to God with our needs and connect with Him again? On this episode, Sue shares scripture and encouragement to seek God in times of uncertainty and to trust Him with our kids, teachers, administrators, school employees, coaches, families and communities. Pray for our schools, our communities, our nation!

Are you feeling super bugged right now? Annoyed? Blah? Distracted? You are not alone! Even if we know all about Jesus and yoga and life coaching and personal empowerment, these are tough times!!! We can't just pretend everything is okay and brush it all under the rug! On this episode, Sue invites you to say YES to all of you. Everything you are feeling. No pretending allowed. Say what you want to say! Be free!

Celebrating 100 episodes today! I've asked members of Team YES to share, "What saying YES means to them"! AND I get to catch up with my very first podcast guest! I share my journey to 100 episodes, how it all started and what I've learned along the way! Listen in and be inspired and encouraged to keep saying YES!

When you are speaking to your clients, through social media or emails or in your sales copy, are you using your real, authentic voice? Or are you faking it? Role playing? Are you super formal and weird and then wondering why no one is responding? Hmmm...could be that you are not being you. And that can get really awkward. Ask yourself, if you were your client, would you want to follow you, listen to you, buy from you? Uh oh. Maybe you are feeling convicted. It's okay! Better to realize it now than later! Listen in for some encouragement!

What thoughts are holding you back? Sue goes over some common limiting thoughts that entrepreneurs struggle with. Do any of these sound familiar to you? Listen in for some ways to take those thoughts captive and turn them around. You can set boundaries and take ownership of your own life today! Your thoughts are not the boss of you!

Are your thoughts keeping you stuck? Are you believing lies? Have you ever thought, "This is too hard" or "This is overwhelming" or "I can't start until I have more time or get more money"? Have you ever thought, "I'm not ready"? On this episode Sue talks about some common limiting thoughts and how to overcome them. Listen in and be inspired to START TODAY! Launch your dream business or passion project!

When you say "YES" to launching and growing a business, you say "YES" to launching and growing another level of YOU. When you come up against fear, overwhelm, and confusion in your business, you can work through it. This deep work will unleash the most authentic version of you and your business and personal life will explode with opportunity and abundance. Sue shares the Success Path she has created for her clients including mindset and marketing coaching and action steps. You are being invited to level up your entire life. Are you ready?

Sue interviews Kathy and Noble Gibbens, the founders of EQ for Entrepreneurs! After 20+ years of being in business, they were all too familiar with the entrepreneur’s 'emotional rollercoaster'! It wasn't until they learned about this thing called Emotional Intelligence (EQ) that they were finally able to get off the rollercoaster, and get the freedom they needed to move forward. Listen in as they share their story and give us all some strategies so we can experience our own breakthrough! You don't want to miss this conversation!

Have you struggled with marketing for your business? Is it a challenge for you to figure out who your ideal client is? Do you know what your client wants? On this episode, Sue talks about how to define your ideal client. And she goes deeper. She encourages you to think about your client's external need and their internal need. What does your client really, really want? Listen in to learn more so you can serve your client better and grow your business!

Are you waiting for permission? Do you have a business you dream of launching or a message you are ready to share? Do you know your purpose but you feel reluctant to take the first step? Are you like a horse at the gate just waiting for someone to give you permission to go for it? Sue talks about the way we struggle to move forward, the things that keep us stuck like fear and perfectionism, and she gives us all permission to say YES to our own dreams! It's time for you to step out in faith. Say YES!

Have you ever wondered if you should use Facebook Ads for your business? On this episode, Sue interviews Andrea Palten. Andrea is a business coach and marketing guide with 18 years of experience in marketing! In this conversation, she shares her expertise with us about Facebook Ads! If you are curious about Facebook Ads or if you need advice about where to begin, this episode is for you!

Sue asks, "What will your legacy be?" and challenges you to take ownership of your life and live with intention. Who in your life is influenced by you? What is your impact on them? How can you bless your family, your staff, your customers? It's time to build your legacy. Start today.

Are you stuck in limiting thoughts? Are you at a standstill in your business or your life because you think you are too old or not fit enough or you need more education or the tech stuff all has to be in place? It's time to get out of your own way! It's time to experiment and take chances! That's how you learn! On this episode Sue talks about limiting beliefs and encourages you to get going! Take action steps to move forward! It's not that deep. Just try stuff.

Do you have questions about Linked In!? We have answers! Ash Kennedy is on the podcast to share her expertise about Linked In. If you are wondering if you should be on there to market your business, the answer is a great big YES! Tune in to find out how to use Linked In to grow your business!