Not too long after Elise Russell's "Jerry McGuire moment," she realized she should've prepared herself better before leaving the safety of her corporate job to start her own thing. Ironically, those kinds of rookie mistakes make her such an authentic, relatable, and reliable character: everything she shares comes from valuable lessons learned the hard way.

In today's episode, you'll have some answers for that inner whisper that keeps asking you: when are we starting our own business? Because Elise Russell, Founder of Pony Friday shares the wins and oops of her journey into entrepreneurship. Elise is a quick-witted speaker, creative director, award-winning copywriter, and author known for her bright ideas, work ethic, attention to detail, and sass.

She is also the creator of the creative community, Kiss My Pony, the anti-social social media, or to put it in her words, a social media for creative introverts. Her book, Behave Boldly, is a frank, funny, and honest warts-in-all text that inspires its readers to chase their dreams, regardless of how big they are.

Throughout our conversation, you'll hear about Elise's adventure into entrepreneurship, her "Jerry McGuire moment," and the things she would do differently if she had to do everything again. Elise also talks about her experiences overcoming self-doubt and perfectionism, and the role resilience and emotional intelligence played in her entrepreneurial journey.

Elise also gave tips for building a strong personal brand, explained why learning to sell a solution isn't enough, shared her thoughts on retirement, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 164 of the Joy Found Here and prepare yourself to chase your dreams, regardless of how big they are.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Elise shares Pony Friday's origin story (4:40)
• What mindset is the right mindset to let corporate life go (10:00)
• What is Kiss My Pony and how did Elise come up with the idea of creating it (17:10)
• Our brand is there to speak for us when we are not around (24:50)
• Kiss My Pony, the anti-social social media for introvert creatives (32:00)
• Two things happen after you write a book (35:00)

Connect with Elise Russell:

• LinkedIn
• Pony Friday
• Kiss My Pony
• Book: Elise Russell - Behave Boldly: Your Dreams Won't Chase Themselves

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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When was the last time you took your inner child to the park?

In today's episode, I'm joined by Jonna Watson, School Psychologist, Momma bear of four, Podcaster, and children's book Author. Despite her innate love for crafting stories and participating in countless writing competitions as a child, Jonna sank into the endless to-do lists of adulthood and simply stopped writing. After much self-development and healing, Jonna brought back her old self, unearthed her writing habits, and reconnected with her inner child.

Throughout this episode, you'll hear about Jonna's healing journey, her work to reconnect with her inner child, and her passion for teaching social concepts to kids through her books. You'll also hear Jonna's thoughts on the power of creative expression as a teaching tool, the intentional use of our time, and the importance of being mindful of our limits and boundaries.

Additionally, Jonna talks about her books, the stories in her personal life that inspired them, connecting with our five senses to disconnect from stressors, the importance of giving ourselves permission to fail and be messy, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 163 of the Joy Found Here and learn why allowing your inner child to come out and dictate the pace sometimes is all you need.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Jonna's healing journey (4:50)
• Why Jonna stopped writing and what made her get back to it (8:20)
• Connecting with your 5 senses to disconnect from stressors (13:30)
• The fascinating story that inspired Ruby the Rubberband (21:00)
• Jonna talks about the birth of "5 Minute Inner Child," her podcast (32:20)
• Jonna shares her thoughts on being intentional with our time (34:40)

Connect with Jonna Watson:

• Instagram
• Listen to the 5 Minute Inner Child podcast
• Book: Jonna Watson - Ruby the Rubberband Learns Her Limits: A Case of Being Too Stretchy
• Book: Jonna Watson - A Great Lake's Tale: Superior Learns She's Part of the Flow

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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One of the things that makes imposter syndrome so tricky is to make you believe you are the only one feeling that way. Even the most accomplished person you know, most likely second-guessed themselves and asked if not hundreds, thousands of times: am I good enough?

If you have anything important to say to your imposter syndrome, you better do it today because, after today's episode, you might not see it again. I'm joined by the inspiring Sheila Buswell, CEO and co-founder of Buswell Biomedical, US Army Veteran, and author of "Is this Seat for Me?: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business."

Throughout this episode, you'll hear about Sheila's journey from a medical discharge from the US Army to inventing a solution for those needing daily care. You'll also hear about the human tendency to make everything about us and how to deal with it, practical tips and advice to make imposter syndrome part of your past, and how to stop shoulding all over yourself.

Additionally, Sheila talks about the spark that ignited her entrepreneurial side, the story behind her book, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 162 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about Sheila's inspiring story and get the tools you need to recognize and nurture your strengths and overcome imposter syndrome.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• A bit about Sheila, anywhere she'd like to start (1:40)
• Don't compare yourself to others (7:00)
• Why you must stop shoulding all over yourself (11:10)
• A bouquet needs all kinds of flowers (16:00)
• How to talk yourself out of negative self-talk (22:30)
• Asking the real questions: Would this matter in a year? (27:20)

Connect with Sheila Buswell:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Book: Sheila Buswell - Is This Seat for Me?: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business
• Buswell Biomedical

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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