"Mindset2Results" with Elena Apalkova

In this episode, Elena Apalkova and John Hewitt discuss the crucial role of listening in personal and professional growth. They explore two types of listening and delve into the art of effective listening, emphasizing its importance in leadership and valuing diverse opinions. The conversation highlights the difference between perception and reality in communication and the skill of responding thoughtfully. They also discuss how effective listening can aid in building relationships and leaving a positive impression. The episode concludes with expressions of gratitude to John Hewitt for his insights. (0:00) Introduction of John Hewitt and importance of listening for growth (1:57) Two types of listening and the art of effective listening (6:07) Leadership and the value of diverse opinions (9:26) Perception vs. reality in communication (14:32) The art of responding thoughtfully (20:07) Building relationships and leaving a positive impression (23:34) Conclusion and gratitude to John Hewitt

In this episode, Elena Apalkova welcomes Shuang Min Chang to discuss achieving success without sacrifices. Shuang shares her career journey and the pivotal realization that led her to make significant changes. The conversation explores the steps involved in transitioning careers, including overcoming fear and doubt. Shuang offers practical steps and techniques for turning dreams into reality, providing listeners with actionable insights. The episode concludes with Shuang's final advice and inspirational thoughts, encouraging listeners to pursue their aspirations with confidence and clarity. (0:00) Introduction of guest and topic: Shuang Min Chang on success without sacrifices (2:11) Shuang Min Chang's career journey and realization leading to change (7:34) Transitioning careers: Steps, overcoming fear, and doubt (13:33) Turning dreams into reality: Practical steps and techniques (20:47) Final advice and inspirational thoughts

In this episode, Elena Apalkova and David Roberts delve into mental health challenges and strategies for addressing overwhelm. They discuss the impact of early conditioning and emotional suppression, emphasizing the importance of community support. Elena shares her personal journey with managing expectations and stress, highlighting the value of authenticity and overcoming limiting beliefs. Lessons learned from these experiences are shared, providing listeners with insights into personal growth and resilience. The episode concludes with closing remarks and an invitation to join the weekly show for continued exploration of these crucial topics. (0:00) Introduction and greetings (0:39) Mental health challenges and addressing overwhelm (4:53) Early conditioning, emotional suppression, and community support (10:23) Elena's personal journey with expectations and stress (13:44) Authenticity, overcoming limiting beliefs, and learning lessons (20:08) Closing remarks and invitation to weekly show

In this episode, Elena Apalkova welcomes Pete Marroni, who shares his compelling health journey and early challenges that underscore the importance of health for entrepreneurs. Pete discusses his turning point towards a passion for biochemistry and the role of epigenetics in his transition to a wellness focus. The conversation highlights key health pillars such as sleep, nutrition, and nature, and introduces PEMF, Optimal Hydration, and PenFit technology. Pete elaborates on his personal health transformation and the science behind PEMF, touching on mindset, aging, and various PEMF devices. The episode concludes with ways to connect with Pete and explore PenFit. (0:00) Introduction of guest Pete Maroni and his health journey (1:13) Pete's early health challenges and the importance for entrepreneurs (6:22) Pete's turning point and passion for biochemistry (10:32) Epigenetics and transition to a wellness focus (16:01) Key pillars for maintaining health: Sleep, nutrition, and nature (25:57) Introduction to PEMF, Optimal Hydration, and PenFit technology (30:05) Pete's personal health transformation and the science of PEMF (38:13) Mindset, aging, and the variety of PEMF devices (47:05) Connecting with Pete and PenFit

In this episode, Elena Apalkova is joined by Phil Masielo to explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship and brand growth. Phil shares valuable insights on effective branding strategies and the importance of building strong customer relationships. The discussion highlights techniques for differentiating and making a brand stand out in a competitive market. Phil emphasizes the necessity of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and provides guidance on overcoming common obstacles faced by entrepreneurs. The conversation wraps up with final advice on the critical role of mentorship in achieving business success. (0:00) Introduction of Phil Massiello and today's topic (5:49) Insights on entrepreneurship and brand growth (17:01) Branding strategies and customer relationship building (23:08) Differentiating and making your brand noticeable (28:56) Entrepreneurial mindset and overcoming obstacles (37:20) Final advice and the importance of mentorship

In this episode, Elena Apalkova chats with Dr. Rochel Marie Lawson about achieving life balance through meditation and Ayurveda. They discuss understanding one's essence, harnessing imagination, and the roles of dreamers in innovation. Key topics include the law of attraction, setting intentions, and aligning with personal goals. They also address societal pressures and the importance of imagination in education and business. The episode highlights mental visualization techniques, support groups, and collective creativity, concluding with reflections on Ayurveda and ideas for a global women's club. (0:00) Introduction and technical difficulties (6:28) Official start and guest introduction: Dr. Rochel Marie Lawson (8:01) Dr. Lawson's journey and the importance of balance in life (15:02) Meditation and Ayurveda for balance and well-being (23:39) Understanding your unique essence and the power of imagination (31:01) Dreamers, innovation, and becoming your future self (33:54) Law of attraction, setting intentions, and the law of vibration (40:27) Aligning frequencies with goals and the importance of pursuing dreams (45:38) Societal pressures, encouraging imagination in education and companies (55:00) Mental visualization techniques in athletics and personal reflections (57:00) Support groups and the power of collective creativity (59:42) Detaching from reality to create new possibilities (1:00:17) Closing thoughts on Ayurveda and future collaboration ideas (1:01:21) Visualization of a global women’s club and episode wrap-up (1:02:00) Closing remarks and next episode teaser

In this episode, Elena Apalkova is joined by Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio to explore effective leadership, drawing inspiration from the character Ted Lasso. They discuss leadership lessons and servant leadership themes from Ted Lasso, emphasizing the importance of aligning business with core values and fostering a positive company culture. The conversation highlights recognizing and developing team strengths, practical applications of Ted Lasso's principles in business, and the role of listening, curiosity, and communication. They delve into self-leadership, emotional intelligence, and empathy's impact on leadership. The episode concludes with insights on resilience, embracing change, and trusting the process. (0:00) Introduction to the episode and guests (0:20) Overview of the episode's topic: Effective leadership and inspiration from Ted Lasso (3:20) Leadership lessons from Ted Lasso and servant leadership themes (5:08) Aligning business with core values and creating company culture (7:23) Recognizing and developing team members' strengths influenced by Ted Lasso (9:57) Practical application of Ted Lasso's principles in business with examples (11:31) Listening, curiosity, and communication in leadership (15:06) Building small business culture and personal operating systems (18:59) Self-leadership and different leadership styles (22:12) Attitude, emotional intelligence, and adaptability in leadership (24:37) Steps to improve empathy and its impact on leadership (27:33) Celebrating small wins and the importance of a supportive network (29:04) Techniques to create empathy through personal reflection (33:12) Building resilience and taking risks as a leader (35:45) Pre-mortem strategy and detaching from the current situation for resilience (37:37) Embracing discomfort, change, and trusting the process (39:23) Final thoughts and advice from guests (40:04) Closing remarks

In this episode, Elena Apalkova welcomes Christoffel Sneijders to delve into the intricacies of goal achievement and decision-making. Christoffel introduces the three brain theory, explaining why people often struggle to follow through on goals. They explore the gap between knowing and doing, using Arnold Schwarzenegger's success as a case study. The discussion covers overcoming limiting beliefs, energy allocation, and the impact of primal beliefs, intuition, and subconscious influences on our decisions. Christoffel shares insights into identifying personal blocks and understanding the role of the three brains in effective decision making. The episode wraps up with a discussion of Christoffel's book and his future plans. (0:00) Introduction and background of Christofel Schneider (3:00) Why people don't follow through on their goals and the three brain theory (10:07) Bridging the gap between knowing and doing (14:52) Case study: Arnold Schwarzenegger's success principles (18:13) Overcoming limiting beliefs and energy allocation (22:13) Primal beliefs, intuition, and subconscious influences (28:00) Decision making and identifying personal blocks (31:22) In-depth understanding of beliefs and decision-making processes (37:40) The role of the three brains in effective decision making (38:22) Christoffel Schneider's book discussion and future plans

In this episode, Elena Apalkova is joined by Karen Rudolf, a transformational coach, to explore the journey of personal growth and self-management. They discuss the significance of self-awareness and attitude shifts in achieving transformation. Karen introduces the Butterfly technique and Clarity tool as effective methods for personal development. The conversation also delves into recognizing and addressing burnout, emphasizing the importance of health, gratitude, and stress prevention. The episode concludes with insights on maintaining well-being and fostering a positive mindset. (0:00) Introduction of Karen Rudolph and transformational coaching (2:05) Self-management, awareness, and attitude shifts (6:05) Tools and techniques for personal growth (9:04) Butterfly technique and Clarity tool introduction (16:51) Recognizing and addressing burnout (21:03) Final thoughts on health, gratitude, and stress prevention

In this episode, Elena Apalkova is joined by Shelly Kino to delve into the topic of anxiety in business. They discuss understanding and managing anxiety triggers and emphasize the importance of empathy. The conversation covers strategies for managing future-focused anxiety, time management, and the role of willpower in controlling the mind. They explore accepting imperfections, preventing burnout, and setting personal goals. Shelly shares insights on journaling, gratitude, and learning from failures. The episode also addresses decision-making from a place of calm, handling impulse buys, marketing pressures, and overcoming information overload. The episode concludes with Shelly's final advice. (0:00) Introduction with guest Shelly Kino on anxiety in business (4:30) Understanding and managing anxiety triggers (7:41) Strategies for managing anxiety and the importance of empathy (19:30) Techniques for managing future-focused anxiety and time management (27:05) Controlling the mind with willpower and focus (31:07) Accepting imperfections and preventing burnout (36:05) Setting personal goals and finding guidance (38:36) Journaling, gratitude, and learning from failures (42:21) Decision-making from a place of calm (46:25) Handling impulse buys and marketing pressures (49:03) Overcoming information overload (51:41) Final advice and closing remarks