Earn Your Happy

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Finding the positive in what is going on right now Understanding different communication styles Not overlooking irritants   Resources: Learn more: The Bliss Project Learn more: eventluv.com Read: A Tribe Called Bliss Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We have some weird circumstances in the world right now, but one thing I’m good at is keeping things light and silly… and I think we need some of that right now! Let’s take some time to answer your questions with a bit of levity.   Question #1: @al.lanz How did you learn to use different types of communication with different types of situations?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Creating a structure and then adjusting it until it works Having a family meeting Taking a break Avoiding falling down a news rabbit hole but staying informed Showing up for yourself Manufacturing appointments Talk to yourself positively Resources: theblissproject.info fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We’re going to talk about ROUTINE. Let’s be honest about the state of things right now: Kids (for those who have them) are forced to stay at home, parents are all working from home, and there’s a lot of stress involved with all of this change. And that stress can be squashed by having a good, solid routine.  

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Focusing on self-care Putting aside your ego and trusting your team Aligning yourself with your mission Impacting others by telling your story Balancing work life and health Making art for yourself   Resources: Learn more: https://impacttheory.com/ Listen: impacttheory.com/women-of-impact Instagram: instagram.com/lisabilyeu The Bliss Project Show Notes: Lisa Bilyeu is one of those women who completely inspires me all the time. She is the co-founder and president of Impact Theory, a digital media production company focused on empowering content. As if that weren’t enough, she co-founded the billion-dollar brand Quest Nutrition and she hosts the podcast Women of Impact, which she interviewed me on, and it was such an incredible experience. You are going to love this interview.   Question Highlights: What was 2019’s lesson for you, and what do you think that lesson is going to be for 2020? How do you build trust and lean into utilizing or creating your support system? Why is Women of Impact such a passion for you? Can you share your experience of growing companies and balancing going full throttle and your health? Were you always able to draw? What are your future projects and ambitions?   Guest Bio: Lisa Bilyeu is the co-founder and president of Impact Theory, a digital media production company focused on empowering content. In addition to co-founding Impact Theory, she co-founded the billion-dollar brand, Quest Nutrition, 9 years ago. Her career trajectory has been an astonishing arc from housewife to entrepreneur and transforming her business focus from nutrition to entertainment media. And now jumping in front of the camera, Lisa hosts the show, "Women of Impact," that centers on all things female empowerment.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What I am going to be focusing on at this moment Focusing on happiness What you can do in turbulent, trying times Resources: Learn more: eventluv.com Learn more: The Bliss Project Read: A Tribe Called Bliss Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: I hope that I can be a glimmer of sunshine in today’s current climate. We are all in this together, and what we focus on during turbulent times will create our life and our experience during all of this. This is all about managing our mindsets, our thoughts, and our energy. Stay safe and be well.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How to get over your fear How to say yes (and when to say no) The difference between fear and resistance   Resources: Learn more: The Bliss Project Learn more: eventluv.com Read: A Tribe Called Bliss Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: In this week’s episode of Questionably Awesome, Evans and I record remotely while practicing social distancing!   Question #1: @cbello4410 Fear holds me back, in my comfort zone.  How do I get past it and finally live the life I want?   Question #2: @ecbg_studio I say yes to every opportunity because I want to, but also because of FOMO.  How do I handle doing the things I want to do without overdoing it and depleting my energy? I'm afraid other people will get opportunities over me.   Question #3: @jpaola98 What's the difference between fear and resistance?  How do you identify and move past them?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Staying informed without getting overwhelmed Not letting the drama or fear paralyze you The law of attraction Staying solution-based Resources: theblissproject.info Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We are talking about distractions. It is what stops people from everything. All of the clutter in your life is stopping you from moving forward and giving attention to what is most important. Whether it’s the coronavirus or the elections, it’s important to stay informed while keeping in mind what you can and can’t do.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How growth leads to discomfort Changing your relationship with failure Choosing how to utilize your time when you’re unhappy Bringing your partner along on your growth journey Understanding why you are in the place you are in Auditing your inner circle Practicing radical candor in your personal and professional life Accepting anything that comes up Writing a book Resources: Learn more: thehollisco.com Read: Get Out Of Your Own Way LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-hollis-b5a48671 Show Notes: I’ve already had a chance to talk with Rachel Hollis on the show, but today I get to talk with the other half, Dave Hollis. It is so fun getting both perspectives when talking to someone about their business and life. His new book, Get Out Of Your Own Way, is all about finding a path to growth and fulfillment when you may be skeptical about the practicality of it. We dive deep into how growth leads to discomfort, getting familiar with failure, and growing along with your partner.   Question Highlights: Do you still get uncomfortable? What do you say to people who have serious concerns and fears around failure? What would you say to someone who doesn’t know if their partner is right for their personal development journey? What are the things that you want to say to people about what it actually takes? How do you make spaces to have private conversations? What do you do to accept anything that comes up? What are the things that came up when you wrote your book?   Guest Bio: Dave Hollis serves as the CEO of The Hollis Company where he chases audacious dreams with his partner and CCO, the extraordinary NY Times Best-Selling author, motivational speaker, and world-changer Rachel Hollis. The Hollis Company is built around the belief that everybody is made for more. It exists to arm people from every background with the tools to change their life for the better. Our content is a mix of encouragement, authentic truth-telling and tangible direction to make lasting change. We create tools and foster community to help people grow in their relationships, businesses, sense of self, and opportunities to impact others. The Hollis Co measures success in impact: how can the media, live events, and merchandise we produce create real and lasting life change? The company lives in these lanes and it’s where the family of existing brands will continue to thrive. Outside of The Hollis Co, Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and sits on the membership committee, serves on an innovation board called Fandango Labs, as well as the board of Will Rogers Motion Pictures Pioneers, the board of foster care charity Austin Angels and the board of Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media and Culture. Dave believes in the importance of variety in a career as a prerequisite for considering any candidate -- his myriad jobs in Research, Publicity, Talent Management, Grassroots Marketing, Brand Management, Retail Strategy, Technology Innovation, and Sales has rounded his expertise and affords an informed, solution-oriented macro view of any business. Dave is the father of four children, an adoptive father, and four-time foster dad. As a family, the Hollis’ support philanthropy in the foster care and the teen/transitional homelessness space. They live and operate their business out of Austin, TX.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Getting yourself out there Showing up as a leader Not being afraid of sounding stupid Standing up for yourself Failure is progress   Resources: Learn more: eventluv.com Learn more: The Bliss Project Read: A Tribe Called Bliss Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: When I was trying to get my message out in the world, I felt like I wasn’t being seen by people. I kept waiting to be chosen by someone — fitness magazine editors, publishers, or influencers — and what I didn’t realize is that I wasn’t making myself as visible to get that recognition myself. You need to stand up for yourself and take accountability for making yourself heard. What are you doing to be visible?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Pushing through the fear Telling people your vision to hold you accountable Letting go of the things and people holding you back   Resources: Learn more: The Bliss Project Learn more: eventluv.com Read: A Tribe Called Bliss Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: Welcome to Questionably Awesome! Evans and I answer your questions about pushing through fear and how to resist letting go.   Question #1: @itsmvsilly How do you keep pushing through, even when fear is holding you back?   Question #2: @cbello4410 I've been resisting letting things and people go, will life change when I let it go and be free?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Adding value to others Creating events How you uplevel your customers   Resources: theblissproject.info Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: We’re back with another he said, she said, giving you both Chris’ and my perspective on a topic. Today, we’re going to talk about how you can uplevel your tribe, both the people around you and your customer base.