Slay The Gatekeeper

In this engaging conversation, Eleanor Lee, a master friend-maker and advocate for adult relationships, shares her secrets to forging connections. She discusses how to navigate rejection and the importance of adjusting expectations around friendships. Eleanor highlights hosting as a fun way to meet new people and emphasizes sharing knowledge as a friendship starter. Plus, she offers essential tips for brand building in business. This chat is packed with inspiration for building a supportive friend network and launching your creative ventures!

When it comes to building a personal brand, we have to portray ourselves in a particular way: expert, authentic, personal, energetic, etc.  But this sometimes leaves out the stickier details: what we struggle with, difficulties we had to face, all the moments we questioned ourselves. So today, I’m pulling back the curtain. I’m laying out my backstory for you, good, bad, and uncomfortable. I’m covering a cheerleading career, my mental breakdown, my yoga mat business, and the way I eventually had to re-evaluate some of my strongest held beliefs. I’m not holding back, and I hope it’s encouraging that you can both achieve your goals no matter how crazy it seems, and that you can overcome huge setbacks even when they challenge everything you thought you knew. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro  [01:08] Courtney’s early life and moves from Minnesota to Texas [05:36] Courtney’s cheerleading ambitions and her life as she strived to reach her goals [14:54] The crisis that forced Courtney to step back from cheerleading [19:00] How Courtney started her pivot toward marketing and the corporate jobs she worked [23:09] Courtney’s first foray into owning her own business [29:00] How Courtney continued to branch out in her businesses through AirBnB and consulting [31:58] How Courtney started building her personal brand on TikTok [34:50] Why (and how) Courtney started her online business [40:03] What’s next for Courtney Hang out with me and get access to everything you need to crush it in your career on my Patreon. Join now for access to dozens of tutorials, tips, resources, and subscriber-only podcasts for only $10 a month! Links Join the next LinkedIn cohort! Get my Free LinkedIn profile guide! Get my LinkedIn Training Course!

Today’s guest calls herself “anti-feminist.” Before you throw your Airpods across the room, stick with me.  This conversation isn’t about denigrating women – it’s the exact opposite. Instead of encouraging women to play the masculine game, Morgan May wants women to embrace their feminine power and use it to their advantage. In this episode, Morgan and I chat about all things feminine power: how to tap into it, what’s keeping us from using it, why society discourages us from using our feminine power, and how all of this can give us a leg up when it comes to business. This is one conversation you cannot miss. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro  [00:33] The unconventional investment in herself that helped Courtney jumpstart her career [06:00] How leaning into your feminine power can benefit your career [11:57] Why understanding and reclaiming your cycle can help you tap into your feminine energy [15:47] The scientific data that proving how powerful feminine energy can be [22:29] An invitation to take a look at the tools in your life – and consider whether or not they still serve you [29:38] Why it’s time to start thinking about yourself the way you think about your business Hang out with me and get access to everything you need to crush it in your career on my Patreon. Join now for access to dozens of tutorials, tips, resources, and subscriber-only podcasts for only $10 a month! Connect with Morgan Visit Morgan’s website Follow Morgan on TikTok Follow Morgan on Instagram Connect with Courtney Courses Newsletter TikTok ⁠⁠  Linkedin ⁠  Instagram  Twitter ⁠⁠ YouTube

Explore the untapped potential of digital products and how they can transform your online presence. Learn how to identify potential products you might already have and discover the best platforms to launch them. Uncover the advantages of creating a free digital product to boost your business. Get motivated with practical tips and personal success stories designed to inspire you to jumpstart your journey. It's the perfect guide to move from concept to creation!

When I first met Vision, I wasn’t sure about him or his “games.” I was a serious career girl who didn’t have time for that stuff. But Vision’s games aren’t about child’s play – they’re a powerful tool for exploring the life you actually want for yourself, and then turning it into reality. Today on the podcast, Vision is un-gatekeeping manifestation for us, as he explains how our minds and the words we use can shape our reality, how to explore a reality we actually enjoy, and why we’re probably overlooking some really basic manifestation cheat codes at our fingertips. If you’ve wanted to make a change and just can’t figure out how to take that next step, you need to listen to this episode today. Plus, a big thanks to Simmer for sponsoring this episode! Never ask “What’s for dinner?!” again with Simmer! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro  [01:54] How “games” can help us begin the process of manifesting [06:39] How our mindset creates the distinction between work and play [15:30] How changing the language we use in certain situations can empower us (or have the opposite effect) [21:10] How to start actualizing your dreams right now [27:48] Why using a calendar is one of the biggest and most obvious cheat codes for manifestation (and why you’re probably not using it to its full potential right now) [31:22] Why you should never underestimate the power of changing your language Hang out with me and get access to everything you need to crush it in your career on my Patreon. Join now for access to dozens of tutorials, tips, resources, and subscriber-only podcasts for only $10 a month! Connect with Vision Visit the IAR website Connect with Courtney Courses Newsletter TikTok ⁠⁠  Linkedin ⁠  Instagram  Twitter ⁠⁠ YouTube

We’re back, and we’re still talking about the most boring social platform in the world: LinkedIn. You read that right. LinkedIn is boring. It is cringe.  And that’s why there’s so much opportunity there, because you just need to be better than the baseline. You just need to show up as yourself, because most people aren’t. So today, I’m picking up where we left off last week and giving you all my LinkedIn cheat codes for building your audience and connecting with potential clients and customers. It’s all about being willing to put yourself out there and take up space!  If you’ve been avoiding posting on LinkedIn, now is the time to take advantage of this underutilized platform. Plus, a big thanks to Simmer for sponsoring this episode! Never ask “What’s for dinner?!” again with Simmer! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro  [01:32] How to grow your LinkedIn audience (and the magic number you should be shooting for) [05:48] DOs and DON’Ts for sending messages on LinkedIn [08:14] Why commenting is a powerful tool for getting noticed on LinkedIn [10:59] The many possibilities LinkedIn can open up for you [14:50] The permission you need to post on LinkedIn as an export and thought leader, right now Hang out with me and get access to everything you need to crush it in your career on my Patreon. Join now for access to dozens of tutorials, tips, resources, and subscriber-only podcasts for only $10 a month! Links Join the next LinkedIn cohort! Get my Free LinkedIn profile guide! Get my LinkedIn Training Course!

Dive into the world of LinkedIn, a platform often overlooked due to its cringe factor. Discover why it's ripe with untapped opportunities and how to stand out by optimizing your profile. Learn the keys to branding yourself as a thought leader and the types of content that engage audiences effectively. Plus, uncover what NOT to post to keep your profile polished. If you've been shying away from LinkedIn, this is the motivation you need to dive in and make your mark!

Discover the personal cheat codes for mastering TikTok and standing out online. Learn how to push past your comfort zone to create content that resonates with your audience's aspirations. Find out why bad content is still more beneficial than inaction, and unlock the keys to consistency in your posting habits. Embrace creativity by presenting your ideas in fresh ways and honoring your inspirations. Get ready to transform your digital presence!

Laila Shaikley makes her own luck, not with influence or money or connections, but with sheer persistence. And she’s here today to share how that persistence and willingness to put herself on cringe mountain has opened up one opportunity for another for her – and why it’ll do the same for you. If you’ve ever felt the twinge of imposter syndrome or talked yourself out of opportunities because you felt “unqualified,” you need this conversation. What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro  [02:00] Why building your personal brand is a chance for you to share your own cheat codes and share your expertise [04:00] Why parenting and leadership require many of the same skills [09:00] How you can create your own luck through persistence [16:00] What you can do to stand out at interviews [25:00] How you should guide your own narrative during the interview process [30:00] Why you should apply for jobs you’re underqualified for [38:00] The cheat code to reading more books [43:00] How to fight fear through problem solving and innovation Hang out with me and get access to everything you need to crush it in your career on my Patreon. Join now for access to dozens of tutorials, tips, resources, and subscriber-only podcasts for only $10 a month! Connect with Layla Shaikley Instagram LinkedIn Podcast TikTok Threads Wise Systems Connect with Courtney Courses Newsletter TikTok ⁠⁠  Linkedin ⁠  Instagram  Twitter ⁠⁠ YouTube

Angelina Lawton, an entrepreneur and CEO, is a trailblazer for women in sports and finance. She shares the importance of cultivating a powerful network and the impact of a strong personal brand. Lawton emphasizes the necessity of an online presence and encourages women to confidently claim their space in tech. With practical tips on time management and effective collaboration, she inspires aspiring female entrepreneurs to be bold in their career journeys, break down barriers, and thrive in traditionally male-dominated fields.