The Art & Business of Meditation

As a former Linkedin Executive and founder of Changing Work and Scott is at the intersection of the workplace and ancient wisdom traditions. In his most recent role at LinkedIn, Scott was the Head of Mindfulness and Compassion programs. He has been a pioneer in creating workplace mindfulness programs and advancing the discussion around compassion in the work context. His latest venture, Changing Work, seeks to curate the best practices of conscious business and make them more widely available. He is the author of the award-winning book "The Full Body Yes". In this episode, we explore how he is transforming the way we view work by integrating mindfulness and spiritual growth into professional responsibilities. We discuss his vision for creating conscious businesses, the importance of redefining success through small achievements, and the challenges he faced transitioning from LinkedIn to entrepreneurship. This conversation is full of practical insights for anyone looking to bring more meaning and fulfillment to their work. Takeaways: Understand the power of integrating spiritual growth with your career path for holistic success. Learn how to embrace conscious business practices that support all stakeholders in your organization. Explore the challenges and emotional experiences of transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. Redefine what success looks like by finding joy in small wins and everyday moments. Get details on Scott’s new community and collaborative projects that are focused on making a meaningful impact in the world. Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH SCOTT: Website: https://www.scottshute.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottshutephotos/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

In this solo episode, I share about the struggle many of us face. We have so many things we could be doing, but what things will be the bring the best return on Investment? How do we know when to work on what? In this episode you'll learn practical steps you can take when you're trying to figure out how to best use your time.  Takeaways include: How to navigate the double-edged sword of freedom and ambiguity. Learn to categorize your tasks to stay focused. Learn to approach goal setting with balance. How to enhance your work through spiritual practices. Why coaches for essential clarity. Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond  Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

Ron Reich is a sought after marketing strategist and consultant. A former lawyer, Ron has been selling online for over 15 years. After launching over 50 of his own products in a variety of niches, he later became the “secret weapon” behind many of the biggest names in the industry including Hay House Publishing, Todd Herman, Selena Soo, and Ryan Levesque. In this episode, Ron shares how meditation has been key to his financial success and how aligning internal fulfillment with external abundance creates a more fulfilling path. We discuss a wide range of topics surrounding money, sales, and making a living doing the work we love. You will learn: Learn meditation practices to create a positive relationship with money Understand how to break down large financial goals into daily tasks to see real progress Practical strategies to build a sustainable business Discover the key to building a thriving one-on-one coaching business. Learn to view sales as a service and proactively engage with your audience for more client bookings. Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH RON: Website: https://www.ronreich.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronald.reich.98 Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

Addie deHilster is a trained Mindfulness Meditation teacher and Mindful Movement specialist. She draws from her long-term experience practicing Buddhist Insight Meditation, as well as Yoga, Qigong, and Somatic movement modalities. Addie owned and operated a community yoga studio in Los Angeles for over 5 years, and she has taught accessible movement practices for students with challenges such as chronic pain, arthritis, cancer, and insomnia.  In this episode, Addie shares her story of closing her studio during the pandemic and how it led her to focus on teaching meditation and movement online. We also dive into effective ways to teach meditation to those struggling with stillness and explore Addie’s vision of serving underserved communities through mindfulness. Key takeaways:  Understand the emotional toll and growth opportunities of moving a yoga business online. Learn the key strategies for teaching meditation to people who find stillness challenging. Discover how creating a niche around underserved communities can set your mindfulness practice apart. Explore the importance of facilitating dialogue in meditation classes to help participants articulate their experiences. Find out about Addie’s upcoming mindful movement teacher training program starting October 19. Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH ADDIE: Website: https://movedtomeditate.yoga/ Podcast: https://movedtomeditate.yoga/podcast (and available on Apple, Spotify, etc) Mindful Movement Teacher Training: https://movedtomeditate.yoga/mmtt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addie_movedtomeditate/ Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/addie_dehilster Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

Rachel Anzalone is a dynamic force in the world of soul-aligned entrepreneurship. As an Advisor, Mentor and Satisfaction Strategist, Rachel pioneers the way for purpose driven entrepreneurs to expand their impact and profitability without sacrificing their health, happiness and well-being along the way. In this episode, Rachel shares insights on how to build a wellness business rooted in integrity and partnership. She emphasizes the shift from the transactional, profit-first mindset to a partnership-based approach, where both the business owner and the client thrive. Rachel also highlights the importance of focusing on long-term sustainability through meaningful relationships. Rachel shares personal stories about how these principles have shaped her entrepreneurial journey. How to align your business efforts with your True Mission Why profitability and purpose are not mutually exclusive. How financial abundance enables greater freedom and impact. How treating business relationships as partnerships increases sustainability. Strategies for crafting premium offers that align with your values and purpose. Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH RACHEL: Website: https://www.rachelanzalone.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelanzalone/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RachelMAnzalone Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

Ofir Yakobowicz is a highlevel business coach and founder of Straight Shot Ops. In this episode we explore common pitfalls in building a coaching business and how to navigate the challenges of starting a business.  We explore: Why manifestation doesn't work The key challenges of starting a coaching business. Why having a proven concept is crucial for success in coaching How to avoid common pitfalls when starting a coaching business Exploring the concept of "High Ticket" sales Running an effective sales call Tips for improving communication with clients Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH OFIR: Website: https://straightshotops.com/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

In this episode, Cyrus shares his transformative journey with ADHD and how mindfulness became a life-changing alternative to medication. He discusses how he turned his personal practice into a successful meditation business during the pandemic. Cyrus also touches on his rapid growth on TikTok, personal challenges, and the teachings that helped him navigate crises. You will learn: How mindfulness can be a powerful tool for managing ADHD. The steps Cyrus took to build a meditation business during the pandemic. Strategies for growing a social media following, particularly on TikTok. Insights from David Hawkins and Michael Singer on handling crises. The importance of consistency and achievable goals in teaching meditation Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH CYRUS: Website: https://www.thementallevel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thementallevel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMentalLevel Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thementallevel Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

Julie-Roxane Krikorian is a French-born medicine woman. She works as a guide & retreat facilitator as well as a women’s health practitioner and an herbalist. She’s been guiding individuals and groups since 2019. In 2019, she cofounded Wild Within, an organization running transformational retreats and educational containers with the aim of supporting the collective healing through reconnecting people to the wild nature of the world around them and inside of them. In this episode you will learn: Why most people struggle with calling themselves a leader Julie-Roxane's personal journey—how she transitioned from Parisian kitchens to becoming a guide and facilitator in my community The essence of Wild Leadership—the importance of reclaiming the word “leadership” and how true leadership is about embracing the unknown, rather than mastering the known. Why we need wild leaders today—and how stepping into this role is more important now than ever. More Info on Wild Within's Leadership Training: https://bit.ly/3XhjXFf Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ CONNECT WITH JULIE ROXANNE: Website: https://www.thewildwithin.org/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots - https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

In this solo episode, I explore three states of being that get in the way of what you want. I highly encourage you to listen to see if you're experiencing any of them and learn what to do instead. I'm rooting for you! Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond  Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots

In this solo episode I reflect on advice we often here in business, "Niche Down". I'll share why this is not the right advice for people like us who want to serve our purpose for decades to come. If you plan on doing the work you love for the long game, I hope you enjoy!   Learn how to script guided meditations in my free course, Meditation Script Mastery: https://courses.meditationcreators.com/courses/scriptuniquemeditations Ask me a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/louredmond CONNECT WITH LOU Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louredmond_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lou-redmond  Work with me as your coach: https://louredmond.com/coaching-1 Visit my website: http://louredmond.com/ Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots