Powerhouse Women

We talk a lot in the Powerhouse Women community about getting OUT of your own way and into action around your big ideas and dreams. But how do you ACTUALLY do that, especially in the face of the inevitable fear, self-doubt, and resistance that comes along with it? In this episode we talk about: What accountability is and how it can help you keep your promises to yourself. Why knowing yourself and how you're wired is key to creating the right kind of accountability. Ideas for how to hold yourself accountable this year! Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity www.powerhousewomen.co

If you have felt that little nudge that there is MORE for you, you may be in a place where you're asking yourself, "ok, but what does MORE look like for me? What's my purpose?" Today I'm chatting with Quinn Tempest about how purpose is actually something we can CREATE. Quinn has made it her mission (and her business) to help entrepreneurs and small business owners uncover their unique purpose and bring it to life in everything they do in their business - both online and off. In this episode we talk about: That purpose is something we create, not something we just "arrive" at or discover What the ongoing journey of your evolving purpose looks like, and the importance of taking action Self-reflection questions to ask yourself as you begin a new year, to make sure your life is aligned with your purpose Connect with Quinn: instagram.com/quinn.tempest www.quinntempest.com Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity www.powerhousewomen.co

Today I'm sharing one of the biggest secrets to success - being a part of mastermind groups. I've been a part of both formal and informal mastermind groups for years and they have seriously helped to accelerate both my personal and professional growth. But what IS a mastermind, and how do you know if joining one is right for you? Today I'll break down my experience and share three of the biggest things I've gained from "masterminding" ...not sure if that's really a word, but it is now. In this episode you will learn: The difference between a formal (paid) and an informal mastermind Key questions to ask yourself before joining a paid mastermind How to start your own informal mastermind if you're not ready to invest in one yet Resources mentioned: Zoom (free webinar conferencing service) - www.zoom.us A Tribe Called Bliss book by Lori Harder - link Let's be friends! www.instagram.com/powerhouse_women www.facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity www.powerhousewomen.co

SHOW NOTES: A brand new year is upon us and I have an important question for you - do you have a vision for what you want the next year to look like? What about for the next 5 years? I'm not just talking about a vision board with photos of places you want to travel and cars you want to drive - do you have a vision for the kind of LIFE you want to live. Carey Conley is a speaker/author and known as the Vision Expert. She has now co-authored a book entitled "Keep Looking Up: Transforming Grief into Hope After Tragedy with her daughter, Laurel Wilson. Together they are spreading the message of hope through adversity, and why having a vision for life is everything. Connect with Carey: www.careyconley.com Connect with the Powerhouse Women community: instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

I know that this community is full of BIG dreamers who have BIG plans for 2020, and in order to achieve those big plans, it's probably going to require YOU to grow in the process. the resistance that comes along with leveling up can feel super uncomfortable But I've learned that the fastest way through discomfort and resistance isn't to run from it, it's to lean IN. In this episode we talk about: What I learned about personal growth from my childhood obsession with Super Mario How avoiding resistance doesn't actually feel better Choosing the path that has a potential reward on the other side Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

I believe that the most successful people on the planet all prioritize wellness as part of their life. It's especially important for those of us building businesses or passion projects to take care of the vehicle (our body!) that allows us to fulfill our purpose. I met our guest today at a conference a little over a year ago, and after hearing her inspiring story I knew I had to invite her to share it with all of YOU on the podcast. Brianna Bernard is a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach & Mindset Mentor who lost over 100 pounds in one year! Her story has been featured in People Magazine, Good Morning America and most recently, the cover of TRAIN for Her magazine. Today we're chatting about the MINDSET shift that helped her create results in her health & fitness journey, and how it can help YOU create results in ANY area of life. In this episode we talk about: The mindset shifts that led to Brianna losing over 100 lbs The importance of investing in yourself and your dreams Three simple wellness habits for the happiest and healthiest year ever! Connect with Brianna! instagram.com/briannabernardfitness https://briannabernardfitness.com (Use the code: POWERHOUSE at checkout to save 10% on any program!) Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

When I look back at 2019, some of my favorite things that happened within Powerhouse Women weren't even on my radar a year ago. I've learned that yes, having a vision and a plan for your life and business is great, but some of the BEST surprises come when you leave a little space in your plans for MAGIC. Today I'm sharing some of the biggest highlights from Powerhouse Women in 2019 - and more than a few of them were NOT part of our original plan for this year...when I say "leave room for magic" I'm speaking from personal experience! In this episode we talk about: How to create physical space in your calendar, and emotional space in your mind, so that you have room for new creative ideas to come through Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Ashley Pardo is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner and business coach. Her journey began when she left her steady job in Human Resources and got her Masters in Food Studies. She created and ran her own business as a private chef and nutrition educator for seven years. Ashley now teaches others how to cook in her online cooking school, Quick Fire Kitchen, and coaches women on how to build a positive relationship with food, and how to build a successful wellness business they love. In this episode we talk about: How to work within the way you're wired, and that you don't have to become someone else to be successful in business The fact that being good at sales is NOT a personality type, it's a skill that can be learned Some easy tips for how to be more confident in selling your products and services Connect with Ashley! instagram.com/ashleykpardo Free Training - Business for Introverts Free cooking download Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

2019 has been such an exciting year for Powerhouse Women! It has also been filled with a lot of big lessons--lessons that I think relate to all of us regardless of what kind of big idea or dream we are chasing. In this episode we talk about: Why it's important to regularly do a time audit How to carve out more time to focus on the things you're best at The best investments I made this year to grow myself and my business Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Have you ever let a challenge or a difficult experience in your life start to define WHO you are and how you see yourself? Our guest today knows a thing or two about that, and she's now sharing her story in the bestselling book "New Again" in hopes of helping others find new perspective on life, and the inevitable challenges that come with it. At the peak of the recession, Andy Ptacek co-founded a marketing company. 10 years and a thriving business later, Andy was diagnosed with brain cancer--what her first doctor called "IN-OPERABLE" brain cancer--at just 32 years old with 2 little boys at home. Understandably, It rocked everything. First, in a scary way. Then, in a grateful way. The journey was agonizing at times, but perspective taught her that she wasn't damaged. The experience actually grew her self-awareness, her ability to love, her patience, her worldview, and her faith. The "old Andy" had grown into something new –something better– and she believes we all are capable of this, even without a massively traumatic experience to shake us awake. In this episode we talk about: Choosing to pivot and why Andy started a business in the middle of a recession What Andy's battle with brain cancer taught her about priorities and gratitude Learning to be "new again" after a traumatic experience Connect with Andy! instagram.com/andythenewgirl www.andythenewgirl.com Let's connect! instagram.com/powerhouse_women instagram.com/llindseyschwartz facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity